Fans criticize Nigel Farage for clash with Sam Thompson
The popular reality show I'm A Celebrity has found itself embroiled in a new 'bullying' controversy as fans express their outrage at Nigel Farage's treatment of contestant Sam Thompson. Farage, the former UKIP politician, was serving as the camp sous-chef while Thompson was being celebrated for his impressive trial performance.
Clash over enthusiastic attitude
The clash occurred when Farage, 59, attempted to serve a delicacy he had prepared to his fellow campmates after gutting and preparing the fish. Thompson, known for his overexcitable attitude and his openness about his ADHD, couldn't contain his excitement as the dinner received a warm reception from the other celebrities.
A brief verbal duel
As Farage focused on cooking, he clashed with the main camp chef, telling Thompson, "Sam it's not over, sit down." Thompson responded with, "It's not over," leading to a brief back and forth between the two.
Farage reflects on the situation
In the Bush Telegraph, Farage expressed his frustration with Thompson's constant excitement, saying, "Being at his side now, as the chefs, occasionally he would infuriate me beyond comprehension. But it would be for very brief periods of time." However, this did not appease viewers of the show, who took to social media to condemn Farage's behavior.
Outrage on social media
Twitter was flooded with comments from angry fans, with one person calling Farage a "nasty bully" and another questioning what was wrong with Thompson's excitement. Many viewers expressed their support for Thompson, stating that he was doing nothing wrong and that Farage's behavior was uncalled for.
Cooking debacle
Earlier in the episode, Farage and Thompson were involved in another cooking mishap when they both burned the rice. Farage had warned Thompson that the rice was reducing in water, but Thompson fell asleep and forgot about it, resulting in a burnt mixture. Both contestants blamed each other for the mistake.
As the drama unfolds in the I'm A Celebrity camp, fans continue to voice their opinions and show their support for their favorite contestants.
