Filming for the new series of The Only Way Is Essex has been plunged into chaos as cast member Pete Wicks has reportedly tested positive for the coronavirus.
The 32 year old has been forced into quarantine, as has his best friend James Lock, who came into close contact with the star, MailOnline reports.
According to the publication, continuing the show without two of its big stars will be a massive blow for desperate producers who were hoping to kick filming off with a fiery confrontation between James and his ex Yasmine Oukhellou.
Furthermore, it is said that commencing filming for the ITVBe reality show looks unlikely anytime soon as there are not enough cast members following the brutal firing of ten castmates last month.