Scarlett Moffatt Left Gobsmacked by David Haye's Controversial Girlfriend Description
I'm A Celebrity star Scarlett Moffatt was left in utter shock during the ITV show's South Africa spin-off, as fellow campmate David Haye bragged about dating a 'lovely' woman with what he termed 'the personality of a proper ugly bird'. The pair are among the returning famous faces competing in the special series, where the winner will be crowned an I'm A Celebrity Legend. In a preview for tonight's episode airing on April 13, the former professional boxer, aged 45, discussed his girlfriend Sian Osborne with the group, sparking immediate controversy.
David Haye's Startling Comments on Girlfriend Sian Osborne
David Haye began by suggesting it would be good to get everyone together after the show, mentioning that Sian can cook for up to 60 people during parties in Costa Rica. When Pussycat Dolls star Ashley Roberts interjected to ask 'Who is this woman?', Haye described her as 'Tall, blue eyes...'. Sinitta then remarked that she sounds 'drop dead gorgeous', to which Haye replied with the now-infamous line: 'She's lovely, she's got the personality of a proper ugly bird.'
A gobsmacked Scarlett Moffatt immediately chimed in, exclaiming 'You can't say that, David! You can't say that', while laughing in disbelief. As Scarlett and Ashley pressed him on what he meant, Haye attempted to clarify his comments, stating that 'Most ugly girls realise they've got to have a personality to banter, tell jokes and s**t.' He elaborated further, suggesting that people overlook the fact they are not aesthetically amazing straight away, referencing what he called 'Ugly Duckling Syndrome'.
Haye explained his theory by saying 'When girls are ugly when they start off, then get pretty as they get older. But they've still got the personality of when they're ugly.' Ashley Roberts responded by looking down and remarking 'Oh, dear God...', highlighting the awkwardness of the conversation. This exchange has quickly become a focal point of the episode, showcasing the unpredictable dynamics within the celebrity camp.
Gemma Collins' Hammock Mishap Adds Comic Relief
Elsewhere in the same episode, Gemma Collins provided comic relief when she crashed to the ground after falling out of a hammock. As the camp settled down for the evening, Gemma, aged 45, tried to sit on the hammock but it swung backwards, leaving her legs up in the air as she tumbled. While the rest of the camp laughed at the mishap, David Haye rushed over to help her up, telling her 'That's a terrible start.'
Gemma gasped 'Oh, David, oh my God,' as she rolled on the floor trying to get up, with former Gogglebox star Scarlett Moffatt, 35, shouting 'Get the camera!' Adam Thomas checked in from across the camp, asking 'Are you alright, Gem?' to which she replied 'I'm fine, I've had a lot worse falls, oh, thank you David.' Haye then encouraged her to 'take it nice and steady' as he helped her back into the hammock, prompting more laughter from Adam and Scarlett.
Scarlett later told Gemma 'We were nearly crying over here missing our kids, I’m on top of the world now,' after composing herself. Gemma concluded the incident by saying 'David Haye came to my rescue. I’m winning at life!' This light-hearted moment contrasted sharply with the earlier controversial discussion, showcasing the varied tone of the show.
New Campmates and Kingdom Split Announced
In other developments from the episode, hosts Ant and Dec revealed that the celebrities will be split into two kingdoms: The Lions and The Rhinos. They explained that over the next few days, the teams will compete head-to-head in trials and challenges, with only the winning kingdom eating dinner while the losers survive on rice and beans. Dec stated 'Every good kingdom needs a king,' before introducing two new campmates arriving in a carriage.
Jimmy Bullard and Harry Redknapp emerged from inside the train, taking their places on two thrones to lead the respective teams. This new twist adds a competitive edge to the series, promising more drama and entertainment as the celebrities vie for the legendary title. I'm A Celebrity... South Africa continues tonight at 9pm on ITV1 and ITVX, with viewers eagerly anticipating further revelations and interactions among the stars.
