I’m A Celebrity Fans Lash Out at David Haye Over “Unprovoked” Row with Adam Thomas: “Bullying” Claims Intensify

In tonight’s tense episode, aired on Friday, April 17, David Haye was seen repeatedly goading Adam, who had already confessed he wasn’t feeling well enough to take part in the upcoming Bushtucker Trial. The exchange quickly escalated, with other campmates forced to intervene as tensions rose.

As the verbal sparring intensified, many fans took to social media to voice their outrage, branding David’s behavior as “bullying” and accusing him of crossing the line.

The Row Unfolds

It all started when the campmates gathered to discuss who would volunteer for the upcoming Termite Terror trial. While most were eager to pitch in, Adam revealed he wasn’t feeling up to the challenge. The mood shifted when David seized the opportunity to mock him.

David first asked Adam if he’d already participated in a trial. Adam, visibly unwell, explained that he had, but wasn’t feeling great.

The light-hearted moment took a dark turn when David began to question Adam’s commitment. “Aww, you can’t do it? Don’t feel well?” David taunted.

Trying to keep the mood light, Adam jokingly responded that he would win all ten stars if he did take part, but this only seemed to irritate David further.

“Why don’t you do it? Are you that guy who palms it off on a girl on her birthday?” David snapped. “It’d be amazing if you got off your arse and did something.”

Despite other campmates urging David to back off and show some understanding, he continued with his harsh criticism, even calling Adam “useless” and expressing his disdain for those who didn’t “do anything.”

Fans Rally Behind Adam

Fans were quick to rally behind Adam, expressing their frustration over David’s relentless behavior. On social media, the hashtag #DavidHayeBullying began to trend as viewers voiced their displeasure.

One fan tweeted: “David Haye is an absolute joke. Bullying Adam like that is beyond ridiculous.” Another wrote: “What’s his problem? David is the problem, not Adam!”

Others pointed out the irony in David’s harsh words. “David calling Adam useless when his last challenge had him doing nothing and being useless!” one user remarked, further fueling the outrage.

The Calm Before the Storm

Amidst the drama, there were also lighter moments in the episode. The campmates gathered to celebrate Ashley Roberts’ birthday, and Sinitta brought out her luxury item—music—which she used to play Bill Withers’ Lovely Day in an attempt to lift the camp’s spirits.

However, even this joyful occasion couldn’t mask the growing tension between Adam and David, with Gemma Collins noting the “noticeable divide” between the two. She also revealed that Adam’s ongoing struggles with David were wearing him down.

An Unexpected Moment of Vulnerability

In a more emotional turn of events, the episode also saw Scarlett Moffatt opening up to Sinitta about her heartbreaking experience with miscarriage. Reflecting on her struggles to conceive, Scarlett shared her grief after losing a baby following the birth of her son, Jude.

“When you lose a baby that way, you’re mourning a life that almost happened,” Scarlett revealed, touching hearts across the camp and viewers at home.

Final Thoughts

Tonight’s episode left viewers questioning the line between playful banter and bullying. While many found David’s remarks to be inappropriate and unnecessary, others pointed to the pressure and stress of life in the jungle. As the drama unfolded, fans continued to debate whether this was just another row or something deeper.

With the growing tensions and emotional revelations, it’s clear that the I’m A Celebrity camp isn’t just about Bushtucker Trials—it’s also about the raw, unfiltered emotions that come to the surface in a high-pressure environment.

What do you think of David’s behaviour? Was he right to call out Adam? Share your thoughts in the comments below.