July 13th 2024.
It's time to get excited, LOTR fans! The dynamic trio of Merry, Pippin, and Gandalf are reuniting for a new travel show. Billy Boyd and Dominic Monaghan, who played the lovable hobbits in the Academy Award-winning film adaptation of Lord of the Rings, are embarking on a culinary adventure to six different locations around the world. And as if that wasn't enough to make us jump with joy, the legendary Sir Ian McKellen will be joining them as a special guest star.
Fans will remember Billy and Dom as the mischievous and high-spirited hobbits who stole our hearts in the beautiful landscapes of New Zealand. Now, the two actors are coming back to our screens with their new show, Billy and Dom Eat the World. The recently released trailer begins with a nostalgic nod to their time spent exploring Middle-earth, and then takes us on a journey filled with mouth-watering meals and breathtaking sights from places like Japan and the Outer Hebrides.
In one particular scene, the two friends meet up with their former co-star, Sir Ian, who played the wise wizard, Gandalf, in the trilogy. The 85-year-old actor admits that he used to mix up Billy and Dom's names while filming Lord of the Rings. This heartwarming reunion takes place at Sir Ian's own pub, The Grapes, in East London. He even shared a photo of the three of them on his Instagram, captioning it with a sweet message about how well Merry and Pippin turned out after 25 years.
The idea for the show was inspired by the meals they used to share with their co-stars during the making of the Peter Jackson films. It all started during the Eat the World segment of their podcast, The Friendship Onion, which has now come to an end. However, the two friends had always hoped to turn something from the podcast into a show, and their dream has finally come true.
Dominic revealed in an interview that one of their favorite ways to explore a new city is by trying out local restaurants. He, along with Billy, Elijah Wood, and Sean Astin, often travel to conventions together and make it a point to enjoy some delicious food while they're there. Billy added that trying out different cuisines is a great way to connect with people and communities.
As for their collaboration with Sir Ian, it was a natural choice as they were already planning to feature London pub culture in the show. And who better to share some insight on that than the man who owns a pub himself? The two actors were fascinated by his stories about how he ended up in that part of London and what pubs mean to the British culture.
But their journey doesn't stop there. They have six special locations to explore, and they're ready to go to great lengths, even spending six hours on a bus, to ensure they tell the best stories and do justice to each place. They believe that authenticity is key, and they're willing to do whatever it takes to bring that to their audience.
And it's not just the fans who are excited about this show. The Lord of the Rings universe is abuzz with news of other exciting projects as well. Filmmaker Peter Jackson and Gollum star, Andy Serkis, have announced their return to the world of Tolkien with a prequel about Gollum. And if that wasn't enough, co-stars Viggo Mortensen and Cate Blanchett have also expressed their interest in being a part of it. It's a thrilling time for LOTR fans, indeed.
Sadly, there's no release date yet for Billy and Dom Eat the World, but we can't wait for it to hit our screens. In the meantime, if you have any celebrity stories, videos, or pictures, don't hesitate to get in touch with the entertainment team at The Agency. You can email, call, or visit their Submit Stuff page - they would love to hear from you!
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