Gemma Collins makes feelings clear on David Haye and Jimmy Bullard after dramatic ITV I'm A Celeb final: 'Disgusting!'

Lydia Davies
Sat, 25 Apr 2026 20:37:41 +0000

Gemma Collins has launched a scathing attack on the I'm A Celebrity... South Africa finale, branding the behaviour of her fellow campmates "disgusting" and accusing them of bullying the winner, Adam Thomas.

The former Towie star, 44, took to Instagram on Saturday morning alongside her stepson Tristan to express her fury at what unfolded during Friday night's live show.

In the video, Ms Collins asked Tristan to explain why they were upset, to which he replied: "Because someone was bullying Adam."

The reality star continued: "Adam, it was really difficult to sit there and watch you go through that last night. It was disgusting. And what a shame because we all... I mean the jealousy is real."

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Ms Collins directed her criticism at both David Haye and Jimmy Bullard following their confrontation with the Waterloo Road actor during the broadcast.

The live finale descended into chaos when the cast reunited for a final discussion with hosts Ant and Dec, who questioned Mr Bullard about his decision to quit during a Bushtucker trial that nearly ended Mr Thomas’s time on the show.

Mr Bullard offered an apology but then accused Mr Thomas of unacceptable conduct following his departure, stating: "I absolutely threw him under the bus, I get it. I'll wear that.

"But what I don't stand on is someone being abusive, aggressive and intimidating."

Presenter Mr McPartlin pushed back, telling Mr Bullard: "I was there and I didn't think it was intimidating. I was there, Jim."

Mr Thomas acknowledged his emotions had run high and confirmed he had apologised multiple times since filming concluded in September.

Mr Haye then intervened with a sarcastic remark, prompting presenter Mr Donnelly to fire back: "David, you weren't even there! Keep out of this!"

Ms Collins and Ms Sinitta both removed themselves from the set as the confrontation escalated into shouting among the cast members.

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Before departing, Sinitta addressed the studio audience, pointing out that they had not witnessed events firsthand and could not fully understand what had occurred.

In a separate Instagram post, Ms Collins condemned the evening's events in stark terms, writing: "What a show up!!! Absolutely disgusted with Jimmy and David's behaviour, the biggest show up in TV history!!! What an EMBARRASSMENT!"

She continued her criticism, describing the clash as "the biggest disrespect ever" to the production team, fellow cast members and presenters Ant and Dec.

Ms Collins said that what should have been a celebratory occasion had instead become deeply upsetting for those involved.

She also revealed during an appearance on I'm A Celebrity: Unpacked that she had felt compelled to shield Mr Thomas throughout their time in the jungle.

"I think David Haye might have seen a weakness in Adam, there were times where I had to protect Adam in there," she said.

The 37-year-old actor, who has also competed on Strictly Come Dancing, was recently diagnosed with arthritis and had struggled physically during certain trials.

Mr Haye had previously labelled Mr Thomas "useless" after he felt unable to participate in one challenge, reportedly telling him he "doesn't like men like that."

In an emotional Instagram post following his victory, Mr Thomas reflected on his jungle experience but admitted his encounters with the former boxer had left him feeling "broken."