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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Politics
Nadia Khomami Arts and culture correspondent

I’m a politician … detoxify me! Nigel Farage heads to the jungle with high hopes

Nigel Farage promotional shot for I'm a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here! 2023
Nigel Farage has said he hopes ‘those who hate me might hate me a little bit less’ after the show. Photograph: ITV/Shutterstock

When he enters I’m a Celebrity … Get Me Out of Here! this weekend, Nigel Farage will be stranded in the middle of the Australian outback before probably being subjected to a host of gruelling bush tucker trials such as eating animal testicles and getting close and personal with creepy crawlies.

The inclusion of the former Ukip and Brexit party leader in the ITV reality show has divided fans – with some even threatening to boycott the series over perceived attempts to “fun-wash” one of Britain’s most divisive politicians.

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