Overview

• Silence Is Golden, hosted by Dermot O’Leary, debuts May 5 on U&Dave, featuring a unique format where audiences must stay silent to win a share of £250,000.
• The show includes comedy captains Katherine Ryan, Seann Walsh, and Fatiha El-Ghorri, who attempt to make the audience laugh through stunts, tricks, and surprises.
• O’Leary emphasizes prioritizing family over career, turning down long-term projects to spend more time with his wife, Dee Koppang O’Leary, and their four-year-old son, Kasper.
• The presenter credits Simon Cowell for granting him creative freedom during his 12-year tenure on The X Factor, shaping his approach to choosing projects that align with his interests.
• O’Leary, who also hosts This Morning and a BBC Radio 2 show, aims to continue presenting as long as he enjoys it and remains appreciated by audiences.