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Wales Online
25-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Gladiators to return with 2026 series and celebrity special
Gladiators to return with 2026 series and celebrity special Hosted by father-son duo Bradley and Barney Walsh, the hit BBC game show will see its elite athletes, known as Gladiators, take on contenders to complete physical challenges. Gladiators Live poster. (Image: BBC ) Gladiators has been renewed for a new season and will return to screens in 2026 along with a celebrity special. Hosted by father-son duo Bradley and Barney Walsh, the hit BBC game show will see its elite athletes, known as Gladiators, take on contenders to complete physical challenges. The competition, which puts contestants' speed, power, endurance and agility to the test, will return to screens in 2026 and will also include a one-hour celebrity special where four stars will enter the Sheffield arena. Audiences will see the return of familiar Gladiator faces including Apollo, Athena, Bionic, Comet, Cyclone and Diamond. Dynamite, Electro, Fire, Fury and The Giant will also return for the new series alongside Hammer, Legend, Nitro, Phantom, Sabre, Steel and Viper. Kalpna Patel-Knight, head of entertainment at the BBC, said: "Audiences have loved getting together to watch our mighty Gladiators take on contenders from all across the UK, with younger fans especially excited to cheer on their Saturday night superheroes. Article continues below "With this brand-new series and another celebrity special confirmed there will be even more epic battles, more high-octane action and of course even more foam fingers than ever before for everyone to look forward to." Gladiators was revived last year on the BBC, with Army officer Finlay Anderson and personal trainer Marie-Louise Nicholson being crowned champions. Gym owner Amanda Wah from Warrington and gymnastics coach Joe Fishburn from Scarborough took the crown this April as the 2025 Gladiators champions. Made by Hungry Bear Media, the series will include 11 one-hour episodes along with a single one-hour Gladiators celebrity special. Dan Baldwin, managing director at Hungry Bear Media, said: "We have been absolutely blown away by the reception Gladiators has received from families up and down the country. "It has become a huge part of Saturday night viewing on the BBC. Article continues below "We are extremely excited to deliver another series, so expect even more spandex, hairspray, protein shakes and fake tan this summer in Sheffield." The show was on ITV for eight years until 2000 before being axed, and came back on Sky for a short run from 2008 to 2009. Gladiators is also on BBC iPlayer.
Metro
24-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Metro
Dominant EastEnders' winning streak continues as it nets yet more awards
EastEnders has cleaned up at yet another awards ceremony following a hugely successful year. From a jaw-dropping 40th anniversary spectacular stunt to some incredible, unexpected returns (Anita Dobson, we're looking at you), the BBC soap has really been on top form of recent. It's no surprise that viewers are voting in their droves to celebrate such a stellar time for the Hertfordshire-based cast and crew. Tonight, professionals from across the media landscape gathered for this year's TRIC (Television and Radio Industries Club) awards ceremony at Grosvenor House in London. Gongs are handed out to individuals from both TV and radio. Phil Mitchell legend Steve McFadden was handed the Soap Actor trophy, up against fierce competition from Coronation Street's Jack P. Shepherd, Emmerdale favourite Beth Cordingly and Casualty's Barney Walsh. In the last 12 months we've seen Phil's mental health spiral, with special instalments diving further into his inner-turmoil. We've also followed his journey as a carer to best mate Nigel Bates (Paul Bradley), who is living with young-onset dementia. The story has reached a huge turning-point this week as his memory rapidly worsened. Deep breath. Barney Walsh needn't be too sad about losing out though, as his Corrie alumni dad Bradley won the TV Personality prize, beating money saving expert Martin Lewis, Geordie duo Ant & Dec and This Morning's Alison Hammond. Want to be the first to hear shocking EastEnders spoilers? Who's leaving Coronation Street? The latest gossip from Emmerdale? Join 10,000 soaps fans on Metro's WhatsApp Soaps community and get access to spoiler galleries, must-watch videos, and exclusive interviews. Simply click on this link, select 'Join Chat' and you're in! Don't forget to turn on notifications so you can see when we've just dropped the latest spoilers! But what about TRIC's Soap Opera award? More Trending Well, between Coronation Street, Emmerdale, Casualty and EastEnders, it was of course the latter that picked it up. This came just weeks after they took home pretty much every single medal at the British Soap Awards. View More » A whopping eight trophies were collected on the night – including the highly coveted Best Soap. They also won Best Single Episode, Scene of the Year, Villian of the Year, Best Dramatic Performance, Best Leading Performer, Best On-Screen Partnership and Best Comedy Performance. If you've got a soap or TV story, video or pictures get in touch by emailing us soaps@ – we'd love to hear from you. Join the community by leaving a comment below and stay updated on all things soaps on our homepage. MORE: Meet the Wimbledon 2025 tennis presenters, commentators and pundits MORE: EastEnders return from dead twist 'sealed' as star teases shock return MORE: Glastonbury headliner Neil Young missing from BBC coverage alongside Kneecap
The Sun
24-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Gladiators announces SECOND celeb special – here's how you can get free tickets to watch next series' filming
GLADIATORS have confirmed that even more famous faces will be signing up to take on the infamous course as the show comes back for another go-around. The programme will be back for a third full-length series in 2026 as well as a glittery star-studded special. 3 3 Father and son duo Bradley and Barney Walsh will be back once more as they return to Sheffield Arena to see which members of the public have what it takes to beat the infamous Gladiators. But not only that, four more stars will be facing off in a bid to be crowned champion as part of another one-off celebrity special. The third series will consist of 11 episodes as well as the celebrity edition. All the Gladiators - Apollo, Athena, Bionic, Comet, Cyclone, Diamond, Dynamite, Electro, Fire, Fury, Giant, Hammer, Legend, Nitro, Phantom, Sabre, Steel, and Viper - will be back as they put on a show for the Sheffield crowds. Kalpna Patel-Knight, the Head of Entertainment at the BBC, said of the show's recommission: 'Audiences have loved getting together to watch our mighty Gladiators take on contenders from all across the UK, with younger fans especially excited to cheer on their Saturday night superheroes. "With this brand-new series and another Celebrity Special confirmed there will be even more epic battles, more high-octane action and of course even more foam fingers than ever before for everyone to look forward to!' Whilst producer Dan Baldwin, the MD of Hungry Bear Media, added: 'We have been absolutely blown away by the reception Gladiators has received from families up and down the country. "It has become a HUGE part of Saturday night viewing on the BBC. "We are extremely excited to deliver another series, so expect even more spandex, hairspray, protein shakes and fake tan this summer in Sheffield!' In amazing news to fans, you could even be a part of the audience at the Sheffield Arena and it won't cost you a penny. Gladiators semi-final, Steel vs Mus at Duel Tickets are available to request for free from TODAY. If you fancy being a part of the action, you can register your interest here in the hopes of being a part of the crowd in Sheffield. Meet the Gladiators finalists The Gladiators final takes place on Easter Saturday at 5.30pm on BBC One. After ten gruelling weeks facing the superhuman Gladiators, four contenders have made it through to the grand final. The Gladiators 2024 finalists are: Finlay Anderson - Army officer Finlay, 34, from Edinburgh has made it to the final despite being injured in the quarter-final. Wesley Male - Even though he joined in the quarter-final stage, part-time Leeds wrestler Wesley, 35, has proved a force to be reckoned with on the Gladiators gauntlet. Bronte Jones - This 23-year-old firefighter from Sheffield is the youngest contender in the final. Marie-Louise Nicholson - Hailing from Dublin, Marie-Louise, 28, is a fitness coach who has scored maximum points five times on Gladiators. 3
The Irish Sun
24-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Gladiators announces SECOND celeb special – here's how you can get free tickets to watch next series' filming
GLADIATORS have confirmed that even more famous faces will be signing up to take on the infamous course as the show comes back for another go-around. The programme will be back for a third full-length series in 2026 as well as a glittery star-studded special. 3 Gladiators will be back for a second celebrity outing and a third full-length series Credit: BBC 3 Bradley and Barney Walsh will be back to front the show Credit: PA Father and son duo Bradley and Barney Walsh will be back once more as they return to Sheffield Arena to see which members of the public have what it takes to beat the infamous Gladiators. But not only that, four more stars will be facing off in a bid to be crowned champion as part of another one-off celebrity special. The third series will consist of 11 episodes as well as the celebrity edition. All the Gladiators - Apollo, Athena, Bionic, Comet, Cyclone, Diamond, Dynamite, Electro, Fire, Fury, Giant, Hammer, Legend, Nitro, Phantom, Sabre, Steel, and Viper - will be back as they put on a show for the Sheffield crowds. Read More on Gladiators Kalpna Patel-Knight, the Head of Entertainment at the BBC, said of the show's recommission: 'Audiences have loved getting together to watch our mighty Gladiators take on contenders from all across the UK, with younger fans especially excited to cheer on their Saturday night superheroes. "With this brand-new series and another Celebrity Special confirmed there will be even more epic battles, more high-octane action and of course even more foam fingers than ever before for everyone to look forward to!' Whilst producer Dan Baldwin, the MD of Hungry Bear Media, added: 'We have been absolutely blown away by the reception Gladiators has received from families up and down the country. "It has become a HUGE part of Saturday night viewing on the BBC. Most read in TV "We are extremely excited to deliver another series, so expect even more spandex, hairspray, protein shakes and fake tan this summer in Sheffield!' In amazing news to fans, you could even be a part of the audience at the Sheffield Arena and it won't cost you a penny. Gladiators semi-final, Steel vs Mus at Duel Tickets are available to request for free from TODAY. If you fancy being a part of the action, Meet the Gladiators finalists The Gladiators final takes place on Easter Saturday at 5.30pm on BBC One. After ten gruelling weeks facing the The Gladiators 2024 finalists are: Finlay Anderson - Army officer Finlay, 34, from Edinburgh has made it to the final despite being injured in the quarter-final. Wesley Male - Even though he joined in the quarter-final stage, part-time Leeds wrestler Wesley, 35, has proved a force to be reckoned with on the Gladiators gauntlet. Bronte Jones - This 23-year-old firefighter from Sheffield is the youngest contender in the final. Marie-Louise Nicholson - Hailing from 3 You could get tickets to be in the crowd Credit: BBC
Scottish Sun
24-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Gladiators announces SECOND celeb special – here's how you can get free tickets to watch next series' filming
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) GLADIATORS have confirmed that even more famous faces will be signing up to take on the infamous course as the show comes back for another go-around. The programme will be back for a third full-length series in 2026 as well as a glittery star-studded special. 3 Gladiators will be back for a second celebrity outing and a third full-length series Credit: BBC 3 Bradley and Barney Walsh will be back to front the show Credit: PA Father and son duo Bradley and Barney Walsh will be back once more as they return to Sheffield Arena to see which members of the public have what it takes to beat the infamous Gladiators. But not only that, four more stars will be facing off in a bid to be crowned champion as part of another one-off celebrity special. The third series will consist of 11 episodes as well as the celebrity edition. All the Gladiators - Apollo, Athena, Bionic, Comet, Cyclone, Diamond, Dynamite, Electro, Fire, Fury, Giant, Hammer, Legend, Nitro, Phantom, Sabre, Steel, and Viper - will be back as they put on a show for the Sheffield crowds. Kalpna Patel-Knight, the Head of Entertainment at the BBC, said of the show's recommission: 'Audiences have loved getting together to watch our mighty Gladiators take on contenders from all across the UK, with younger fans especially excited to cheer on their Saturday night superheroes. "With this brand-new series and another Celebrity Special confirmed there will be even more epic battles, more high-octane action and of course even more foam fingers than ever before for everyone to look forward to!' Whilst producer Dan Baldwin, the MD of Hungry Bear Media, added: 'We have been absolutely blown away by the reception Gladiators has received from families up and down the country. "It has become a HUGE part of Saturday night viewing on the BBC. "We are extremely excited to deliver another series, so expect even more spandex, hairspray, protein shakes and fake tan this summer in Sheffield!' In amazing news to fans, you could even be a part of the audience at the Sheffield Arena and it won't cost you a penny. Gladiators semi-final, Steel vs Mus at Duel Tickets are available to request for free from TODAY. If you fancy being a part of the action, you can register your interest here in the hopes of being a part of the crowd in Sheffield. Meet the Gladiators finalists The Gladiators final takes place on Easter Saturday at 5.30pm on BBC One. After ten gruelling weeks facing the superhuman Gladiators, four contenders have made it through to the grand final. The Gladiators 2024 finalists are: Finlay Anderson - Army officer Finlay, 34, from Edinburgh has made it to the final despite being injured in the quarter-final. Wesley Male - Even though he joined in the quarter-final stage, part-time Leeds wrestler Wesley, 35, has proved a force to be reckoned with on the Gladiators gauntlet. Bronte Jones - This 23-year-old firefighter from Sheffield is the youngest contender in the final. Marie-Louise Nicholson - Hailing from Dublin, Marie-Louise, 28, is a fitness coach who has scored maximum points five times on Gladiators.
