November 16th 2024.
Barry McGuigan, the legendary boxer, recently shared his concerns about potentially offending his fellow campmates on the upcoming season of I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here! In fact, he has already had discussions with the show's producers in order to avoid being "cancelled" due to any unintentionally offensive remarks.
The 63-year-old athlete will be joining a star-studded lineup including Coleen Rooney, Oti Mabuse, Danny Jones, and Alan Halsall in the Australian jungle. In an interview before the show's launch, Barry expressed his worries about accidentally saying something that may not be considered "politically correct" by one of his campmates.
However, he also welcomed the conversations with the show's executives, acknowledging that he still has much to learn in terms of addressing people in a respectful manner and using appropriate terminology. He understands that it is inevitable for campmates to clash in such a pressured environment, but he hopes to be the one to "pour cold water" on any conflicts and diffuse the situation.
Barry, whose real name is Finbar, recognizes the challenges of navigating political correctness in a constantly evolving world, especially with the added pressure of being watched by millions of viewers. He shared that he has had several discussions with the production team to ensure he does not offend anyone, but also acknowledges that he may still make mistakes, despite his best efforts.
In the event that he does offend someone, Barry's approach would be to ask them how they would like to be addressed in the future. He is eager to learn and improve, but also admits that he cannot guarantee that he will not make any politically incorrect statements during his time on the show.
The former BBC Sports Personality of the Year also discussed the added pressure of being politically correct in regards to sensitive topics such as sex and race, especially with such a large audience watching. He emphasized that he does not want to hurt anyone's feelings and will do his best to be mindful of his words.
If there were to be any conflicts on the show, it would not be the first time I'm A Celebrity has faced controversy. In recent years, the show has been criticized for including politicians such as Matt Hancock and Nigel Farage, and YouTuber Jack Maynard was forced to leave the show after just two days due to allegations of inappropriate messages with a minor.
Despite being the oldest contestant this season, Barry is not worried about his physical fitness and believes he is in decent shape to take on the challenges of the jungle. He will be living with a diverse group of people, ranging in age, career, and personality, which could lead to unexpected friendships. All the contestants will be vying for the title of Jungle King or Queen, following in the footsteps of last year's winner, Sam Thompson.
As the show's premiere approaches, viewers can expect to see Barry and his fellow campmates facing various challenges and forming bonds as they compete for the ultimate title. Tune in to watch I'm A Celebrity on ITV1 and ITVX this Sunday at 9pm. And if you have a celebrity story, video, or pictures, you can contact the entertainment team at The Agency through email, phone, or their Submit Stuff page. They would love to hear from you!
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