Aitch, the popular star from I’m A Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here!, made some surprising remarks about the intensity of The Assembly hotseat, claiming it was more nerve-wracking than the infamous Bushtucker Trials in Australia. The critically acclaimed show features a panel of autistic, neurodivergent, and learning-disabled interviewers, and it’s been praised for its refreshing and honest approach.
During an appearance on the show, Aitch was put in the hotseat and subjected to tough questioning by the panel. While discussing his experiences, he admitted that he found the grilling in The Assembly far more intense than his time in the jungle. “I sweated more in that chair than I did in my whole time in Australia,” he revealed, noting how much pressure he felt in the new format.
In addition to his experience on the show, Aitch shared some fun insights into which celebrity he’d like to see next on The Assembly. He picked his A-list pals Ed Sheeran, Anne-Marie, and Ashanti, with a particular preference for Ed Sheeran, calling him an “amazing guest” who would bring positive energy to the show.
The Assembly format, where each guest is grilled by a diverse panel of neurodivergent and learning-disabled people, has sparked discussions on social media. Some viewers believe that the panel’s candid and straightforward questions give a fresh, unfiltered perspective on the celebrity guests, while others argue that the approach can be intimidating.
But Aitch isn’t the only one to have been put in the hotseat. Sir Lenny Henry also had a difficult moment when he was asked by an interviewer about his long-term relationship with his partner. The actor, who was left speechless by the unexpected personal question, responded in shock: “Do they just ask you anything?”
The Assembly continues to make waves in the entertainment world with its unique format, giving audiences a new way to see celebrities outside of their public personas. It’s clear that Aitch’s time in the hotseat left an impression on him, showing just how much pressure can come from being genuinely questioned.
Read more about Aitch’s experience on The Assembly and what makes the show so unique in this article.
