Jess Glynne criticises ITV for ‘not giving girlfriend Alex Scott the airtime she deserved’ after she was the FIRST contestant booted off I’m A Celeb
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Jess Glynne has slammed ITV producers after girlfriend Alex Scott was axed from I’m A Celebrity, claiming they didn’t give her enough airtime to show “how incredible she really is”.
The 41-year-old former Lioness became the first contestant to leave the jungle on Friday night’s episode, after 14 days on the show.
After Alex’s jungle debut aired, Hold My Hand singer Jess, 36, took to her Instagram stories to share a glowing tribute to her girlfriend.
But in the post, Jess made sure to hit out at ITV for depriving Alex of airtime.
‘My woman may have left much earlier than she deserved but I’m incredibly proud of her,’ Jess wrote.
‘He didn’t get the airtime to show how incredible he really is and trust me, this is just the beginning.’
Jess Glynne appeared to disagree with ITV bosses after girlfriend Alex Scott was evicted on I’m A Celebrity, claiming they didn’t give her enough airtime to show ‘how incredible she really is’ (Alex and Jess pictured together)
The now-former campmate and former Lioness, 41, was the first contestant to be kicked out on Friday night’s episode after 14 days in the jungle (Photo of Alex after her eviction)
The Daily Mail has contacted ITV representatives for comment.
In the same message, Jess explained how couldn’t greet Alex on I’m a Celebrity She went to Bridge because her mother had ‘had a major stroke and brain surgery’.
He explained in his story: ‘I know people will wonder why I’m not there at the end of the bridge, so I wanted to share something personal.
‘In the last few weeks my mother had a major stroke and needed emergency brain surgery.
‘It was a really serious, life-changing time for my family and I had to stay close to home.’
He finished: ‘I can’t wait to have him with me again.’
The Football Focus presenter was instead greeted by pal Regan Coleman, who accompanied him to the hotel where he was overcome with emotion.
Speaking to Ant and Dec’s host, she said: ‘I’m free! It feels weird and doesn’t feel real. Now I’m like, “Oh, I’m out.”‘
The 36-year-old Hold My Hand singer shared an emotional reflection on her Instagram stories immediately after her release.
In the same social media heartfelt message, Jess revealed she was unable to greet Alex on the I’m A Celeb bridge because her mother had ‘a major stroke and brain surgery’ (Alex and Jess pictured in March)
Alex was instead greeted on the I’m a Celebrity bridge by friend Regan Coleman (pictured)
Asked if he was ‘disappointed’ to be the first to be voted out, Alex insisted: ‘Oh no! It was an incredible experience and mentally tough, but I’m so glad I did it with so many wonderful camp friends.
‘The laughs we had and we really bonded and made the bonds we did.’
Laughing when he was shown the smuggled video of himself secretly buying salt to add to rice, Alex explained: ‘I don’t know how many I took, I just put it in my sock.
‘For the first few days I put it on a spoon and Jack sprinkled it into the rice so my campmates knew about it.’
As Ant and Dec dropped campmate Martin Kemp off into the woods, they asked him what the worst part of the bush experience was.
Alex explained: ‘The toilet seat situation, the smell is so bad and someone leaves the seat up but we can’t say anything because it’s a national treasure.’
Before crossing the iconic bridge, Alex revealed who he wants to win the ITV series: ‘Shona wins, Ginge and Aitch are fantastic and would love to see them in the final, but I think if Shona wins it will give her confidence.’
I AM A CELEBRITY 2025: MEET THE CAMPING FRIENDS
KELLY BROOK
Kelly has already landed in Australia and is ready to enter the jungle
AGE: 45
JOB: Model and television star
CELEBRITIES: Kelly is best known as a model who posed for Page Three. She is also an actress and panellist on ITV’s Loose Women.
MARTIN KEMP
Can Martin handle jungle life when he sets up camp?
AGE: 64
JOB: Musician/actor
FAMOUS: Martin is arguably best known for being part of 70s group Spandau Ballet and also for playing Steve Owen in EastEnders. His son is Roman Kemp and he is married to Shirlie Holliman.
LISA RILE
Lisa is a well-known actress in the United Kingdom but is best known for her role as Mandy Dingle
AGE: 49
JOB: Actress
FAMOUS: Lisa has played many roles over the years but is best known for her role as Mandy Dingle in Emmerdale. He took on this role in 1995.
JACK OSBOURNE
Jack is no stranger to the cameras after appearing on various reality shows with his family
AGE: 40
JOB: Media personality
FAMOUS: Jack is known for being part of the famous Osbourne family, along with his mother Sharon, father Ozzy, and sister Kelly. They starred in their own MTV show, The Osbournes.
AITCH
Aitch is best known for his singing talent, but can he bring home some stars?
AGE: 25
JOB: Rapper
FAMOUS: Aitch’s real name is Harrison James Armstrong. He rose to fame with his song Straight Rhymez in 2018. Eleven of his songs charted in the top 10 singles, including Taste (Make It Shake).
VOGUE WILLIAMS
Vogue is known for her glamorous lifestyle, but what about Ormanda?
AGE: 40
JOB: Podcast host
FAMOUS: Irish presenter Vogue first rose to fame in 2010 when she starred in the reality series Fade Street. She went on to appear in The Jump with her husband Spencer Matthews.
SHONA MCGARTY
EastEnders legend Shona transforms Albert Square with creepy crawlies and animals
AGE: 32
JOB: Soap star/actress
FAMOUS: The British public has known Shona for her portrayal of Whitney Dean in EastEnders for 16 years. He left his position last year to pursue other things.
RUBY CANDLE
Ruby heads to the jungle to take part in this year’s series
AGE: 72
JOB: Actor/comedian and mental health advocate
FAMOUS: Ruby has made a name for herself by interviewing people on television shows, but now she’s focusing on her mental health.
EDDIE KADI
Can funny man Eddie keep morale high at camp?
AGE: 42
JOB: Comedian/host
FAMOUS: The star takes to the stage to show how funny he is, but he also presents BBC Radio 1Xtra. He also appeared on Strictly Come Dancing.
ALEX SCOTT
Alex swaps football pitch for camp in Australia
AGE:41
JOB: Sports presenter specialist
FAMOUS: Alex is a former football player who paid money to Arsenal, England and Great Britain. He is now a respected sports presenter.
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AngryGinge is a Twitch and YouTube star many younger viewers will recognize
AGE: 23
JOB: Social media star
FAMOUS: AngryGinge is known for Twitch and YouTube content focused on football. Her real name is Morgan Burtwistle.
READ TOM WILSON
He’s got a great gift for words, but that won’t help him with the Bushtucker Case.
AGE:39
JOB: Television personality
FAMOUS: Tom is best known for his work on E4’s Celebs Go Dating. As the agency’s receptionist, she’s always on hand to offer advice to unlucky celebrities in love.
