Jimmy Bullard is reportedly considering suing ITV after a chaotic I'm A Celebrity final, feeling he has been 'scapegoated' over his row with Adam Thomas during the Rancid Run trial.
Row Erupts in Final Episode
During last night's final episode of the All Stars series, the former footballer confronted Adam Thomas for what is believed to be the first time in six months. The exchange quickly escalated when Jimmy accused Adam of being 'abusive, aggressive and intimidating.' He then sought the opinions of hosts Ant McPartlin and Dec Donnelly, but was dissatisfied with Ant's response.
A source revealed: 'He wanted everyone to see the shocking unedited version of the fight. Adam swore at him multiple times and most bystanders were shocked by his actions, so Jimmy felt it was the last chance for viewers to see the full extent of his behaviour.'
Disappointment with Hosts and Fellow Contestants
Jimmy was also disappointed that Gemma Collins appeared to side with Adam during the show. The source added: 'He was hugely disappointed in Ant and Dec for appearing to take Adam's side and feels like he has been made a scapegoat. Jimmy isn't an angry person but he will stand up for what's right. He was also disappointed his show buddy Gemma sided with Adam despite not even being present during their row. He thinks it feels performative on her part.'
Jimmy is now talking to lawyers and reviewing his ITV contract to explore grounds for legal action. An ITV spokesman stated: 'We showed an accurate and fair representation of events.'
Gemma Collins Doubles Down
Gemma Collins reinforced her stance on Instagram this morning, praising Adam. She wrote: 'THE WINNER @adamthomas21. What a show up !!! Absolutely disgusted with Jimmy and David's behaviour the biggest show up in tv history !!! What an EMBARRASSMENT ! To all who took part in the show it was a discredit to the production crew cast Ant and Dec biggest disrespect ever !!! Last night was meant to be a celebration instead it was very upsetting !! X Let's hope Adam will find some energy to absorb his victory ! X'
Jimmy's On-Air Accusations
During the episode, Jimmy said: 'Listen, Adam and all of you can be upset with me and I absolutely threw him under the bus, I get it and I'll wear that. But what I don't stand on, is someone being abusive, aggressive and intimidating, I don't stand on that.' He then addressed Ant and Dec: 'You were there and you didn't show any of that footage. You didn't show any of the C-bombs, it's a liberty.' Ant responded: 'The reason we didn't air the C-bomb is because that is unbroadcastable. I was there and I didn't think it was intimidating. I was there Jim.'
Adam later apologised: 'I take full responsibility for my actions and yes emotions were definitely running high in that moment. I have nothing but love for Jimmy in that moment. I have apologised to Jimmy on numerous occasions and I do take everything that he is saying into account and the only thing I can do is apologise. That is not how I want to show myself off and I have never shown myself off like that before or after that. I do apologise Jimmy.'
