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Shocking mugshot of ex-TV Gladiator Shadow after he admits role in blackmail plot Jefferson King and another man, Simon Batson, 38, both admitted two charges of blackmail, in a plot that allegedly held a man hostage from 2pm until 8.30pm in Acton, west London King was "known as Shadow in Gladiators" (Image: Mirrorpix) The Daily Star's FREE newsletter is spectacular! Sign up today for the best stories straight to your inboxInvalid EmailSomething went wrong, please try again later. Sign up today! When you subscribe we will use the information you provide to send you these newsletters. Your info...

18:06 EDT, 14 April 2021 875 shares This astonishing mugshot of Shadow from ITV's Gladiator series with hollow cheeks and dead eyes has been issued by police after he admitted taking part in a drug-fuelled blackmail plot. Jefferson King had demanded £1,000 last year from a mother for the safe return of her son who was allegedly being held hostage by a gang. The former bodybuilder, who is barely recognisable from his 1990s heyday after years of drug abuse, is currently in custody awaiting sentencing at the conclusion of a trial of other alleged blackmailers. Jurors at Isleworth Crown Cour...