Gladiators Legend Matt Morsia: Pursuing His Dream at Any Age
Matt Morsia, known as “Legend” from the popular show Gladiators, is making waves once again. He is a contestant on the special festive edition of Celebrity Apprentice, hosted by Lord Alan Sugar. This unique challenge will see Morsia and 11 other celebrities compete to create the best gingerbread biscuits for charity, specifically Children In Need.
Celebrity Apprentice Challenge Details
The Christmas special of Celebrity Apprentice is set to feature a diverse group of renowned faces who have flown to Lapland. Their tasks include:
- Cooking gingerbread biscuits.
- Developing branding strategies.
- Creating a catchy jingle for advertising.
This year’s competition promises to be one of the toughest yet, with celebrities vying for a chance to impress Lord Sugar.
Matt Morsia: A Talented Athlete and Content Creator
Matt Morsia, aged 39, brings a wealth of experience to the competition. In the realm of athletics, he is a former bronze medalist in long jump and triple jump, and a silver medalist in powerlifting. He stands tall at 6 feet 1 inch (1.85m) and boasts an impressive bicep measurement of 40 cm.
In addition to his athletic accomplishments, Morsia has cultivated a successful career as a fitness YouTuber. He has over 1.1 million followers on Instagram and runs his own fitness business and app called Morsia.
A Lifelong Dream Realized
Morsia’s journey as a Gladiator began in season one of the rebooted competition. He expressed his lifelong ambition to be a Gladiator since childhood, having watched the original series. This opportunity is not just about competition for him—it’s a personal dream come true.
Challenges and Triumphs
This year, Morsia faced significant setbacks, including a severe bicep injury while filming Gladiators. The injury occurred during a challenge, where his bicep was “clean off the bone.” He spent two weeks in the hospital and lost over two stone (15kg) during recovery due to complications.
Despite these challenges, his determination remains unwavering. Morsia aims to showcase a different side of himself on Celebrity Apprentice, revealing his business acumen and creative skills.
Fans are eager to see how Matt Morsia, the Gladiators’ Legend, will perform on Celebrity Apprentice. The show airs on BBC One and BBC iPlayer on December 29 and 30 at 9 PM, promising an intriguing blend of competition and entertainment.
