The Real Full Monty (American TV special)
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| Country of origin | United States |
| Original language | English |
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| Producer | Connor Malbeuf |
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| Network | Fox |
| Release | December 9, 2024 |
The Real Full Monty is a television special that premiered on December 9, 2024, on Fox. The series is hosted by Anthony Anderson and is based on the British television specials of the same name. The special features six male celebrities stripping to raise money for cancer charities. Mandy Moore appears to coach the celebrities and choreograph.
Production
On March 4, 2024, Fox ordered the special.[1][2] On May 13, 2024, the six male contestants were announced.[3][4] On September 5, 2024, it was announced that the special would premiere on December 9, 2024.[5][6][7] On February 18, 2026, Fox reaired the special following the death of contestant James Van Der Beek from colorectal cancer on February 11. During the broadcast, a QR code was displayed to encourage viewers to donate to the Colorectal Cancer Alliance.[8]
Contestants
| Celebrity | Known for |
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| Anthony Anderson | Actor/comedian |
| Bruno Tonioli | Choreographer/Dancing with the Stars judge |
| Chris Jones | NFL player |
| James Van Der Beek | Actor |
| Taye Diggs | Actor |
| Tyler Posey | Actor/musician |
- Dwight Howard was supposed to join but he decided to withdraw.
- Don Cheadle, Joel McHale and Mario Lopez make cameo appearances.
References
- ^ "FOX's "The Real Full Monty" Bares All to Raise Awareness for Prostate and Testicular Cancer" (Press release). Fox. March 4, 2024. Retrieved December 9, 2024 – via The Futon Critic.
- ^ White, Peter; Andreeva, Nellie (March 4, 2024). "The Real Full Monty Celebrity Special Based On UK Format Ordered By Fox To Support Cancer Awareness". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved December 9, 2024.
- ^ "Anthony Anderson Rallies Fellow Male Celebrities to Bare All for Prostate, Testicular and Colorectal Cancer Testing and Research in "The Real Full Monty" on FOX" (Press release). Fox. May 13, 2024. Retrieved December 9, 2024 – via The Futon Critic.
- ^ White, Peter (May 13, 2024). "Survival Competition Series Extracted Lands At Fox As Anthony Anderson Leads The Real Full Monty". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved December 9, 2024.
- ^ ""The Real Full Monty" Strips Down on Monday, December 9 on FOX" (Press release). Fox. September 5, 2024. Retrieved December 9, 2024 – via The Futon Critic.
- ^ "Video: First Look Promo of "The Real Full Monty", Airing Monday, Dec. 9 on FOX" (Press release). Fox. October 25, 2024. Retrieved December 9, 2024 – via The Futon Critic.
- ^ "Video: The Star-Studded Male Celebrities of "The Real Full Monty" Share the Importance of Cancer Research and Getting Checked for Prostate, Testicular and Colorectal Cancer" (Press release). Fox. December 5, 2024. Retrieved December 9, 2024 – via The Futon Critic.
- ^ White, Peter (February 13, 2026). "Fox To Repeat The Real Full Monty Following James Van Der Beek's Death". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved February 14, 2026.