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Gladiator Giant claims he was axed from BBC show over girlfriend's job

Gladiators star Jamie Bigg, known as Giant, has left the BBC show following the end of this series. Bigg announced the news on his Instagram page on Friday, saying being a Gladiator had been "one of the greatest honours of my life". In a further statement, Bigg, from Ilkeston, Derbyshire, said: "I made it clear that I was planning to go public with my relationship, including the fact my partner works as an OnlyFans creator, and shortly after that I was told I wouldn't be continuing on Gladiators." 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." OnlyFans is an online platform where creators can charge subscribers to view their videos and photos. It includes a range of content from cooking to fitness videos, but is best known for featuring adult content. Bigg said: "[Being told I wouldn't be continuing on Gladiators] wasn't something I expected, especially given the commitment I've shown to the role. "I've always taken being in the public eye seriously, and I believe being a role model is about honesty as well as professionalism. "For me

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Gladiator Giant claims he was axed from BBC show over girlfriend's job

Gladiators star Jamie Bigg, known as Giant, has left the BBC show following the end of this series. Bigg announced the news on his Instagram page on Friday, saying being a Gladiator had been "one of the greatest honours of my life". In a…

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Gladiator Giant claims he was axed from BBC show over girlfriend's job

Gladiators star Jamie Bigg, known as Giant, has left the BBC show following the end of this series. Bigg announced the news on his Instagram page on Friday, saying being a Gladiator had been "one of the greatest honours…

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