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Scottish Sun
8 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Hollyoaks actor turned huge sitcom star signs up for Celebrity Race Across The World alongside Strictly couple
The star also appears in a smash-hit BBC spin-off race on Hollyoaks actor turned huge sitcom star signs up for Celebrity Race Across The World alongside Strictly couple Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A HOLLYOAKS actor turned huge sitcom star has signed up for Celebrity Race Across the World. Dylan Llewellyn, 32, appeared on the soap over a decade ago before finding major success on other shows. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 4 Dylan Llewellyn has signed up for Celebrity Race Across The World Credit: Getty 4 He is well-known for lead roles in Derry Girls and Big Boys Credit: Getty 4 Molly Rainford and Tyler West have also reportedly signed up Credit: Splash He is swapping TV sets and bright lights for a gruelling travel challenge in the hit BBC series. Dylan and a teammate will dash across continents without flights or mobile phones. The last series of Celebrity Race Across the World aired last August and saw famous faces including Kelly Brook, Scott Mills, Jeff Brazier and Kola Bokinni race across South America. A rep for the show has been contacted for comment. More on Race Across The World TRAGIC DEATH Race Across The World contestant dies aged 24 in car crash From 2011 to 2012, Dylan played Martin "Jono" Johnson in Hollyoaks. But he achieved wider stardom with his role in Derry Girls as James Maguire. Set in the late 90s, the sitcom followed a group of girls (and one boy) navigating life in Derry, Northern Ireland during The Troubles. In particular, life in their Catholic school under headmistress Sister George Michael. Dylan played the lead role in Channel 4 sitcom Big Boys, where he portrayed a semi-fictionalised version of creator Jack Rooke. His character, Jack, was introduced as a shy and closeted University student grieving his father's death. Derry Girls star Dylan Llewellyn is worlds away from James Maguire in first look at new comedy Big Boys The show ultimately concluded earlier this year after three series on air. Since 2023, Dylan has co-starred as PC Kelby Hartford in BBC's Beyond Paradise. It comes as The Sun previously revealed a pair of Strictly lovers had signed up for Celebrity Race Across The World. Molly Rainford, 24, and Tyler West, 29, found romance on the Saturday night favourite in 2022. Race Across The World - Winners so far Since launching in 2019, BBC travel competition series Race Across The World has had four series to date. Let's take a look at back at the winners so far... Series one: Elaine and Tony Teasdale: This married couple, who are retired PE teachers, won the very first series of Race Across The World. Elaine and Tony Teasdale: This married couple, who are retired PE teachers, won the very first series of Race Across The World. Series two: Emon and Jamiul Choudhury: The uncle and nephew duo emerged victorious in the show's second outing. Emon and Jamiul Choudhury: The uncle and nephew duo emerged victorious in the show's second outing. Series three: Tricia Sail and Cathie Rowe: These lifelong friends became the first non-familial pair to win a series. Tricia Sail and Cathie Rowe: These lifelong friends became the first non-familial pair to win a series. Series four: Alfie Watts and Owen Wood: Both aged 20, these friends bested four other pairs to win series four. A TV insider told The Sun: 'Molly and Tyler are a huge coup for the show. "They're popular with millions of viewers from their stints on Strictly, and Molly will bring in loads of EastEnders fans too. "They are a very adventurous pair and have brilliant chemistry, so bosses are confident they will become huge fan favourites.' Celebrity Race Across The World airs on BBC One and iPlayer.
The Irish Sun
8 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Hollyoaks actor turned huge sitcom star signs up for Celebrity Race Across The World alongside Strictly couple
A HOLLYOAKS actor turned huge sitcom star has signed up for Celebrity Race Across the World. Dylan Llewellyn, 32, appeared on the soap over a decade ago before finding major success on other shows. Advertisement 4 Dylan Llewellyn has signed up for Celebrity Race Across The World Credit: Getty 4 He is well-known for lead roles in Derry Girls and Big Boys Credit: Getty 4 Molly Rainford and Tyler West have also reportedly signed up Credit: Splash He is swapping TV sets and bright lights for a gruelling travel challenge in the hit BBC series. Dylan and a teammate will dash across continents without flights or mobile phones. The last series of Celebrity Race Across the World aired last August and saw famous faces including race across South America. A rep for the show has been contacted for comment. Advertisement More on Race Across The World From 2011 to 2012, Dylan played Martin "Jono" Johnson in Hollyoaks. But he achieved wider stardom with his role in Derry Girls as James Maguire. Set in the late 90s, the sitcom followed a group of girls (and one boy) navigating life in Derry, Northern Ireland during The Troubles. In particular, life in their Catholic school under headmistress Sister George Michael. Advertisement Most read in Reality Exclusive Dylan played the lead role in Channel 4 sitcom Big Boys, where he portrayed a semi-fictionalised version of creator Jack Rooke. His character, Jack, was introduced as a shy and closeted University student grieving his father's death. Derry Girls star Dylan Llewellyn is worlds away from James Maguire in first look at new comedy Big Boys The show ultimately Since 2023, Dylan has co-starred as PC Kelby Hartford in BBC 's Beyond Paradise. Advertisement It comes as The Sun previously revealed , 24, and , 29, found romance on the Saturday night favourite in 2022 . Race Across The World - Winners so far Since launching in 2019, BBC travel competition series Race Across The World has had four series to date. Let's take a look at back at the winners so far... Series one: Elaine and Tony Teasdale: This married couple, who are retired PE teachers, won the very first series of Race Across The World. Series two: Emon and Jamiul Choudhury: The uncle and nephew duo emerged victorious in the show's second outing. Series three: Tricia Sail and Cathie Rowe: These lifelong friends became the first non-familial pair to win a series. Series four: Alfie Watts and Owen Wood: Both aged 20, these friends bested four other pairs to win series four. A TV insider told The Sun: 'Molly and Tyler are a huge coup for the show. "They're popular with millions of viewers from their stints on Strictly, and Molly will bring in loads of EastEnders fans too. Advertisement "They are a very adventurous pair and have brilliant chemistry, so bosses are confident they will become huge fan favourites.' Celebrity Race Across The World airs on BBC One and iPlayer. 4 Celebrity Race Across The World last aired in August 2024 Credit: BBC
Metro
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Metro
BBC rejects claim Call the Midwife star was 'disrespected' before shock exit
The BBC has responded to Call the Midwife's Olly Rix's comments on his sudden departure from the role of Matthew Aylward after three years on the BBC One drama. Fans were left devastated last year when Matthew announced that he would be moving to New York to try and make his fortune after losing his inheritance. He gave Trixie (Helen George) a relationship ultimatum and as the season wrapped up, it was unclear whether Rix would stay or go, leaving many Call the Midwife viewers saying he 'deserved better'. Yet the 40-year-old was subsequently cast on Casualty, confirming he would not be returning to the East End set. There were reports at the time that the cast were 'stunned and upset' Rix's character Matthew had been written out. Rix has since spoken about how he felt he wasn't 'treated with much integrity or respect' at the end of his time on the show, telling Hello! he now struggles to talk about Call the Midwife. A Call the Midwife spokesperson told Metro: 'We don't accept this. Call the Midwife is a drama that prides itself on providing a supportive, inclusive and nurturing filming environment, and we are known for the family atmosphere on our set. 'Series 15 is currently filming and we look forward to sharing this exciting new series with our beloved audience.' Rix told Hello!: 'It's hard for me to talk about that show. I don't love talking about it. 'I'm very fortunate. Most jobs, I think of very fondly but you do, of course, leave them in the past and move on and develop new work. 'With that project in particular, I didn't like the way it ended and I didn't think they treated me with much integrity or respect, and I didn't like that. 'I think it's just best left in the past and not discussed much more.' RadioTimes at the time reported that Rix's departure didn't necessarily mean it was the end of the road for the character of Matthew. According to the publication, the door was being left open for him to come back at some point in the future – whether that remains the case is unclear. More Trending Rix has now traded in his 50s period costume for scrubs to play former Special Forces medic Flynn Byron on Casualty. Meanwhile, the BBC has announced plans to make a Call the Midwife film as well as a prequel TV series set during the Second World War. The show's 15th series will begin with a two-part Christmas special which will see the cast of characters journey to Hong Kong on a mercy mission. View More » Call the Midwife returns this Christmas. Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: Race Across The World fans have limited time to apply for BBC series MORE: Popular BBC series to return to TV as huge cast changes are confirmed MORE: Casualty fans confused by BBC soap change as end of an era is confirmed
Metro
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Metro
Race Across The World fans have limited time to apply for BBC series
Race Across The World is edging towards the finish line, and time is running out to apply for sixth series. The BBC reality travel show is currently on air with two weeks to go, and this time round it's tasked five partners to race across China, Nepal and India. In an added twist, they've had the challenge of doing it on the lowest budget in the show's history at just over £1,000 per person. The Beeb describes the show as a journey of self-discovery, as much mental as it is physical. If you reckon you'd be up to the task, you've got just a few weeks left to get your form in, with the deadline fast approaching after the final two episodes air on June 11. Here's everything you need to know about applying. To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video If you want to apply to Race Across The World, click here for all the details. Just make sure you don't miss out – the deadline is Sunday, 6th July 2025. On the application page, the BBC have said: 'This experience is open to all, whether you're a seasoned traveller or total novice. 'We want to hear what undertaking a trip like this would mean to you, and with a cash prize at stake, to what lengths you would go to win.' They added: 'Maybe you're looking to change something in your life? Or are keen to share the journey with someone special like a family member, best friend, or someone you've lost touch with. 'You may even have a very personal reason for wanting to travel at this time in your life or want to explore a particular part of the world.' There are a few points to note while you register too, with each team of two applying together for the series. You must both be over 18 years old at the time of applying, as well as being a legal resident in the UK, and be free to take up to eight weeks off between September and November 2025. Meanwhile, you'll also need a valid passport, and the right to 'travel to all locations as we specify'. While this season of Race Across The World has been a hit with viewers, there have still been some grumbles from certain quarters around the balance between personal backstories and the drama of getting from A to B on a budget. 'The sob stories have ruined it for me. It's nice to see couples bond and improve their relationships (or argue) but the constant sob stories are ridiculous,' wrote @_I__yes__I_ echoed on Reddit. And @purpletshirtz added that they thought the show's runtime would be better spent on the ins and outs of the race, writing: 'I think we're missing out on the main story of their travel.' More Trending However, Metro's Deputy TV Editor Tom Percival argued that the backstories teach 'us about the teams, their relationships, and their lives'. He pointed out: 'It lets us know who to root for, who's come the furthest, and who's got the longest left to go. If you cut the sob stories, you might as well cut the whole show.' View More » Race Across The World airs Wednesdays at 9pm on BBC One and iPlayer. Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: Popular BBC series to return to TV as huge cast changes are confirmed MORE: Casualty fans confused by BBC soap change as end of an era is confirmed MORE: Zoe Ball suffering from painful condition weeks after returning to Radio 2
The Independent
a day ago
- Entertainment
- The Independent
Sam Gardiner takes part in Race Across The World in resurfaced video after his death
Race Across The World star Sam Gardiner has died at the age of 24, with resurfaced footage showing him waiting for a night bus with his mother Jo whilst participating on the show. The former BBC contestant and his mother can be seen purchasing tickets for an overnight coach in Peru in an episode that aired in 2019, before tucking into some food whilst they wait. The 24-year-old was involved in a car crash on the A34 near Manchester on 26 May. He died from his injuries three days later on Thursday (29 May). His parents remembered him as "loyal, funny and fiercely protective," adding that he brought "warmth, laughter and a smattering of chaos wherever he went'.
