December 12th 2024.
After enduring weeks of grueling challenges in the jungle, the I'm A Celebrity stars are finally back home and enjoying the luxuries of full meals and proper showers. One of the contestants, former boxing champion Barry McGuigan, was shocked to see just how much weight he had lost during his time on the show. As the beloved reality series came to an end this year, McFly singer Danny Jones was crowned King of the Jungle, with Coleen Rooney finishing as the runner-up.
As the stars begin their journeys home and reunite with the comforts of everyday life, they will also share their experiences of coming out of the camp in a follow-up programme airing on Friday night. It's no surprise that many celebrities have lost a significant amount of weight during their time in the jungle, with past contestants like Chris Moyles and Fred Sirieix revealing they lost over a stone on the show. Even Loose Women panellist Jane Moore, who was the first to be eliminated after 15 days, noticed a considerable change in her weight.
Barry McGuigan, who lost a whopping 7 kilos, joked that he is now back down to his championship weight. After becoming the fifth contestant to be eliminated, he was amazed by the difference in his appearance. Upon returning to the hotel where the celebrities stay after leaving the jungle, he indulged in a full English breakfast, playfully teasing that he wouldn't be sharing it with anyone. And he wasn't alone in his cravings, as fellow contestant Melvin Odoom couldn't resist stopping for a burger on the way back to the hotel.
In the reunion episode, Jane Moore also revealed her weight loss from just 15 days in the jungle, with her clothes hanging off her. And while eating his burger, Melvin declared it as the best one he has ever had. But it wasn't all about the food for Barry, as he emotionally reunited with his wife and opened up about the tough experience he had in the jungle. In one episode, he bravely shared his grief over the death of his daughter, Danika, who passed away in 2019 at the age of 33. His campmates showed their support and comforted him during this difficult time.
Tulisa, one of the contestants, praised Barry for his strength and vulnerability while talking about his loss. She reminded him that there are no rules to grieving and that holding onto memories is a testament to his love for his daughter. In a touching moment, Barry also mentioned how much he missed his daughter and how she would have loved to be a part of the show.
Viewers were shocked to learn that the celebrities' meals mainly consisted of rice and beans, and that too only if they won any stars in the bushtucker trials. In the past, contestants have secretly hoped for real food when the cameras were not rolling. However, presenters Ant and Dec revealed the true extent of their meals in a social media video, leaving fans questioning ITV's duty of care. Despite the meager portions, the celebrities have shown incredible strength and determination in completing the challenges and surviving in the jungle.
As the season comes to an end, the Coming Out show gives viewers a glimpse of the celebrities' lives after leaving the jungle. It airs on Friday at 9pm on ITV1 and ITVX. If you have a celebrity story, video, or pictures, you can get in touch with The Agency entertainment team through email, telephone, or by visiting their Submit Stuff page. They would love to hear from you!
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