Emmerdale star Adam Thomas has broken down in tears discussing the traumatic events during the live final of I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here!, which aired last Friday. The 31-year-old actor relived the moment when fellow contestants David Haye and Jimmy Bullard confronted him live on air, accusing him of being “abusive, aggressive and intimidating.” The showdown left his victory overshadowed and has since affected him deeply.
Emotional Fallout On Podcast
In a recent episode of his At Home With The Thomas Bros podcast, hosted with his brothers Ryan and Scott, Adam opened up about how the encounter has impacted his mental health. He revealed feeling exhausted by the ongoing online backlash, saying, “Even after the live show and everything that happened, I still can’t escape it… Everyone’s talking about it now.”
Feeling Exploited And Traumatised
Thomas described the experience as “exploitive,” adding, “I felt like I was just in the midst of it all and it wasn’t even about me.” He expressed how this distress will stay with him for life, stating, “This is part of my DNA now, it’s made me the person I am… I can’t see the positive in it.”
Public Reaction And Moving Forward
While many sympathise with Adam’s pain, some suggest he may be overreacting, predicting that public attention will soon shift to new stars and controversies in upcoming series. Mental health experts recommend that Adam limit exposure to social media platforms like Instagram and TikTok, where negative comments are rife.
Related ITV Controversy
Meanwhile, former boxer David Haye plans to sue ITV for £10 million over his portrayal on the show. The drama surrounding this series of I’m A Celebrity continues to unfold, casting a shadow over the iconic reality TV programme’s reputation.
