Production on Wipeout was paused following the incident, and it's not clear how the contestant's passing will affect the series moving forward. This'll be a hosting experience unlike anything I've ever done! I can't wait to get started in rooting for our contestants!" "The power of Wipeout is its ability to gather people of all backgrounds for fast paced, physical FUN! I look forward to seeing fan responses both new and existing. "I couldn't be more excited for what's in store for this radically absurd show that has its own fair share of legendary faceplants." Cena also said of his role. Pretending to be in the middle of an intense workout, Cena then lifts a red ball with the Wipeout logo on the front, feigning exertion before slamming the ball down. Since then, Wagner has starred in several made-for-television films for the Hallmark Channel and Hallmark Movies & Mysteries. She was the on-field host for the ABC game show Wipeout from 2008 to 2014. Now, TBS has revived the classic with a few more safety precautions and two new hosts. ET Fans of the show Wipeout will recall its original format of chaos and epic fails, with seven seasons of mud, guts, and glory. At the time, Cena announced his involvement in a video posted online revealing his "training" to become a host for the show. Jill Suzanne Wagner 1 (born Janu2 3 4) is an American actress and television personality. New 'Wipeout' Hosts Nicole Byer and John Cena Add More Laughs to the Reboot By Anna Garrison Apr. For the new version, John Cena, Nicole Byer, and Caille Kostek were tapped as the new hosts. During its run on ABC, the show was hosted by John Henson and John Anderson with Jill Wagner serving as the on-location reporter.Įarlier this year, it was announced that TBS was reviving Wipeout with plans to debut the reboot in 2021. The course is known for bringing its contestants to total exhaustion, but a grand prize of $50,000 was always waiting for the winner of the competition. The reality competition series is billed as featuring the "World's Largest" obstacle course with contestants competing through multiple rounds until a final winner is decided. Wipeout originally aired on ABC between 2008 to 2014. John Henson JohnHenson Host of Food Networks Halloween Baking Championship, ABCs Wipeout, Es Talk Soup & a couple other shows no one watched. Each Wipeout contestant is also required to undergo medical exams before participating.
A safety producer and paramedic coordinator were also present. In addition to having two paramedics on-site, other safeguards and precautions had been put into place for the production.
After receiving a cardiac arrest call, first responders arrived at the scene soon after, at which point the man was transported to the hospital where he later died. The on-site medical staff tended to the contestant while awaiting paramedics, with TMZ reporting that the medics had already begun using a defibrillator on the man. In another statement, production company Endemol Shine added, "We offer our heartfelt condolences to the family and our thoughts are with them at this time."Īccording to sources close to the situation, the man had just successfully completed the course when he requested medical attention due to chest pains.
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