Tom Daley gave Clare Balding a cheeky nudge and told her to “watch out” for her job in a playful twist on the new BBC series, Celebrity Traitors! The diving legend, now exploring a TV career, once joked about vying for Balding’s Olympic hosting role. His comment came back in 2021, just before he took home gold at the Tokyo Olympics. It seems Daley’s TV dreams are back in the spotlight alongside his former Olympic rival and seasoned presenter, Clare Balding.
Daley first hit the Olympic scene as Britain’s youngest participant at just 14 in Beijing 2008. By the Tokyo 2020 Games, he finally captured gold, adding to his impressive haul of five Olympic medals before retiring after Paris 2024 with a silver to his name. His extraordinary career also includes multiple World Championships and Commonwealth titles.
Now at 31, Tom’s ready to dive into television. While he may not have snagged top broadcasting gigs just yet, he’s off to a thrilling start on Celebrity Traitors. Hosted by Claudia Winkleman, the show includes celebs like Stephen Fry, Alan Carr, and Kate Garraway. They’re split into secret Traitors and Faithfuls, competing for a £100,000 charity prize.
As Daley trades his trunks for the TV limelight on this exciting series, his earlier ambition to follow in Balding’s footsteps is closer than ever. With his competitive edge and charm, it’s just the beginning of Tom’s next big adventure. Don’t miss any of the action as these stars battle it out under intense pressure! 🌟📺
Catch Celebrity Traitors for more star-studded drama!