Key Highlights
- Kelly Brook faces a tense showdown with Ant and Dec on ‘I’m a Celebrity.’
- The feud between Kelly Brook and Ant & Dec dates back to their time working together on Britain’s Got Talent in 2009.
- Kelly was reportedly sacked from her role as a judge, sparking a bitter fallout with the presenters.
- Despite the animosity, Kelly accepted a high six-figure deal for ‘I’m a Celebrity’ and hopes for a positive outcome this time around.
The Tense Showdown: Kelly Brook vs. Ant & Dec on ‘I’m A Celebrity’
Kelly Brook is stepping into the jungle of ‘I’m a Celebrity’ with a mix of anticipation and apprehension, as she prepares to face off against long-time rivals Ant and Dec.
A Bitter Past: Sacked from Britain’s Got Talent
Back in 2009, Kelly Brook joined the prestigious judging panel for ITV’s ‘Britain’s Got Talent,’ alongside presenters Ant and Dec. However, her time on the show was cut short when she was unexpectedly sacked after just six days into her new job.
The reason behind her sudden exit was initially attributed to the failure of the show’s “four-judge” format by Simon Cowell. But Kelly had a different take, slamming Ant and Dec for “ruining her career” in an interview with The Sun. This marked the beginning of a long-standing feud between the stars.
Ant & Dec’s Account: A Humiliating Question
In their 2010 autobiography, ‘Ooh! What a Lovely Pair: Our Story,’ Ant and Dec recount the moment they discovered Kelly had been axed. According to Dec, “Kelly looked nervous, so I told her it was going to be great fun and to just relax and enjoy it.
She nodded, then looked at me and said, ‘And what do you do on the show?’ I looked at Simon, who was sat next to me, he turned to Kelly and said, ‘Kelly, you have seen the show, haven’t you?’ To which she replied, ‘Yeah… well, bits.’”
Dec’s account reveals how the question posed by Kelly was a dagger to their hearts. The incident led to a crisis meeting with Simon Cowell, where Ant and Dec were told that four judges didn’t work for the show.
The Unlikely Comeback: Kelly’s Decision to Reunite
Despite the initial fallout, Kelly accepted a lucrative six-figure deal to star in ‘I’m a Celebrity,’ hoping it would be her chance to redeem herself and prove that she can work positively with Ant and Dec. Speaking about the decision, she stated, “It’s a great opportunity and a once in a lifetime adventure… It was obviously a tricky moment because she was removed from that job within days of starting and it could have totally derailed her career.”
A friend close to Kelly added, “She loves adventure, always has done. She did Celebrity Race Across The World last year and it really solidified her desire to travel more and keep challenging herself.”
Anticipation for a Positive Reunion: A New Chapter?
While the past is full of tension and animosity, both Kelly and Ant & Dec are set to work together in close proximity. According to TV insider Amanda Devlin, “After having such bad blood for so long, it’ll be interesting to keep an eye on their body language and whether there’s any subtle swipes made between them on air.” Despite the history of tension, both stars hope that this new chapter will allow them to work together positively.
The ‘I’m a Celebrity’ launch is set for Sunday, and viewers are eagerly awaiting to see how Kelly and Ant & Dec navigate their reunion. The show’s producers believe it’s an opportunity for all three to work on something positive together, but the tension between the stars may still be palpable, even off-screen.
