I’m A Celeb star Nigel Farage’s most shocking moments: From stripping off in the jungle to Brexit and his bombshell love life ahead of ITV final
Controversial political Nigel Farage has defied the odds and could soon be crowned King of the Jungle on Sunday after reaching the I’m A Celebrity…Get Me Out Of Here! final.
The former UKIP leader, 59, has become an unlikely favourite amongst viewers and is said to be using his success from the show to relaunch his political career – much to the dismay and delight of many.
Hosts Ant & Dec even called for the ITV show to take a break from including politician’s in the line-up following Farage’s 1.5M signing.
Within the final three Sam Thompson, 31, is currently bookies favourite to walk away champion with 4/11, Nigel pulls up the rear with odds of 9/2 after boxer Tony Bellew’s 4/1.
The former MEP and Brexit fan has found himself engulfed in many a controversy over his long career, so here is a look at some of his most shocking moments….
Controversial political Nigel Farage, 59, has defied the odds and could soon be crowned King of the Jungle on Sunday after reaching the I’m A C eleb rity…Get Me Out Of Here! final
The former UKIP leader has become an unlikely favourite amongst viewers and is said to be using his success from the show to relaunch his political career – much to the dismay and delight of many (pictured in 2016)
The former MEP and Brexit fan has found himself engulfed in many a controversy over his long career, so here is a look at some of his most shocking moments… (pictured in 2017)
Stripping naked in the jungle
Nigel Farage caused a quite stir at ITV following his ‘attention-seeking’ tactics in the jungle which saw him stripping completely naked on a number of occasions.
His team fired off a legal letter to ITV bosses for showing him naked in the I’m A Celebrity jungle shower.
His furious aides claim there is an ‘indecency’ clause in his contract which bans the channel from showing footage of him nude.
Yet former campmate Frankie Dettori has revealed that Nigel’s nudity was in breach of the rules, with show bosses telling the stars to keep their underwear on.
Speaking after he became the first star to be voted out of the Jungle, Frankie admitted he was bewildered to learn Nigel’s bare bottom had been viewed by millions.
Speaking to MailOnline, Frankie said: ‘Really? The shower is miles away from the camp so we didn’t know what was going on, I’m not going to spy on Nigel’s butt.
‘Really? We were told to keep our swimmers on!’
Nigel Farage caused a quite stir at ITV following his ‘attention-seeking’ tactics in the jungle w hich saw him stripping completely naked on a number of occasions
His team fired off a legal letter to ITV bosses for showing him naked in the I’m A Celebrity jungle shower
Yet former campmate Frankie Dettori has revYet former campmate Frankie Dettori has revealed that Nigel’s nudity was in breach of the rules, with show bosses telling the stars to keep their underwear on
Nigel’s 18-year-old daughter Izzy has also spoken out about the nudity, admitting his family warned him about washing naked in the camp.
When asked how she felt about millions seeing her father nude, she told MailOnline: ‘We did warn him! We did say people get filmed in the shower.
‘But, hey, he’s a confident guy, he’s confident in himself so fair play, fair play.’
Despite warnings from producers and loved ones, Nigel hasn’t been deterred from stripping off.
Brexit
Nigel was Leader of the UK Independence Party (UKIP) from 2006 to 2009 and again in 2010 until 2016, before going on to lead the Brexit and later renamed Reform party.
He entered the world stage as the face the Brexit movement and the UK leaving the European Union, which occurred following a referendum in 2016, even becoming pals with former president Donald Trump.
Nigel found himself embraced and reviled in equal measure as a result of his work and was even pelted with a milkshake in Newcastle in 2019.
Nigel was Leader of the UK Independence Party (UKIP) from 2006 to 2009 and again in 2010 until 2016, before going on to lead the Brexit and later renamed Reform party (pictured in 2018)
Nigel (R) entered the world stage as a face the Brexit movement and the UK leaving the European Union , which occurred following a referendum in 2016, even becoming pals with former president Donald Trump.(L) pictured in 2020
Nigel found himself embraced and reviled in equal measure as a result of his work and was even pelted with a milkshake in Newcastle in 2019 (pictured)
The former politician was involved in the disaster when his aircraft nosedived after a Vote UKIP banner accidentally wrapped around the tail (pictured)
He =was also injured when his plane crashed to the ground during a terrifying accident in 2010.
The aircraft nosedived after a Vote UKIP banner accidentally wrapped around the tail.
Nigel was left so badly injured that he underwent a neck reconstruction and had his leg in a plaster cast for a year.
During during his time in the jungle he told Josie Gibson about how he still feels the effects, including difficulty using his right hand as a result of a bruised spinal cord.
He also revealed how he thought about multiple women before the aeroplane hit the ground.
‘Secret’ girlfriend Laure Ferrari
Nigel keeps his personal life out of the public eye until long term girlfriend Laure Ferrari went public with their relationship as jetted off down under in preparation to meet him.
He previously split from Kirsten Mehr in 2017 after 18 years of marriage. They have two daughters, Isabelle, 18, and Victoria, 23.
Nigel keeps his personal life out of the public eye until long term girlfriend Laure Ferrari (pictured) went public with their relationship as jetted off down under in preparation to meet him
He previously split from Kirsten Mehr in 2017 after 18 years of marriage. They have two daughters, Isabelle, 18, and Victoria, 23 (Kirsten pictured in 2015)
He met the French right wing politician, 44, around this time when she was working as a waitress in Strasbourg.
After the exchange with the then 28-year-old, Nigel appointed her as a parliamentary assistant in charge of environmental issues in the UK – her first job in politics.
From there she was made PR director of Nigel’s parliamentary group Europe of Freedom and Direct Democracy in 2009 and eventually worked for the French nationalist party.
In 2017 – right when she moved in with Nigel as a ‘lodger’ – she headed up a Eurosceptic think tank which was accused of illegally diverting £400,000 of public money to UKIP – before the UK General Election and Brexit referendum.
Despite the yawning gap in their ages and roles, Laure told MailOnline: ‘I was first attracted to Nigel’s values as a man. He has loyalty, empathy and never breaks his promises. I find that very attractive.’
Accusations of racism
Known for his strict immigration stance, Nigel was previously accused of of having been a racist when he was a schoolboy – accusations the politician strongly denied.
In 2013 Channel Four News broadcasted comments from teachers at Dulwich College that the teenage Farage was a ‘fascist’ and a ‘racist’ when a pupil at the private London school in the late 1970s and early 1980s.
A letter from 1981 claims Nigel was even heard ‘shouting Hitler Youth songs’. The claims did not prevent him being appointed as a prefect at the school.
Known for his strict immigration stance, Nigel was previously accused of of having been a racist when he was a schoolboy – accusations the politician strongly denied (pictured 2019)
Nigel was also slammed by Jewish groups for forming a pact with far-right Polish politician Robert Iwaszkiewicz who has been branded a Holocaust denier (pictured 2013)
In 2022 football pundit Gary Neville (pictured) furiously branded him a ‘f*****g idiot’ in a foul-mouth Tweet.
Speaking about the accusations he said: ‘Yes of course I said some ridiculous things, not necessarily racist things. It depends how you define it.
Nigel was also slammed by Jewish groups for forming a pact with far-right Polish politician Robert Iwaszkiewicz who has been branded a Holocaust denier.
In 2022 football pundit Gary Neville furiously branded him a ‘f*****g idiot’ in a foul-mouth Tweet.
Writing: “I can’t believe this f*****g idiot has been prominent in politics in this country for the last few years, He’s divisive, dangerous and a disgrace to the UK.
Breastfeeding backlash
Nigel has been slammed numerous times for his ‘contempt for women’ in 2014 after saying breastfeeding mother should ‘sit in the corner’.
The incident occurred when Mother-of-three Lou Burns, 35, was left humiliated after staff at the five-star Mayfair hotel Claridge’s gave her a giant napkin to cover up as she fed her daughter Isadora during afternoon tea.
Nigel then waded into the debate, suggesting mothers of newborn babies should avoid being ‘openly ostentatious’ when breastfeeding and might think about sitting in a corner when doing so.
He defended the hotel’s right to tell customers how to behave, saying: ‘Frankly that’s up to Claridges. I very much take the view that if you are running an establishment you should have rules.’
Nigel has been slammed numerous times for his ‘contempt for women’ in 2014 after saying breastfeeding mother should ‘sit in the corner’
And, when asked if women should be told to go a toilet to breastfeed, Mr Farage replied: ‘Or perhaps sit in a corner or whatever it might be. That’s up to Claridges.’
His comments sparked fury, with many Twitter users suggesting that Mr Farage himself should ‘hide in the corner’ over his ‘outrageous’ stance.
Mumsnet chief executive Justine Roberts also added that it was ‘bemusing’ for anyone to think of breastfeeding as ‘ostentatious’.
But as the backlash over his comments grew, the outspoken MP attempted to play down the controversy by insisting he did not ‘personally endorse’ women perhaps sitting in a corner.
I’m A Celebrity…Get Me Out Of Here! Live Final Sunday 10 December at 9.00pm on ITV1 and ITVX.
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 – VOTED OUT!
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 – VOTED OUT!
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 – VOTED OUT!
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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