The I’m A Celebrity South Africa live final went off the rails in the most dramatic way possible, with Adam Thomas crowned the Jungle Legend amidst explosive confrontations, shocking accusations, and a chaotic showdown between Jimmy Bullard, David Haye, and the rest of the cast.
What was supposed to be a night of celebration quickly turned into a mayhem-filled spectacle, as bullying rows and feuding castmates dominated the show. Adam Thomas may have walked away with the crown, but it was far from a smooth victory.
Jimmy Accuses Adam of ‘Aggressive’ Behavior, Drama Escalates on Stage
As the final unfolded, tensions erupted when Jimmy Bullard accused Adam Thomas of being “abusive, aggressive, and intimidating” during a past argument. The fiery words were exchanged during a pre-recorded segment, and things heated up in the live final when Jimmy expressed his frustration, claiming that ITV had edited out the most explosive moments.
With Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly struggling to maintain control, the situation quickly spiraled. Gemma Collins and Sinitta both stormed off the stage in protest, as emotions reached their boiling point.
Jimmy, visibly angered, pointed his finger at the hosts, saying: “You didn’t show the C-bombs, it’s a liberty!” while claiming ITV had watered down the footage. Ant tried to defuse the situation, explaining, “We didn’t air the C-word because it’s unbroadcastable.” But Jimmy wasn’t having it.
David Haye Takes Another Shot at Adam: “Do You Think He Deserves to Win?”
But the chaos didn’t stop there. David Haye continued to take swipes at Adam throughout the night, questioning whether he truly deserved to win after allegedly calling Jimmy the C-word multiple times. As Ant and Dec tried to moderate, David accused the show of editing out important moments that would’ve changed the narrative.
“There’s been a lot of editing to make Adam the victim,” David said, adding more fuel to the fire. But Adam, standing his ground, responded: “Yes, I think I deserve to win after that challenge.” The tension between them was palpable, and the audience was left divided.
Walkouts, Fights, and Explosive Confrontations: The Ultimate Reality TV Drama
The drama didn’t end there. As Adam received praise from fellow contestants like Gemma Collins, who called him her “hero” and insisted he deserved to win, David was visibly upset. He interrupted the hosts, demanding to know, “Do you think he deserves to win after calling Jimmy the C-word?”
The chaos on stage was matched by the backstage drama. Craig Charles later admitted that the incident between Adam and Jimmy had been intense and unbroadcastable, revealing that the situation had gotten so heated that it looked like Adam was about to “attack” Jimmy.
Craig explained, “We didn’t know the extent of Adam’s struggles. We had no idea how affected he was by the bullying. He didn’t tell us.”
Adam Breaks Down, Seeks Therapy After Jungle Drama
After the live final, Adam Thomas tearfully opened up about the impact the drama had on him, revealing that he was now receiving therapy to deal with the emotional toll of the feud. “It was like being back in school again, I felt like I couldn’t stand up for myself,” he shared, breaking down in tears.
Despite the chaotic final, Adam’s victory marked a powerful moment of personal growth for the actor, who admitted that the experience had changed him. “I’m not the same person I was when I went in,” he confessed. Adam’s therapy journey is helping him navigate the aftermath of the jungle’s intense drama.
The Final Drama: The Crown, the Chaos, and the Controversy
As the show came to a close, Craig Charles finished in fourth place, with Harry Redknapp, Mo Farah, and Adam Thomas competing for the coveted title of Jungle Legend. But despite the drama, it was Adam who triumphed, leaving viewers on the edge of their seats.
The live final may have been a chaotic mess, but Adam’s victory represents a moment of resilience amid the storm. 
