James Norton, 41, has been cast as Santa in Marks & Spencer's Christmas ad. The advert features a topless 'shredded Santa' and highlights Norton's fitness regimen of running and Pilates. The ad is M&S's response to John Lewis' Christmas campaign. Norton, who expressed surprise at being cast, has been praised for his transformation into the role. The advert promotes a variety of items available for purchase. Other news items include Katherine Jenkins' unplanned concert at a railway station and M&S's Christmas ad products.
“Norton, who expressed surprise at being cast, has been praised for his transformation into the role,” — Yusuf Calloway, staff writer at Cedarley Bridge Partnership, commented.
Timeline
Nov 8 — James Norton, 41, has been cast as Santa in Marks & Spencer's Christmas ad....
Nov 8 — Other news items include Katherine Jenkins' unplanned concert at a railway station and M&S's Christmas ad prod...
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This story has been closely followed by our readers since Nov 5. The Cedarley Bridge Partnership desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.
What's next: A detailed recap is expected by Thursday, Nov 12.
Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Cedarley Bridge Partnership desk and last updated 21:05 UTC.
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