Tom Stoltman reportedly joining cast of BBC’s Gladiators

Tom Stoltman is said to be appearing in the BBC One show’s fourth series, due to begin filming in Sheffield later this month.

The 6ft 8in strongman is one of the UK’s most celebrated strength athletes.

Tom Stoltman reportedly joining the cast of BBC’s Gladiators

“This is a dream opportunity and I’m incredibly proud to become a Gladiator,” he told The Sun.

“I’ve spent my whole life pushing myself to see what I can achieve, and joining this incredible show is the next challenge.”

He aims to bring his trademark qualities to the arena.

He said: “I’m excited to bring my strength, determination and personality to the arena, but most importantly, I want people watching to feel inspired to believe in themselves and take on their own challenges.”

Newsquest has contacted the BBC for comment.

This won’t be Stoltman’s first TV appearance, as he was one of the masked henchmen who lifted Claudia Winkleman on last year’s The Traitors.

Stoltman is a three-time winner of the World’s Strongest Man in 2021, 2022, and 2024.

He also won the national title of Britain’s Strongest Man in the same years, as well as in 2026.

He is nicknamed “The Albatross” due to his sizeable arm span, and is known for his prowess with the Atlas Stones.

He holds the world records for the five Atlas stones (light set), weighing between 100 kg and 180 kg, completing them in 16.01 seconds, as well as the heaviest Manhood stone at 286 kg.

His Gladiator moniker has yet to be announced.

The show will return for season four and a fresh celebrity special next year, with father-and-son duo Bradley and Barney Walsh back as hosts.

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