Ashley Roberts described theI’m A Celebrity…South Africafinale as deeply unsettling, comparing the atmosphere to a chaotic episode ofJerry Springer. The singer revealed a palpable tension that overshadowed what should have been a celebratory moment for winner Adam Thomas.
Roberts felt caught in the crossfire, physically positioned between David Haye and Roy Keane, who she believes arrived with a pre-determined agenda. Their focus wasn’t on reflection, but on reigniting past conflicts, creating an environment of intense animosity.
She vividly recalled fearing for her safety, describing attempts to “dodge big man hands flying in her face” and a genuine concern she might be struck. The stage quickly devolved into “absolute chaos,” a far cry from the joyful culmination of a shared experience.
The fallout, Roberts explained, robbed Thomas of the chance to fully savor his victory. He had already endured a difficult time in the jungle, and the public confrontation prevented any possibility of a mature discussion or resolution.
Roberts expressed profound disappointment, stating her “heart hurt” witnessing such behavior. She felt it was particularly disheartening given the challenges facing the world, and that the cast members could have chosen a more respectful path after enduring a shared, grueling experience.
She emphasized the importance of treating each other with dignity, even within the context of a television show designed for entertainment. The finale, in her view, fell short of that standard, leaving a lingering sense of regret.
Roberts ultimately felt the situation was a missed opportunity for closure and adult conversation, replaced instead by “yelling and unfortunate behaviour” that detracted from the spirit of the show and the accomplishment of its winner.
