Former England rugby star harassed by stalker' leaving him 'very worried'
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Former professional rugby star Alex Gray, now known as Apollo on the revamped Gladiators series, has reportedly been the victim of a stalking incident while filming in Sheffield.
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The 33-year-old, who previously played for Newcastle, London Irish, Bath, and England U20s, was allegedly harassed both on set and at his temporary accommodation.
“Alex was left very worried”
BBC bosses were quick to respond, beefing up security measures around the Utilita Arena, where filming took place, and outside the rented apartment block where the stars were staying.
A source said: "Alex was left very worried."
Gray himself told The Sun on Sunday: "There was an incident. That's as much as I can say, until something comes of it and there's action taken.
"Maybe there might not be. I'm still waiting to hear. The police are doing their thing."
Extra security on set
To ensure the safety of the cast and crew, production company Hungry Bear Media and the BBC arranged additional security during filming.
A source confirmed: "The police are investigating. No one has been arrested at this stage. On one occasion a woman was particularly threatening and it was strongly felt the matter needed reporting to the police. Alex was left very worried.
"It was decided the police should be informed as it felt like a serious case of stalking."
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