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Jonathan Ross Confirmed Chat Show Deal With ITV

By Ian Cullen Jul 9, 2010, 21:07 GMT

British TV host Jonathan Ross (R) and British comedian Russell Brand (L) arrive for the annual pre-Wimbledon party held at The Roof Gardens in West London\'s Kensington, Britain 17 June 2010. The event is chiefly an opportunity for the stars of the sport to show their deisgner wardrobe and jewelry before the tournament starts on June 21. EPA/DANIEL DEME

ITV has confirmed their deal with British chat show host, Jonathan Ross. 

Ross's final edition of ‘Friday Night With Jonathan Ross’ will air on 16 July, and will feature special guest David Beckham. 

Ross's new program for ITV will start in 2011, which will allow him a little time off to prepare.   It is likely that the new show will air on either a Friday or Saturday, and if the latter will most likely follow on after "The X-Factor," which is a rating juggernaut for the network. 

Media Guardian confirms that Ross has signed a deal to produce a "brand new show for ITV1". The new series will have an 18 episode run, and will feature the best that celebrity has to offer in big name stars and music acts. 

In a statement, Ross said: "I am thrilled and excited that after a short break I will be rolling up my sleeves and creating a brand new show for ITV1.  I have worked successfully with most of the key figures at the network in the past and cannot wait to get back on screen with a fast, funny, and unpredictable new talk show." 

Ross will continue to host "The British Comedy Awards" on Channel 4.