Viewers of the BBC’sCelebrity Race Across the Worldwere stunned to discover the true age of actor Dylan Llewellyn, a revelation that sparked disbelief across social media.
Llewellyn, beloved for his roles as the endearingly awkward James inDerry Girlsand a relatable university student inBig Boys, has consistently portrayed characters much younger than his actual years.
The reality show, which follows celebrity pairs racing across Central America, offered a new, intimate glimpse into the actor’s life, prompting fans to question their long-held assumptions.
“Dylan is 33?!?” one fan exclaimed on social media, a sentiment widely echoed by others who believed he appeared significantly younger, some estimating his age to be as low as seventeen.
The shock surrounding his age was quickly overshadowed by a deeply moving moment where Llewellyn bravely opened up about a profound personal loss.
He shared the heartbreaking story of his brother, James, who tragically took his own life at the age of twenty, a loss that continues to resonate deeply with both him and his mother.
Fighting back tears, Llewellyn expressed a poignant wish that his brother could be experiencing the adventure alongside him, a journey James would have undoubtedly cherished.
He explained that participating in the race felt like a tribute to James and a way to share an experience his mother could have had with her son.
The emotional vulnerability displayed by Llewellyn resonated powerfully with viewers, transforming the competition into a deeply human story of grief, remembrance, and the enduring bond between a mother and son.
The journey, already physically demanding, became profoundly emotional as Llewellyn navigated the race while carrying the weight of his brother’s memory.
Alongside fellow competitors – broadcaster Anita Rani and her father, presenting duo Molly Rainford and Tyler West, and broadcaster Roman Kemp and his sister – Llewellyn’s story added a layer of raw honesty to the already challenging competition.
