Jordan’s cage fighting boyfriend Alex Reid has auditioned to play a doctor in BBC’s Holby City.

The People report that Alex is hoping to make use of his new high profile and move into a prominent TV role.

A pal told the newspaper: “Unknown fighters came out of the woodwork saying they wanted to give Jordan’s fella a kicking. Alex found it frustrating and now has his sights set on acting.” The ex-paratrooper, dumped by Katie on live TV, had a part in Hollyoaks. The friend said: “Alex has always dreamt of being a successful actor. He really wants to be a household name.”

Ladies and Gentlemen, in the words of pop darling Cheryl Cole, “If anything is worth having, it’s sure enough worth fighting for…”

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