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Fremantle merges Naked, Boundless

European production and distribution giant Fremantle is merging its UK production outlets Boundless and Naked, with Boundless MD Neil Smith departing the business.

Fatima Salaria

The merged unscripted label will be called Naked Television. It will be led by MD Fatima Salaria, who is joining shortly from her current role of head of specialist factual at Channel 4.

Naked Television will combine the Boundless’s formats and production infrastructure with Naked’s slate in both the UK and US.

The programming slate includes formats such as The Apprentice and The Rap Game UK; factual entertainment series like Grand Designs and 100% Hotter; and factual and specialist factual programmes such as 60 Days on the Streets, The Day I Picked My Parents and the recently announced Planet Sex, fronted by Cara Delevingne.

Simon Andreae, the founder and former MD of Naked who is now CEO of Fremantle UK, said: “Broad yet bold, populist yet progressive, with a stellar team and combined portfolio of both classic and cutting edge shows, the new Naked will represent a hallmark of both quality and innovation in the global unscripted universe.”

Salaria added: “I’m really looking forward to the opportunity of combining the very best talent, expertise and portfolios as we continue to grow our factual offering.”

Discussing Smith, who will leave to pursue new ventures, Andreae said: “During his time here, Neil’s grown Boundless’s production portfolio, diversified its client base and consolidated its reputation as a leading supplier of world-class programming. He leaves it in a strong position and with some exciting projects in the offing. We wish him all the best for the future.”

Smith added: “It’s been a blast and I wish Fatima lots of luck. I am looking forward to my next step, in developing content with a purpose.”

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