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Viewers of the BBC show Gladiators have called for one contestant to 'stop' after they made a joke. The rebooted show is back for its second series after returning to TV screens in 2024 with Bradley and Barney Walsh hosting. The BBC show sees members of the public attempt physically and mentally tough challenges while trying to beat the Gladiators.
Whilst many viewers love the contestants, some have suggested one hopeful may have made a joke that went a bit too far. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Gladiators (@bbcgladiators) BBC viewers complain after Gladiators star 'sick' joke The joke came as contestant Joe was asked by Bradley what his Gladiator name would be, as the driving instructor suggested that his brother-in-law would give him the name, "The Penetrator". Getting a mixed reaction from Bradley, Joe said that he would actually choose the Gladiator name, "The Joker.
" Will the joke from Joe get laughs from the arena audience, BBC viewers at home had mixed thoughts. There's a storm coming tonight in Gladiators..
. Are you ready to meet Cyclone? 🌪️ It's the second of the Heats as Joe from the Wirral takes on Aman from Glasgow, whilst Nikki from West Yorkshire takes on Keeva from Belfast. 🔴🔵 Watch #Gladiators at 5.
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com/5O6qBCiw0t — Gladiators (@GladiatorsTV) January 25, 2025 Taking to X, formerly known as Twitter one said: "Not sure being referred to as “The penetrator” is the flex Joe thinks it is." RECOMMENDED READING 'Gutted' Gladiators fans say 'series ruined' as star forced to pull out of show Bradley Walsh shares emotional reason he hosts Gladiators with son Barney Gladiators fans 'ready to riot' moments into new BBC series over fears of 'change' Another said: "“I’ve been called The Penetrator!” Please say less." One more BBC viewer said: "The Penetrator??? Yeah, I’m not that’s a suitable Gladiator name mate.
" While some were not a fan of the joke, others enjoyed it and wanted Joe to win: "Backing Joe this week for the male contenders.".
