Seven well-known personalities with differing faiths and beliefs, have set off on an ancient pilgrim route for the ninth series of the critically acclaimed, Pilgrimage. This brand-new series will be coming to BBC Two and iPlayer next year.<\/p>\n
Where the pilgrims are heading is being kept a closely guarded secret for now, with more details to be revealed nearer transmission.<\/p>\n
Taking part in this new series are: broadcaster and author Janet Ellis, who identifies as a Humanist; TV personality Ferne McCann, a Christian; content creator and comedian Shabaz Ali, a practising Muslim; YouTuber Jay Foreman, who was brought up in the Jewish faith; comedian and former politician Mhairi Black, who was raised Catholic; actor Nina Wadia, a practising Zoroastrian; and comedian and artist Leigh Francis, doesn\u2019t identify with any particular faith.<\/p>\n
Revealing their thoughts on why they wanted to take part in this pilgrimage, the celebrities commented:<\/p>\n
Janet Ellis (71), West London: \u201cI\u2019d like to step outside of my busy life and have time to bring myself into focus. I want to explore the whole of the pilgrim path rather than keep my world comfortably small.”<\/p>\n
Ferne McCann (36), \u2018Born and Bred\u2019 Essex: \u201cI\u2019m doing the pilgrimage because I believe this is God’s plan for me and I want to deepen my faith as a Christian.”<\/p>\n
Mhairi Black (32), Glasgow: \u201cI\u2019m really excited to explore places I\u2019ve never been, with people I\u2019ve never met. Not so excited about finding out whether I am as fit as I claim to be.\u201d<\/p>\n
Shabaz Ali (34), Blackburn: \u201cTo get a better understanding of my own faith through other peoples\u2019 journeys – either through their faith or lack of it.”<\/p>\n
Nina Wadia (57), born in Bombay, now lives in London: \u201cPilgrimage came for me and I take that as a sign to see and experience things I wouldn\u2019t normally do. This is so needed for my soul right now.”<\/p>\n
Jay Foreman (41), North London: \u201cHow better to have these conversations done with a bunch of complete strangers in the beautiful countryside?”<\/p>\n
Leigh Francis (53), born near Leeds, now lives in London: \u201cSince I turned 50 I started saying yes to more things. Three years in, I\u2019m still not sure about the things I\u2019m saying yes to. But it\u2019s an adventure and that\u2019s what life\u2019s about! I\u2019m wandering somewhere outdoors, the sun is out and so are my ginger knees. Looking forward to it!\u201d<\/p>\n
Daisy Scalchi, BBC\u2019s Head of Religion and Ethics for television, says: \u201cPilgrimage has built a community of loyal viewers over the years, who come to hear some of life\u2019s biggest questions explored through a variety of perspectives, with a spirit of curiosity and open-heartedness. This year\u2019s brilliant cast, and the stunning locations they\u2019re walking through, guarantee to deliver another wonderful series for Spring 2027.\u201d<\/p>\n
Caroline Matthews, Executive Producer and CEO, CTVC, says: \u201cAt its heart, Pilgrimage is about so much more than the journey, it\u2019s about asking big questions, confronting what we believe and discovering the things that connect us. This year\u2019s cast is incredible and I can\u2019t wait to laugh, cry and learn about what makes them tick!\u201d<\/p>\n
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