The Amazing Race Australia returns on October 4, 2023, but this season’s competition features a special ‘celebrity edition’ who have chosen to race for charity.
Arguably one of the biggest race around the world has recruited a bunch of stars freshly taken away from their luxurious lives to sweat, panic and compete for a pretty prize.
Beau Ryan is returning as host in 2023.
(Image: Instagram)The Amazing Race Australia: Celebrity Edition will see long-serving host Beau Ryan return to take 11 teams of celebrities across the globe.
This season’s prize money is $100,000 for their charity of choice, but also bragging rights – of course.
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So who are the celebrities competing in The Amazing Race Australia: Celebrity Edition 2023? Continue scrolling for more details.
Peter Rowsthorn and Frankie Rowsthorn
Peter Rowsthorn and Frankie Rowsthorn
Aussie comedian, most recognised for his role on Kath & Kim, Peter will be joined by his daughter Frankie who both think their humour will buy them some “good alliances.”
“I’m looking forward to the adventure and not knowing what we’re going to do every day,” Peter added, “It’s incredible. I’m excited about the mystery.”
In honour of Peter’s grandson who suffers from autism, the two are racing on behalf of All Stars for Autism.
Jana Pittman and Cornelis Rawlinson
Jana Pittman and Cornelis Rawlinson
Former Olympic athlete Jana hopes The Amazing Race will offer some quality time with her son, Cornelis. As the eldest of six children, Jana admitted he hasn’t experienced a lot of “mummy time” over the past few years.
This mother-son duo are competing on behalf of the Royal Hospital for Women, where Jana works.
“It’s the only women’s hospital in NSW which dedicates medical treatment to women and newborn babies,” she said
Ben Gillies and Jackie Gillies
Ben Gillies and Jackie Gillies
Ex-Silverchair drummer Ben will be joined by his wife and television personality Jackie for one of their biggest adventures yet.
“I feel like the essence of the show is that it forces you to live in the moment and be present and it will unfold in front of you,” Ben said.
The couple are racing on behalf of the Moira Kelly Creating Hope Foundation, an organisation which provides support for children and displaced women.
Harry Jowsey and Teddy Briggs
Harry Jowsey and Teddy Briggs
Competing in The Amazing Race after starring in reality television is a big jump, even best friends Harry and Teddy know that.
Between Harry who described themselves as “hopeless idiots” and Teddy who couldn’t “guarantee” they would be any good at competing, we cannot wait to watch this duo.
The boys are competing on behalf of Beyond Blue which is a mental health and wellbeing support organisation,
George Mladenov and Pamela Mladenov
George Mladenov and Pamela Mladenov
George impressed the globe while competing on Australian Survivor: Heroes v Villains and now he is ready for a new challenge with his sister, Pamela.
And in normal brother and sister fashion, Pamela promises fans can expect “tantrums, drama and meltdowns” from them.
The duo are competing on behalf of the Bankstown Women’s Health Centre which helps vulnerable women in the community with “preventative work in domestic violence.”
**Emma Watkins and Hayley Watkins
Emma Watkins and Hayley Watkins
Former Wiggle, Emma cannot wait to spend more time with her sister Hayley. The Masked Singer star confessed the race felt like the first time they’ve been together since school camp.
“Our charity is the Leonie Jackson Memorial Fund,” Emma revealed.
“Which is a spinoff from Deaf Connect, and it really is about supporting and accessing information for deaf and hard-of-hearing children. It provides services and education systems for bilingual education.”
Darren McMullen and Tristan Dougan
Darren McMullen and Tristan Dougan
Actor and television host Darren has an interesting strategy for the race, while he will be featuring as “the brains” of the operation his poor nephew Tristan will be putting his body and mind on the line.
“I’m going to sit down and eat pasta and drink lots of red wine and tell [Tristan] what to do. If there’s any kind of eating weird foods, he’s going to be doing that. If there’s anything that requires a lot of fitness and exertion, he’s going to be doing that,” Darren said.
The duo are racing on behalf of Feel the Magic, an organisation which cares for children who have lost their parents.
**Dane Simpson and Bow Simpson**
Dane Simpson and Bow Simpson
Comedian Dane revealed the competition was the perfect opportunity to “show off” his dad Bow, who he believes we are “absolutely going to fall in love with.”
The pair are racing on behalf of Dharriwaa Elders Group Incorporated, where the money could help people in Walgett gain access to fresh drinking water.
“Dad spends a lot of time in Walgett, has a house there,” Dane said.
“He lives there half the time, and he lives in Wagga Wagga. To think that people buy bottled water every week is just crazy. We think everyone in Australia should have access to clean water to drink. “
**Bec Judd and Kate Twigley**
Bec Judd and Kate Twigley
Aussie model, Bec is taking on the challenge with her sister and it seems they might have an advantage after being fans of The Amazing Race since high school.
The sisters are competing on behalf of Impatient Advocacy – A Nicole Cooper Foundation.
“We are racing in memory of our dear friend Nicole Cooper who lost her battle with bowel cancer in January this year,” Kate said.
Alli Simpson and Angie Simpson
Alli Simpson and Angie Simpson
There’s no doubt this is one musically talented family, as Alli and her brother Cody are both artists. But this young star is ready to step out of her comfort zone with her “momager” Angie.
“At 52 years of age I feel like I haven’t lived my life to the fullest yet,” Angie said.
The mother-daughter duo are competing on behalf of Dementia Australia after Alli’s grandma also suffers from the disease.
“We just want to do as much as we can to prevent other families [from] feeling the pain that we do,” Alli said.
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