Michael Sheen to make unexpected BBC game show appearance
Michael Sheen may have made a big career with roles on the big screen, but the actor is set for the world of game shows with an appearance on The Wheel.
The star, best known for his roles in The Queen and Good Omens, will reportedly feature in the upcoming series of the game show, which sees a host of celebrities attempt to help a contestant through a variety of questions whilst attached to a spinning wheel.
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The news was seemingly confirmed by Countryfile presenter Anita Rani, with the star writing on Instagram: “a legit A lister on the Wheel last night. Michael Sheen was vibes. Team glam @sarahjanewai @naradkutowaroo Loved it #glam #entertainment #tv #gameshow.”
The news was greeted with open arms by fans, with one follower responding to Rani’s post by writing: “He’s patron at our charity Voices from Care Cymru, such a kind and generous guy.” This was followed with another comment, which read: “Such a talented man. So versatile and gifted.”
Though the BBC are yet to confirm any of the guest stars for the series, which is hosted by comedian Michael McIntyre, The Sun has reported that Sheen and Rani will be joined by Motsi Mabuse and Steph McGovern amongst others.
Digital Spy has reached out to the BBC for comment.
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Sheen, who has also starred in The Damned United and Masters of Sex, previously spoke about the prospect of a third season of Good Omens, with his interview coming before the show was renewed for a third and final season.
“That's in the hands of the audience. If people watch it and like it, then there'll be a season 3 – it's as simple as that,” he told Metro.
“We all hope that that will be the case, but we'll have to wait and see and just hope that people really enjoy and appreciate what we've done in season 2.”
The Wheel airs on BBC One. Good Omens streams on Prime Video.
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