I'm A Celebrity viewers have passionately defended comedy veteran Ruby Wax after she faced criticism from younger fans during the show's launch episode on ITV.
The Incident That Sparked Controversy
During Sunday night's episode of I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here!, the 72-year-old American-British star found herself at the centre of a social media storm after an exchange with Twitch streamer Angry Ginge. The incident occurred as Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly welcomed new celebrities including Kelly Brook, Aitch, and Shona McGarty to the jungle.
When 24-year-old Angry Ginge began speaking with hosts Ant and Dec, Ruby directly told him: 'If you could just get out of my way because there are cameras there.' After he apologised, she further explained that he 'shouldn't get in her way' especially when cameras were present.
Generational Divide in Humour
The moment quickly ignited debate on social media platform X, with many younger viewers describing Ruby's behaviour as disrespectful. One user, @Hoops1791, commented: 'Not having Ruby Wax. Annoying.'
However, Ruby's loyal fanbase swiftly came to her defence, attributing the criticism to generational differences in comedy appreciation. @wolfshead69 responded: 'All these idiot Gen Z's not getting Ruby Wax's humour. She's a comedy legend. #ImACeleb'
Another supporter, @Jobeth42, wrote: 'Absolutely fabulous lady. Far more deserving of the title 'celebrity' than others in there. Love to see Gen Z cope with other 80s comedians in the jungle.'
Comedy Legend's Legacy
Many fans highlighted Ruby Wax's extensive career in comedy, including her work as a writer on Absolutely Fabulous. @lorimeganxo claimed: 'I grew up with Absolutely Fabulous, which Ruby Wax was a writer on, so she's a comedy goddess in my household. Sorry x #ImACeleb.'
The debate perfectly illustrated the show's diverse audience, as @sparkles589 explained: 'Love it. I'm in my late 30s, laughed at Ruby Wax and have no clue who Aitch or Angry Ginge is, found annoying. My neighbour in late 20s, loves Aitch and Angry Ginge, doesn't get/like Ruby Wax. And that's generational differences and why every age should be on #imaceleb.'
The controversy emerged as I'm A Celebrity continues on ITV1 tonight at 9pm, with Ruby Wax set to take part in tonight's Bushtucker eating trial. Meanwhile, fans claimed the show had 'struck gold' after discovering none of this year's campmates, including Jack Osbourne, know how to cook, leading to amusing moments in camp.
