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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Carla Feric

Adam Thomas crowned I’m A Celebrity… South Africa winner in controversial series

  • Adam Thomas was crowned the winner of I’m A Celebrity… South Africa, earning the title of “ultimate legend 2026” after a public vote.
  • Sir Mo Farah secured second place, with Harry Redknapp finishing third in the competition.
  • During the live finale, former footballer Jimmy Bullard accused Thomas of being "abusive, aggressive and intimidating" during an unaired argument, alleging the use of "c-bombs".
  • Host Ant McPartlin, who was present, disputed Bullard's claim that the exchange was aggressive.
  • Thomas accepted responsibility for his actions, attributing them to high emotions, and expressed continued affection for Bullard, while David Haye made a sarcastic remark.
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