Ashley Roberts described theI’m A Celebrity…South Africafinale as shockingly “unhinged,” revealing a tense atmosphere that overshadowed winner Adam Thomas’s victory.
Roberts found herself physically caught in the middle of the drama, positioned between James Haskell and David Haye on stage. She recounted a feeling of needing to actively avoid being struck by their animated gestures during a heated exchange.
The situation escalated when Haskell and Haye confronted Thomas about his reaction to Haskell’s elimination during a trial, nearly taking the actor with him. Roberts felt the confrontation quickly spiraled out of control, becoming “absolute chaos.”
She expressed sadness that Thomas couldn’t fully savor his win amidst the unfolding conflict. The celebratory moment was marred by the public airing of grievances, preventing a peaceful resolution.
Roberts lamented the lack of mature communication, stating that a simple discussion could have cleared the air. Instead, the finale devolved into “yelling and unfortunate behaviour,” leaving her deeply disappointed.
Beyond the spectacle of television, Roberts felt a pang of hurt witnessing the discord. She questioned the need for such behavior, especially considering the challenges faced by the contestants and the broader issues in the world.
She emphasized the shared, difficult experience endured by all participants, suggesting it should have fostered a more respectful and understanding environment. The finale, in her view, fell short of that expectation.
Roberts ultimately expressed her disappointment, acknowledging the show’s entertainment value but wishing for a more dignified conclusion to their shared journey.
