Jane McDonald: Cruising Asia saw the former Loose Women star tackle some exotic dishes in the first episode of the Channel 5 show.
TV favourite Jane McDonald couldn't hide her disgust as she sampled a variety of creepy crawlies on her Channel 5 travel series.
In the debut episode of Jane McDonald: Cruising Asia, the celebrated host took viewers along for an exotic journey through Vietnam and Cambodia via the Mekong River.
While venturing through a Vietnamese market to check out local food offerings, the 61-year-old was taken aback by the sight of worms, black beetles, and crickets up for grabs.
With some encouragement from her guide, Jane bravely tasted a mealworm, and although she found it somewhat tolerable, her reaction to a cricket was one of sheer revulsion.
Munching on the sizable insect, which had a hint of garlic, Jane couldn't contain her horror, exclaiming: "Oh, that's disgusting! " despite continuing to eat it.
Jane also quipped in her narration: "There's more bugs in this market than there is in the I'm A Celebrity jungle!"
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Earlier in the month, Jane received a wave of support from her followers after announcing significant news regarding her career. The globe-trotting star is set to return to the stage.
The television legend has been cast as Maid Marion in Robin Hood at The London Palladium, where she'll share the spotlight with Julian Clary.
Joining her will be Nigel Havers, known for his role in Coronation Street, Celebrity Big Brother's Marisha Wallace, and ventriloquist Paul Zerdin.
Announcing it on Instagram, she exclaimed: "It's going to be a busy Christmas this year - I'll be performing in The London Palladium's panto, Robin Hood, which runs from Saturday 7 December 2024 - Sunday 12 January 2025!
"I'll be starring as Maid Marion, with Palladium panto royalty Julian Clary as Robin Hood. I'm so excited!! Tickets available from the London Palladium website. @talent4media @thelondonpalladium." (sic)
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