Prepare for a clash of titans, not on the Gladiators arena, but amidst the rubble and plaster dust of a fixer-upper. Homes Under the Hammer welcomes former Gladiator Steel, now trading his pugil sticks for power tools, in a celebrity special set to air Tuesday, December 10. Teaming up with series regular and footballing legend Dion Dublin, Steel will attempt to conquer an end-of-terrace property in Newcastle-under-Lyme, proving that his talents extend beyond athletic feats of strength.
While Steel grapples with the intricacies of home renovation, presenter Martin Roberts ventures to Redruth, Cornwall, to inspect a granite-built period property. This juxtaposition of brawn versus bricks-and-mortar expertise offers a compelling dynamic. Will Steel’s competitive spirit translate into a triumphant transformation, or will he find himself overwhelmed by the demands of DIY?
Adding a touch of nostalgia for longtime viewers, the episode incorporates archive footage of Dion Dublin receiving a makeover at a Rochdale barbershop. This unexpected blast from the past suggests the episode will deliver the familiar Homes Under the Hammer charm, punctuated by Steel’s celebrity presence.
This special episode airs Tuesday, December 10, 2024, at 11:15 AM on BBC One.
