Who replaced Ollie Ollerton on SAS?

The new season will also welcome new DS, Melvyn Downes, who is taking over from departing officer Ollie Ollerton. Meanwhile, Jason 'Foxy' Fox and Mark 'Billy' Billingham will be making a comeback for the 2021 show, as will Chief Officer Ant Middleton.

Who replaced Ollie Ollerton?

The drill instructors will be joined by former soldier Melvyn Downes who will be making his debut as a replacement for Ollie Ollerton and is the first mixed-race officer on the show.

Why did Matthew Ollerton leave SAS?

They said: "Our decision not to renew Ant Middleton's contract and not to work with him again was solely based on his personal conduct off-camera and is not related to his on-screen persona as a DS. "SAS: Who Dares Wins will continue to be as tough as it's ever been."

Who is the new guy in SAS?

SAS: Who Dares Wins returns to Channel 4 on Sunday night with two new instructors in charge. Chief Instructor Rudy Reyes and DS Remi Adeleke will join long-standing team members Billy Billingham and Jason 'Foxy' Fox for the series, taking the place of ex-chief instructor Ant Middleton.

Which instructor left SAS: Who Dares Wins?

In March 2021, Channel 4 announced that Ant Middleton would not be returning to SAS: Who Dares Wins. The channel confirmed that he had been removed from his role as both Chief Instructor and presenter.

When did Billy Billingham leave the SAS?

ABOUT BILLY

Mark joined the Parachute Regiment in 1983 and served until 1991 holding an array of positions including: Patrol Commander for operational tours in many worldwide locations and also served as a training instructor for the Regiments as a military specialist.

How old is Remi from SAS?

The 44-year-old also has a huge amount of special forces experience, having joined the Royal Marines aged just 16. He served in the marines for 20 years before, like Middleton, becoming a member of the Special Boat Service. His missions included everything from counter-terrorism to hostage rescue.

Why did ant leave SAS?

Why was Ant Middleton let go from the show? Ant was let go from the programme after being slammed for several social media posts. In the posts, he downplayed the seriousness of the coronavirus pandemic. He also criticised people for taking part in Black Lives Matters protests.

Why did Foxy leave SAS?

The former Special Forces soldier was axed from Channel 4 due to his 'personal conduct' which came after some controversial comments made in relation to the Black Lives Matter movement and Covid-19.

Who has replaced Ant Middleton in SAS?

Ant Middleton has been replaced by former US Marine Rudy Reyes on the upcoming season. SAS: Who Dares Wins star Mark 'Billy' Billingham has spoken about the show replacing former Chief Instructor Ant Middleton for the upcoming run, saying that "it's sometimes good to change things up".

Why was Ollie Ollerton sacked from SAS: Who Dares Wins?

But Ollie, who last year was dropped from the series amid a Channel 4 diversity drive, accused the broadcaster of using their "heritage" to make great TV while failing to back veterans.

Who's been sacked from SAS?

Former British soldier turned television presenter Ant Middleton has been dropped by the UK's Channel 4 after criticism over comments he made about COVID-19 and the Black Lives Matter movement.

Was Ollie Ollerton sacked?

'Disappointed and shocked': SAS Australia instructor Ollie Ollerton was SACKED from the UK version of the show two months ago as part of a 'diversity drive' - and Ant Middleton threatened to leave with him.

Has Jay Morton left SAS?

O llie Ollerton and Jay Morton are both exiting Channel 4's SAS: Who Dares Wins. The show, which pushes recruits to their mental and physical limits in a series of gruelling military-style tests, will continue without Ollerton and Morton as part of the instructor line-up. Ant Middleton will remain in the cast.

What happened to the DS on SAS?

Dean Stott – DS

His military career was ended by a parachuting accident in 2011.

Are Ant Middleton and Foxy friends?

Asked if he and Ant were still in contact and friendly, Foxy, 45, said: “We're always in contact, but I haven't spoken to him for a long time – we're busy doing everything else – he's over in Australia, while we're over here doing this one.” Asked if the show lacks something with Ant gone, he added: “No, not at all.

Does Jason Fox have a child?

Jason and Lucy welcomed their daughter Honor in June 2012.

What does Jason Fox do now?

JASON Fox is best known for hosting Channel 4's SAS: Who Dares Wins. The former Special Forces agent is now getting his own Channel 4 show.

Why is Ant Middleton not in SAS series 7?

Ant Middleton was dropped by Channel 4 after making controversial comments about the Black Lives Matter movement. Season seven of SAS: Who Dares Wins will see 20 new recruits put through their paces in a brutal two-week bootcamp that will test their mental and physical strength.

Why is Ant Middleton not on SAS any more?

The former soldier has hit back at claims of his 'personal conduct' following the claims about being “inappropriate". As well as denying he was ever inappropriate and adding that he had never been made aware of complaints, he also said he decided to leave the network due to “the woke patrol”.

Who is Dilksy SAS?

Alexandra Burke has playfully admitted to flirting her way to the final of Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Win. The 33-year-old singer, who was one of the three winners of this year's series, used her feminine charm to win over strict instructors, in particular Iraq war veteran Melvyn Downes, aka Dilksy.

Where is Rudy in SAS from?

Everything you need to know about SAS star Rudy Reyes – from Iraq War to TV career. A new series of SAS: Who Dares Wins graced televisions in April this year.

Was Ollie Ollerton in the SAS?

Matthew 'Ollie' Ollerton, was a pupil at Abbot Beyne School until he joined the Royal Marines in 1989, aged 18. He went on to join the elite Special Air Service (SAS).