Adam Thomas’ brothers, Ryan and Scott, have expressed their unwavering support for their sibling following his controversial win on I’m A Celebrity… South Africa on April 25, 2026. The finale, which descended into chaos, saw Adam embroiled in a fiery dispute with fellow contestants Jimmy Bullard and David Haye, sparking a wave of accusations and tension that spilled off-screen.
Amid the mayhem, Scott, 37, shared a heartfelt post on Instagram, standing firmly by Adam’s side. “If they come for you, they come for us!” he declared, reflecting his protective stance after a heated argument between Adam and Jimmy. Scott continued, “That wasn’t an easy watch last night, but our brother handled it with dignity and courage.”
The incident began when Jimmy, 47, accused Adam of being “abusive, aggressive, and intimidating” during a pre-recorded row that occurred months earlier. The argument left the I’m A Celeb hosts, Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly, struggling to regain control of the situation. The tension reached a boiling point when both Jimmy and boxer David Haye made damning statements about Adam, with David accusing him of “playing the victim.”
As the drama unfolded live on air, the show’s usual hosts appeared flustered, while reality TV personalities Gemma Collins and Sinitta stormed off in frustration. With emotions running high, Adam, visibly shaken, eventually claimed the I’m A Celeb crown despite the chaos.
Ryan, 41, also expressed his admiration for his brother through an emotional Instagram tribute. He posted a childhood photo of them, accompanied by a poignant caption: “It’s hard to put into words what you mean to me, bro. You’ve always been more than just a brother… you’ve been my backbone, my reality check, and the person who always champions me & everyone else around you.”
He went on to emphasize Adam’s character, stating, “A friend of mine called me this morning and said in 30 years of knowing Adam, he’s never seen him react the way he did in the jungle – does that not speak volumes?! You stay true to your emotions, your feelings, it’s who you are & I wouldn’t change any of you. You do things with compassion, love & sensitivity.”
Adam’s win, overshadowed by the intense row, sparked a whirlwind of emotions and reactions from fans and contestants alike. Following the final, Scott reflected further on the outbursts, revealing his pride in Adam for staying grounded. “I have realised that when people try to dim your light, it says more about them than it ever will about you,” he posted, adding that his brother’s strength and kindness shone through despite the tumultuous finale.
While Adam did not appear on the Unpacked spin-off show after the finale, he later posted a birthday tribute to his wife, Caroline Daly, on Instagram. In the post, Adam expressed his resilience, stating, “I walked through this journey with my heart first, no matter what came my way… It was not always easy, there were moments that could have broken me, but I stayed true to myself and that is something I will always be proud of.”
Despite the accusations and personal challenges, Adam received overwhelming support from family and fans. “To everyone who supported me, who believed in me and showed love, thank you, it means more than I can ever put into words,” he wrote. “And to those who doubted me or tried to bring me down, I carry no negativity towards you.”
Reflecting on the experience, Adam concluded: “I have already won in the ways that matter most. I have love, I have happiness, and I have stayed true to myself, and that is something no one can ever take away from me. I hope one day you can do the same.”
In the wake of the final, the question remains whether the drama surrounding Adam’s I’m A Celeb victory will continue to follow him, or if his strength and resilience will help him rise above the chaos.
Source: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/
