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The Irish Sun
7 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Gladiators rocked by injury crisis as FOUR stars are forced out by nasty accidents filming new series
All the Gladiators' injuries occurred during filming for the BBC show at the Utilita Arena in Sheffield OUT OF ACTION Gladiators rocked by injury crisis as FOUR stars are forced out by nasty accidents filming new series GLADIATORS has been rocked by an injury crisis with FOUR fan favourites forced out with injury. The Sun can reveal Legend, Bionic, Diamond and Athena were all taken out while taking on games for the new series. 5 Four fan favourites have been forced out with injury Credit: BBC 5 Legend, real name Matt Morsia, tore a bicep Credit: Supplied 5 Diamond - Livi Sheldon - rupturing the ACL and MCL in her knee Credit: Supplied Legend, real name Matt Morsia, tore a bicep, and Bionic - aka Matty Campbell - dislocated his shoulder. But it wasn't just male Glads who suffered, with Diamond - Livi Sheldon - rupturing the ACL and MCL in her knee. And Athena - Karenjeet Kaur Bains - busted her knee too. Despite the injuries, the Gladiators will all feature in series three when it airs on the BBC next year in some way - and will be on the live tour this autumn. A source said: 'Gladiators is the ultimate test of speed, strength and endurance - and four of its champions have paid the price. 'It just goes to show that these games are tough and even our professionals can suffer injuries." All the Gladiators' injuries occurred during filming for the BBC show at the Utilita Arena in Sheffield. In 2023 Comet, real name Ella-Mae Rayner, broke her ankle and foot and had to undergo an operation to rebuild her foot. And Sabre, aka Sheli McCoy, tore her hamstring. First Strictly Come Dancing confirm first star for 2025 series - and it's a Gladiator Ella fell 30ft from The Wall in a horrifying accident that almost took away her ability to walk. Whilst they both focus on recovery, the Glads have praised the care of medics on set. As the show is one of toughest and most physically demanding programmes on TV, the production team had a very robust health and safety policy in place as well as appropriate insurances. Risk assessments were carried out for all of the games and the Gladiators and contenders underwent extensive training with experts. A doctor, paramedics, technicians, physios and a trained Health and Safety advisor were all present on set every day. A spokesman for the BBC said: 'The health and well-being of all Gladiators, contenders and crew is of paramount importance. Gladiators is one of the toughest and most physically demanding programmes on TV and due to the high-impact nature of the show it is not unusual for those competing to suffer injuries. "In each instance, as soon as it became apparent that a potential injury had occurred, the correct protocol was immediately followed. "The injured Gladiators are currently following medical advice and working on their recoveries.' 5 Athena - Karenjeet Kaur Bains - also busted her knee
Scottish Sun
7 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Gladiators rocked by injury crisis as FOUR stars are forced out by nasty accidents filming new series
All the Gladiators' injuries occurred during filming for the BBC show at the Utilita Arena in Sheffield OUT OF ACTION Gladiators rocked by injury crisis as FOUR stars are forced out by nasty accidents filming new series Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) GLADIATORS has been rocked by an injury crisis with FOUR fan favourites forced out with injury. The Sun can reveal Legend, Bionic, Diamond and Athena were all taken out while taking on games for the new series. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 5 Four fan favourites have been forced out with injury Credit: BBC 5 Legend, real name Matt Morsia, tore a bicep Credit: Supplied 5 Diamond - Livi Sheldon - rupturing the ACL and MCL in her knee Credit: Supplied Legend, real name Matt Morsia, tore a bicep, and Bionic - aka Matty Campbell - dislocated his shoulder. But it wasn't just male Glads who suffered, with Diamond - Livi Sheldon - rupturing the ACL and MCL in her knee. And Athena - Karenjeet Kaur Bains - busted her knee too. Despite the injuries, the Gladiators will all feature in series three when it airs on the BBC next year in some way - and will be on the live tour this autumn. A source said: 'Gladiators is the ultimate test of speed, strength and endurance - and four of its champions have paid the price. 'It just goes to show that these games are tough and even our professionals can suffer injuries." All the Gladiators' injuries occurred during filming for the BBC show at the Utilita Arena in Sheffield. In 2023 Comet, real name Ella-Mae Rayner, broke her ankle and foot and had to undergo an operation to rebuild her foot. And Sabre, aka Sheli McCoy, tore her hamstring. First Strictly Come Dancing confirm first star for 2025 series - and it's a Gladiator Ella fell 30ft from The Wall in a horrifying accident that almost took away her ability to walk. Whilst they both focus on recovery, the Glads have praised the care of medics on set. As the show is one of toughest and most physically demanding programmes on TV, the production team had a very robust health and safety policy in place as well as appropriate insurances. Risk assessments were carried out for all of the games and the Gladiators and contenders underwent extensive training with experts. A doctor, paramedics, technicians, physios and a trained Health and Safety advisor were all present on set every day. A spokesman for the BBC said: 'The health and well-being of all Gladiators, contenders and crew is of paramount importance. Gladiators is one of the toughest and most physically demanding programmes on TV and due to the high-impact nature of the show it is not unusual for those competing to suffer injuries. "In each instance, as soon as it became apparent that a potential injury had occurred, the correct protocol was immediately followed. "The injured Gladiators are currently following medical advice and working on their recoveries.' 5 Athena - Karenjeet Kaur Bains - also busted her knee
Daily Mirror
12-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Myleene Klass breaks down as she comforts Gladiators star over baby loss
Loose Women's Myleene Klass broke down on the ITV show as Gladiators' Zack George and his wife Samantha spoke about the tragic death of their baby son Leo. The couple lost their newborn Leo earlier this year, having been told my doctors that he would be born at 23 weeks and had a slim chance of survival. Speaking about the final days of baby Leo's life, Samantha said: "They always say how much of a rocky road it is all the time and it's true - you have some really good days where you think, 'He's going to come out of here amazing,' and you have other days when the consultant will call you into a room and talk to you as if he only has 12 hours to live." Loose Women panellist Myleene began holding hands with Samantha, and said through tears: "I'm so sorry. I think you're so brave." * This is a breaking showbiz news story. Join The Mirror's WhatsApp Community or follow us on Google News , Flipboard , Apple News, TikTok , Snapchat , Instagram , Twitter , Facebook , YouTube and Threads - or visit The Mirror homepage. You can find this story in My Bookmarks. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right.
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.
Wales Online
15-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Soccer Aid star Livi Sheldon's life as Gladiators' Diamond, fitness guru fiance and football past
Soccer Aid star Livi Sheldon's life as Gladiators' Diamond, fitness guru fiance and football past 'Diamond' is out for revenge as she takes to the pitch at Old Trafford for this year's Soccer Aid Sheldon soared to fame on Gladiators but dreamt of becoming a professional footballer Soccer Aid is back for 2026 with a host of famous faces from the world of sport, music and entertainment taking to the Old Trafford pitch to raise money for UNICEF. After winning the title for the first time in eight years last time out, England are looking to defend their crown, with the likes of Tom Grennan, Louis Tomlinson and Dame Denise Lewis joining forces with football legends including Paul Scholes, Wayne Rooney and Gary Neville for the Three Lions. However, they are up against an impressive World XI side that has called in a host of stars from the beautiful game, including Rivaldo, Carlos Tevez, Edwin van der Sar, Nemanja Vidic and Leonardo Bonucci. The football stars will be joined by famous faces like Tony Bellew, Martin Compston, Bryan Habana, Richard Gadd and Gorka Marquez. Also joining the World XI is Livi Sheldon - perhaps better known to viewers as Diamond from the hit BBC reboot of Gladiators. The 31-year-old, who made her Soccer Aid debut last year, is out for revenge to help her team steal back the title from England and is well-equipped to do so, having been a keen footballer since an early age. Article continues below Having initially played for a boys' side she eventually moved over to a girls' team, where she was captain for many years. Sheldon also played for her local team Worcester City Ladies as a midfielder and was again named skipper, before later leaving football behind and moving into bodybuilding and personal training. "I played from the age of six, up until around the time I was at college - around 18, 19," she told Forbes last year, as she revealed she had trained with Worcester City again after being called in to play at Soccer Aid. "Then I actually had another little stint for a couple of years when I was 23 or 24. And then I didn't kick a ball until I got asked to play Soccer Aid!" "It's been a while but I've been practising lots and Worcester City have been really helpful with letting me train with them again." She added: "I would absolutely have loved to be a professional footballer. The opportunities the girls have now... "At Worcester City, they have a development squad there now which bring young girls and boys up from the age of six, and bring them through the different age groups. "The pathways they have there for different teams is just incredible so I think if I was young Liv playing now, I think she may have well been a professional footballer." After starting weight training aged 18, the 6ft star can now squat a huge 120kg, while her bodybuilding career saw her reach the final of the 'England Toned Figure' competition. Article continues below She now lives in Worcester with her fiancé Grant Gibbs, with the pair both working as online personal trainers. Gibbs describes himself as a "body transformation and mindset coach", while Sheldon runs her own training app called LivFitness.
