Former rugby international Joe Marler is set to become the first celebrity Gladiator on the BBC's popular entertainment series. The 36-year-old, who also appeared in the first series of Celebrity Traitors, will be known as Mauler when the fourth series of Gladiators begins in 2027.
Marler announced the news in an Instagram video from the Gladiators dressing room, stating, "Mauler will see you now." The BBC confirmed that Marler will make "special appearances packed with power, personality and plenty of surprises."
Filming for the fourth series is currently underway in Sheffield. Marler will join other Gladiators such as Nitro, Viper, Diamond, and Sabre when the show returns next year.