The Miz to host ‘American Gladiators’ reboot on Amazon

The Miz is hosting American Gladiators.

It was announced during Amazon’s upfronts that Mike Mizanin will be the new host of the latest reboot of the popular 90s television series.

“We’re excited to officially welcome WWE Superstar Mike ‘The Miz’ Mizanin to the American Gladiators Family. He’s the perfect host for the new era of this iconic franchise,” said Barry Poznick, general manager of MGM Alternative, Evolution Media and Big Fish Entertainment. “The U.S. reboot, combined with our epic success in the U.K., our Live Nation Tour and the launch of our 24/7 Gladiators FAST channel — this isn’t just a comeback, it’s a cultural revival. Fans, old and new, are going to love this evolution in sports entertainment.”

The new cast will comprise of bodybuilders, division one athletes, crossfit champions and fitness trainers. It will also feature new and returning challenges including “Gauntlet”, “Hang Tough”, and “The Eliminator.”

The original version of American Gladiators aired in syndication from 1989 through 1996. A reboot on NBC aired for two seasons starting in 2008 with Hulk Hogan and Laila Ali as co-hosts.

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