The fallout from the latest series of I'm A Celebrity...South Africa continues, as a source close to a campmate has revealed the strict terms of the contracts signed by contestants. The source told The Sun that one star felt they were being reminded of their contractual obligations, describing it as 'a rap over the knuckles'.
Details of the watertight agreements include a clause stating that contestants 'shall not at any time (without the specific prior consent of the ITV press and publicity team) knowingly divulge, publish any information in connection with this Agreement, the Programme, its production and exploitation, the Services, the other participants in the Programme, or trade secrets etc.' The source insisted that the show has 'absolute discretion and control' over the output.
The revelations come amid reports that boxer David Haye is considering suing ITV for up to £10 million, claiming that the edit caused 'irreparable damage to his brand'. The all-stars series, which was pre-recorded, saw tensions between Haye and winner Adam Thomas, with footballer Jimmy Bullard also leaving during a trial.
During the live final, Bullard explained that his contract included a '72-hour rule', meaning contestants must stay in the jungle for at least three days to receive their full fee. He said: 'If I go home and call Adam back with me, I get full pay... If I stay in and go back and pull the plug, I get a small percentage.' He added that he made a 'light bulb moment' decision to leave immediately.
Past contestants have reportedly received substantial fees, with Coleen Rooney rumoured to have been paid £1.5 million in 2024, while Nigel Farage was reported to have received a seven-figure sum the previous year. The franchise began in 2002 and has featured stars such as Kerry Katona, Katie Price, and Helen Flanagan.
