December 1st 2024.
Ant McPartlin, one half of the popular hosting duo on ITV's I'm A Celebrity, has recently come under fire for allegedly making inappropriate comments to female producers on the show. The 49-year-old presenter, who co-hosts the reality series with Declan Donnelly, is reported to have made sexist remarks about the producers' appearance and relationships.
According to reports, Ant made these comments on Jungle Club, a private broadcast channel on Instagram, after the main I'm A Celebrity show aired. He allegedly singled out two female producers, aged 40 and 24, and made suggestive comments about their looks and whether they had found a boyfriend yet. It is also claimed that he joked about their sex lives, particularly when he noticed they both wore thumb rings.
These alleged comments have been condemned by MP Rosie Duffield, who sits on the women and equalities committee. She stated that sexual harassment is never acceptable, and that celebrities like Ant have a responsibility to set a good example and not use their power to intimidate or target others.
The comments made on Jungle Club were apparently part of the show's comedic content, which often plays on Ant and Dec's friendship and working relationship with the crew. However, Independent politician Duffield and women's rights campaigner Patsy Stevenson have both criticized these remarks, stating that they reflect a culture of casual sexism and can be degrading and even verge on harassment.
It's worth noting that Jungle Club is produced by Mitre Studios, which is owned by Ant and Dec, and is not a part of ITV's platform. However, this does not excuse any inappropriate behavior or comments.
Ant's representatives have stated that the production team on Jungle Club have worked together for many years and that much of the show's content is based on the hosts' comedic rapport with the crew. ITV has yet to make a statement on the matter.
As Ant and Dec are currently on their 24th season of I'm A Celebrity, it's clear that they have a strong working relationship with the show's production team. However, it is important for everyone, regardless of their position, to understand the boundaries of appropriate behavior in the workplace.
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