The finale of I’m A Celebrity…Get Me Out Of Here! All Stars was overshadowed by explosive accusations and backstage turmoil, ultimately diminishing the celebratory atmosphere surrounding Adam Thomas’s victory.

Accusations of Intimidation and Abusive Language

Former footballer Jimmy Bullard publicly accused Adam Thomas of intimidating behavior and using abusive language – specifically the ‘c-word’ – during their time in the jungle. Bullard claims ITV deliberately edited these incidents out of the broadcast series.

This accusation led to a heated exchange on live television, with Bullard confronting Thomas and expressing his frustration with the perceived unfair editing. The situation escalated when Ant McPartlin attempted to defend Thomas, further enraging Bullard.

Claims of Manipulated Editing

Boxer David Haye also contributed to the controversy, alleging that producers manipulated the edit to portray Thomas as a ‘victim’ in an attempt to garner public sympathy and votes.

Backstage Chaos and Arguments

Sources at Versa Studios in Acton reported a chaotic atmosphere behind the scenes. Ant McPartlin reportedly described the evening as a ‘s***show’ and significant arguments occurred during ad breaks.

Declan Donnelly engaged in a ‘full-on argument’ with Bullard, requiring security intervention. Ant McPartlin reportedly stormed off for a vape break, expressing his dismay at the unfolding events.

David Haye was observed attempting to provoke a reaction from Adam Thomas, while the audience chanted ‘bully’ at the boxer. Even other contestants, including Sinitta and Gemma Collins, were involved in a separate argument that led them to leave the stage.

Departure and Underlying Tensions

Adam Thomas departed with his family immediately after the cameras stopped rolling, skipping the usual post-show appearances. The controversy stems from a pre-existing tension between Bullard and Thomas, with reports of a furious row during filming that was largely omitted from the aired episodes.

Potential Conflicts of Interest

Viewers have expressed confusion over Ant McPartlin’s strong defense of Thomas. It has emerged that Adam Thomas’s agent, Madison Lygo, is the daughter of Kevin Lygo, ITV’s managing director of media and entertainment, raising questions about potential influence over content commissioning.

Bullard reportedly remains ‘furious’ with ITV’s perceived bias and attempted to confront Ant McPartlin again after the broadcast, again requiring security intervention.

The incident has sparked debate about the ethics of reality television editing and the potential for manipulation to influence public perception, casting a shadow over the show.