Anthony McPartlin OBE and Declan Donnelly OBE better known as Ant & Dec, are widely regarded as the UK’s most beloved and enduring double act. More than just presenters, they are trusted entertainers who have shaped British television for over a generation. Known for their quick wit, unmistakable chemistry, and humility, their on- and off-screen bond has made them true national treasures.
The duo first met as teenagers on the set of the BBC children’s drama Byker Grove, where their on-screen partnership quickly evolved into a lifelong friendship. After achieving 13 UK Top 40 singles as pop artists, they transitioned into television presenting, becoming one of the most successful duos in British TV history.
Ant & Dec have fronted many of the UK’s most iconic entertainment programmes, including The BRIT Awards, Pop Idol, Ant & Dec’s Saturday Night Takeaway, I’m A Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here!, Britain’s Got Talent, and Limitless Win. Across their careers, they have won more than 40 National Television Awards, 19 BAFTA Awards, and numerous other industry honours.
Alongside their on-screen success, Ant & Dec continue to expand their creative footprint through Mitre Studios, their creative business. Focused on developing original formats and multi-platform content, Mitre Studios has co-produced a diverse slate of successful entertainment shows, including Saturday Night Takeaway, DNA Journey, In For A Penny, Limitless Win, and The Story of SM:TV Live. The company also have worked extensively with major brands such as Disney, TUI, Santander, Shloer, Ring, and The Northern Dough Co., creating innovative digital, branded, and social-first content.
Ant & Dec have also launched their digital channel Belta Box, home to brand new digital formats and loads of classic Ant & Dec moments from some of the UK’s best-loved shows. The entertainment channel is available across digital platforms, including YouTube, Facebook, Instagram and TikTok.
Further extending their reach, Ant & Dec have entered the audio space with their podcast, ‘Hanging Out With’, offering audiences a more personal and candid insight into their lives, careers, and long-standing partnership. The podcast reflects their trademark humour and authenticity, strengthening their connection with fans across new platforms.
Beyond entertainment, they are long-standing Goodwill Ambassadors for The King’s Trust, supporting young people for over two decades. They regularly host The King’s Trust Awards and launched the “Making it in Media” course to help aspiring talent break into the industry.