November 18th 2024.
Dean McCullough has quickly become a fan-favorite on the hit show I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! just hours after entering the jungle. This 32-year-old star has already made a lasting impression with his hilarious Wagatha Christie joke directed at Coleen Rooney and his relatable struggles with IBS during the first gruesome eating challenge. He's now settling into camp with his fellow celebrities, including Oti Mabuse from Strictly Come Dancing, Danny Jones from McFly, Tulisa Contostavlos, and Alan Halsall. Jane Moore, Melvin Odoom, Barry McGuigan, and GK Barry are also part of this year's star-studded lineup, with two more rumored stars yet to join.
After bravely skydiving into the jungle and consuming a revolting smoothie made of blended bull's penis, fish eye, and vomit fruit, Dean met his campmates and teamed up with Coleen for the next part of the challenge. With his infectious energy and playful spirit, he declared, "Wagatha Christie, you're coming with me!" and instantly won over the hearts of viewers. It's safe to say that Dean has already delivered the most iconic line of the series so far.
But who exactly is Dean McCullough? Well, he's a Northern Irish radio presenter who describes himself as being afraid of "everything." He sees his time on I'm A Celebrity as a three-week therapy session and is determined to face his fears head-on. In an interview, he admitted, "I am terrified of everything and the more I think about being put in the ground with 50 snakes or getting those green fly things that bite poured over me – well, there's just no point thinking about it, as otherwise, I won't get on the plane!"
Dean is currently a presenter on BBC Radio 1 and has previously worked for Gaydio. He was born in Newtownabbey, Country Antrim in Northern Ireland and has been open about his experience with hidden homelessness, a term used to describe individuals who are forced to couch surf or live in temporary accommodation. In an interview with The Big Issue, he shared, "We weren't living on the street, we were living on my aunt's house on a sofa. I was moving between houses on a regular basis."
Passionate about raising awareness and changing the narrative around homelessness, Dean spoke about the impact of instability on young people. He explained, "I have problems with my possessions and feeling like I need to take care of absolutely everything around me. That comes down to moving from house to house and not ever feeling like anything was ever truly mine." He also opened up about his own struggles with having no fixed address and how it affected his mental health.
In terms of his career, Dean has been making waves as a presenter on BBC Radio 1. He started by filling in for Clara Amfo in December 2020 and then hosted his own slot from 10:30 am to 1 pm. In July 2022, he and Vicky Hawkesworth took over as co-hosts of Radio 1's afternoon show, making history as the first weekday program to be broadcast from outside of London.
As for his personal life, Dean keeps his romantic relationships out of the spotlight. However, he did mention his boyfriend in a TikTok earlier this year. Although it's not clear who his partner is or if they're still together, it's clear that Dean is happy and in love.
Some may recognize Dean from his past appearances on TV shows like Britain's Got Talent, where he was part of an all-male dancing group called The Glambassadors in 2013. He has also made appearances on spin-off show Late and Live, and has been a panellist on Love Island: Aftersun and Celebrity Mastermind. He has also bravely shared his journey to sobriety on Morning Live.
As he prepares to spend three weeks in the jungle, Dean revealed that just watching the show last year almost made him pass out, and he once had to leave a hostel in the middle of the night after seeing a cockroach. However, he's ready to "give everything a go" and bring good vibes to the camp. He promises to make up dance routines, encourage everyone to sing, and spread positivity to counteract any low moods.
Dean's motto is "I'm here for a good time, not a long time," and he's determined to make the most of his time on I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! We can't wait to see what other iconic moments he has in store for us. Tune in to ITV1 tonight at 9 pm to catch all the action.
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