George Clarke for Strictly Come Dancing 2025 / BBC
Strictly Come Dancing finalist George Clarke has reportedly signed up to take part in Celebrity Gladiators.
The 26-year-old, who rose to fame as a social media star, was the dark horse on last year’s Strictly – finishing as a runner-up to eventual winner Karen Carney.
According to The Sun, Clarke is one of the four celebrities – alongside Big Brother host AJ Odudu – taking part in the next Celebrity Gladiators, which is due to be filmed next week in Sheffield.
A source told the newspaper: “BBC bosses were impressed with the fact that, although he didn’t come from a dance background, George really threw himself into everything – and he did it with humility and humour.
“They’re all qualities he’ll need when he clashes with the Gladiators.
“But he knows it’s as much about physical strength and agility as anything else, and it’s fair to say he’ll be going up against some blokes who will dwarf him.”
The special is due to air this Christmas on BBC One and iPlayer.
