Just days into the new series, ITV's I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here! is at the centre of 'showmance' allegations, following a candid confession from rapper Aitch about his campmate, EastEnders actress Shona McGarty.
Shower Confession Sparks Romance Rumours
The drama unfolded during Friday's episode when the 25-year-old rapper was showering with fellow contestant Angry Ginge. It was there that Aitch opened up, revealing he has developed a 'soft spot' for the 34-year-old soap star. "I've got a bit of a soft spot for Shona, me," he admitted, setting the camp abuzz.
Viewers later saw the pair cosying up for a chat. Aitch sat down beside Shona, greeting her with a casual "Y'alright" before their conversation turned to the jungle menu. "What do you reckon we're eating today? I'm going to be honest I reckon it's some sort of funky animal," Aitch mused. Shona quipped, "Tadpoles arseholes? Something like that," which prompted a giggle from the musician.
Campmates and Fans Are Divided
The potential romance did not go unnoticed by the other celebrities. Late arrivals Vogue Williams and Tom Dean Wilson were seen discussing the pair, admitting they thought Aitch and Shona would make a good couple.
This opinion was mirrored by many fans on social media. Supporters of the potential couple wrote messages of encouragement, with one fan stating, "I'm rooting for Shona and aitch ❤️," while another exclaimed, "Omg we need a jungle romance."
However, a significant number of viewers expressed suspicion, labelling the budding connection a calculated 'showmance' orchestrated by producers. Skeptical comments flooded in, with one user writing, "Ah the Shona and Aitch chat is giving producer suggested showmance," and another asking, "Are they going to try matchmaking Shona and Aitch??"
Vogue's Bikini Debut Draws Mixed Reactions
Elsewhere in the episode, Vogue Williams, 40, made her jungle bikini debut, showcasing her incredibly toned physique and ripped six-pack as she took a dip in the creek. Fans were quick to praise the Irish podcaster's figure online, with one calling her six-pack "genuinely inspiring".
Yet, the moment turned contentious when Vogue admitted to campmate Ruby Wax that she felt "so ugly," a comment that many viewers perceived as fishing for compliments. Critics took to social media to express their annoyance, with one writing, "An attractive Vogue desperately wanting everyone to flat out call her attractive, just to boost her ego."
Ruby Wax was quick to reassure her, saying, "You're the prettiest person I've ever seen in my life." The conversation then turned to cosmetic procedures, with Vogue confessing she has permanent liner tattooed on her lips and 'loads of Botox', a revelation Ruby related to by sharing her own experiences.
Before entering the jungle, Vogue had voiced concerns about losing her fitness progress, specifically telling her podcast listeners, "I can't lose this ass that's taken so long to build." She vowed to hold impromptu gym classes in camp to maintain her hard-earned physique.
