A Dramatic Start to I’m A Celebrity: All Stars
In a dramatic launch episode of I’m A Celebrity: All Stars, Beverley Callard, best known for her role in Coronation Street, had a fiery exchange with boxer David Haye. The South Africa spin-off kicked off on Monday, and the unexpected clash between the soap star and the former heavyweight champion made headlines.
As David Haye arrived on the show, he won a challenge called Unlucky Lodges against Gogglebox’s Scarlett Moffatt. This victory gave his team the power to decide who among the contestants would be sent to the basic Savannah Scrub camp. David chose Beverley, which sparked an immediate reaction from the Coronation Street star.
Beverley was visibly upset and declared, “David you’re going to pay for that decision. I’m telling you now.” She then added humorously, “Up yours,” before walking away. The audience found her response entertaining, with many fans taking to social media to express their support.
Fans React to Beverley’s Outburst
The internet was flooded with comments about Beverley’s outburst. Some fans wrote:
- “Nice one Bev – ‘up yours'”
- “I won’t accept ANYONE coming for my bev callard”
- “Bev ROBBED being sent away”
- “Go on Bev give to David”
- “Bev is coming for you David”
Others joked about Beverley and Adam Thomas forming an alliance to vote David into the first elimination challenge. The tension between Beverley and David continued as she joined Adam in the Savannah Scrub camp.
Beverley joked, “Been a fan of his for years and years and years – not anymore I tell you.” When Adam suggested she shouldn’t make an enemy of David, she replied, “I’ve thought about this, I’m gonna chin him.”
Ashley Roberts’ Return and Nostalgic Reactions
Elsewhere in the show, Ashley Roberts made a return to the series, sparking nostalgic reactions from fans. The Pussycat Doll, 44, faced more Bushtucker Trials and reconnected with host Dec Donnelly. During her previous stint on the show in 2012, it was rumored that she and Dec had a romantic connection.
Fans took to social media to share their memories of the time when Ashley and Dec were believed to be dating. Comments included:
- “Who remembers the days ppl thought Ashley and Dec were dating?”
- “Anyone else remember that Ashley Roberts and Dec used to be a thing?”
Some fans even questioned whether Dec still had feelings for Ashley. During her time on the show in 2012, Ashley had a flirty conversation with Dec about sex in the clearing.
“You’re deprived of everything here in the jungle. I can’t stop thinking about it,” she told him and Ant. “I’m excited to get out of here and be able to just stimulate all the senses… if you know what I mean.”
Dec responded, “Oh my gosh. Everything I want to say is unbroadcastable or illegal – or career-ending. Let’s calm down.”
Challenges and Humor on the Show
The spin-off, filmed in the Kruger National Park in South Africa, features famous faces from the original series returning to compete for the title of legend of the jungle.
One of the most amusing moments came when Emmerdale actor Adam Thomas struggled with a puzzle during a bungee jump challenge. Team captain Adam faced the first challenge, Tipped Over the Edge, alongside Beverley Callard. They had to collect puzzle pieces from the cliff’s ledge while strapped back to back.
Despite the difficulty, Adam took over ten minutes to complete the task, much to the amusement of the audience.
