A Tense Final on I’m A Celebrity… South Africa
The final of the second all-star edition of I’m A Celebrity… South Africa was anything but calm, with a dramatic run-in between contestants and host Ant McPartlin. Former footballer Jimmy Bullard appeared to be in a heated situation, which some reports suggest led to him and David Haye being ‘kicked out’ of the show.
During the live recording, Ant was seen surrounded by security staff as Jimmy tried to get his attention. The tension escalated when Adam Thomas, one of the contestants, clashed with both Jimmy and David over an ongoing feud from the pre-recorded season. This conflict became so intense that Ant and Declan Donnelly had to step in to try to calm things down.
A video obtained by The Sun showed Jimmy and David leaving the building after the live recording. In the clip, Jimmy is asked, “What happened?” and he responds, “Kicked out!” David then adds, “We got kicked out of the show.” When questioned about the reason, David claims it was because they were “trying to tell the truth.”
A source close to the show explained that some campmates were uncomfortable being on stage with David and Jimmy, leading to their decision to send them home during the sister show Unpacked.
The Escalation of Tensions
The conflict began earlier in the night when Jimmy confronted Adam during the live final. Their feud started when Jimmy pulled out of a Bushtucker Trial, which would have also ended Adam’s time on the show. The disagreement turned heated, prompting Ant and Dec to intervene. David, the former boxer, also joined the conversation, adding fuel to the fire.
As tensions continued to rise outside Acton Studios, where the final was filmed, security personnel could be seen rushing to Ant’s side during another exchange with Jimmy. Pictures show an angry-looking Jimmy engaged in a heated conversation with Ant, while a member of the security team appears to guide Ant away.
Adam, the ultimate winner, was seen watching the unfolding drama, while Jimmy looked emotional as he and David stood surrounded by members of the I’m A Celeb crew. The events overshadowed Adam’s victory, with the focus shifting to the ongoing conflict between the three contestants.
A Rekindled Feud
Once the group reunited, the old wounds reopened, with Jimmy determined to address Adam’s behavior during their jungle argument. David also got involved, making it difficult for Ant and Dec to maintain peace. A fierce shouting match broke out, with Sinitta and Gemma Collins walking off the stage, leaving the men to settle their differences.
Adam took responsibility for the jungle rumble, but Jimmy still had more to say. He previously described Adam as “abusive, aggressive, and intimidating” in response to Jimmy wanting to quit their challenge. The confrontation grew more intense, with allegations that Adam used offensive language multiple times.
During the rematch with Jimmy, Adam claimed to have “nothing but love” for the former footballer, but David interjected, saying he had a “funny way of showing it.” Despite the chaos, Adam was crowned the winner of the series, though the focus of the evening remained on the heated exchange.
Reactions from the Cast
Following the events of the final, Gemma, Ashley Roberts, and Scarlett Moffatt shared their thoughts on ITV2 spin-off Unpacked. Ashley expressed hope that Adam could enjoy his win, noting that he had gone through a lot. Scarlett agreed, stating that Adam deserved the victory and that it was disappointing he didn’t get to fully celebrate.
Adam later posted on Instagram, expressing pride in staying true to himself despite the challenges. He reflected on his time in the jungle, saying, “When people try to dim your light, it says more about them than it ever will about you.” He concluded by expressing no negativity toward those who doubted him, emphasizing that he had found love, happiness, and self-truth.
Looking Ahead
While the details of the incident remain unclear, the events of the final have sparked discussion among fans and cast members alike. As the dust settles, the focus may shift to how the contestants move forward and whether there are plans for future reunions or collaborations.
For now, the story of the tense finale continues to captivate audiences, highlighting the unpredictable nature of reality TV.
