August 12th 2024.
It has been quite the eventful day for Tom Daley, as he has just announced his retirement from professional diving. After competing in five consecutive Olympic Games, the 30-year-old athlete has decided to step away from the sport. This news has caused quite a stir, with many wondering what Tom's next move will be.
Rumors are circulating that Tom could be the next big name to join a popular reality show. Specifically, he is being eyed up as a potential contestant for I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! just hours after announcing his retirement. His odds of appearing on the show have already skyrocketed, making him a top contender for the next season.
Tom's Olympic journey began at the young age of 14, when he made his debut at the Beijing Games in 2008. Now, 16 years later, he has won a silver medal at the Paris Games, adding to his impressive collection of three bronzes and one gold. While he may no longer be diving off high boards, he may soon be facing a new challenge in the Australian jungle.
It wouldn't be the first time an Olympian has entered the jungle - Sam Quek MBE and Amir Khan are just a few of the sports stars who have taken on the adventurous reality show. And Tom himself is no stranger to reality TV, having served as a mentor on the ITV show Splash from 2013 to 2014.
Reflecting on his last Olympic experience, Tom shared his emotions with British Vogue, saying, "It feels very, very surreal. I felt so incredibly nervous going into this, knowing it was my last Olympics. There was a lot of pressure and expectation. I was eager for it to be done, but when I walked out and saw my husband, kids, and loved ones in the audience, I was reminded of why I do this."
His husband of six years, Dustin Lance Black, also expressed his pride in Tom's achievements on Instagram, calling him an inspiration to the world. But joining a reality show isn't the only thing on Tom's agenda - he also provided punditry for Eurosport during the Games and plans to continue working in front of the camera.
In addition, Tom has enrolled in a course at the Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising in Los Angeles, with hopes of expanding his knowledge in sewing and design. "I knit and I crochet, but sewing will just add a whole different level of knowledge as to how to construct things," he shared. "I've actually designed a few pieces of underwear that I'm going to be launching, and I'm also hoping to launch a swimwear project next year."
With his various talents and interests, it's no surprise that Tom is in high demand. The Agency has even reached out to ITV and Tom's representatives for a comment on the potential jungle stint. Only time will tell if Tom will indeed be joining the jungle crew, but one thing is for sure - he is ready for the next chapter in his life.
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