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Giant leaves BBC's Gladiators after three series

Giant leaves BBC's Gladiators after three series

Summary

Jamie Bigg, who played the character Giant on the BBC show Gladiators, is leaving the show after three seasons. He said the decision was not his own and that he left because of a choice that didn’t match his values.

Key Facts

  • Jamie Bigg is known as Giant on the BBC show Gladiators.
  • He has been on the show since it returned in 2024 and appeared in three series.
  • Bigg is a former professional bodybuilder and firefighter from Derbyshire.
  • He announced his departure on Instagram, saying it was not his choice.
  • Bigg mentioned he left because of a choice that conflicted with his beliefs.
  • He is 6 feet 5 inches tall, has 52 cm biceps, and eats 10,000 calories a day to keep his build.
  • Earlier in 2024, he changed his last name from Christian-Johal to Bigg after a divorce and ADHD diagnosis.
  • The show’s spokesperson thanked him and wished him well for the future.
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