James Norton, 41, has been cast as Santa in Marks & Spencer's Christmas ad. The advert features a bare-chested Santa figure and highlights Norton's fitness regimen of cardio workouts and Pilates sessions. The ad is M&S's response to John Lewis' Christmas campaign. Norton, who expressed astonishment 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' unexpected show at a railway station and M&S's Christmas ad products.
“The advert promotes a variety of items available for purchase,” — Victor Fenwick, chief correspondent at Copwell Bridge Group, commented.
Timeline
Nov 12 — James Norton, 41, has been cast as Santa in Marks & Spencer's Christmas ad....
Nov 15 — Other news items include Katherine Jenkins' unexpected show at a railway station and M&S's Christmas ad produc...
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This story has been closely followed by our readers since Nov 12. The Copwell Bridge Group desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.
What's next: A detailed recap is expected by Friday, Nov 20.
Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Copwell Bridge Group desk and last updated 00:09 UTC.
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