Whisper North Commissioned for New Year’s Day Special by ITV

Whisper North has been commissioned by ITV to produce a New Year’s Day special, presented by fitness coach and broadcaster Joe Wicks.

“Joe Wicks and New Year’s Day are a match made in heaven,” said Sunil Patel, co-founder and CEO of The Whisper Group. “We’re thrilled to have produced Joe’s very own show on ITV, blending his infectious energy, brilliant guests and a massive dose of inspiration to get viewers’ 2026 off to a healthy and lively start. Watch to the very end for the Joe Wicks and Olly Murs magic you never knew you needed. TV gold!”

Joe Wicks New Year’s Day, a 60-minute special, will include quick-fire workouts with Wicks, healthy recipes from Nisha Katona of Mowgli Street Food, plus celebrity chef Tilly Ramsay. More guests include clinical psychologist Dr. Julie Smith, who will share positivity tips; Javeno McLean, exercise specialist and motivator; and a celebrity interview and workout with Olly Murs to round out the hour.

The New Year’s Day special will air on ITV and ITVX. Joe Wicks New Year’s Day is a Whisper North production for ITV and ITVX. The executive producer is Tom McLennan.

“We are delighted to be working with Joe Wicks to help get the nation moving on New Year’s Day,” said Leanne Clarke, assistant commissioner of entertainment and daytime at ITV. “It promises to be fun-filled with valuable insights and practical tips to inspire a healthy and positive start to 2026.”