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Gladiators star Wolf, whose real name is Michael Van Wijk, has revealed he is still carrying an injury from the show more than two decades after it ended. Mike became a household name in the 90s, thanks to his role on ITV's Gladiators, which was hosted by Ulrika Jonsson and John Fashanu.

Gladiators viewers have been left feeling ‘emotional’ and nostalgic after watching the new BBC reboot of the show. The iconic 90s programme, which sees contenders go up against bodybuilders in challenges, aired once again 32 years after its debut on Saturday, January 13.

TV's Gladiators is back! Fans of the hit original 1990s show will welcome a new breed of muscle-bound competitors back on our screens tonight.

The BBC are reviving Gladiators and the new version of the much-loved gameshow will include a familiar face to football fans.

Loose Women's Linda Robson has opened up about the TV show she was warned not to do over fears it would ruin her career. Linda, who has worked in showbiz for 50 years, says she was told by her agent that after the controversial show would be 'probably never work again.' The 65-year-old, who became well known for playing Tracey Stubbs in the sitcom Birds of a Feather, now appears as a weekly pannist on the ITV daytime show alongside other TV favourites including Stacey Solomon, Ruth Langsford, Coleen Nolan and Denise Welch. Opening up to The Sun on one of her lesser known TV ventures she filmed in 2018, Gone to Pot, Linda said she was told: "You'll probably never work again".

She might not have been walking the Oscars red carpet, but Holly Willoughby brought a hefty dose of Hollywood glamour to Sunday night's Dancing On Ice live final. The This Morning presenter stunned in a floorlength Sophie Couture gown worthy of any LA awards show, glittering with silver sequins on top of multiple layers of flowing platinum chiffon, which gently brushed the floor.

The brand new series of Dancing On Ice kicked off this even and just minutes into the show, viewers were already complaining.

The life of Justin Fashanu, the first footballer to come out as gay, and his brother John Fashanu, is to be turned into an ITV drama from BAFTA-nominated writer Kwame Kwei-Armah.

Siva Kaneswaran appeared tearful after he was asked to speak about his late bandmate Tom Parker after it was revealed he would be taking part in next year's Dancing On Ice. The Wanted singer’s participation in the ice skating TV competition was announced during Good Morning Britain on Tuesday (October 11).

The final contestant for ITV's Dancing on Ice line-up has been revealed as The Wanted's Siva Kaneswaran. Appearing live this morning on Good Morning Britain, Siva quipped that he asked his manager if it was too late to pull out, but went on to say that he was "overall excited". Siva, 33, added that he's that much of a newcomer to the ice that he's been using the training penguins – typically used by children.

The Sun: "Siva is a great signing for the show - The Wanted still have a huge loyal fanbase. After all the boys have been through this year with losing their bandmate Tom Parker, fans will be willing him to go all the way in [bandmate Tom Parker's] memory. "Adding: "It's also going to be a very busy year for Siva next year, as he just wrapped filming on Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins, which will air next autumn, so that's two big shows for 2023 under his belt.

The next contestant for ITV Dancing on Ice has been revealed as Michelle Heaton. Appearing live on Lorraine this morning, Michelle, 43, told the host: "I've always wanted to do it and had my name in the mix. But I knew I would never have been able to complete anything because of the way my body was 18 months ago." She added: "I'm truly grateful I've got it this year and I'm a lot stronger.

Dancing On Ice has announced two more famous faces that will be joining the line-up. Soap star Carley Stenson is the latest celeb confirmed to be getting her skates on for the ITV competition, with the new series set to air early next year.

Joey Essex, former EastEnders star Patsy Palmer, football legend John Fashanu, Love Island winner Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu, Olympic gymnast Nile Wilson, Coronation Street’s Mollie Gallagher and drag queen The Vivienne. Speaking about the exciting gig, she said: ‘I’m so excited that I get to learn how to dance…on ice! I’m terrified but can’t wait. ‘I just want to make the most of this whole experience.

Former Hollyoaks actress Carley Stenson has been announced as the next Dancing On Ice 2023 contestant.The actress and West End star shared her excitement at the news ahead of her appearance on the show next year. Carley said: "I'm so excited that I get to learn how to dance... on ice! I'm terrified but can’t wait - I just want to make the most of this whole experience." The actress, who has also appeared in Holby City and in the West End, will join RuPaul's Drag Race UK 2019 winner The Vivienne, EastEnders' Patsy Palmer, John Fashanu, comedian Darren Harriott, Corrie's Mollie Gallagher, Olympic Gymnast Nile Wilson and Love Island winner Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu.

Comedian Darren Harriott is the latest celebrity to sign up for ‘Dancing on Ice’. The 34-year-old said he fears his big feet will get in the way of his success and his family are taking bets he take a tumble on the opening show. He confirmed his participation on Trisha Goddard’s TalkTV show, saying: “I’ve got giant feet, I don't skate and I can't dance! “My family has already made bets - they’re making bets that I’ll fall on the first episode!” Best known as a stand-up, Darren was nominated for best newcomer at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival in 2017 and best show in 2019.

Comedian Darren Harriott and Love Island: After Sun favourite is the latest celebrity hoping to skate to victory after officially revealing he will be competing in the upcoming series of Dancing on Ice. The 34 year old star, shared the news with Trisha Goddard on Talk TV – but aside from being excited about appearing on the show, Darren also admitted he was more than a little nervous about taking to the ice.

saw Regan Gascoigne and partner Karina Marta beat the likes of former Strictly pro Brendan Cole and singer Kimberly Wyatt to lift the coveted trophy. Struggling to hold back his tears after landing a perfect score, Paul Gascoigne’s dancer son said: ‘I am so overwhelmed, I never thought it was possible. ’But which famous faces will be swapping the red carpet for the iconic ice rink as they battle it out to impress the judges and viewers at home in series 17 of the skating show?Here are all the celebrities that have been revealed so far…The first contestant was revealed during Monday’s episode of This Morning – and it is no other than soap legend Patsy Palmer.

Joey Essex has been announced as the next Dancing On Ice 2023 contestant.The former TOWIE star, 32, will join RuPaul's Drag Race UK 2019 winner The Vivienne, EastEnders' Patsy Palmer, John Fashanu, Corrie's Mollie Gallagher, Olympic Gymnast Nile Wilson and Love Island winner Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu. While Michelle Heaton has also been reported to have joined the hit ITV skating show. Revealing the news on Friday's This Morning, Joey said: "I would love to win.

RuPaul's Drag Race UK 2019 winner The Vivienne has been announced as the next Dancing On Ice 2023 contestant.The Vivienne, real name James Lee Williams, will join EastEnders' Patsy Palmer, former footballer John Fashanu, Corrie's Mollie Gallagher, Olympic Gymnast Nile Wilson and Love Island winner Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu. While Michelle Heaton has also been reported to have joined the hit ITV skating show. Revealing the news on social media, The Vivienne said: "I'm beyond excited to announce that I will be competing in Dancing on Ice in 2023! "This is honestly a dream come true and I can't wait to start training on the ice.

saw Regan Gascoigne and partner Karina Marta beat the likes of former Strictly pro Brendan Cole and singer Kimberly Wyatt to lift the coveted trophy. Struggling to hold back his tears after landing a perfect score, Paul Gascoigne’s dancer son said: ‘I am so overwhelmed, I never thought it was possible. ’But which famous faces will be swapping the red carpet for the iconic ice rink as they battle it out to impress the judges and viewers at home in series 17 of the skating show?Here are all the celebrities that have been revealed so far…The first contestant was revealed during Monday’s episode of This Morning – and it is no other than soap legend Patsy Palmer.

Coronation Street star Mollie Gallagher looked very different to her soap character as she debuted her makeover on ITV's Lorraine. The actress, known for playing Nina Lucas in the Salford-based soap, appeared on the morning show as she was revealed as the next contestant for Dancing On Ice.

Coronation Street's Mollie Gallagher has been announced as the next Dancing On Ice contestant set to take part in the skating competition which is back in early 2023 for a new series. Appearing live on Lorraine this morning (October 6) the actress, 24, is set to swap the Rovers for the rink and take to the ice for some glitz, glamour and show stopping performances . Mollie said: "I'm really excited.

Michelle Heaton has signed up for 'Dancing on Ice. ' The former Liberty X star, 43, - who had battled through addiction in recent years but quit alcohol for good back in January 2021 - is said to have "impressed" bosses of the ITV skating competition and is looking forward to "pushing herself" when the series returns to screens in early 2023. A source said: "Michelle really impressed the ‘Dancing on Ice’ team and they were delighted to be able to offer her a place on this year’s show.

Olympic gymnast Nile Wilson has been announced as the latest celebrity to be taking part in this year's Dancing on Ice.The 26 year old took to his YouTube channel to announce the news as he said he is "so excited" to be taking part in the next series, which will be on our screens in January of next year. He said: "I'm going to be on ITV's Dancing on Ice! This is a really cool thing. I've certainly not done much ice-skating but I am so excited for the opportunity.

Michelle Heaton has allegedly been revealed to be the newest celebrity hitting the ice rink in the New Year as part of the latest Dancing on Ice line-up. A source said the team at ITV are "delighted" to welcome to singer as part of the line-up.They continued to tell The Sun: "Michelle has been through a lot over the past few years and she has overcome a lot to make it this far. “She wants to push herself and make her children proud of her." “Michelle is preparing to start her training for Dancing On Ice," it was added.

Love Island winner Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu is heading for her second reality show as she's been announced as the latest celebrity confirmed to be taking part in the 2023 series of Dancing on Ice. The line-up for the ITV skating competition started being announced earlier this week.

Dancing on Ice was won by Regan Gascoigne, who blew the judges and viewers at home away with his performances, alongside pro partner Karina Manta. And, before long it will be time for a new batch of skating stars to take to the rink in a bid to impress Olympic legends Torvill and Dean and their fellow judges.

@TheFash1988 is ready to score! #DancingOnIce @ITV pic. twitter. com/VQ6DnvRT7L— Dancing on Ice (@dancingonice) October 4, 2022He said: “I’m so excited to be a part of Dancing On Ice.

Football legend John Fashanu is the next celebrity confirmed to be taking part in the new 2023 series of Dancing on Ice. It comes as Pasty Palmer was named as the first contestant for the hit ITV skating show during an appearance on Monday's This Morning.

Joe Swash and Phil Tufnell are reportedly among the 15 celebrity contestants for the I’m A Celebrity…Get Me Out Of Here! all-star special. Winners and losers of previous series will come together for another chance to become king or queen of the jungle – or even to retain their crowns. ITV did not confirm the famous faces, which have been reported by The Sun, and said more details will be revealed nearer the time.

Wolf was one of the most formidable characters on hit 90s show Gladiators when it was at its prime, recognisable with his curly mane of hair and steely stare. Fast-forward to 2022 and the actor-bodybuilder who played him, Michael Van Wijk, 69, looks a lot different from his show heyday, with a shaved head and a life far removed from the UK. In what may be a surprise to some, Michael is also different to his iconic ruthless character, and is famously nice in real life.

Gladiators has been officially confirmed to air in 2023.The sports entertainment game show will return on the BBC next year for an 11-episode series made by Hungry Bear Media and MGM Television UK.As announced by the BBC, the rebooted show will feature brand new games alongside classic challenges, with each episode culminating with fan favourite The Eliminator.Kate Phillips, director of unscripted at the BBC, said: “Gladiators is back and a whole new generation of viewers can now look forward to watching a Saturday night spectacle like no other. Will the contenders have the will and the skill to succeed against our mighty new Gladiators? You’ll have to tune in to find out!”Dan Baldwin, managing director of Hungry Bear, said: “It’s the perfect time for Gladiators to return.

It's been confirmed that Gladiators will make its long-awaited return to the BBC next year. The popular show is set to return with an 11-episode series and will be welcoming a new generation of "superhumans" who will compete against contestants in the "ultimate test of speed and strength", the BBC said.

BBC are set to bring back the classic game show Gladiators next year. The popular game show originally aired on ITV between 1992 and 2000 and drew huge audiences in every Saturday evening.

Popular TV show Gladiators is returning to the BBC next year, it has been announced.The programme will return with an 11-episode series and will be welcoming a new generation of “superhumans” who will compete against contestants in the “ultimate test of speed and strength”, the BBC said.The series, which will air on BBC One and BBC iPlayer, will include new games alongside classic challenges – with each episode ending with fan favourite, gruelling obstacle course The Eliminator. At its peak, Gladiators – broadcast from 1992 to 2000 – drew huge audiences to its Saturday evening ITV slot as the famous call of “Contenders Ready? Gladiators Ready?” echoed across TV screens.