I'm A Celeb star Nick Pickard reveals reason Jamie Lynn Spears quit

I’m A Celebrity star Nick Pickard claims Jamie Lynn Spears quit following 48 hours of non-stop rain – after she left the show on medical grounds

Jamie Lynn Spears quit I’m a Celebrity after 48 hours of non-stop rain in the jungle, the show’s latest evictee Nick Pickard has revealed.

Britney Spears’s younger sister, 32, sensationally left the camp last Wednesday claiming it was on ‘medical grounds’ but Nick has now disclosed that the stormy weather pushed her over the edge.

The Hollyoaks star, 48, said: ‘We had 12 days of rain and once for 48 hours it did not stop. That was the night Jamie Lynn went. She had told them before that she was going on her medical grounds.’

Viewers had seen the Disney child star cry on numerous occassions in the jungle as she told how she was missing her daughters Maddie, 15, and Ivey, five, which contributed to her swift departure.

ITV bosses previously told the Mail they were desperately hoping for a spell of good weather to boost morale after thunderstorms lashed the jungle for two weeks.

Jamie Lynn Spears quit I’m a Celebrity after 48 hours of non-stop rain in the jungle, the show’s latest evictee Nick Pickard has revealed

Britney Spears ‘s younger sister, 32, sensationally left the camp last Wednesday claiming it was on ‘medical grounds’ but Nick has now disclosed that the stormy weather pushed her over the edge

Nick confirmed on Thursday that the awful conditions on this year’s show played a factor in the Zoey 101 actress’ departure.

Speaking about the night that Jamie Lynn quit, the actor said: ‘That was the worst night by far because it was 48 hours nonstop.

‘When the lightning comes to camp, you have to go into the Bush Telegraph because it’s the only place reinforced with steel.

‘So we were all in there for ages and that’s when Jamie Lynn had the old “oh my God” moment.’

Earlier that day, Jamie Lynn appeared near breaking point as she said: ‘I hate it here so much. I hate it, I hate it, I hate it here.

‘This place is where people go to have the worst days of their lives.’

It was alleged exit talks were ongoing for days prior between ITV executives and her management, who were able to support her for 11 days on the show – delaying her leaving.

Jamie Lynn appeared in the finale of Dancing with the Stars on Tuesday night despite claiming to have withdrawn from the I’m a Celebrity on ‘medical grounds’.

The Hollyoaks star, 48, said: ‘We had 12 days of rain and once for 48 hours it did not stop. That was the night Jamie Lynn went. She had told them before that she was going on her medical grounds’

Nick confirmed on Thursday that the awful conditions on this year’s show played a factor in the Zoey 101 actress’ departure

She shared a picture of herself reuniting with pro dancer Alan Bersten, writing: ‘Still not 100% but I had to show up for my guy.’

ITV bosses were aware she quit from celebrity SAS after just three weeks on the show earlier in the year and took dim view of the decision.

Nick was greeted by his girlfriend Sarah Corrin on the bridge on Wednesday, after he became the latest campmate to be eliminated.

He lost out to Josie Gibson in the public vote after they both unexpectedly came in the bottom two.

As he walked across the iconic bridge, he was reunited with his girlfriend Sarah, who embraced him in a sweet hug.

The couple live together in Liverpool but their relationship has remained out of the public eye. 

They have been dating for several years and Sarah was the first family member to arrive in Australia last week to support Nick.

Nick was greeted by his girlfriend Sarah Corrin on the bridge on Wednesday, after he became the latest campmate to be eliminated 

He lost out to Josie Gibson in the public vote after they both unexpectedly came in the bottom two 

As he walked across the iconic bridge, he was reunited with his girlfriend Sarah, who embraced him in a sweet hug

She told MailOnline she has been begging family and friends to vote the soap star for his first Bushtucker Trial.

‘I’ve still yet to see him do a Bushtucker Trial and all my friends and family are like, “What shall we do?” And I keep saying, “Vote! Vote” and people are like you’re not meant to vote him in but I think we are! I think he’d enjoy it,’ she said.

Nick is the longest-running soap actor on Hollyoaks – playing Tony Hutchinson for 28 years and Sarah said: ‘It’s nice people get to see the Nick part of him and not just Tony. But you haven’t seen all of him yet. 

‘I’ve wanted him to do it for years. He’s very competitive and a good team player so that’s why I’ve always said, out of all the things he could do, I’m A Celebrity would be a good one for him.’

‘I’m really surprised I haven’t seen him have a hunger tantrum. He is the most positive upbeat person you’ll ever meet but don’t mess with him and his food.

‘When people are going off for the Trials he’s like ‘Don’t worry if you don’t get all the stars’ but I know on the inside he’s like inside, ‘You have to get all the stars’.’

This week Sarah said she is also enjoying Nick’s newfound status after noticing his popularity surge on TikTok, with a number of videos being made about ‘fit Nick.’

She told MailOnline: ‘I’ve had people sending me stuff saying that Nick is a heartthrob. Which is a surprise, well, not a surprise to me because I think he’s gorgeous but he’s got a whole new following.’

The couple have been dating for several years and live together in Liverpool but their relationship has remained out of the public eye (pictured together in 2022)

Sarah was the first family member to arrive in Australia last week to support Nick and told MailOnline she has been begging family and friends to vote the soap star for his first Bushtucker Trial

This week Sarah said she is also enjoying Nick’s newfound status after noticing his popularity surge on TikTok , with a number of videos being made about ‘fit Nick’ (pictured on Hollyoaks) 

Though he has not had much airtime, Nick has caught the eye of viewers who shared their admiration of him on TikTok, branding him the ‘fittest’ on this year’s show.

Clips edited on the social media platform of Nick on the show are reaching up to 30,000 likes with people commenting, ‘Wow, I’m in love with him.’

Sarah continued: ‘This girl put up a poll on Instagram. One option was “I find Nick weirdly fit” and the majority had clicked that.’

‘I commented that I agreed but said “less of the weird please”,’ she joked.

‘Then she privately messaged me and must have seen my Instagram supporting him and said: “Oh, are you a fan?”.

After his exit on Wednesday, Nick joined Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly to look back on his jungle journey.

He grinned as he arrived to speak to the co-hosts and admitted he was happy to be leaving because he felt like his time on the show had come to an end.

He revealed it was his family who persuaded him to go on the ITV show as he said he was pleased to have finally taken part after more than 20 years on Hollyoaks. 

After his exit on Wednesday, Nick joined Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly to look back on his jungle journey

 He grinned as he arrived to speak to the co-hosts and admitted he was happy to be leaving because he felt like his time on the show had come to an end

‘I’ve never been asked before, it was an honour to be asked… it was great, it was so much fun,’ he gushed.

‘For me, I did the show for my family, they all wanted me to do it. I’ve never been asked before and it’s a lifetime experience. I didn’t do it to show who I am, I know who I am and that’s what’s important.’ 

Nick added that he is rooting for Made In Chelsea’s Sam Thompson to win the 2023 series as he heaped praise on his campmate and co-chef.

‘[Sam] deserves it, well they all deserve it, but he does and I think he really wants to… Sam’s the lifeblood in there, it would be the same without him, he’s got so much energy,’ Nick said.

I’m A Celebrity 2023: Meet the campmates

NIGEL FARAGE

Claim to fame: Former leader of the UK Independence Party  and leader of the Brexit Party.

Phobias: Nobody likes rats, snakes and I am dreading anything to do with heights.

Biggest misconception you want to dispel?: I have been demonised over the years and so it will be nice to show people I am not nasty. 

Role in camp: Lead on starting up plenty of campfire discussions. 

Aside from your family, what will you miss the most whilst in camp?: A pint in the pub and the news. 

Best & worst attributes: I hope to cheer people up when they are down. Worst? I am impatient and I do snore. 

Dream camper: As a controversial political media figure, I never name names… But I am looking forward to meeting interesting people from all different fields 

DANIELLE HAROLD

Claim to fame: EastEnders actress.

Phobias: Rats. I hate them! 

Biggest misconception you want to dispel in the jungle?: I can be a little ditzy at times but I am definitely not a ‘dumb blonde’. I want to show I can do the trials, challenges and get stuck in. 

Role in camp: Shoulder to cry on, help others if they are feeling low in camp. 

Aside from family, what will you miss most whilst in camp?: Snacking. I am a little muncher and I am going to miss my morning cup of tea, too! 

Best & worst attributes: I’d like to think I will be good if people are really struggling. I am not, however, very good at being bored, nor am I a morning person either. 

Dream camper: Ed Sheeran. If he brings his guitar into camp, he can sing for us.

FRED SIRIEIX – VOTED OUT!

Claim to fame: First Dates star.

Phobias: I am scared of everything. I am dying to find out how vile the food will be! 

Biggest misconception you want to dispel in the jungle?: I don’t think there is anything but I am looking forward to learning more about myself during my time in the camp. 

Role in camp: I will definitely muck in with all the jobs. I don’t mind cooking or cleaning the toilets. 

Aside from your family, what will you miss the most whilst in camp? My bed. It’s super comfy. I will also miss a cup of coffee in the morning. 

Best & worst attributes: I like to have fun but I do snore and I am impatient! 

Dream camper: It’s going to be nice to meet everyone but I’d love to see Dolly Parton, The Rock or Snoop Dog in there.

NELLA ROSE – VOTED OUT!

Claim to fame: YouTuber and Catfish UK star. 

Phobias: I am fearful of everything! 

Biggest misconception you want to dispel in the jungle? I am a pretty open book. 

Role in camp: Keep the morale and humour high.

Aside from your family, what will you miss the most whilst in camp? My phone… I am always on it! 

Dream camper: Alison Hammond or Adele. 

NICK PICKARD – VOTED OUT!

Claim to fame: Hollyoaks star. 

Phobias: I am a bit scared of the dark. When you go to the House of Horrors at Halloween and things jump out at you, I am not very good when I can’t see! 

Biggest misconception you want to dispel in the jungle: It will be nice to go in as me and not as my Hollyoaks character. 

Role in camp: Grafter or chef, I am quite good at cooking. But I’ve never cooked on a fire before. Aside from family, what will you miss most whilst in camp: Football and my creature comforts. 

Best & worst attributes: I’d like to think I am a nice person and a good team player. I am not lazy but I do have a few bad habits like picking my nose. My girlfriend has been trying to train me to stop! 

Dream camper: Sir Alex Ferguson or Neil Warnock. 

FRANKIE DETTORI – VOTED OUT!

Claim to fame: Champion Jockey

Phobias: I am not sure as I don’t walk across rooftop planks in the middle of the day nor do I have any snakes or rats in the house!

Biggest misconception you want to dispel in the jungle: None. I’ve lived in the public domain for as long as I can remember so I’d hope everyone knows me well.

Role in camp: To have fun with everyone, I am a happy-go- lucky person.

Aside from your family, what will you miss the most whilst in camp? Travelling. I have spent my whole life at airports and I’ve got to like it!

Best & worst attributes: I am outgoing and I am a fighter. Worst? I can’t sit still and I am impatient.

Dream camper: Robbie Williams would be fun.

JAMIE LYNN SPEARS – WALKED!

Claim to fame: Zoey 101 and Sweet Magnolias star.

 Phobias: I am scared of everything.

Biggest misconception you want to dispel in the jungle?: I think this is a nice chance to show who I really am.

Role in camp: Hopefully I will be the one who can support everyone. 

Aside from family, what will you miss the most whilst in camp? A normal bathroom, air conditioning and my bed. 

Best & worst attributes: I think my best quality is it takes a lot to hurt my feelings; but I am impatient and my family would say I get in a bad mood a lot. 

Dream camper: Nicole Kidman, she is my favourite actress in the whole wide world, or Reece Witherspoon.

SAM THOMPSON

Claim to fame: Made In Chelsea star and radio presenter. 

Phobias: I am not a creepy crawly guy and I hate anyone or anything touching my neck. 

Biggest misconception you want to dispel in the jungle?: Since the age of 21, I’ve spent my whole life on TV and so I feel whether people have a good or bad opinion of me, it’s probably warranted!

Role in camp: I’m a ‘yes’ man so cooking, cleaning I will do whatever they want me to do. 

Aside from family, what will you miss most whilst in camp?: I know this sounds lame but gaming. 

Best & worst attributes: I’d like to think I am the court jester and I don’t take things too seriously, so if anyone is having a bad day I would like to put a smile on their face. Worst? I am quite forgetful and I am bad at focusing on things. 

Dream camper: Stephen Fry. I think I would self-combust if he was going in the jungle! 

JOSIE GIBSON

Claim to fame: This Morning presenter.

Phobias: Insects and I freeze every time I see a spider and I am not sure what I am going to do if I am in a trial with them! 

Biggest misconception you want to dispel in the jungle?: I would like people to know I am very clever at knowing useless information! 

Role in camp: Mum. I am very motherly and I also love chatting to people. 

Aside from family, what will you miss most whilst in camp?: Getting up to blow dry my hair and putting a bit of make-up on! 

Best & worst attributes: I am an optimist and I love meeting people from all walks of life. Worst? I can be quite nosey and I am worried about my temper if I am too hungry. 

Dream camper: Dawn French, I love her. 

MARVIN HUMES

Claim to fame: JLS star.

Phobias: Heights. I have pulled out of a skydive with JLS in the past because I was too scared! 

Biggest misconception you want to dispel in the jungle: To show I am not just a member of a boy band. It will be nice for people to learn more about me. 

Role in camp: I’d like to think I will be a shoulder to cry on and a mediator. 

Aside from family, what will you miss most whilst in camp?: My fantasy football app! I am obsessed with it! Four weeks without music is a long time, too. 

Best & worst attributes: I’ve got three children under the age of ten and you definitely need a lot of patience for that! Worst? Rochelle would probably say I get ‘hangry’ if I don’t have enough food. 

Dream camper: Paddy McGuinness – I’ve done Soccer Aid with him before and I know he’s funny, he gets stuck in and he is hands on.

GRACE DENT – WALKED!

Claim to fame: MasterChef star and food critic. 

Phobias: Horrible people. 

Biggest misconception you want to dispel in the jungle: People think I am quite forthright and scary but I don’t think I am scary! Hopefully people will see this. 

Role in camp: Shoulder to cry on and I am a practical cook so I can help out. 

Aside from your family, what will you miss the most whilst in camp? My three cats and my make-up bag. I love a bit of glamour. 

Best & worst attributes: I would like to think I am funny! My worst quality is lack of sleep. I like my sleep. 

Dream camper: Queen Camilla. She would be very practical. And Madonna – she could perform tracks from her Greatest Hits tour! 

TONY BELLEW

Claim to fame: Former champion boxer

Phobias: Like most normal people, I am scared of almost everything.

Biggest misconception you want to dispel in the jungle: People will portray me as something I am not because of the profession I have had. I am just a normal person.

Role in camp: I’d like to think I am domesticated so hopefully I can help out.

Best & worst attributes: I do get hangry…who doesn’t! But I am easy going and I get on with everyone.

 

 

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