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Who is Barney Walsh? Meet new Gladiators host - and son of co-star Bradley - who is at the centre of a BBC nepotism row after bosses said they were 'concerned'


The BBC has become embroiled in a nepotism row after casting father and son duo Bradley and Barney Walsh to present the rebooted version of Gladiators.

Her bodybuilding journey began at the age of 18 after she discovered the sport on social media platform Instagram, and her subsequent dedication to training won her 4 x Top 3 UKBFF Placings in the Wellness Category, an invite to compete at the Arnold Classic and an IFBB Elite Pro Card by taking Gold at the English Grand Prix. Very proud of her South Asian heritage, she makes show history as the first Sikh Gladiator and wants to inspire people of all ethnic backgrounds to achieve their full potential. Giant, Fire and Legend join the previously announced Fury and Steel as part of the new generation of mighty Gladiators ready to challenge a brave set of contenders

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