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Matt Hancock's partner admits MP 'underestimated' I'm A Celebrity viewer backlash in new episode

Matt Hancock has reflected on his "controversial" stint on I'm A Celebrity as he opened up on his time in the jungle in new scenes set to air this week.

The former Health Secretary is set to appear on screen once again in a special episode just days after leaving the jungle, in a stint that proved to be perhaps the most contentious sign-up in the ITV show's history. While the 44-year-old won some viewers over and managed to secure third place from audience votes, many others vowed to boycott the show over the politician's appearance.

Viewers will see the MP discuss his time in the jungle with partner Gina Coladangelo, with whom he was famously caught on CCTV having an affair with when Covid restrictions were in place. The pair will feature in the I'm A Celeb Coming Out Show on ITV1 this Thursday. "I knew going in it would be controversial, but I also know millions of people have voted for me," he said as he reflected on the reaction to his stint in camp.

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