WWE superstar The Miz hosting American Gladiators revival
WWE superstar The Miz is hosting an 'American Gladiators' revival.
The 44-year-old wrestler - whose real name is Mike Mizanin - has been confirmed to front a reboot of the beloved gameshow, which is returning to Amazon Prime Video with a new series.
He wrote on X after the announcement: "I'm thrilled to announce I'm the new host of AMERICAN GLADIATORS! The 10-year-old me is screaming.
"Huge thanks to MGM Amazon Prime Video for trusting me with this iconic legacy. We're honoring the original and bringing fresh energy to a whole new generation.
"AG IS BACK! (sic)"
The original show launched in 1989 and ran until 1996, inspiring versions around the world, including in the UK where it was also brought back last year for its own revival.
In a press release, Amazon said: "The featured Gladiators on the upcoming series will range from professional bodybuilders, former D1 athletes, pro crossfit champions and pro fitness trainers from around the globe all ecstatic to put their abilities to the test."
They also confirmed a combination of "brand new events" and "some classics from the original series", including challenges like Gauntlet, Hang Tough and The Eliminator.
Barry Poznick - general manager of MGM Alternative, Evolution Media and Big Fish Entertainment - said in a statement: "We're excited to officially welcome WWE Superstar Mike 'The Miz' Mizanin to the American Gladiators Family.
"He's the perfect host for the new era of this iconic franchise.
"The US reboot, combined with our epic success in the UK, our Live Nation Tour, and the launch of our 24/7 Gladiators FAST channel, this isn't just a comeback, it's a cultural revival.
"Fans, old and new, are going to love this evolution in sports entertainment."
The Miz - who joined WWE in 2004 after rising to fame on shows 'The Real World: Back to New York' three years earlier - is no stranger to reality TV.
As well as his own show 'Miz and Mrs' with wife and fellow wrestler Maryse Ouellet, he has also appeared on the likes of 'Fear Factor' and 'Dancing With The Stars', and in 2020 he hosted the US version of 'Cannonball'.
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