Ant and Dec Unveil Major Feud Between David Haye and Beverley Callard on I'm A Celeb
Television hosts Ant McPartlin and Dec Donnelly have revealed a significant clash between former boxer David Haye and Coronation Street star Beverley Callard on the upcoming I'm A Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here! South Africa series. The disclosure came during their popular Hanging Out podcast, where they discussed behind-the-scenes tensions.
Dec Donnelly's Favourite 'Beef' of the Series
Dec Donnelly, 50, explicitly highlighted the conflict, stating: "One of my favourite beefs of the whole series was just between David Haye and Beverley Callard. She just did not take... she was brilliant." This comment sets the stage for what promises to be a dramatic dynamic in the 'All Stars' edition airing tonight on ITV.
Scarlett Moffatt's Detailed Account of Haye's Behaviour
Podcast guest Scarlett Moffatt, 35, who also features in the new series, provided extensive insights into Haye's conduct. She described him as uniquely unconcerned, saying: "David Haye, oh my god. I've never met anybody like him in my life. He really doesn't care. Do you know what, that's actually part of his charm. I must admit that is what I was drawn to."
Moffatt elaborated on how she navigated his provocative remarks: "I just found him so fascinating but sometimes he'd say things and I'd sit on my hammock and I'd let him carry on a bit and then go I'm going after him now." She noted that other male campmates often avoided confronting him, prompting her to intervene: "Some of the blokes, howay like. I was waiting for them and then I go no, I don't think anyone else is going to, so I'm going to have to say something."
Callard's Unyielding Attitude and Haye's Background
Beverley Callard, 69, famed for her role as Liz McDonald, is portrayed as equally formidable. Moffatt remarked: "She just doesn't care either. We were in there with people who just give no s***s." This sets up a compelling showdown between two strong-willed personalities.
Dec Donnelly humorously referenced Haye's mother's advice, which the boxer evidently ignored: "He said to me what do your family think about you doing this. They said just be yourself. He went my mum said the opposite, she said be anybody but yourself. She said just do the trials and sit quiet." Dec added: "Well he didn't take her advice."
Historical Context and Series Details
Beverley Callard first appeared on I'm A Celebrity in 2020, filmed at Gwrych Castle due to COVID-19 restrictions, where she was eliminated fourth. David Haye participated in the 2012 series, finishing third and reportedly earning a substantial £165,000 appearance fee.
The current I'm A Celebrity South Africa series boasts an impressive lineup including:
- Mo Farah
- Seann Walsh
- Adam Thomas
- Craig Charles
- Harry Redknapp
- Sinitta
- Jimmy Bullard
- Gemma Collins
This revelation from Ant and Dec's podcast has heightened anticipation for the series, promising viewers intense interpersonal drama alongside the usual jungle trials.
