Jamie Bigg, the 6ft 5in, 20-stone star known as Giant on the BBC's Gladiators, is leaving the show after three series. In a social media post, Bigg said his departure 'wasn't a decision I made.' According to the Daily Mirror, Bigg said he was 'shocked and disappointed' to learn he would not return for a fourth series, shortly after he had shared plans to go public with his relationship.
Bigg linked his exit to his desire to make his relationship with his partner Taylor public. Taylor is known for her work on OnlyFans, which Bigg described to the Daily Mirror as 'just one part of what she does,' adding that she is a 'business-minded entrepreneur' who fosters dogs. According to the Daily Mirror, Bigg said that during conversations with the BBC, 'child safeguarding' was raised as a concern. He stated that he takes safeguarding 'extremely seriously, especially as a father and role model' and that he has 'always upheld the standards expected of me.'
After three incredible seasons on Gladiators, I was shocked and disappointed to learn that I wouldn’t be returning to the show for season four. This news followed shortly after I had shared plans to go public with my relationship.
A Gladiators spokesperson confirmed the departure, saying: '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 first appeared on Gladiators in 2024. He is 6 feet 5 inches tall and weighs over 20 stone.
Bigg has previously faced controversy over promoting anabolic steroids, but said he stopped using them in 2022. He was married to Katie Christian from 2014 until their divorce in December 2025, and they have two children.
My partner, Taylor, is someone I’m incredibly proud of. While she is known for her work on OnlyFans, that is just one part of what she does, a business-minded entrepreneur, someone who dedicates her time to fostering dogs and genuinely one of the kindest people I’ve ever met. Her values align closely with my own.
It remains unclear whether the BBC explicitly asked Bigg to leave due to his partner's OnlyFans work, or what specific child safeguarding concerns were raised. The BBC has not publicly responded to Bigg's allegations about the safeguarding discussions, and it is unknown if Bigg was given an ultimatum to choose between his relationship and the show.
During conversations with the BBC, ‘child safeguarding’ was raised, something I take extremely seriously, especially as a father and role model. I want to be clear that I have always upheld the standards expected of me, both professionally and personally. Being a positive role model has always been central to who I am, on and off screen. I stand by my values, and I stand by the people I love.
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.
To my Gladiator family. I want to tell you all that I won’t be coming back for season 4 of the TV show. Being a Gladiator has been one of the greatest honours of my life. Stepping into that arena, hearing the crowd, representing strength, resilience and being a role model… that’s something I’ll carry with me forever. What I do want to make clear is this wasn’t a decision I made to step away. I was faced with a choice that didn’t align with my values. And if you know me, you know this… I stand by my people and I stand by what I believe in. That’s what being a role model means to me. I’m proud of everything I gave to the show and grateful for every single person who supported me along the way. This isn’t the end. It’s just the beginning. Stay strong. Stand tall.