Katie Price wades into Nigel Farage’s I’m A Celebrity airtime row as she says the final edit can ‘sway’ the public vote

Katie Price has waded into Nigel Farage’s I’m A Celebrity airtime row as she spoke about how the show’s final edit can ‘sway’ voting.

The former glamour model, 45, gave her candid opinions on the ongoing 2023 series of the ITV reality show as she appeared on GB News on Wednesday evening.

She waded into the airtime row after former UKIP leader Nigel’s team hit out at his minimal appearances on screen.

Nigel missed out on yet another Bushtucker Trial on Wednesday after admitting he wanted to take part in the challenges to bag ’25 per cent of the airtime’.

Though his airtime has increased in recent days, Katie waded into the airtime row as she told how editing can ‘sway’ the public vote and ultimately the winner.

Katie Price has waded into Nigel Farage ‘s I’m A Celebrity airtime row as she spoke about how the show’s final edit can ‘sway’ voting

She waded into the airtime row after former UKIP leader Nigel’s team hit out at his minimal appearances on screen

Reflecting on her own appearance on I’m A Celebrity in 2004, Katie told how she and her fellow campmates were shocked when radio DJ Mike Read was the first to go home in the public vote because he was ‘so entertaining’.

‘A lot of the editing can be swayed by who they want to sway to win,’ Katie told GB News.

‘I’ve met Nigel a few times, he has interviewed me. I like Nigel. The politics side, I stay out of, but as a person, I have no problem with him and I like him.

‘What people have got to remember, when you’re in that jungle, it shouldn’t matter what you do as a living.

‘You’re all in it together, surviving. I think it is a way to get to know a person. He is a human being at the end of the day, and everyone deserves a chance.’

Katie first featured on I’m A Celebrity in 2004 and was the sixth star to be eliminated, and she later returned to the show in 2009, but withdrew before the public vote.

Her comments came just hours after Nigel missed out on another Bucktucker Trial and ’25 per cent of the airtime’ in Wednesday’s episode.

Nigel, who is understood to be earning a record £1.5million for his appearance in the jungle, has already expressed his dismay at not being nominated for Bushtucker Trials. 

Katie first featured on I’m A Celebrity in 2004 (pictured) and was the sixth star to be eliminated, and she later returned to the show in 2009, but withdrew before the public vote

Nigel missed out on yet another Bushtucker Trial on Wednesday after admitting he wanted to take part in the challenges to bag ’25 per cent of the airtime’  

The former politician volunteered to take part in the Critter Mixer trial but he didn’t end up being among the final three celebrities to be picked for it.

Nigel previously told how he wanted to take part in the trials to bag ’25 per cent of the airtime’ but his recent scenes on the show have been fleeting.

‘If you do the challenges, it’s 25 per cent of the airtime. I’m looking at reaching a whole new audience,’ he tactically said in an earlier episode.

And viewers shared their amused reactions as they referenced Nigel’s previous comment when he missed out on taking part in the latest trial.

Taking to X – formerly known as Twitter – one wrote: ‘Nigel is once again losing his 25% of airtime.’

While another said: ‘Nigel turning down air time.’

Though he missed out on the Bushtucker Trial, he got some more screen time as he took part in the dingo dollar challenge alongside Josie Gibson. 

Nigel had volunteered to take part in the Critter Mixer trial but it was decided that Marvin Humes, Nick Pickard and Tony Bellew would be the three stars to go.

Nigel appeared disappointed but admitted that the trio were more ‘physically capable’ than him as he referenced the injuries he sustained from a plane crash.

However, viewers pointed out that Nigel may have been better than Tony in the trial, as he had to answer general knowledge questions before Marvin and Nick grabbed stars in the critter mixer.

One said: ‘I get the impression that Nigel Farage would have been the one to do the general knowledge part of this trial!’

Ahead of the trial, Nigel appeared keen to take part as he was quick to volunteer as the camp decided who would be doing the challenge. 

The former politician volunteered to take part in the Critter Mixer trial but he didn’t end up being among the final three celebrities to be picked for it

Viewers shared their amused reactions as they referenced Nigel’s previous comment about wanting ’25 per cent of the airtime’ when he missed out on taking part in the latest trial

Despite Nigel also volunteering, it was Tony Bellew, Nick Pickard and Marvin Humes who headed off for the Critter Mixer trial 

Tony said: ‘Yeah, I’m happy to go, doesn’t bother me. I’m easy,’ while Nick said: ‘I’m up for it,’ and Marvin added: ‘You know me, team player, ready to do it.’ 

After Nigel also volunteered, Tony then decided as he declared: ‘Go on then, I’ll go.’

After it was agreed that Marvin, Tony and Nick would go, Nigel said: ‘I’m astonished, but OK,’ prompting Josie to ask him: ‘Did you really want to do it, Nige?’

Nigel said: ‘It’s done now, I was very happy to do it, but Tony, it’s fine. Tony is more physically capable than I am. That’s the point. I want to do it, but I don’t want to let the camp down.’

In the Bush Telegraph, he added: ‘I want to pull my weight, I want to do my bit, but I was kind of talked out of it by the team. 

‘What frustrates me here is that I realise that I am damaged – mostly as a result of the plane crash – and that leaves me in a weaker position in some things to the other campmates and that’s just the way it is. 

‘But I try and make up for it in every other way that I can.’

Nigel finally secured some brief screen time in Tuesday and Wednesday’s episodes after his camp hit out at his minimal airtime on the hit ITV reality show. 

Upon Nella Rose’s departure, Nigel’s team took to his Instagram to share a mock-up of Farage as a wanted profile on BBC show Crimewatch. 

An accompanying caption read: ‘Apologies to all the ITV viewers who blinked between 9pm-10:20pm this evening.. You probably missed Nigel.’

ITV producers had high hopes for Nigel after agreeing to a bumper fee with the GB News host, but sources claim they have been underwhelmed with his impact on the jungle camp. 

Though he missed out on the Bushtucker trial, he got some more screen time as he took part in the dingo dollar challenge alongside Josie Gibson

It comes after supporters of Nigel took another swipe at ITV on Monday by claiming he is being given limited airtime on the hit reality TV show 

An insider told The Mirror: ‘People I know working on the show think Farage is one of the least interesting campmates ever. 

‘He is very boring and producers have struggled with fun storylines to show a different side to him.

‘He’s good for Brexit and culture wars stuff, but outside of that, the local wildlife is more entertaining than he is.

‘One example is a few of them were talking about their favourite movies and he couldn’t come up with a single one! Politics is his life and basically outside of that he’s got no personality.’ 

Nigel’s reported fee is understood to be a show record and eclipses the £320,000 earned by former Health Secretary Matt Hancock in 2022.

I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! continues Thursday at 9pm on ITV1 and ITVX.

I’m A Celebrity 2023: Meet the campmates

NIGEL FARAGE

Claim to fame: Former leader of the UK Independence Party  and leader of the Brexit Party.

Phobias: Nobody likes rats, snakes and I am dreading anything to do with heights.

Biggest misconception you want to dispel?: I have been demonised over the years and so it will be nice to show people I am not nasty. 

Role in camp: Lead on starting up plenty of campfire discussions. 

Aside from your family, what will you miss the most whilst in camp?: A pint in the pub and the news. 

Best & worst attributes: I hope to cheer people up when they are down. Worst? I am impatient and I do snore. 

Dream camper: As a controversial political media figure, I never name names… But I am looking forward to meeting interesting people from all different fields 

DANIELLE HAROLD

Claim to fame: EastEnders actress.

Phobias: Rats. I hate them! 

Biggest misconception you want to dispel in the jungle?: I can be a little ditzy at times but I am definitely not a ‘dumb blonde’. I want to show I can do the trials, challenges and get stuck in. 

Role in camp: Shoulder to cry on, help others if they are feeling low in camp. 

Aside from family, what will you miss most whilst in camp?: Snacking. I am a little muncher and I am going to miss my morning cup of tea, too! 

Best & worst attributes: I’d like to think I will be good if people are really struggling. I am not, however, very good at being bored, nor am I a morning person either. 

Dream camper: Ed Sheeran. If he brings his guitar into camp, he can sing for us.

FRED SIRIEIX – VOTED OUT!

Claim to fame: First Dates star.

Phobias: I am scared of everything. I am dying to find out how vile the food will be! 

Biggest misconception you want to dispel in the jungle?: I don’t think there is anything but I am looking forward to learning more about myself during my time in the camp. 

Role in camp: I will definitely muck in with all the jobs. I don’t mind cooking or cleaning the toilets. 

Aside from your family, what will you miss the most whilst in camp? My bed. It’s super comfy. I will also miss a cup of coffee in the morning. 

Best & worst attributes: I like to have fun but I do snore and I am impatient! 

Dream camper: It’s going to be nice to meet everyone but I’d love to see Dolly Parton, The Rock or Snoop Dog in there.

NELLA ROSE – VOTED OUT!

Claim to fame: YouTuber and Catfish UK star. 

Phobias: I am fearful of everything! 

Biggest misconception you want to dispel in the jungle? I am a pretty open book. 

Role in camp: Keep the morale and humour high.

Aside from your family, what will you miss the most whilst in camp? My phone… I am always on it! 

Dream camper: Alison Hammond or Adele. 

NICK PICKARD – LEFT!

Claim to fame: Hollyoaks star. 

Phobias: I am a bit scared of the dark. When you go to the House of Horrors at Halloween and things jump out at you, I am not very good when I can’t see! 

Biggest misconception you want to dispel in the jungle: It will be nice to go in as me and not as my Hollyoaks character. 

Role in camp: Grafter or chef, I am quite good at cooking. But I’ve never cooked on a fire before. Aside from family, what will you miss most whilst in camp: Football and my creature comforts. 

Best & worst attributes: I’d like to think I am a nice person and a good team player. I am not lazy but I do have a few bad habits like picking my nose. My girlfriend has been trying to train me to stop! 

Dream camper: Sir Alex Ferguson or Neil Warnock. 

FRANKIE DETTORI – VOTED OUT!

Claim to fame: Champion Jockey

Phobias: I am not sure as I don’t walk across rooftop planks in the middle of the day nor do I have any snakes or rats in the house!

Biggest misconception you want to dispel in the jungle: None. I’ve lived in the public domain for as long as I can remember so I’d hope everyone knows me well.

Role in camp: To have fun with everyone, I am a happy-go- lucky person.

Aside from your family, what will you miss the most whilst in camp? Travelling. I have spent my whole life at airports and I’ve got to like it!

Best & worst attributes: I am outgoing and I am a fighter. Worst? I can’t sit still and I am impatient.

Dream camper: Robbie Williams would be fun.

JAMIE LYNN SPEARS – WALKED!

Claim to fame: Zoey 101 and Sweet Magnolias star.

 Phobias: I am scared of everything.

Biggest misconception you want to dispel in the jungle?: I think this is a nice chance to show who I really am.

Role in camp: Hopefully I will be the one who can support everyone. 

Aside from family, what will you miss the most whilst in camp? A normal bathroom, air conditioning and my bed. 

Best & worst attributes: I think my best quality is it takes a lot to hurt my feelings; but I am impatient and my family would say I get in a bad mood a lot. 

Dream camper: Nicole Kidman, she is my favourite actress in the whole wide world, or Reece Witherspoon.

SAM THOMPSON

Claim to fame: Made In Chelsea star and radio presenter. 

Phobias: I am not a creepy crawly guy and I hate anyone or anything touching my neck. 

Biggest misconception you want to dispel in the jungle?: Since the age of 21, I’ve spent my whole life on TV and so I feel whether people have a good or bad opinion of me, it’s probably warranted!

Role in camp: I’m a ‘yes’ man so cooking, cleaning I will do whatever they want me to do. 

Aside from family, what will you miss most whilst in camp?: I know this sounds lame but gaming. 

Best & worst attributes: I’d like to think I am the court jester and I don’t take things too seriously, so if anyone is having a bad day I would like to put a smile on their face. Worst? I am quite forgetful and I am bad at focusing on things. 

Dream camper: Stephen Fry. I think I would self-combust if he was going in the jungle! 

JOSIE GIBSON

Claim to fame: This Morning presenter.

Phobias: Insects and I freeze every time I see a spider and I am not sure what I am going to do if I am in a trial with them! 

Biggest misconception you want to dispel in the jungle?: I would like people to know I am very clever at knowing useless information! 

Role in camp: Mum. I am very motherly and I also love chatting to people. 

Aside from family, what will you miss most whilst in camp?: Getting up to blow dry my hair and putting a bit of make-up on! 

Best & worst attributes: I am an optimist and I love meeting people from all walks of life. Worst? I can be quite nosey and I am worried about my temper if I am too hungry. 

Dream camper: Dawn French, I love her. 

MARVIN HUMES

Claim to fame: JLS star.

Phobias: Heights. I have pulled out of a skydive with JLS in the past because I was too scared! 

Biggest misconception you want to dispel in the jungle: To show I am not just a member of a boy band. It will be nice for people to learn more about me. 

Role in camp: I’d like to think I will be a shoulder to cry on and a mediator. 

Aside from family, what will you miss most whilst in camp?: My fantasy football app! I am obsessed with it! Four weeks without music is a long time, too. 

Best & worst attributes: I’ve got three children under the age of ten and you definitely need a lot of patience for that! Worst? Rochelle would probably say I get ‘hangry’ if I don’t have enough food. 

Dream camper: Paddy McGuinness – I’ve done Soccer Aid with him before and I know he’s funny, he gets stuck in and he is hands on.

GRACE DENT – WALKED!

Claim to fame: MasterChef star and food critic. 

Phobias: Horrible people. 

Biggest misconception you want to dispel in the jungle: People think I am quite forthright and scary but I don’t think I am scary! Hopefully people will see this. 

Role in camp: Shoulder to cry on and I am a practical cook so I can help out. 

Aside from your family, what will you miss the most whilst in camp? My three cats and my make-up bag. I love a bit of glamour. 

Best & worst attributes: I would like to think I am funny! My worst quality is lack of sleep. I like my sleep. 

Dream camper: Queen Camilla. She would be very practical. And Madonna – she could perform tracks from her Greatest Hits tour! 

TONY BELLEW

Claim to fame: Former champion boxer

Phobias: Like most normal people, I am scared of almost everything.

Biggest misconception you want to dispel in the jungle: People will portray me as something I am not because of the profession I have had. I am just a normal person.

Role in camp: I’d like to think I am domesticated so hopefully I can help out.

Best & worst attributes: I do get hangry…who doesn’t! But I am easy going and I get on with everyone.

 

 

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