Ryan Moloney’s Harrowing Health Scare: A Close Call on Celebrity SAS

Ryan Moloney’s Health Crisis During Celebrity SAS Filming

Ryan Moloney, beloved for his role in Neighbours, recently opened up about a terrifying health scare that occurred during the filming of Channel 4’s reality series, Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins, in North Africa. In an exclusive interview with HELLO!, the 46-year-old actor revealed that he was diagnosed with a hernia just weeks after wrapping up filming.

A Shocking Discovery

Moloney shared that doctors discovered a “giant hole” in his stomach, with part of his stomach contents pushed up beneath his left lung. This condition, known as a hiatal hernia, happens when part of the stomach bulges into the chest cavity. Medical professionals emphasized the seriousness of his condition, stating that he was lucky to have avoided complications during the physically grueling show.

“The doctors were clear that I needed surgery right away,” Moloney recounted. “They stressed how fortunate I was that nothing disastrous happened during the filming, as such conditions can lead to severe complications.”

Support from Co-Stars

Dani Dyer, a fellow contestant on the show, backed up Moloney’s account, describing the situation as “awful.” The revelation of Moloney’s health scare has highlighted the physical and mental strain that such intense reality shows can put on participants.

Motivations for Joining Celebrity SAS

Moloney’s decision to join Celebrity SAS was fueled by a desire for self-discovery and personal challenge. “It’s a once-in-a-lifetime experience,” he explained. “The show offers a unique chance to push yourself to the limits and uncover hidden strengths and weaknesses.”

Leadership and Frustration

During his time on the show, Moloney took on a leadership role, encouraging his fellow contestants to stick to the strict rules set by Chief Instructor Billy Billingham MBE and his team. He emphasized the importance of teamwork and following guidelines to avoid penalties and potential elimination.

“I wanted everyone to perform at their best and endure the challenges for as long as possible,” Moloney stated. “However, I often felt frustrated because I felt like I was supporting everyone else, but there wasn’t much reciprocity.”

About Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins

The new eight-part series, filmed in North Africa, features 14 British and Australian celebrities undergoing a condensed version of SAS selection. The contestants are divided into Team UK and Team Australia, facing grueling physical and mental challenges led by Chief Instructor Billy Billingham MBE and his team.

For more information, visit the official Channel 4 website.

Meet the Contestants

Joining Moloney in this year’s lineup are TV personalities Dani Dyer, Gabby Allen, and Jessika Power; social media stars Jack Joseph and Cole Anderson-James; Home and Away star Axle Whitehead; Neighbours actors Ryan Moloney and Natalie Bassingthwaite; rugby player Ben Cohen; Gladiator and Olympian Toby Olubi; international cricketers Graeme Swann and Brad Hodge; and Olympic swimmers Emily Seebohm and Mack Horton.

The series is available to stream and watch live on Sundays and Mondays at 9 pm, starting from January 4th on Channel 4.