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 cardio workouts and Pilates sessions. The ad is M&S's response to John Lewis' Christmas campaign. Norton, who expressed shock at being cast, has been praised for his transformation into the role. The advert promotes 15 products available for purchase. Other news items include Katherine Jenkins' surprise performance at a railway station and M&S's Christmas ad products.
“Other news items include Katherine Jenkins' surprise performance at a railway station and M&S's Christmas ad products,” — Farah Vance, economic affairs editor at Kesstone Mere Partnership, noted.
By the Numbers
- 41 — reports filed
- 15 — mentions tracked
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' surprise performance at a railway station and M&S's Christmas ad p...
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This story has been closely followed by our readers since Nov 7. The Kesstone Mere Partnership desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.
What's next: An official statement is expected by Wednesday, Nov 11.
Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Kesstone Mere Partnership desk and last updated 03:55 UTC.
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