As it turns out, Paul from The Traitors once hosted his own TV show.
The 36-year-old CEO appears as a traitor in the current BBC series as fans brand him “evil” with underhanded dealings.
Now it's been revealed that Paul began his long media career back in 2011 as the frontman of Quest for the Backflip on the Extreme Sports Channel.
The show followed the amateur athlete as he attempted to master the art of the backflip on his BMX bike.
This comes amid revelations that the reality star had previously appeared on Deal Or No Deal, where he won a 10p prize.
It was revealed that Paul once hosted his own TV show
Now it's been revealed that Paul began his long media career back in 2011 as the frontman of Quest for the Backflip on the Extreme Sports Channel (pictured on Deal Or No Deal).
The official synopsis for “Quest for the Backflips” states: “Paul Gorton was once an avid rider who had to park his bike due to work and school commitments.”
“Seven years later, Paul is a media representative who hasn't touched a BMX since.” Before giving up his riding career, Paul had a list of tricks that he slowly ticked off as he completed them. The backflip was next on the list when his wheels stopped turning, and he's lived with that one regret ever since.
“In the summer of 2011, Paul will set foot on a BMX for the first time in seven years and try to cross this last trick off his bucket list. From exploring horseback riding to relearning old favorite tricks to finding his feet and settling into the equestrian scene, this will be an unusual adventure for someone revisiting a beautiful past long forgotten.
“A personal journey, hopefully a triumph over regret. We will capture everything from the day Paul buys his new bike to the final day of make or break.”
Paul is also a regular guest on comedian Joe Wilkinson's Chatabix podcast, which he co-hosts with fellow comedian David Earl.
A clip of an episode was shared on TikTok showing Paul being told about the BBC series for the first time after its premiere in 2022 and being asked to apply after claiming he would win the show.
The TV contestant, who took to X (formerly known as Twitter), has been branded “evil” by viewers as his evil deeds continue to go unnoticed on the show.
Paul is also a regular guest on comedian Joe Wilkinson's Chatabix podcast, which he co-hosts with fellow comedian David Earl.
The TV contestant, who took to X (formerly known as Twitter), has been branded “evil” by viewers as his evil deeds continue to go unnoticed on the show
It happened when Paul's “villain origin story” came to light when fans realized he had appeared on Deal Or No Deal.
When he appeared on the show, then hosted by Noel Edmunds, things didn't go well for him as he lost a large cash prize.
A clip shared on social media shows Paul opening the final box of the game with just 10p left.
In the clip, Noel says: “At first I had no influence on you choosing that box and now I'm involved in whether you go or not… oh for heaven's sake.”
As Noel gets closer the box opens and he says “Let's take a look, this is what you have now.” 10p! Say it until the end, don't you?'
Paul was branded the new “Nasty Nick” of reality TV when he found himself in the firing line on Thursday's episode of The Traitors
Viewers believe Paul could replace big brother “Nasty Nick” Bateman, who became known for pitting his housemates against each other
He then looks disappointed at the result as the crowd expresses their frustration.
Many fans believe this was the start of Paul's villain persona, with one writing in response: “Paul from #TheTraitors had deal or no deal and won 10p. “No wonder he's evil.”
Another was simply written: “The origin story of the villain.”
Paul was branded the new “Nasty Nick” of reality TV when he found himself in the firing line on Thursday's episode of The Traitors.
The viewer took to
After Ash's banishment, Meg and Paul were at risk of being murdered by the traitors after being the remaining candidates condemned in the dungeons.
The Traitors continues on Friday at 9pm on BBC One.