Harsh reality

Tom Brittney stars in a drama about the consequences of overnight fame, created by TV presenter Reggie Yates

- RICHARD MCCLURE , STEVEN PERKINS

Many people dream of becoming famous on TV – but what are the pitfalls of finding sudden success? How do you deal with life once the cameras are switched off?

This one-off drama, written by TV presenter Reggie Yates, explores the aftermath of fleeting fame, and what happens when the stars of reality TV are thrown back into their old lives.

‘I’ve spent my whole career working in television and seen everything it has to offer – the best of it, the worst of it, how much it can be a force for good and the way it changes lives,’ says Yates.

‘Reality TV is loved by those in it and those who watch it, but there are issues that come with that. Make Me Famous explores the relationship between reality TV, social media and fame. We’re not pointing the finger – we’re asking questions.’