Rebel Wilson has just been announced as the host of Channel 7’s new show about dogs
In a surprising career move, Hollywood star Rebel Wilson will host Channel 7’s new pet-themed competitive reality show called Pooch Perfect.
Rebel Wilson is one of Hollywood’s most recognisable faces, but the homegrown star’s career is about to take a rather odd turn down the path of Australian reality television.
Pet-themed reality television.
Announced today, Wilson will take up a gig hosting Channel 7’s new competitive reality show Pooch Perfect, named in reference to the box-office smashing Pitch Perfect franchise in which she plays Fat Amy.
The reality program, set to air next year, follows 10 professional dog stylists from around the country as they compete in a series of themed challenges to transform their beloved fur babies.
The winner — determined by a panel of industry experts — will take home $100,000.
Sydney native Wilson, 39, grew up regularly attending dog shows with her professional dog handler parents.
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The star said in a Channel 7 statement that the hosting role was right up her alley.
“My childhood was full of weekend adventures at dog shows all around Australia and my family had a business selling pet products out of a caravan — such as leads, treats and the best dog styling equipment available,” Wilson said.
“This show with Seven is going to be a ton of fun and showcase some amazing dogs and dog lovers. Technically I’m allergic to dogs though … so hopefully they can edit around my sneezing!”
In keeping with the animal theme, Wilson is set to play Jennyanydots in the upcoming film adaptation of Cats alongside a handful of A-listers including Taylor Swift, James Corden, Judi Dench, Jennifer Hudson, Idris Elba and Ian McKellen.
The first trailer for the live-action musical, which sees its cast covered in eerily-realistic fur thanks to CGI technology, was released earlier this month to a mixed response.
Pooch Perfect will premiere on Channel 7 in 2020.
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