Alexander Aristides Reid (born 21 July 1975) is an English former mixed martial artist (MMA), fighting under Bellator, BAMMA and Cage Rage.He is also an actor, having been in Hollyoaks and making an appearance in Drifters. Reid was the winner of Channel 4's 7th and final series of Celebrity Big Brother in 2010.
Early life
Reid was born in Aldershot, Hampshire, where he attended the Connaught School. His father was a paratrooper and his mother was a homemaker. He is the youngest of six siblings.
Career
Acting
Alex Reid (left) with Derek Chisora in 2011
Reid played Jason Cunliffe in the Channel 4 soap-opera Hollyoaks in 2001.[5] He appeared in the comedy series My Hero in 2002.He also appeared in...