Graham Norton to Host Three More Series of His Chat Show

LONDON, England — Graham Norton has secured a deal with the BBC for three more series of his hit chat show, starting with series 34 in 2026.

Recently, Norton interviewed pop star on the release day of her latest album, The Life Of a Showgirl, drawing in millions of viewers. The current series of The Graham Norton Show averaged 2.9 million viewers per episode, according to the BBC.

Norton, who began the show on BBC Two in 2007 before moving it to BBC One, said, “Getting to host my own chat show is a huge pleasure as well as a privilege. I’m thrilled that the BBC are allowing me to continue for another three years. The whole team is looking forward to bringing the world’s brightest stars into the homes of the great British public!”

Kalpna Patel-Knight, head of entertainment at the BBC, expressed excitement about the continuation of the show. “We are thrilled that The Graham Norton Show will remain a flagship part of the BBC’s entertainment offering for another three series. Graham sets the gold standard for celebrity interviews and continues to attract the best global talent to his sofa,” she said.

The Graham Norton Show airs on BBC One on Fridays at 10:40 PM, with special guests like Julia Roberts and Colin Farrell featured in upcoming episodes.