Reality television star Gemma Collins launched a furious tirade against former world champion boxer David Haye following her arrival at the I'm A Celebrity All Stars camp on Wednesday. The 45-year-old former TOWIE personality, who missed out on a place in the main camp after losing a Bushtucker trial to Craig Charles, quickly vented her anger at the sportsman after he declared she should not be allowed water during the challenging eating task.
The Controversial Water Denial Incident
While attempting to consume eight Critter Canapes made from blended ant eggs on crackers, Gemma found the morsels particularly dry and asked if she could have a drink. David Haye immediately interjected, stating firmly that he did not believe contestants were permitted water until they had finished the entire dish. "Forget about the rules, rules are the rules," the boxer asserted, a comment that would ignite significant tension within the camp.
Gemma's Emotional Reaction and 'Evil' Accusation
In the subsequent episode, Gemma Collins shared her profound upset with fellow campmate Adam Thomas, expressing disbelief at David's stance. "I just can't get over that David Haye – instead of thinking, 'go on girl' – actually refused me water. That's evil," she declared emphatically. Despite Adam's attempts to downplay the incident and suggest she shouldn't dwell on it, Gemma remained adamant, retorting, "I can't get over it."
Adam Thomas tried to defend David by noting that his background was completely different from theirs, but this did little to mollify the reality star. Later that same day, Gemma shifted her focus to David Haye's personal life, initiating gossip about persistent media claims regarding his involvement in 'throuples' with other women.
Camp Gossip Turns to David Haye's Personal Life
Gemma Collins queried Adam Thomas about the boxer's motivations, asking, "He wants to win, he's in it to win it… do you think all that throuple stuff is true?" A stunned Adam replied, "What, him and two girls? You're lying!" while Gemma confidently added, "Honey, it's everywhere in the press! He's in a permanent throuple, the geezer."
Adam burst into laughter while fellow campmate Beverley Callard inquired, "Did you know this was a thing?" The Waterloo Road star then questioned whether 'throuple' was indeed the correct term for such arrangements. Unfazed, Gemma Collins affirmed, "Yes! Do you think he denies them water?" linking the personal gossip back to her earlier grievance.
Background on David Haye's Relationship Dynamics
David Haye has been in a relationship with partner Sian Osborne since 2020, and the pair are known to regularly spend time in what has been described as a 'throuple' configuration. They were previously linked to Saturdays star Una Healy and actress Helen Flanagan, though both women denied being in a throuple with the couple. Una Healy stated she only had a "lovely relationship" with the boxer, while Helen Flanagan confessed she "fell in love" with David but clarified the nature of their connection.
In 2023, David's friend Mica Jova criticized Una Healy for "trying to put a bad light" on David and Sian, defending them as "such good people" in an exclusive interview with the Daily Mail. This context adds layers to the camp discussions about the boxer's private life, which Gemma Collins eagerly brought to the forefront following their on-screen clash.
The All Stars Campmate Lineup
The I'm A Celebrity All Stars series features a notable roster of returning celebrities, each bringing their unique backgrounds and previous jungle experiences. Alongside Gemma Collins and David Haye, the camp includes:
- Ashley Roberts, 40, the 2012 runner-up and former Pussycat Doll
- Sir Mo Farah, 43, the legendary Olympic athlete who placed fifth in 2020
- Scarlett Moffatt, 35, the 2016 Queen of the Jungle and Gogglebox favourite
- Seann Walsh, 40, the comedian who finished fifth in 2022
- Sinitta, 62, the eighties popstar voted out second in 2011
- Jimmy Bullard, 47, the former footballer known as 'The Bulldog'
- Adam Thomas, 37, the actor who took third place in 2016
- Harry Redknapp, 79, the legendary football manager and 2018 King of the Jungle
- Craig Charles, 61, the actor who quit early in 2014
- Beverley Callard, 69, the actress who came tenth in 2020
This diverse ensemble ensures dramatic interactions and heightened tensions, as evidenced by the explosive confrontation between Gemma Collins and David Haye. The water denial incident and subsequent personal gossip have quickly become central talking points, showcasing the blend of physical challenges and interpersonal dynamics that define the I'm A Celebrity experience.
