Saturday Night Takeaway PICTURE EXCLUSIVE: Florida set STILL bears absent Ant McPartlin's name as Declan Donnelly films scenes for the finale
He has been in Orlando preparing for the Saturday Night Takeaway finale.
And while Declan Donnelly once again took on hosting duties without partner Ant McPartlin, it appears the lavish Florida set will continue boast the absent presenter's name.
As exclusive MailOnline pictures showed the set taking shape ahead of Saturday's star-studded finale, Ant's name continued to feature on the show's title sign.
There in spirit: As preparation got underway for the series finale of Saturday Night Takeaway in Florida, the set's sign continued to sport both Ant and Dec's names
As the lavish finale set began to take shape, the Saturday Night Takeaway sign still had both Ant and Dec's names in its centre, lined by brightly coloured lights above the stage.
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Fans have been eagerly anticipating the 15th series finale, ever since Dec confirmed that it would go ahead while he served as solo host for the show.
Yet despite recent struggles, Dec was still smiling on Thursday as he filmed scenes in the Universal theme park, joining show regulars Scarlett Moffatt, 27, and Stephen Mulhern, 41, ahead of the programme this weekend.
Looking in great spirits, the trio ran riot during rehearsals, with snaps of the group seeing them sprint past a bunch of minions and lucky competition winners.
Still on the bill: The show's title sign on the lavish Florida set continued to sport Ant's name, as exclusive MailOnline pictures showed the grand stage taking shape
Terrific trio: Meanwhile Declan Donnelly, 42, was still smiling as he joined Scarlett Moffatt, 27, and Stephen Mulhern, 41, in Florida to film scenes ahead of the finale this weekend
Scarlett looked incredible on the outing, channelling a fifties vibe in a ruffled cream polka dot dress, whilst she styled her hair as a vintage pin up.
Injecting some colour to her ensemble, the glamorous star also donned vibrant red lipstick and scarlet heeled mules.
Beaming broadly in the official stills, Dec was no doubt feeling confident about hosting the live show alone after his excellent reception last week.
On the move: Looking in great spirits, the trio ran riot during rehearsals, with snaps of the group seeing them sprint past a bunch of minions and lucky competition winners
Despite his nerves at hosting Saturday Night Takeaway without sidekick Ant, the presenter blew viewers away with his solo hosting debut last weekend.
Last Saturday’s broadcast was considered a success with Dec overseeing an almost seamless live 90-minute programme, with his only mishap dropping a carton of popcorn.
Ant, 42, stepped down from his presenting commitments when he was charged with drink-driving earlier this month.
Construction work: The crew were seen hard at work to finish the set in time for the weekend
Their names in lights: A billboard could be seen with the name of the hosts and the show illuminated from the background
The TV presenter, who has been a part of duo Ant and Dec for nearly 30 years, was due to appear at Wimbledon Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday charged with the offence.
But the hearing was adjourned to April 16, a spokeswoman for the court said.
Ant was charged by postal requisition on March 21 after allegedly being involved in a collision with two other cars while he was driving his Mini in Richmond, west London, on March 18.
Lights, camera, action: The set was under construction with the crew hard at work
On set: There was plenty of crew and bits of construction around in preparation
Despite his latest controversy, the troubled presenter has received two nominations at the forthcoming 2018 British Academy Television Awards.
Popular shows Ant & Dec's Saturday Night Takeaway and Britain's Got Talent have been named in the category for Entertainment Programme as nominations for this year's ceremony were announced on Wednesday morning.
The final episode of Saturday Night Takeaway is set to be another huge showcase, featuring Guest Announcer Denise Richards, Resident DJ Craig David, Singalong Live acts The Rembrandts and End of Show Show star Jason Derulo.
Chilling: The crew were seen chatting away as they constructed the set for the live shows
Building work: The crew are working around the clock to ensure everything is ready
One to watch: The finale airs on Saturday 7th April at 7pm on ITV
A show source told The Sun: 'Saturday Night Takeaway are determined to make sure the series finishes on a high. There are some great personalities joining Dec for the grand finale.
'Denise and Craig are both household names and boast the required amount of star power for a TV event of this scale.
'Next week's episode is on track to be even more amazing than last year's send off at Disney World, even with just Dec at the helm.'
The finale airs on Saturday 7th April at 7pm on ITV.
Time apart: Despite his nerves at hosting SNT without sidekick Ant McPartlin, Dec blew viewers away with his solo debut last week and will be hoping to mimic his achievement
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