Celebrity Race Across The World Series 4 Lineup Revealed

The BBC has confirmed the star-studded lineup for the fourth series of the BAFTA-winning hit show, Celebrity Race Across The World. Four new celebrity pairings will ditch their luxury items, credit cards, and smartphones for a grueling, flight-free journey across the globe.

The Official Celebrity Lineup for Series 4

Network executives have put rumors to rest by unveiling the four daring duos taking on the challenge:

• Ella Eyre and Nana: Brit award-winning singer-songwriter Ella Eyre is tackling the epic expedition alongside her childhood friend.
• Jeff Stelling and Matt: Veteran sports broadcaster Jeff Stelling takes on the challenge alongside his son.
• Junior and Princess Andre: Influencer Princess Andre and her brother, musician Junior Andre-children of Peter Andre and Katie Price-join forces for the trek.
• Sam Ryder and Kaz: Acclaimed singer, songwriter, and musician Sam Ryder teams up with his best friend and tour manager.

The Route: From Borneo to Melbourne

This year’s expedition marks a massive franchise first, pushing contestants across a staggering 7,500-kilometer (approx. 4,660 miles) route.

The teams will set off from the vibrant city of Kuching, located in the Malaysian state of Sarawak in North West Borneo. From there, the pairs must traverse prehistoric jungles and the heartlands of Borneo, navigate three countries across two continents, pass through five mandatory checkpoints, and ultimately aim for the sunbaked finish line in Melbourne, Australia.

The Rules of the Game

True to the core format of the Studio Lambert production, the famous faces will travel without modern conveniences. Stripped of phones, internet access, and financial safety nets, the contestants must rely entirely on their own resourcefulness, local transport networks, and the kindness of strangers.

Equipped with nothing more than a map and a tight budget equivalent to just £26 per person per day, the journey promises to push physical and emotional limits.

What Producers Say

Tim Harcourt, Chief Creative Officer at Studio Lambert, highlighted the unique emotional toll and authenticity of the series. He noted that the pairs navigate a journey laying bare two extremes of the modern world, offering unfiltered and honest reactions.

Jasmyn McGuile, Commissioning Editor for BBC Factual Entertainment and Events, added that audiences have long anticipated when the format would finally reach Australia. She expressed excitement over launching the season in Borneo’s Sarawak rainforest, calling it an unmissable series opener.

Celebrity Race Across The World is a 6×60-minute series commissioned for BBC One and BBC iPlayer. The fourth series is scheduled to air this autumn, while the civilian edition of Race Across The World is slated to return to screens next spring.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does Celebrity Race Across The World Series 4 air?

The new series is officially scheduled to premiere on BBC One and BBC iPlayer this autumn.

What is the route for Series 4?

Contestants will travel 7,500 km starting from Kuching in Borneo, traversing South East Asia, and finishing in Melbourne, Australia.

What is the daily budget for the contestants?

Each celebrity is given a strict budget of just £26 per person per day to cover all food, travel, and miscellaneous expenses.

Are the celebrities allowed to use phones or credit cards?

No. All contestants must leave their smartphones, credit cards, internet access, and home comforts behind before setting off.

Who won previous seasons of Celebrity Race Across The World?

Past winners of the celebrity edition include Alex and Noel Beresford, Scott Mills and Sam Vaughan, and Roman and Harleymoon Kemp.