I’m a Celebrity fans speculate on "real reason" Josie Gibson left the jungle

Fans of I'm a Celebrity have been buzzing with theories on why presenter Josie Gibson was sent home from the jungle just shy of the final. Despite being a popular addition to the show, viewers speculate that her ongoing feud with First Dates star Fred Sirieix may have played a role in her elimination.

Fans share their theories

Many fans took to Twitter to express their thoughts on Josie's departure. One user wrote, "Very happy @Nigel_Farage is in the final of #ImACeleb. Coming across very well, unlike spanners like Nella, Josie & Fred, who have all been exposed for the frauds they are. So many celebs are so thick & delusional." Another user criticized Josie's behavior towards Fred, stating, "Her behavior, along with Danielle towards Fred was disgraceful."

Some viewers felt that Josie's true colors were revealed during her time in the jungle, with one person adding, "Josie came across badly on this show. She was 2 faced and quite rude towards Nigel and Fred."

A clash in the jungle

Viewers witnessed tensions rise between Fred and Josie when she took over as the camp cook, much to the dismay of the maître d'hôtel. The incident that sparked the most controversy occurred when Josie appeared to mock Fred after his Bushtucker trial. She made faces and pretended to cry, imitating Fred's failure to collect all eight stars in the trial.

These actions did not go unnoticed on social media, with one viewer commenting, "Oh no Josie, don't stoop to Danielle's level."

Fred ultimately became the third contestant to leave the jungle, and during his exit interview with Ant and Dec, he discussed his ongoing disagreements with Josie over her cooking skills.