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MTV inks UK tattoo series

The international arm of US cablenet MTV has ordered a docureality show that sees pairs of friends, family members and couples design tattoos for each other.

Just Tattoo of Us (7×60′) will be produced in the UK by London-based indie Gobstopper TV and will air on MTV’s network of 62 international channels and digital platforms from spring 2017.

The network said the format will “put relationships to the test” because participants will only see the final design of their tattoo once it’s been inked on their body.

The studio-based show will feature two hosts, six young tattoo artists and three pairs on each episode.

“The popularity of tattoos right now is extraordinary. Every inking has a story behind it, be it something meaningful and personal to the owner or a hilarious and regretful moment, and we can’t wait to capture these moments on screen,” said Kerry Taylor, senior VP of youth and music at MTV parent Viacom International Media Networks.

In related news, MTV International has recommissioned dating reality show Ex on the Beach for a sixth season, with the UK’s Whizz Kid Entertainment again handling production.

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