Fans of I’m A Celebrity were surprised to learn that one of the show's stars is the child of a famous musician from the 1960s.

Surprising revelation.

December 2nd 2024.

Fans of I’m A Celebrity were surprised to learn that one of the show's stars is the child of a famous musician from the 1960s.
The world of I'm A Celebrity has been buzzing with a surprising discovery about one of its campmates. Fans of the show have recently found out that Barry McGuigan, the 63-year-old boxer, has a famous musical background. It turns out that his father, Pat McGuigan, was a legendary singer from the 60s who represented Ireland in the Eurovision Song Contest. This revelation has left viewers in awe and has brought a new level of appreciation for Barry's talents.

Viewers on social media were quick to connect the dots between Barry's impressive singing voice in the jungle and his father's musical legacy. Many commented that it all made "so much sense" now. Pat McGuigan's performance of "Chance of a Lifetime" at the Eurovision in 1968 was a hit, reaching number one on the Irish charts. He continued to release new music after the competition, and his rendition of the folk song "Danny Boy" became widely known.

The link between Barry and the Eurovision was first pointed out by @simon_proctor on Twitter. He commented on the connection between Barry's father and Irish TV legend Lucy Kennedy's father, who wrote the song Pat performed in 1968. The excitement and admiration for this discovery were echoed by other fans on social media, with @kesc05 exclaiming that "Barry's father being a Eurovision participant makes so much sense."

@niall_horan also chimed in, pointing out that Barry's singing talent must run in the family, as his father represented Ireland in the Eurovision. @FacileTalk added that it was no surprise Barry could sing, considering his father's musical background.

In a 2014 interview, Barry shared how his father's influence played a significant role in his career as a boxer. Despite his parents' initial reservations about his choice to become a professional boxer, Pat always encouraged him to pursue his passions. Barry recalls his father's advice on the importance of hard work and passion, which he applied to his boxing career.

Tragically, Pat McGuigan passed away in 1987 at the young age of 52 from cancer. Barry opened up about the impact of his father's death on his life, saying that he was "grief-stricken" as his father had always been by his side. He eventually retired from boxing, but his love for the sport remains, and he is still heavily involved in it to this day.

On I'm A Celebrity, Barry also spoke about the loss of his daughter, actress Danika, to bowel cancer at the age of 33. In a tearful moment, he shared the pain and heartbreak of losing her and the "horrible weeks" when she was in the hospital. Viewers were touched by his emotional vulnerability, with many expressing their sympathy and support for him.

As the show continues, viewers are eager to see more of Barry's talents and learn more about his fascinating family history. It's clear that his father's legacy lives on through him, and his story has touched the hearts of many.

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