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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.
Edinburgh Live
25-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Edinburgh Live
Bradley Walsh and son Barney announce huge career update
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Bradley Walsh and his son Barney have caused quite a stir on social media with an exciting career update. The popular BBC show, Gladiators, is set to come back for a third run and will include a new celebrity edition. They're gearing up to shoot 11 fresh episodes plus a star-packed special at the Sheffield arena. Slated for broadcast on BBC in 2026, the announcement proudly declared: "Get ready to feel the power again! Gladiators will return for a brand-new series and Celebrity Special in 2026." Enthusiastic fans were quick to express their joy in the comments section, with kaiteyblair posting: "Brilliant news. One of the very best things about Saturday nights." (Image: BBC) Adding to the excitement, Harlequinsummer said: "I am so excited, you guys are amazing every single one of you, and I love you to bits." Autistic_singer4 eagerly commented: "OH WE ARE SO BACK! ! Can't wait to cheer on Giant, Fire, Hammer, Cyclone, Fury, and Nitro again!" Viewers can look forward to the return of Gladiators' superheroes Apollo, Athena, Bionic, Comet, Cyclone, Diamond, Dynamite, Electro, Fire, Fury, Giant, Hammer, Legend, Nitro, Phantom, Sabre, Steel, and Viper who are all expected to make a comeback. Nitro's return is much anticipated following his knee injury which saw him benched during the second season's training sessions. (Image: BBC) The blurb teases: "The competition promises to be hotter than ever with brand new events to look forward to plus four more brave celebrities will be taking on the toughest test on TV as they enter the arena in a bid to prove they have the power to succeed and emerge victorious." Dan Baldwin, head honcho at Hungry Bear Media, expressed his excitement, declaring: "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!" Look out for Gladiators season 3 hitting screens on the BBC come 2026.
North Wales Chronicle
24-06-2025
- Entertainment
- North Wales Chronicle
BBC's Gladiators to return for a new series in 2026
Father-son duo Bradley and Barney Walsh host the show and will return to the hit BBC game show. A new series will see its elite athletes, known as Gladiators, take on more 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. A post shared by Gladiators (@gladiatorstv) Familiar Gladiator faces including Apollo, Athena, Bionic, Comet, Cyclone and Diamond will return. Dynamite, Electro, Fire, Fury and The Giant will also come back 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. '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. 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. Recommended reading: BBC's Gladiators announces live UK tour - all to know and how to get tickets Emmerdale star breaks their silence on return to soap ahead of 'dark storyline' 'Watch this space': former EastEnders star hints at co-star's return after death '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. While a release date is yet to be confirmed by the BBC, previous episodes can be watched on BBC iPlayer.
South Wales Guardian
24-06-2025
- Entertainment
- South Wales Guardian
BBC's Gladiators to return for a new series in 2026
Father-son duo Bradley and Barney Walsh host the show and will return to the hit BBC game show. A new series will see its elite athletes, known as Gladiators, take on more 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. A post shared by Gladiators (@gladiatorstv) Familiar Gladiator faces including Apollo, Athena, Bionic, Comet, Cyclone and Diamond will return. Dynamite, Electro, Fire, Fury and The Giant will also come back 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. '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. 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. Recommended reading: BBC's Gladiators announces live UK tour - all to know and how to get tickets Emmerdale star breaks their silence on return to soap ahead of 'dark storyline' 'Watch this space': former EastEnders star hints at co-star's return after death '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. While a release date is yet to be confirmed by the BBC, previous episodes can be watched on BBC iPlayer.
South Wales Guardian
24-06-2025
- Entertainment
- South Wales Guardian
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. 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. '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. '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.
