December 16th 2024.
A recent contestant of the popular show "I'm A Celebrity" has opened up about their weight loss after spending two weeks in the jungle. Melvin Odoom, a 44-year-old radio DJ and presenter, was the fourth celebrity to be eliminated from the camp, following Jane Moore, Tulisa Contostavlos, and Dean McCullough. As he returned to the comfort of proper showers and clean sheets, Melvin proudly showed off his new physique, crediting the "diet" of rice and beans in the jungle for his transformation.
In an Instagram post, Melvin shared a shirtless selfie, writing, "Lost some pounds, gained some abs...highly recommend the rice and beans jungle diet." He even included the hashtags #imaceleb and #callmecarol, referencing his crush on fellow contestant Carol Vorderman, who has playfully flirted back with him. His toned physique and abs did not go unnoticed, as fellow celebrities Ash Bibi, Neil Jones, and Jake Quickenden all commented on his impressive transformation.
Previous seasons of the show have revealed the shocking amount of weight lost by contestants during their time in the jungle. This year, former boxer Barry McGuigan joked that he was "back down to championship weight" after losing 7 kilos, while Jane Moore, who was the first contestant to be eliminated after 15 days, went from 10st 3lb to 9st 7lb. She even shared that her clothes were "hanging off" her after her time in the jungle.
After his eviction from camp, Melvin wasted no time in indulging in some much-needed fast food, ordering a BBQ cheeseburger, 6 chicken nuggets, and fries. He even declared it to be the best burger he's ever had. Reflecting on his time in the jungle, Melvin admitted that he was worried about how he would come across to viewers. "I'm so happy. I'm probably the happiest person to be out," he said. "She's so proud of me. I think you're so worried in there about how you come across and what people are thinking."
Viewers were recently shocked by how little the celebrities actually get to eat, after a revelation from presenters Ant and Dec. In a video shared on social media, the hosts showed the meager portions of rice and beans that the campmates rely on for their three daily meals, unless they win any stars in the bushtucker trials. This has raised concerns about the show's "duty of care" towards the contestants.
Despite the challenges and limited food options, "I'm A Celebrity" remains a popular show among viewers. It is available to watch on ITVX. If you have a celebrity story, video, or pictures, you can share them with the entertainment team at The Agency by emailing or calling them, or by visiting their Submit Stuff page. They are always on the lookout for interesting stories and would love to hear from you.
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