David Haye and Jimmy Bullard have finally broken their silence after being noticeably absent from the I’m A Celebrity spin-off show, Unpacked, following the dramatic live final on April 24. The duo, who had already been involved in explosive clashes with fellow contestant Adam Thomas, were reportedly “kicked out” of the studio, leaving fans to wonder what had happened behind the scenes.
The live final was a tense and chaotic affair, filled with fiery exchanges and emotional outbursts. David and Jimmy both took aim at Adam, criticizing his behaviour during their previous fallouts and a heated Bushtucker Trial. The altercation between Adam and Jimmy, in particular, had been one of the main points of contention throughout the series. Jimmy, visibly upset during the final, complained that his earlier exchange with Adam, where the footballer had quit a trial and caused Adam to forfeit his chance, had been unfairly edited by ITV.
However, neither David, Jimmy, nor Adam appeared on Unpacked after the live final, which immediately sparked speculation about what had transpired off-screen. Fans were left confused, wondering whether tensions had continued beyond the cameras.
Behind the Scenes Drama: “We Got Kicked Out”
In a shocking video obtained by The Sun, David and Jimmy were seen leaving the studio flanked by security, with David filming himself and confirming that they had been removed from the show.
“We’ve been kicked out of the show. What’s that about? Genuinely,” David said, clearly frustrated, as he filmed the encounter.
When asked by the camera why they had been escorted out, Jimmy responded with a simple but striking explanation: “For trying to tell the truth.”
This only added fuel to the fire, as a source from the show revealed that some campmates had been “uncomfortable” sharing the stage with David and Jimmy, leading to the decision to send them home during the Unpacked segment.
The Clash That Sparked It All
The tension that led to David and Jimmy’s removal had been building up for weeks, with Adam revealing in interviews that he had struggled mentally with the banter he received from David. He even admitted that the constant digs had affected his mental health and prompted him to seek therapy after the show.
The rift between Adam and Jimmy reached a boiling point during a Bushtucker Trial, where Jimmy’s early exit from the trial caused Adam to lose his opportunity as well. This triggered a foul-mouthed outburst from Adam, which escalated into the infamous argument.
Jimmy, who was visibly rattled, hit out at Adam again during the finale, accusing him of being “abusive, aggressive, and intimidating.” He further criticized ITV and I’m A Celebrity hosts Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly for editing out key moments, including the use of offensive language—referred to as “C-bombs”—which were allegedly directed at him by Adam.
This prompted a tense exchange between Jimmy and Ant, with the presenter challenging Jimmy’s claims that Adam had been intimidating. Ant argued that the footage of Adam’s outburst had been cut because it was “unbroadcastable.” Jimmy wasn’t convinced, accusing the hosts of downplaying the situation to protect Adam.
Post-Finale Fallout: Confrontation With Ant
The drama didn’t end once the cameras stopped rolling. David and Jimmy continued their confrontation outside the studio, where footage captured Jimmy approaching Ant while being escorted by security. Ant appeared to offer a handshake, but Jimmy instead patted him on the arm, a gesture that only added to the awkward tension between the two.
David, on the other hand, took a different approach and greeted Ant with a hug, trying to downplay the confrontation in front of the cameras.
This chaotic aftermath capped off what had already been a tumultuous season of I’m A Celebrity: South Africa. The final itself had been marred by explosive arguments, emotional breakdowns, and a general sense of discord among the campmates. Gemma Collins and Sinitta both walked off stage during the live broadcast, citing the aggressive and abusive nature of the exchanges between Adam, Jimmy, and David.
A Show on the Brink
The fallout from the final has left fans divided, with many questioning whether the level of conflict and personal attacks between the campmates was appropriate for a reality show. Some fans are praising the transparency of the stars, particularly David and Jimmy, for speaking out about their feelings, while others are criticizing the show’s handling of the situation, particularly the decision to “edit out” key moments for broadcast.
Meanwhile, the aftermath of the I’m A Celebrity final has continued to dominate headlines, with Adam Thomas now reflecting on the toll the experience took on him. In a post on Instagram, Adam expressed his gratitude for the support of his family and fans, as well as his determination to stay true to himself despite the criticism. He also took aim at those who “tried to dim his light,” emphasizing that he had already won in the most important ways—by maintaining his integrity.
A Shattered Final Episode
The last episode of I’m A Celebrity South Africa will undoubtedly go down in history as one of the most controversial finales in the show’s history. With all the emotional outbursts, public confrontations, and backstage drama, it’s clear that tensions in the jungle were far from resolved by the time the final curtain fell.
As fans continue to speculate about what went on behind the scenes, one thing is clear: I’m A Celebrity South Africa has delivered one of its most chaotic and explosive seasons yet, leaving viewers eager for more revelations in the days to come.
