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Inside the life of Gladiators star Electro

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Including when the show will return
Including when the show will return

GLADIATORS will be coming back to our screens soon and there will be an all-new cast.

One of those new Gladiators will be Jade Packer known as Electro. 

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Who is Jade Packer? 

Jade is an online fitness coach and is proficient in multiple sports and fitness disciplines.   

Her high-achieving abilities saw a young Jade being ranked amongst the top 10 fastest runners for 150metres at only 12 years old. 

She went on to race for titles at various championships over both the 100m and 200m. 

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Speaking of how she hopes her character can inspire others, Jade said: "I hope Electro can spark an unstoppable pursuit for a new generation of athletes.

"I'm ready to light up the arena with a different kind of energy." 

Alongside sprinting and bodybuilding, Jade is a big fan of CrossFit which has helped hone her skills and reach her true “athletic potential”.   

She also works as a sports model.   

When did Jade Packer start bodybuilding?   

Jade became interested in bodybuilding when she was a teenager.

She was initially introduced to it on Instagram and quickly became obsessed.

The then 18-year-old took to it like a duck to water and has competed in a number of bodybuilding titles since.

Does Jade Packer have Instagram?  

Jade’s Instagram handle is @electro_thegladiator, where she describes herself as "a quick, electrifying, unstoppable force".

The sports star has regularly posts on her personal page @jade_packer and describes herself as an athlete and model having a passion for fitness and fashion. 

When she’s not competing for prestigious athletic titles, Jade also enjoys attending raves. 

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What bodybuilder competitions has Jade Packer won? 

The natural competitor became an instant hit in the bodybuilding world. 

She went on to represent the UK in Madrid and Barcelona throughout her two seasons.   

Her fighting spirit and hardcore training saw Jade win 4 x Top 3 UKBFF Placings in the Wellness Category, an invite to compete at the Arnold Classic and an IFBB Elite Pro Card by taking Gold at the English Grand Prix.

The Gladiators reboot will shoot at Sheffield's Utilita Arena in June 2023.

What is Jade Packer's star sign?

Jade was born on May 19, 1998, making her star sign Taurus.

Taurus is represented by the bull and is the second astrological sign in the modern zodiac.

It is an earth sign, with Taureans most compatible with Cancer, Capricorn and Pisces.

When is Gladiators returning and how can I watch?

Gladiators will be back on TV on Saturday, January 13, 2024.

The series will air on BBC One and will be available to watch after on BBC iPlayer.

A whole host of new gladiators will join the line-up alongside Bradley and Barney Walsh on hosting duties.

Jessica Knibbs

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