Former England footballer turned television presenter Alex Scott has made a surprising confession about ignoring one of Britain's most respected documentary makers.
The Drumsheds Encounter
Alex Scott revealed on I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! that she had an unexpected encounter with Louis Theroux at London's famous Drumsheds nightclub. The documentary filmmaker approached Scott and paid her a heartfelt compliment about her television work, leaving the usually confident presenter feeling completely overwhelmed.
Scott admitted that Theroux's praise left her feeling 'blown away' by his kind words about her broadcasting career. The meeting occurred before her appearance in the ITV reality show, where she made the startling revelation to her fellow campmates.
The Ghosting Confession
Following their initial meeting, Louis Theroux took the step of messaging the former Arsenal player, but Scott confessed she never replied to his message. She explained that feeling nervous and unusually shy prevented her from responding to the esteemed broadcaster.
The incident clearly still weighs on Scott's conscience, as she told her campmates that she feels 'ashamed' about her decision to ghost the celebrated documentary maker. Her admission provides a rare glimpse into the vulnerabilities that even successful television personalities can experience when meeting their professional idols.
Reflection and Regret
Scott's revelation during the Wednesday 26 November 2025 episode of I'm a Celebrity highlights how moments of self-doubt can affect even the most accomplished individuals. Her honest account of being starstruck by Theroux's approval demonstrates that confidence issues can strike unexpectedly, regardless of one's own success in the public eye.
The incident serves as a reminder that even television professionals can find themselves overwhelmed when receiving praise from figures they admire within the industry. Scott's willingness to share this story publicly shows her commitment to authenticity, even when it means admitting to moments she now regrets.
