I’m A Celeb in Controversial Elimination as Fans Accuse ITV of Bias

Shock Result Sparks Accusations of Favoritism

I’m A Celeb is facing a new controversy after a surprising elimination in the latest episode. Hollyoaks actor Nick Pickard became the fourth star to be evicted from the camp. However, viewers were shocked when it came down to him and This Morning presenter Josie Gibson in the bottom two.

Accusations of Bias and Fixing

Fans of the show have accused ITV of bias, claiming that the network is protecting one of their own stars. They believe that Josie Gibson, who anchors ITV's flagship daytime show, received extra screen time for the network's benefit. This has led to an outcry on social media, with viewers labeling the result a 'fix'.

Outraged Viewers Take to Social Media

Viewers expressed their frustration on social media platforms, such as X (formerly known as Twitter), after the shock elimination. Many viewers were angry that Nick Pickard was voted out while Josie Gibson remained in the competition. They called out ITV for giving Gibson preferential treatment and demanded that other contestants receive equal screen time.

One viewer tweeted, "That is shambolic, ITV must be keeping Josie in for their own benefit." Another viewer vowed not to watch the show until Gibson was eliminated, criticizing the network's bias and claiming that other contestants deserved a chance to shine. Some even questioned whether Gibson's status as an ITV employee would influence her chances of winning the competition.

Divided Opinions on Social Media

While many fans criticized ITV, there were also viewers who defended Josie Gibson and expressed their support for her. Some were glad that she was still in the competition and vowed to vote for her. Others questioned why she ended up in the bottom two, showing their confusion over the result.

ITV Faces Backlash

The controversy has not gone unnoticed, with viewers slamming the commercial broadcaster for the latest elimination result. Some viewers believe that ITV is giving their own star extra screen time, causing outrage among fans of the show. The backlash has put the network under scrutiny, with many viewers expressing their disappointment and calling on ITV to address the issue.

Loyal Fans Rally Behind Josie Gibson

Despite the controversy, Josie Gibson has a loyal and devoted fan base who have come to her defense online. They expressed their support for her and expressed their happiness that she is still in the competition. As the debate continues, it remains to be seen how the controversy will impact the show and the remaining contestants.