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Gladiators returned to our TV screens after 20 years with two new hosts Barney Walsh and his famous dad Bradley.
BBC viewers can’t get enough of the father and son duo as reports claim the show’s first-ever episode was watched by more than six million viewers.

This isn’t the first time the duo have worked together though as ITV viewers witnessed their on-screen chemistry unfold on their hit travel show Bradley and Barney Walsh: Breaking Dad back in 2019. They also acted alongside each other ITV’s The Larkins.

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Away from his dad, Barney has made a name for himself in the showbiz world, here is everything you need to know about the star from his famous girlfriend to soap stint.

Barney’s TV roles

Barney bagged his first role on Law and Order: UK in 2013 then went on to star in well known soap Doctors in 2015. Barney has since appeared in shows like Death In Paradise, as well as Blockbuster flick King Arthur: Legend of the Sword in 2017.

Last year it was confirmed that Barney had bagged a role in BBC drama Casualty. He made his debut in April 2023 as Cameron, a nurse, joining the Emergency Department at the infamous Holby General.
Talking about the role, Barney said: “It’s been an incredible experience to join the cast of Casualty alongside Anna, Sarah, JJ and Eddie.

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“It’s a real joy to come to work every day and play Cam. I can’t wait for the viewers to meet nurse Cam as he arrives at Holby and very quickly realises he might have bitten off more than he can chew!”

Who is Barney’s mum and does he have siblings?

Barney’s mum is choreographer Donna Derby. The former professional dancer appeared in a music video for Robert Palmer’s hit, Simply Irresistible. Barney also has a step sister Hayley from his dads previous relationship Bradley had with ex partner Debby Darker.

Is Barney Walsh married?

Barney is said to be in a relationship with Puerto Rican musician and model Stephanie Del Valle Diaz. The couple met while taking part in charity events as part of the Miss World Beauty With A Purpose initiative.

The couple like to keep their relationship away from the spotlight as they have not been photographed together recently but with both stars sharing little of their personal lives on social media.