I’m A Celeb Tony Bellew compares Sam Thompson to his youngsters
Tony Bellew in contrast his ‘energetic’ I’m A Celebrity campmate Sam Thompson to his youngsters within the newest episode on Monday.
The former skilled boxer, 40, stated it was ‘not his first rodeo round kids’ as he shares 4 sons with childhood sweetheart spouse Rachael Roberts.
During the ITV present, the previous Made In Chelsea star Sam, 31, who is a big fan of Tony’s, hilariously requested the cruiserweight boxer if he may sit on his knee.
Sam, who has Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), requested: ‘Can I sit in your knee, Tony?’
Letting him sit, Tony stated: ‘Feeling OK, son?’, grinning Sam could not maintain again his smile and replied: ‘It’s the whole lot I ever dreamed of.’
‘He by no means stops’: Tony Bellew in contrast his ‘energetic’ I’m A Celebrity…Get Me Out Of Here! campmate Sam Thompson to his youngsters within the newest episode on Monday
‘He’s only a ball of vitality’: During the ITV present, the previous Made In Chelsea star Sam, 31, who is a big fan of Tony’s, hilariously requested the cruiserweight boxer if he may sit on his knee
Later, within the Bush Telegraph Tony stated: ‘He’s only a ball of vitality. He by no means stops. I’ve 4 youngsters. It’s not my first rodeo round kids.
‘He is actually essentially the most energetic particular person I’ve ever met in my bloody life.’
ADHD is outlined by a brief consideration span and poor impulse management, with Sam identified with the situation in 2022.
It comes after Sam’s finest pal Pete Wicks stated his good friend ‘shouldn’t be outlined by his ADHD and autism’,
The TV character, 35, informed MailOnline that followers have to ’embrace’ Sam’s excitable character after he was branded ‘consideration looking for’ and ‘annoying’ by viewers.
Earlier this yr, Sam, 31, was identified with ADHD and autism after present process assessments in his Channel 4 documentary Is This ADHD? and stated the realisation was a ‘weight lifted off his shoulders.’
Former TOWIE star Pete says his good friend’s analysis means he’ll battle with life within the jungle, but it surely should not cease ITV viewers from attending to know the true Sam on a extra private stage.
Pete stated: ‘Sam is a grower, not a bathe, let’s put it that means.
Friendship: Letting him sit, Tony stated: ‘Feeling OK, son?’, grinning Sam could not maintain again his smile and replied: ‘It’s the whole lot I ever dreamed of.’
Family: The former skilled boxer, 40, stated it was ‘not his first rodeo round kids’ as he shares 4 sons with childhood sweetheart spouse Rachael Roberts (pictured in February)
Later, within the Bush Telegraph Tony stated: ‘He’s only a ball of vitality. He by no means stops. I’ve 4 youngsters. It’s not my first rodeo round kids. He is actually essentially the most energetic particular person I’ve ever met in my bloody life’
‘I do know he bought a little bit of grief on the primary evening for being excessive however that’s him and that is the explanation that everybody loves him. I believe he is a famous person simply the way in which he’s. It simply takes a little bit of time when you’re not used to it.
‘It’s like having a giant baby… that is how he sees me, I wish to assume it is brotherly, however I believe he sees me as his dad.
‘He is kind of clearly aggravating, nevertheless, that’s the Sam that we all know, and love and I particularly love. I’m hoping that he can proceed being the glad pet that he’s.
‘Sam struggles with boredom and a whole lot of issues due to his ADHD and autism however that should not be seen as a nasty factor. I’ve learn a whole lot of feedback and it is one thing that I imagine should not outline him.
‘People ought to embrace that as a result of he is entertaining and that is what the present is about. He ought to be outlined by the truth that he is a extremely enjoyable, constructive man and that is his character other than having ADHD and autism.’
It comes after Tony admitted the referee ‘saved his life’ throughout his notorious combat towards Oleksandr Usyk on Sunday’s episode.
The boxer was quickly quizzed over his profession by his fellow castmates after getting into the jungle final week.
The fighter bowed out from the ring with 30 out of 34 wins in 2018, after dropping to Oleksandr Usyk – who is about to be Tyson Fury’s subsequent opponent on December 23.
In his ultimate match on the Manchester Arena, Tony regarded to get again up after being knocked out – however referee Terry O’Connor stopped the combat.
On Sunday’s present, Tony was quizzed by Jamie Lynn Spears, Sam and Fred Sirieix about his ultimate combat, which noticed the top to his ten-fight successful streak.
Sam requested: ‘What was it like preventing Usyk?’
Tony replied: ‘Too onerous. Obviously he is superb. I’ve fought stronger individuals, I’ve fought faster individuals, however I’ve by no means fought somebody like him who has bought the whole lot. He works you out.
‘He downloads what you do. He’s downloading all the info in entrance of him. It takes him three rounds to do it. With me, it took him eight. And then he does it, he pulled the set off.
Funny second: It comes after Sam was eager to check the dimensions of his hand to his hero’s
Pals: Last week Sam’s finest pal Pete Wicks stated his good friend ‘shouldn’t be outlined by his ADHD and autism’ and followers have to ’embrace’ Sam’s excitable character
Diagnosis: Earlier this yr, Sam was identified with ADHD and autism after present process assessments in his Channel 4 documentary Is This ADHD? and stated the realisation was a ‘weight lifted off his shoulders’
‘But I used to be exhausted, like. I bear in mind the whole lot up till spherical 7. I do not bear in mind spherical 8.’
Fred requested: ‘Because you had been so drained?’
Tony stated: ‘Yeah.’
Sam requested: ‘Does he hit onerous or not?’
Tony stated: ‘No and I used to be up at six. He did not knock me clear out… I rise up at six, thank god the referee did not let me as a result of he’d have killed me.’
Tony then admitted the referee’s choice to cease the match when he did ‘saved his life’.
The Bomber added within the Bush Telegraph: ‘The referee actually saved my life. Next shot most likely places me away for good.
‘So, boxing on the highest stage within the skilled enterprise is brutal. My precedence was to make it house secure. After that it was to win in any respect prices.’
Usyk knocked out Bellew within the eighth spherical with an emphatic and heavy blow on the Manchester Arena regardless of Tony main on the judges’ scorecards.
In camp, Jamie Lynn was attending to know new campmate Tony and requested him: ‘What does it really feel like while you knock any person out?’
Tony stated: ‘Do what, babe? It’s a aid it is over.’
Jamie Lynn added: ‘You’re not glad to knock somebody out, however you might be sort of, as a result of that is your job…’
Tony replied: ‘I stay for the knockout.’
Jamie Lynn admitted: ‘It could be my worst nightmare to know I’ve to actually combat.’
Tony stated: ‘The most essential half is controlling your self emotionally. You cannot be emotionally hooked up to the occasion, you have to be chilly.’
He added: ‘I do not assume something I’ve performed is basically particular. Anyone can do it, you’ve got simply bought to be keen to sacrifice.’
Jamie Lynn laughed: ‘I’m sorry no. No, no, no. There’s a whole lot of issues anybody can do, boxing just isn’t certainly one of them!’
Sam then in contrast the dimensions of his hand to Tony’s earlier than yelling to Marvin: ‘This hand is only a hand, however this hand has knocked out so many individuals!’
Fred requested Sam: ‘Could you think about if Tony Bellew was knocking you out?’
I’m A Celebrity…Get Me Out Of Here! continues Monday, November 27 at 9pm on ITV1 and ITVX.
I’m A Celebrity 2023: Meet the campmates
NIGEL FARAGE
Claim to fame: Former chief of the UK Independence Party and chief of the Brexit Party.
Phobias: Nobody likes rats, snakes and I’m dreading something to do with heights.
Biggest false impression you wish to dispel?: I’ve been demonised over time and so will probably be good to point out individuals I’m not nasty.
Role in camp: Lead on beginning up loads of campfire discussions.
Aside from your loved ones, what is going to you miss essentially the most while in camp?: A pint within the pub and the information.
Best & worst attributes: I hope to cheer individuals up when they’re down. Worst? I’m impatient and I do snore.
Dream camper: As a controversial political media determine, I by no means title names… But I’m wanting ahead to assembly attention-grabbing individuals from all completely different fields
DANIELLE HAROLD
Claim to fame: EastEnders actress.
Phobias: Rats. I hate them!
Biggest false impression you wish to dispel within the jungle?: I generally is a little ditzy at instances however I’m positively not a ‘dumb blonde’. I wish to present I can do the trials, challenges and get caught in.
Role in camp: Shoulder to cry on, assist others if they’re feeling low in camp.
Aside from household, what is going to you miss most while in camp?: Snacking. I’m just a little muncher and I’m going to overlook my morning cup of tea, too!
Best & worst attributes: I’d wish to assume I can be good if individuals are actually struggling. I’m not, nevertheless, superb at being bored, nor am I a morning particular person both.
Dream camper: Ed Sheeran. If he brings his guitar into camp, he can sing for us.
FRED SIRIEIX
Claim to fame: First Dates star.
Phobias: I’m fearful of the whole lot. I’m dying to learn the way vile the meals can be!
Biggest false impression you wish to dispel within the jungle?: I don’t assume there may be something however I’m wanting ahead to studying extra about myself throughout my time within the camp.
Role in camp: I’ll positively muck in with all the roles. I don’t thoughts cooking or cleansing the bogs.
Aside from your loved ones, what is going to you miss essentially the most while in camp? My mattress. It’s tremendous comfortable. I may also miss a cup of espresso within the morning.
Best & worst attributes: I wish to have enjoyable however I do snore and I’m impatient!
Dream camper: It’s going to be good to fulfill everybody however I’d like to see Dolly Parton, The Rock or Snoop Dog in there.
NELLA ROSE
Claim to fame: YouTuber and Catfish UK star.
Phobias: I’m petrified of the whole lot!
Biggest false impression you wish to dispel within the jungle? I’m a fairly open ebook.
Role in camp: Keep the morale and humour excessive.
Aside from your loved ones, what is going to you miss essentially the most while in camp? My cellphone… I’m at all times on it!
Dream camper: Alison Hammond or Adele.
NICK PICKARD
Claim to fame: Hollyoaks star.
Phobias: I’m a bit fearful of the darkish. When you go to the House of Horrors at Halloween and issues soar out at you, I’m not superb once I can’t see!
Biggest false impression you wish to dispel within the jungle: It can be good to go in as me and never as my Hollyoaks character.
Role in camp: Grafter or chef, I’m fairly good at cooking. But I’ve by no means cooked on a fireplace earlier than. Aside from household, what is going to you miss most while in camp: Football and my creature comforts.
Best & worst attributes: I’d wish to assume I’m a pleasant particular person and a very good staff participant. I’m not lazy however I do have a number of unhealthy habits like selecting my nostril. My girlfriend has been making an attempt to coach me to cease!
Dream camper: Sir Alex Ferguson or Neil Warnock.
FRANKIE DETTORI
Claim to fame: Champion Jockey
Phobias: I’m not certain as I don’t stroll throughout rooftop planks in the midst of the day nor do I’ve any snakes or rats in the home!
Biggest false impression you wish to dispel within the jungle: None. I’ve lived within the public area for so long as I can bear in mind so I’d hope everybody is aware of me properly.
Role in camp: To have enjoyable with everybody, I’m a happy-go- fortunate particular person.
Aside from your loved ones, what is going to you miss essentially the most while in camp? Travelling. I’ve spent my entire life at airports and I’ve bought to love it!
Best & worst attributes: I’m outgoing and I’m a fighter. Worst? I can’t sit nonetheless and I’m impatient.
Dream camper: Robbie Williams could be enjoyable.
JAMIE LYNN SPEARS
Claim to fame: Zoey 101 and Sweet Magnolias star.
Phobias: I’m fearful of the whole lot.
Biggest false impression you wish to dispel within the jungle?: I believe this can be a good probability to point out who I actually am.
Role in camp: Hopefully I would be the one who can assist everybody.
Aside from household, what is going to you miss essentially the most while in camp? A standard rest room, air con and my mattress.
Best & worst attributes: I believe my very best quality is it takes loads to harm my emotions; however I’m impatient and my household would say I get in a nasty temper loads.
Dream camper: Nicole Kidman, she is my favorite actress in the entire huge world, or Reece Witherspoon.
SAM THOMPSON
Claim to fame: Made In Chelsea star and radio presenter.
Phobias: I’m not a creepy crawly man and I hate anybody or something touching my neck.
Biggest false impression you wish to dispel within the jungle?: Since the age of 21, I’ve spent my entire life on TV and so I really feel whether or not individuals have a very good or unhealthy opinion of me, it’s most likely warranted!
Role in camp: I’m a ‘yes’ man so cooking, cleansing I’ll do no matter they need me to do.
Aside from household, what is going to you miss most while in camp?: I do know this sounds lame however gaming.
Best & worst attributes: I’d wish to assume I’m the court docket jester and I don’t take issues too critically, so if anybody is having a nasty day I wish to put a smile on their face. Worst? I’m fairly forgetful and I’m unhealthy at specializing in issues.
Dream camper: Stephen Fry. I believe I’d self-combust if he was going within the jungle!
JOSIE GIBSON
Claim to fame: This Morning presenter.
Phobias: Insects and I freeze each time I see a spider and I’m not certain what I’m going to do if I’m in a trial with them!
Biggest false impression you wish to dispel within the jungle?: I would really like individuals to know I’m very intelligent at figuring out ineffective info!
Role in camp: Mum. I’m very motherly and I additionally love chatting to individuals.
Aside from household, what is going to you miss most while in camp?: Getting as much as blow dry my hair and placing a little bit of make-up on!
Best & worst attributes: I’m an optimist and I really like assembly individuals from all walks of life. Worst? I will be fairly nosey and I’m nervous about my mood if I’m too hungry.
Dream camper: Dawn French, I really like her.
MARVIN HUMES
Claim to fame: JLS star.
Phobias: Heights. I’ve pulled out of a skydive with JLS prior to now as a result of I used to be too scared!
Biggest false impression you wish to dispel within the jungle: To present I’m not only a member of a boy band. It can be good for individuals to study extra about me.
Role in camp: I’d wish to assume I can be a shoulder to cry on and a mediator.
Aside from household, what is going to you miss most while in camp?: My fantasy soccer app! I’m obsessive about it! Four weeks with out music is a very long time, too.
Best & worst attributes: I’ve bought three kids below the age of ten and also you positively want a whole lot of endurance for that! Worst? Rochelle would most likely say I get ‘hangry’ if I don’t have sufficient meals.
Dream camper: Paddy McGuinness – I’ve performed Soccer Aid with him earlier than and I do know he’s humorous, he will get caught in and he’s arms on.
GRACE DENT
Claim to fame: MasterChef star and meals critic.
Phobias: Horrible individuals.
Biggest false impression you wish to dispel within the jungle: People assume I’m fairly forthright and scary however I don’t assume I’m scary! Hopefully individuals will see this.
Role in camp: Shoulder to cry on and I’m a sensible prepare dinner so I might help out.
Aside from your loved ones, what is going to you miss essentially the most while in camp? My three cats and my make-up bag. I really like a little bit of glamour.
Best & worst attributes: I wish to assume I’m humorous! My worst high quality is lack of sleep. I like my sleep.
Dream camper: Queen Camilla. She could be very sensible. And Madonna – she may carry out tracks from her Greatest Hits tour!
TONY BELLEW
Claim to fame: Former champion boxer
Phobias: Like most traditional individuals, I’m scared of virtually the whole lot.
Biggest false impression you wish to dispel within the jungle: People will painting me as one thing I’m not due to the career I’ve had. I’m only a regular particular person.
Role in camp: I’d wish to assume I’m domesticated so hopefully I might help out.
Best & worst attributes: I do get hangry…who doesn’t! But I’m straightforward going and I get on with everybody.
