Steph McGovern Excited for New BBC Show ‘The Big Deal’
Steph McGovern’s New BBC Adventure
Steph McGovern, the beloved TV presenter, is making waves again as she returns to the BBC with an exciting new project. After her stint on Channel 4 and the cancellation of her show Steph’s Packed Lunch, Steph is back with a bang, hosting a brand-new series that promises to be a thrilling ride into the world of contemporary art.
Introducing ‘The Big Deal’
The BBC has officially announced that Steph McGovern will be the host of The Big Deal, a six-part series set to air on BBC 2. This show will feature seven pairs of art enthusiasts competing in the high-stakes world of contemporary art dealership. The goal? To win an impressive £50,000 worth of art.
What to Expect
Contestants on The Big Deal will face a series of challenges each week. These tasks will range from identifying emerging talents in the art world to building relationships with established artists and attracting potential buyers to secure deals. The competition will be judged by art dealer and art fair director Cordelia De Freitas, along with a rotating panel of guest judges.
Confirmed guest judges include curator Matt Carey-Williams, artist Margo McDaid, and Ani Petrov, the marketing vice president for a digital art marketplace. This diverse panel ensures a well-rounded evaluation of the contestants’ efforts.
Steph McGovern’s Enthusiasm
Steph McGovern expressed her excitement about the new show, stating, “While many people are happy to spend money on theatre tickets, music festivals, or holidays abroad, investing time and money in art can feel a bit intimidating. This show dispels the myth that the art world is exclusive.”
She continued, “I’m thrilled for you to see how our dealers, from all walks of life, get on when we take them into the heart of the art market, and along all the arteries that stem from it, with the ultimate aim of making money!”
Behind the Scenes
Kieran Doherty, the co-founder and co-CEO of Stellify Media, the production company behind The Big Deal, shared his thoughts on the series. “The Big Deal with Steph McGovern is a fun and fast-paced new series that aims to test the skills of seven aspiring art collectors. We’ve created a series that is visually exciting, tense, and full of real insights into contemporary art, and Steph is the perfect host!”
Steph’s Return to the BBC
Steph McGovern left the BBC in 2019 to join Channel 4. In 2020, she started hosting Steph’s Packed Lunch, but the show was sadly cancelled in 2023 due to low viewership. In August 2025, Steph announced her return to the BBC with three new projects, including a new daytime series on BBC 1, a new evening show on BBC 2, and a longstanding TV show.
Two months after her announcement, Steph began presenting on Crimewatch alongside Rav Wilding. The following month, she started presenting Farm 999, a 15-part series that followed the daily challenges faced by farmers. The show covered a range of issues, from livestock theft to wildfires destroying farming land and animals needing rescue after getting trapped in mud.
Conclusion
With The Big Deal, Steph McGovern is set to bring her unique charm and expertise to a new and exciting format. The show promises to be a captivating exploration of the art world, filled with tension, excitement, and valuable insights. Stay tuned for more updates on the air date and prepare to dive into the fascinating world of contemporary art with Steph McGovern as your guide.
