I’m a Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here! Viewers have called on show bosses to intervene following Nella Rose’s “unacceptable” behavior in the jungle.
The 26-year-old influencer shocked viewers when she lashed out at 51-year-old Fred Sirieix for claiming he could be “her father”, branding him a “crazy” and claiming she wouldn’t speak to or from him Prepared meals eat rest of their time in camp.
First Dates star Fred had pointed out the 25-year age difference, but Nella was offended by the wording because she had told housemates hours earlier that she had lost both her parents.
A snippet of the comment was shown to viewers before their argument, prompting stunned viewers to claim that Nella had overreacted and begged producers to intervene and speak to Nella about her behavior.
Several fans compared the row to Celebrity Big Brother’s infamous “Punchgate,” when Roxanne Pallett accused her housemate Ryan Thomas of “repeatedly and deliberately punching” her, even though he had actually lightly tapped her on the arm during the game fight.
Tense scenes: I’m A Celeb viewers have called on producers to intervene after Nella Rose’s “unacceptable” outburst towards Fred Sirieix during Tuesday’s episode
Heartbreaking: Nella’s father Kamango Paul Hollela met a tragic fate in 2020, four years after her mother died in her arms
Shocked viewers commented on Dadgate, saying: “Nella is so rude!” Her behavior towards Fred is unacceptable. The show’s producers need to talk to her.’; “The producers of I’m a Celebrity should have called Nella out to immediately explain her toxic and narcissistic behavior, just as Big Brother dealt with Roxanne Pallett. It was a unique opportunity to spread the word about gaslighting. ITV has some explaining to do.’;
“It’s like Roxanne in Big Brother again!!!!” Total bully! “Producers need to give Nella the right to apologize”; “I’m so sorry for Nella, but that’s not it. I almost wish they hadn’t aired it and the producers had helped them fix it in private, because he really didn’t mean it that way. #ImACeleb’;
“Nella is the Roxanne Pallett of the jungle”; “Sorry, but Nella is giving Roxanne Pallett vibes.” There I said it. Is she okay? #ImACele’; “Nella does a full on Roxanne Pallet.” She should be removed immediately, dangerous dangerous character. Poor Fred #ImACelebrity’; “Nella gives Roxanne Pallet on Big Bro #ImACeleb”
“Fred is a very blessed guy. I don’t know why Nella didn’t give him the benefit of the doubt, especially after the sincere apology. “Hopefully the producers get involved and suppress it.”; “I have no idea who Nella is, but her behavior is disgusting.” The producers have to tell her that it was pure bullying. Apologize as soon as possible. Fred didn’t do anything wrong and still apologizes. Bless him.’;
“Nobody deserves to be insulted, but I think the producers need to play the clip back to Nella and explain Fred’s intentions, allow Fred to do that too, and see why Nella reacted like that. ‘But I’m sorry for Fred’; “I am a little worried about the treatment Nella will receive and she is not aware of it. This is one of those moments where I want the producers to talk to her about the public’s opinion so she can mend fences or just be polite or apologize to Fred.” #ImACeleb’;
“The producers need to emulate this Nella and Fred situation, she definitely shouldn’t starve because of it.” #ImACeleb’; “I need the producers to step up and put things in perspective for Nella because it’s clearly a very, very sensitive subject for her and Fred definitely didn’t mean any harm.” He even apologized several times. Maybe she can redeem herself if she gets an outside perspective. “Can producers please arrange for Fred and Nella to complete the next task together?” #ImACeleb’.
Fred’s partner – who he affectionately calls Fruistcake – weighed in on the argument when she reposted an Instagram Story from Fred’s Instagram page which said: “It’s hard to keep track of any part of the show tonight , but Fred has made us so proud – we know that’s what he means to do.” Never upset anyone. “Cheer up, Fred – we love you.”
An ITV spokesman told Web that producers had not spoken to Nella or Fred about the row.
Shocking: Fans compared the row to Celebrity Big Brother’s infamous “Punchgate” when Roxanne Pallett accused Ryan Thomas of “repeatedly and deliberately hitting” her
Outrage: Shocked viewers spoke out about Dadgate and called on producers to make Nella aware of her behavior
The incident comes five years after CBB’s punchgate, which Ofcom said was the most complained about moment of the decade.
Ryan was left stunned and devastated by Roxanne’s accusations, as he repeatedly maintained his innocence after Big Brother cruelly issued him an official warning – despite footage clearly showing Roxanne’s allegations were completely false.
Roxanne – who later dubbed herself “Britain’s most hated woman” – later quit the show admitting she was wrong after seeing Ryan’s devastation, which resulted in him collapsing in the house several times.
Ofcom received a staggering 25,327 complaints about the incident.
The heated exchange between Nella and Fred was shown just minutes after Tuesday’s episode of I’m A Celebrity.
In the scenes, the housemates complained about the wet weather, with Fred saying: “It’s just rain, rain, rain, it throws it down.”
Grace said: “For me the camp feels like day 11 at Glastonbury.” Really rainy Glastonbury. Instead of seeing Coldplay tonight, I’m just going to see Fred in his underpants again.’
Fred then tried to offer Nella rice, but she ignored his calls.
In the Bush Telegraph, Nella explained: “Last night after dinner Fred made a comment about how he might actually be my father.”
“I found that offensive because one of the first conversations we had was me talking openly about my father dying.”
Her silence broken: Fred’s partner – who he affectionately calls Fruistcake – intervened in the argument when she reposted an Instagram story from Fred’s Instagram page (pictured 2019)
The post said: “It’s hard to keep track of one part of tonight’s show, but Fred has made us so proud – we know his intention would never be to upset anyone.” “Cheer up, Fred – we love you”
Fred asked again: “Seriously, Nella, you should eat something, don’t you think?” Nella? Nella? Nella?’ when she asked, “Right, then why does he keep calling me?”
Fred called out again, “Nella?” As the Bush Telegraph camera switched to Nella and she continued, “I didn’t say anything about it last night because I was just annoyed about it.” So I slept on it and kind of thought about it, and I was just like, “That’s not the kind of person I want to be with.”
Fred walked up to Nella and said, “Nella? Treasure? You don’t want to eat?’ to which she replied, “Can you leave me alone?” and Fred replied, “OK.” He further asked, “What have I done to you?”
Nella explained that he had made a comment the day before and said, “You know my mother is dead, and you know my father is dead.” You know that, right?
“I’ve found that any time I want to get creative around the fire, or any time I want something my way, my own food that I’m entitled to, my way, you tend to develop an attitude, right ?”
“Yesterday, when I was trying to burn fat that you were going to throw away anyway, which isn’t even something we needed to survive in the camp, you turned to me with an attitude and said, ‘You know it could be me.’ .” “Your father, right?” I don’t care how you said it to me, it’s disrespectful and I don’t want to talk to you.
“I don’t want to be around you.” I only allow others to disrespect me once. You hurt my feelings.
“I was very upset… you keep trying to talk to me even though I don’t want to talk to you.” I would rather stay away from you, I don’t want to eat your food, I don’t want to talk to you. We can just live, you live on this side, I live on this side.’
Fred replied, “I’m so sorry.” Can I just say it? First of all, I’m sorry for offending you. I am not aware that you were offended. “I’m not aware that what I said would lead to this conversation, I just said it in a way because I’m older than you, I’m 51 and you’re 26.”
Nella said, “I’m not stupid, you’re not going to make me a little girl, you’re not.”
Fred said, “Nella, it wasn’t like that at all.”
Fred added: “Either I made a mistake and said something and offended you, I’m really sorry. ‘I’m really sorry you feel that way.’
Nella said: “I accept your apology, but in order for us to live together in this camp, I don’t want to eat anything you cook, don’t talk to me, you stay over there, I’ll stay here and we can live.” I’m doing well. Yes. You stay over there. Look at your face, you’re smiling.’
Fred continued asking, “You could have just said, ‘Sorry, Fred, that’s getting on my nerves.'”
Nella said: “Can’t you pay attention to the mood?”
Fred replied, “No, because you slept quite a bit, so I thought you were tired.” If I have unintentionally and unconsciously committed a faux pas, I am very sorry.
“But that was all. That was all. “If you want to take it to the nth degree and stop speaking to me, it’s your decision.”
Nella said to Fred: “You only have one chance to respect me.” I accept your apology, but let’s not be friends. How about that?’
Viewers were quick to brand Nella’s attitude as “disgusting” while “Poor Fred” quickly became a trend on X.
Nella has previously spoken about her tragic past, as the devastating loss of both parents and her older brother plunged her into homelessness while at university.
Nella, whose full name is Ornella Rose Hollela, previously told her TikTok followers: “When you are an immigrant, you have been homeless, you have lost both parents, the family has disowned you, body shames you constantly, but God continues to bless you .”
She has opened up about the trauma of her mother Eseho Omolongo’s sudden death in 2016, revealing that she died in her arms and describing it as the worst thing that ever happened to her.
And further tragedy struck for Nella when four years later, in 2020, her father Kamango Paul Hollela also passed away – prompting her to pen an emotional tribute in which she spoke of his suffering and promised to make him ” proudest father”.
Nella is of Congolese descent and came to the UK from Belgium at the age of seven with her mother and older brother Albert.
The I’m A Celebrity contestant wanted to lose her thick French accent and watched videos of Ant and Dec while growing up in north-west London to adopt a British accent.
After her mother died unexpectedly in 2016, the council took the family home back from the teenager and her brother, leaving Nella to live in her accommodation at Leicester University or with friends.
Furious: The 26-year-old influencer shocked viewers when she lashed out at Fred, 51, for claiming he “could be her father”, branding him a “crazy” and claiming she wouldn’t speak to him
Nella’s father Kamango Paul Hollela also died tragically four years after her mother. After his death, she wrote a poignant Instagram post to him that said: “Rest in peace dad.”
“Watching you suffer for the last month has been the hardest thing I’ve ever done in my life, but at least you’re not in pain anymore.”
“I will make you the proudest father ever for years to come because I know you are still there every step of the way.”
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I’m a Celebrity 2023: Meet the Housemates
NIGEL FARAGE
Claim to fame: Former leader of the UK Independence Party and leader of the Brexit Party.
Phobias: Nobody likes rats and snakes and I’m afraid of anything that has to do with heights.
Biggest misconception you’d like to clear up?: I’ve been demonized over the years and so it would be nice to show people that I’m not evil.
Role in Camp: Lead the initiation of numerous campfire conversations.
Apart from your family, what will you miss most about camp?: A pint in the pub and the news.
Best and Worst Traits: I hope to cheer people up when they are depressed. Worst? I’m impatient and snore.
Dream Camper: As a controversial political media figure, I never name names… But I look forward to meeting interesting people from all areas
DANIELLE HAROLD
Claim to fame: EastEnders actress.
Phobias: rats. I hate them!
Biggest misconception you’d like to clear up in the jungle?: I can be a little light-headed at times, but I’m definitely not a “dumb blonde.” I want to show that I can overcome the trials and challenges and persevere.
Role in camp: Shoulder to cry on, helping others when they are having a hard time at camp.
Besides family, what will you miss most at camp?: Snacking. I’m a bit of a glutton and will miss my morning cup of tea too!
Best and Worst Traits: I’d like to think that I’ll be good when people really struggle. However, I don’t get very bored and I’m not a morning person either.
Dream camper: Ed Sheeran. If he brings his guitar to camp, he can sing for us.
FRED SIRIEIX
Claim to fame: First Dates star.
Phobias: I’m afraid of everything. I can’t wait to find out how disgusting the food will be!
Biggest misconception you’d like to dispel in the jungle?: I don’t think there is anything, but I’m looking forward to learning more about myself during my time at camp.
Role in the camp: I will definitely take part in all jobs. I don’t mind cooking or cleaning the toilets.
Other than your family, what will you miss most at camp? My bed. It’s super comfortable. I will also miss a cup of coffee in the morning.
Best and Worst Traits: I like to have fun, but I snore and am impatient!
Dream Camper: It will be nice to meet everyone, but I would love to see Dolly Parton, The Rock or Snoop Dog there.
NELLA ROSE
Claim to fame: YouTuber and star of Catfish UK.
Phobias: I’m afraid of everything!
Biggest misconception you want to clear up in the jungle? I’m a pretty open book.
Role in the camp: Keeping morale and humor high.
Other than your family, what will you miss most at camp? My phone… I’m always with you!
Dream camper: Alison Hammond or Adele.
NICK PICKARD
Claim to fame: Hollyoaks star.
Phobias: I’m a bit afraid of the dark. When you go to the House of Horrors on Halloween and things start coming at you, I’m not very good if I can’t see!
Biggest misconception you’ll want to clear up in the jungle: It’ll be nice to go in as me and not as my Hollyoaks character.
Role in Camp: Grafter or Cook, I can cook pretty well. But I’ve never cooked on a fire. Besides the family, what will you miss most at camp: football and my amenities.
Best and Worst Traits: I would like to think that I am a nice person and a good team player. I’m not lazy, but I have a few bad habits, like picking my nose. My girlfriend tried to teach me to stop!
Dream camper: Sir Alex Ferguson or Neil Warnock.
JAMIE LYNN SPEARS
Claim to fame: Zoey 101 and Sweet Magnolias star.
Phobias: I’m afraid of everything.
Biggest misconception you want to clear up in the jungle?: I think this is a nice opportunity to show who I really am.
Role in the camp: Hopefully I’m the one who can support everyone.
Aside from family, what will you miss most at camp? A normal bathroom, air conditioning and my bed.
Best and Worst Traits: I think my best trait is that it takes a lot to hurt my feelings; But I’m impatient and my family would say I’m often in a bad mood.
Dream Camper: Nicole Kidman, she’s my favorite actress in the whole world, or Reece Witherspoon.
SAM THOMPSON
Claim to fame: Made In Chelsea star and radio presenter.
Phobias: I’m not the creepy crawly type and I hate it when anyone or anything touches my neck.
Biggest misconception you’d like to clear up in the jungle?: I’ve spent my whole life on TV since I was 21, so I feel like whether people have a good or bad opinion of me, it’s probably valid!
Role in Camp: I’m a yes man, so I’ll do whatever they ask of me when it comes to cooking and cleaning.
Besides your family, what will you miss most about camp?: I know this sounds lame, but it’s like a game.
Best and Worst Traits: I think I’m the court jester and don’t take things too seriously. So when someone is having a bad day, I want to put a smile on their face. Worst? I’m pretty forgetful and have trouble concentrating on things.
Dream camper: Stephen Fry. I think I would burn myself if he went into the jungle!
JOSIE GIBSON
Claim to fame: This Morning presenter.
Phobias: Insects and I freeze every time I see a spider and I’m not sure what to do when I’m on trial with them!
Biggest misconception you want to clear up in the jungle?: I want people to know that I’m very adept at knowing useless information!
Role in the camp: Mom. I am very motherly and I also like talking to people.
Besides your family, what will you miss most about camp?: Getting up to blow dry my hair and put on a little makeup!
Best and Worst Traits: I am an optimist and love meeting people from all walks of life. Worst? I can be quite curious and worry about my temper if I’m too hungry.
Dream Camper: Dawn French, I love her.
MARVIN HUMES
Claim to fame: JLS star.
Phobias: heights. I have backed out of a skydive with JLS in the past because I was too scared!
Biggest misconception you want to clear up in the jungle: Showing that I’m not just a member of a boy band. It will be nice if people know more about me.
Role in Camp: I would like to be a shoulder to cry on and a mediator.
Besides your family, what will you miss most at camp?: My fantasy football app! I’m obsessed with it! Even four weeks without music is a long time.
Best & Worst Traits: I have three children under the age of ten and that definitely takes a lot of patience! Worst? Rochelle would probably say that I get “hungry” when I don’t have enough to eat.
Dream camper: Paddy McGuinness – I’ve done Soccer Aid with him before and I know he’s funny, he’s in the thick of things and he’s practical.
GRACE DENT
Claim to fame: MasterChef star and food critic.
Phobias: Horrible people.
Biggest misconception you want to clear up in the jungle: People think I’m pretty blunt and scary, but I don’t think I’m scary! Hopefully people will see that.
Role in Camp: Shoulder to rest on and I’m a practical cook so I can help out.
Other than your family, what will you miss most at camp? My three cats and my makeup bag. I love a bit of glamour.
Best and Worst Traits: I’d like to think I’m funny! My worst trait is lack of sleep. I like my sleep.
Dream camper: Queen Camilla. It would be very practical. And Madonna – she could play tracks from her Greatest Hits tour!