What happened to Nitro, the star of American Gladiators? Dan Clark, who played Nitro on “American Gladiators”, captured the hearts and minds of fans during his tenure from 1989 to 1993.
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Who is Nitro?
Nitro, the popular wrestling star who also went by Danny Lee had left the show because of a disagreement about merchandise. To the delight of his fans, Nitro made a grand comeback for Season Six, showing off his wrestling prowess before retiring from the ring.
Nitro’s involvement in the show did not end there. He took over Lisa Malosky as color commentator in the Seventh Season.
Nitro decided to part ways temporarily with the show after the merchandising disagreement. The dispute was likely over branding, production or sales of merchandise related to Nitro’s wrestler persona. In the entertainment industry, individuals and companies frequently negotiate terms of partnerships including revenue sharing, intellectual property rights, and other issues.
Nitro’s absence was only temporary. Season Six brought him back to the ring, where his charismatic personality and high-flying stunts had once captured audiences.
Fans were thrilled by the news and eagerly anticipated his electrifying performance and signature moves. Nitro’s return brought new energy to the show. It revitalized its appeal and reignited the passion of wrestling fans.
What happened to Nitro from American Gladiators?
Nitro, the popular wrestler had left the show because of a disagreement about merchandise. To the delight of his fans, Nitro made a grand comeback for Season Six, showing off his wrestling prowess before retiring from the ring.
Nitro’s involvement in the show did not end there. He took over Lisa Malosky as color commentator in the Seventh Season.
Nitro decided to part ways temporarily with the show after the merchandising disagreement. The dispute was likely over branding, production or sales of merchandise related to Nitro’s wrestler persona. In the entertainment industry, individuals and companies frequently negotiate terms of partnerships including revenue sharing, intellectual property rights, and other issues.
Where are the American Gladiators now?
American Gladiators with its iconic names such as Nitro, Laser and Blaze captured the hearts of everyone who watched. The show began in 1989, and ran for seven seasons. It was finally retired in 1996. The show’s premise, which was simple yet compelling, involved everyday individuals known as amateur athletes competing against self-proclaimed Gladiators in a series thrilling challenges that tested agility and strength.
Nitro (Dan Clark)
Dan Clark (also known as Nitro) was a star of American Gladiators between 1989 and 1992. He returned triumphantly for the 1994-1995 seasons. He is now a motivational keynote speaker who tours the country, inspiring people to live life to the fullest and without regret. Clark, who was a professional footballer, has written two memoirs: “F Dying” (his first) and “Gladiator.”
Laser (Jim Starr)
Laser was a major force in American Gladiators for all seven seasons. He gained a lot of popularity. Jim Starr is his name outside of the show. His success has continued to grow even after the show’s conclusion.
Laser has remained heavily involved in the fitness sector, holding roles like the former Director of Product Development for 24 Hour Fitness or founding the Sports Nutrition Consulting Group. He is currently the director of product at The Grind, a prestigious outdoor sporting goods company.
Blaze (Sha-Ri Pendleton-Mitchell)
Sha-Ri Penndleton-Mitchell (also known as Blaze) blazed through American Gladiators from 1989 to 1992. She was a former hurdler, triple jumper and University of Nebraska athlete before she sustained a career-ending accident.
Gemini (Michael Horton)
Michael Horton’s portrayal of Gemini on American Gladiators garnered him a loyal fan base. As revealed in “30 for 30,” his popularity caused him to face challenges behind the scenes.
Horton was determined to make his fans happy and would spend hours signing autographs. Both of his sons pursued careers in football, Wes Horton previously playing for the Carolina Panthers.
Ice (Lori Fetrick)
Ice was the Gladiators’ epitome for coolness, and hence her name. She continued to embrace her persona after the show and launched a podcast entitled “Chillin’ with Ice.” The podcast explores the backstage aspects of the iconic show from the ’90s. It gives an inside look at the challenges, motivations and triumphs that the Gladiators faced. Fetrick invites Gladiators to be guests on the podcast, which is a must for Gladiators fans.
Malibu (Deron McBee)
Deron McBee (aka Malibu) suffered one of the most serious injuries on American Gladiators when a stuntman fell onto him. McBee showed remarkable resilience despite suffering a broken vertebrae, two blown out knees and herniated disks.
After his tenure as Gladiator he landed small roles in films such as “Batman Forever”, “Mortal Kombat: Annihilation” and others. He hosted “The Issues of Life” until December 2020. The podcast explored life issues, current events, and addiction recovery from a religious perspective.
Sabre (Lynn “Red” Williams)
Lynn “Red” Williams (known as Sabre by his fans) made an appearance in “Mortal Kombat Annihilation” as the intimidating Jax. Casting for this role was unquestionably right.
Dallas (Shannon Hall)
Shannon Hall joined American Gladiators as a member in 1994. She was given the nickname Dallas because there were no other names for her and it reflected where she lived.
Her entrance on the show was a series impressive backflips that left audiences stunned. Hall’s life after the Glaadiators was dominated by boxing. She almost became a WWE Diva. She eventually opened a gym called Gladiator arenal in Florida, but she has now transitioned to become an MMA coach, as shown on her Instagram page.
American Gladiators
American Gladiators is a popular television competition program that was broadcast in syndication every week from September 1989 until May 1996. The show pitted amateur athletes and a team made up of “gladiators”, in a series challenges that tested strength and agility. The success of American Gladiators led to similar shows being produced in other countries.
Flor-Jon Films, Inc., and The Samuel Goldwyn Co., granted a license in 1993 to Chariot Entertainment, with the intent of launching an American Gladiators live show on the famed Las Vegas Strip. This ambitious plan was stymied when the president Chariot fell victim to a securities fraud investigation that had nothing to do with Flor-Jon Films, The Samuel Goldwyn Co. or Flor-Jon Films.