Nigel Farage Reveals True Motive Behind I'm A Celeb Appearance

Nigel Farage, the former UKIP leader, has disclosed the real reason he decided to participate in the hit reality show I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here!, and it's not for the reported £1.5 million paycheck. Despite causing a stir as the highest paid campmate in the show's history, Farage claims that his motivation was to prove a point to the British public rather than monetary gain.

A Personal Journey of Self-Discovery

In a recent interview, Farage expressed his gratitude for the opportunity and stated, "This has been the most amazing adventure, I've proved to myself I can do things I never believed I could." He hopes that his appearance on the show has helped change public perception and said, "I hope I've shown the British public I'm not the devil that half of them seem to think I am."

A Showering Controversy

During his time in the jungle, Farage made headlines for breaking I'm A Celebrity rules by showering naked. However, he claims that he was unfairly targeted by producers, who chose to highlight his behavior while ignoring other campmates who did the same. Farage revealed, "Many other campmates did the same. Only I got the publicity, but you know something? I couldn't care less."

Jockey Frankie Dettori, who was also on the show, confirmed that the campmates were instructed to keep their swimwear on while showering. He stated, "We were told to keep our swimmers on!"

A Lucrative Deal

It was previously reported that Farage received a staggering £1.5 million for his appearance on I'm A Celebrity. This amount far surpasses the fee earned by previous highest paid star Noel Edmonds, who received £600,000 in 2018. Farage's desire to reach a wider audience and gain more exposure was another motivating factor for his participation. He explained, "If you do the challenges, it's 25% of the airtime. I'm looking at reaching a whole new audience."

While Nigel Farage's stint in I'm A Celebrity may have raised eyebrows, his true intention was not driven by financial gain. Instead, he aimed to challenge public perceptions and embark on a personal journey of self-discovery in the Australian jungle.