Jungle Rule Breaker Faces Consequences
I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here! producers have taken swift action after former footballer Alex Scott was dramatically caught using forbidden salt during Sunday night's episode. The incident, which left both viewers and hosts Ant and Dec unimpressed, has resulted in an official punishment that will be delivered to campmates in tonight's show.
The controversy unfolded when Scott and fellow celebrity Jack Osbourne were selected as camp cooks after Angry Ginge won 10 stars for the group. While Osbourne focused on boiling crocodile feet, Scott took charge of preparing vegetables and rice, famously declaring: 'Jack you have fun with the crocodile toes and all of that section and just give me the mushrooms, potatoes and kale. I'll add some flavours in. I know people are going to be happy.'
The Great Salt Scandal Unfolds
What happened next shocked both the production team and audience alike. Alex Scott was clearly seen pulling out sachets of salt to season the food, a direct violation of the jungle's strict rules against contraband items. The moment didn't escape the watchful eyes of hosts Ant and Dec, who immediately called out the infraction during their link before heading into camp.
'Was that a bit of seasoning Alex?' Ant questioned, with Dec quickly adding: 'I think it was, I think it was contraband. What's going to happen? Watch this space.'
Viewers took to social media to express their disbelief at the blatant rule-breaking, with many demanding consequences for the former England international. One fan wrote: 'How did she sneak in salt? Her punishment should be she has to do trial,' while another questioned the oversight: 'How did she get salt or seasoning into the camp? And how do they not know it's not allowed?'
Camp Punishment and Contraband Amnesty
Metro can reveal that I'm A Celebrity bosses have indeed decided on an appropriate response to the salt scandal. In tonight's episode, campmates will receive the bombshell news that contraband has been discovered in camp, resulting in the loss of a star previously won by Aitch during a Bushtucker Trial.
The punishment comes on the same day the celebrities were forced to evacuate their camp due to safety concerns, adding to the drama of an already eventful series. Producers will implement a 'contraband amnesty' where all campmates have the opportunity to surrender any forbidden items without facing additional penalties.
Only after everyone has confessed to possessing contraband will the group receive their dinner delivery. The decision ensures that the entire camp shares responsibility for the rule-breaking while giving individuals a chance to come clean.
As the jungle drama continues to unfold, fans won't have long to wait to see how the celebrities react to being a star down and facing increased hunger due to one person's decision to enhance their meal with illegal seasoning. I'm A Celebrity continues tonight at 9pm on ITV1.
