Viewers of I’m A Celebrity… South Africa were left fuming after David Haye made a comment about Gemma Collins’ appearance that many considered “rude” during the April 10th episode.
The tension came to a head when the campmates discussed Gemma’s thick hair, with David chiming in, “It definitely ain’t thin.” While it might have seemed like a harmless comment to some, viewers immediately jumped to Gemma’s defense, calling out the former boxer for his snarky remark.
Despite Gemma’s cool response — rolling her eyes and brushing it off — fans weren’t having it. The criticism flooded social media, with many standing firmly by Gemma and slamming David for what they felt was an unnecessary dig.
“David Haye is not nice!! Leave our Gemma alone!” one viewer tweeted. Another wrote, “David Haye, congratulations, you are a [bleep]head!! He’s sooo rude.” The backlash continued, with several fans accusing David of continuously making snide comments, pointing out his persistent behavior in the camp.
“David just can’t help himself making snarky comments 24/7,” one user remarked. Another added, “David’s issue with Gemma is that she’s a bigger woman,” suggesting that there was an underlying reason for his harsh words.
As tensions simmered, Gemma spoke openly to Adam Thomas about her growing frustration with David. “David Haye is not welcoming at all. He don’t like me,” she confided, revealing that she felt a lack of warmth from him. “I just don’t think the geezer likes me.” Adam tried to reassure her, encouraging patience, but Gemma wasn’t so convinced. “He wasn’t welcoming at all, hun,” she insisted. “I don’t go where I’m not welcomed. I don’t go where I’m not appreciated.”
This incident comes just a day after Gemma had a heated exchange with Sinitta over her role in Chicago, further intensifying the drama in the camp.
The episode also teased the arrival of two latecomers, Harry Redknapp and Jimmy Bullard, who are set to shake things up when they join the camp on Monday, April 13.
With the tensions between Gemma and David only escalating, fans are eagerly watching how the rest of this celebrity jungle drama unfolds.
