Gladiators looks for new co-host

Kirsty Gallacher is leaving Gladiators after one series

TV bosses are looking for a new female co-host to replace Kirsty Gallacher for the second series of Gladiators.

The TV presenter is stepping down after one series with Ian Wright.

The entertainment show was relaunched earlier this year with 12 new Gladiators and two new hosts alongside original referee John Anderson.

Commissioning editor for entertainment at Sky 1, Steve Jones, has also confirmed that 90s Gladiator Wolf will be returning as a team manager.

After appearing in Gladiators: The Legends Return, Wolf, real name Michael Van Wijk, says he rediscovered his hunger for the show.

He said: "I was blown away by the buzz I felt competing in the Gladiators arena again.

"It was like I'd never been away. The audience was explosive and phenomenal and clearly wanted more of the Wolfman.

"John Anderson better be on top of his game - the Wolf will be watching his every move."

The 55-year-old will act as mentor to the Gladiators.

Also new for the second series of the show will be a revamped eliminator and some new Gladiators.

Sky 1 are also looking for a new set of contenders.

The closing date for applications is 12pm on Monday 15 September.

The best applicants will then be invited to go to trials in London, Birmingham, Manchester, Cardiff and Glasgow.

Last year, 20,000 people applied with 32 making it onto the programme.

Simon Wray and Anna Miller came out winners in the first series taking home £50,000 each.