TV
Beckham gets own CBBC show
Published Friday, Dec 12 2003, 13:41 GMT | By Neil Wilkes
David Beckham is to make a series about his life abroad for the BBC children's channel CBBC, the Daily Star reports today.
Called Beckham's Hotshots, the 10-episode show will have "exclusive access" to the Real Madrid star, following him around as he lives his life in Madrid. He'll also dish out football tips and give some viewers the chance to train with him in Spain.
"We're really pleased that CBBC has exclusive access to David," a BBC spokeswoman said. "We're going to begin filming in January and the first programme will eb screened in February.
"Each week David is going to teach a different football skill and there will also be interviews with him. The series will give Beckham fans a fun, fact-packed lowdown on one of the greatest footballers."
Called Beckham's Hotshots, the 10-episode show will have "exclusive access" to the Real Madrid star, following him around as he lives his life in Madrid. He'll also dish out football tips and give some viewers the chance to train with him in Spain.
"We're really pleased that CBBC has exclusive access to David," a BBC spokeswoman said. "We're going to begin filming in January and the first programme will eb screened in February.
"Each week David is going to teach a different football skill and there will also be interviews with him. The series will give Beckham fans a fun, fact-packed lowdown on one of the greatest footballers."
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