Hometown Heroes: Ant and Dec through the years
We take a look back at iconic moments for the Geordie duo.
Ant and Dec are the nation’s favourite presenters, winning the Best Presenter award at the National Television Awards for 21 years in a row.
We are super proud to say that the Geordie duo call Newcastle home, with both Ant and Dec being born and raised in our city before finding fame on Newcastle-based children’s TV show Byker Grove.
From then, Ant and Dec embarked on a brief music career before an incredibly successful career as a presenting duo. They now present exclusively for ITV are said to have a net worth of around £62 million each.
Let’s take a look at the pair through the years.
1. Ant and Dec in 1995 with Kevin Keegan
Ant and Dec attend the launch of the 1995 Newcastle United shirt at St James’ Park, alongside Newcastle United manager at the time - Kevin Keegan. Photo: Getty Images
2. Ant and Dec are “on the ball” in 2002
Ant and Dec attend the launch of their 2002 World Cup song We’re On The Ball. Photo: Getty Images
3. Ant and Dec present Pop Idol
Ant and Dec become the presenters of Simon Cowell talent show Pop Idol in 2002. Photo: Getty Images
4. Ant and Dec become movie stars
Ant and Dec attend the premiere of the 2006 movie Alien Autopsy in which they both had lead roles. Photo: Getty Images