Jamie Bigg, the 6-foot-5-inch Gladiator known as Giant, has announced he will not return for the fourth season of the BBC show. In a social media post, Bigg said his departure 'wasn't a decision I made' and that he was 'faced with a choice that didn't align with my values.' He first appeared on Gladiators in 2024.
According to the Daily Mirror, Bigg linked his exit to his desire to make his relationship with his partner Taylor public. Taylor is known for her work on OnlyFans. During conversations with the BBC, 'child safeguarding' was raised, Bigg told the newspaper. He said he takes the issue seriously as a father and role model and that he has always upheld expected standards.
After three formidable series, Giant is leaving Gladiators. We'd like to thank him for everything he has contributed to the show and wish him well for the future.
A Gladiators spokesperson said: 'After three formidable series, Giant is leaving Gladiators. We'd like to thank him for everything he has contributed to the show and wish him well for the future.' Bigg, who has 52cm biceps and weighs over 20 stone, has been a prominent figure on the show.
Bigg said he stopped using anabolic steroids in 2022 and no longer advocates their use. He was married to Katie Christian since 2014 and they have two children. Bigg was also diagnosed with ADHD. The exact circumstances of his departure remain unclear, including whether the BBC explicitly asked him to leave due to his partner's OnlyFans work or if the decision was mutual.