Love Island Champion Joins New Celebrity SAS Contestants
Reality television star Dani Dyer-Bowen is set to join the new season of Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins. Dyer-Bowen, aged 29, gained fame as the winner of Love Island and has recently exited this year’s Strictly Come Dancing. In the upcoming series, she will face intense SAS training in North Africa.
Upcoming Series Details
The show is scheduled to air in January 2024 on Channel 4. Dyer-Bowen expressed her excitement about participating, stating, “I’m a massive fan of the show. I’ve always watched it and wondered if I could do it. I want to put myself to the test.” She aims to push herself beyond her comfort zone.
Contestant Line-up
- Dani Dyer-Bowen
- Gabby Allen (former Love Island contestant)
- Jessika Power (TV personality)
- Jack Joseph (social media star)
- Cole Anderson-James (social media star)
- Ryan Moloney (Neighbours actor)
- Natalie Bassingthwaighte (Neighbours actor)
- Ben Cohen (World Cup-winning rugby player)
- Toby Olubi (Gladiator and Olympian)
- Graeme Swann (former cricketer)
- Brad Hodge (former cricketer)
- Emily Seebohm (Olympic swimmer)
- Mack Horton (Olympic swimmer)
- Axle Whitehead (Home and Away actor and musician)
Contest Format
The eight-part series will feature two teams: Team Australia and Team UK. It is led by chief instructor Billy Billingham, alongside directing staff Jason “Foxy” Fox, Rudy Reyes, and Chris Oliver. Unlike other reality shows, participants will not be eliminated but may withdraw from the competition or be culled by the directing staff. Those who finish the course will be declared winners.
Training Challenges
According to Billingham, this season promises to be challenging and emotionally intense. He stated, “A challenge like no other, this series isn’t just a brutal personal course; their national pride is on the line.” Contestants will face unique challenges typical of North Africa, emphasizing resilience and determination.
This season of Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins aims to showcase the strength and fortitude of its participants as they navigate extreme training conditions. The exact release date is still to be announced, but fans can expect a thrilling experience starting in January.
