The budding romance between rapper Aitch and EastEnders actress Shona McGarty in the I'm A Celebrity...Get Me Out Of Here! jungle has received enthusiastic support from their inner circles, with friends and family weighing in on the potential relationship.
Manager Gives Her Verdict
Aitch's close friend and manager Via Culpan delivered her verdict on the rumoured romance as she arrived at Brisbane Airport to support the rapper during his jungle journey. When questioned about whether the pair would make a good couple, Via responded positively, stating: "They're both nice people. I'm not sure but yeah! I don't know."
However, she offered an alternative perspective, suggesting: "I personally think it's more of a brother-sister relationship." Via also praised Aitch's performance in the challenging environment, revealing: "He's smashed it, he's done so well. He was scared about the eating trials but he's smashed it."
Family Weighs In on Romance Rumours
The manager's comments follow similar observations from Shona's sister Camilla, who flew into Australia yesterday and shared her thoughts about the developing connection. Camilla expressed approval of Aitch, confirming: "He is a nice guy...I would definitely have him around for Christmas."
Despite the positive assessment, Camilla maintained a cautious approach to the romance speculation, noting: "I don't know if I see it romantically…it might just be a brother and sister relationship but I don't know...I don't think we have seen enough to make a definite decision on it."
Jungle Confession Sparks Excitement
The romance speculation ignited when Aitch confessed his feelings about Shona to fellow camper Angry Ginge at the end of last week, openly admitting: "I've got a bit of a soft spot for Shona, me." This revelation prompted show hosts Ant and Dec to express their enthusiasm for a potential jungle romance this series.
Dec described being "shell-shocked" by Aitch's comments when watching the scenes before they aired on Friday night, while Ant added: "It's been a while since we've had a proper romance on this show. We'd love to see it....we would celebrate it."
Both celebrities enter the jungle as singles, with Shona having split from her musician fiancé David Bracken earlier this year. Insiders describe the separation as amicable, noting that David recently wished her well for the jungle experience on social media. Similarly, Aitch ended his relationship with Lois Cottam before entering the reality show.
Fans Embrace Potential Couple
Viewers have enthusiastically embraced the possibility of a romance between the two celebrities, with social media buzzing immediately after the scenes aired. One fan commented: "Aitch and Shona have chem... Just saying. #ImACeleb," while another added: "Aitch and Shona would make a lovely couple! #ImaCeleb."
A third supporter penned: "#ImACeleb I definitely can see Aitch and Shona together," demonstrating the widespread audience approval for the potential pairing. The developing relationship continues to be one of the most talked-about storylines in this year's series.
I'm A Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here! continues tonight at 9pm on ITV1 and ITVX, with viewers eagerly watching for further developments in what could become the latest jungle love story.
