I’m A Celebrity’s Nella Rose is branded a ‘hypocrite’ by fans as she uses the same phrase which prompted outburst at Fred Sirieix in resurfaced tweet

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The ‘dadgate’ saga has taken a new turn as I’m a Celebrity fans have branded Nella Rose a ‘hypocrite’ after a tweet she made four years ago resurfaced.

Nella, 26, refused to look at or speak to First Dates star Fred Sirieix, 51, after he quipped that he needed laser-eye surgery because ‘I’m old enough to be your dad’.

Declaring they would no longer ‘be friends’ in the camp, Nella said she felt ‘disrespected’ because the maître d’ knew her father had died in 2020.

But just four years ago in July 2019, the YouTuber used the very same phrase which prompted her bizarre outburst at Fred as she addressed her 171,000 Twitter followers.

The resurfaced tweet saw Nella re-share a video about the disgraced former Radio One DJ Tim Westwood, who has ‘strongly’ denied any wrongdoing after being accused of five sexual assaults against women, dancing with a young woman in a club.

Row: The ‘dadgate’ saga has taken a new turn as I’m a Celebrity fans have branded Nella Rose a ‘hypocrite’ after a tweet she made four years ago resurfaced

Tension: Nella, 26, refused to look at or speak to First Dates star Fred Sirieix, 51, after he quipped that he needed laser-eye surgery because ‘I’m old enough to be your dad’

In response to the video, Nella wrote: ‘This man makes me sick, he’s old enough to be her dad.’

Viewers were left puzzled at Nella’s outburst at Fred on I’m A Celebrity and said she must have not known the common turn-of-phrase, with the show’s host Ant saying that ‘I think she just misunderstood what he said’.

But fans of the show have accused her of ‘hypocrisy’ after the resurfaced tweet showed she was aware of the meaning behind the phrase.

One person commented: ‘This hasn’t aged well,’ while another wrote: ‘So she does understand the term. This ain’t looking good,’ and a third tweeted: ‘She’s a hypocrite!’

The influencer has received a torrent of backlash for her ‘childish’ response to Fred’s lighthearted joke which has gone on to divide viewers.

On Monday night in the camp, the Fred was explaining how his eyesight was bad and lightheartedly joked it was because he was old enough to be Nella’s father.

However, Nella said she found the comment ‘disrespectful’ because hours before, she had opened up about how her father had died.

The following morning, she said: ‘You turned around to me with an attitude and said, ‘You know I could be your dad, right?’ 

Same words: But just four years ago in July 2019, the YouTuber used the very same phrase which prompted her bizarre outburst at Fred as she addressed her 171,000 Twitter followers

Oh dear: But fans of the show have accused her of ‘hypocrisy’ after the resurfaced tweet showed she was aware of the meaning behind the phrase

Fuming: Viewers were left puzzled at Nella’s outburst at Fred on I’m A Celebrity and said she must have not known the common turn-of-phrase

‘I don’t care how you said it to me, it’s disrespectful and I don’t want to talk to you. I don’t want to be around you.’

Visibly upset, Fred said: ‘If I made a faux pas, unwillingly, unconsciously, I am sorry. That’s all it was. I only said that in a way because I am older than you, I am 51 and you’re 26.’

READ MORE: The story behind Dadgate: Why a painful family tragedy sparked THAT row with Fred Sirieix 

She then fired back that he was ‘little girling’ her and accepted his apology but refused to eat any food he cooked or speak to him for the rest of the time there, declaring: ‘We’re not friends.’

Thousands of viewers were left outraged by her reaction and flocked to Twitter calling her ‘childish’ and ‘entitled’.

But perhaps the most concerning for Nella is the loss of support from people on TikTok and YouTube – where she earns most of her money – as she risks leaving the Jungle to a depleted primary fanbase.

The platforms have been flooded with videos of fans discussing the feud and most are in support of Fred as the tide turns of public favour has turned against Nella.

One person wrote: ‘Congrats Nella, you just ended your career in five minutes by overreacting because he’s old enough to be your dad. Cancelled.’

Another person on the platform wrote: ‘Unsubscribed on YouTube and unfollowed on here. Can’t be bothered with your negativity.’

Others have simply branded her ‘toxic’ while one person commented: ‘Nella’s managed to go from everyone loving her comedic reactions to take to be a spiteful child with no remorse even when Fred apologised.’

Hosts Ant and Dec chimed in on the argument on their Instagram after the live show and said: ‘Poor Fred. She took that out of context didn’t she, it was out of proportion he was just going for a turn of phrase.’

Not impressed: Declaring they would no longer ‘be friends’ in the camp, Nella said she felt ‘disrespected’ because the maître d’ knew her father had died in 2020 

Fred’s fiancée – known to the public as Fruitcake – wrote to his 900 thousand Instagram followers: ‘Tough watch for some of the show tonight but Fred made us so proud – we know his intention was never to upset anyone – Keep your head up Fred, we love you.’

Nella is the youngest star to be in the show this year, and it was hoped by ITV bosses that her vast internet fame would attract millions of young viewers to the show.

Renowned as a much-loved content creator, she gained success by posting videos to YouTube of her with her friends doing their make-up on camera and discussing topics such as ‘Growing up in an African household’.

She has accumulated an incredible 750,000 YouTube subscribers with a whopping 81 million views but it appears this success could be in jeopardy.

I’m A Celebrity 2023: Meet the campmates

NIGEL FARAGE

Claim to fame: Former leader of the UK Independence Party  and leader of the Brexit Party.

Phobias: Nobody likes rats, snakes and I am dreading anything to do with heights.

Biggest misconception you want to dispel?: I have been demonised over the years and so it will be nice to show people I am not nasty. 

Role in camp: Lead on starting up plenty of campfire discussions. 

Aside from your family, what will you miss the most whilst in camp?: A pint in the pub and the news. 

Best & worst attributes: I hope to cheer people up when they are down. Worst? I am impatient and I do snore. 

Dream camper: As a controversial political media figure, I never name names… But I am looking forward to meeting interesting people from all different fields 

DANIELLE HAROLD

Claim to fame: EastEnders actress.

Phobias: Rats. I hate them! 

Biggest misconception you want to dispel in the jungle?: I can be a little ditzy at times but I am definitely not a ‘dumb blonde’. I want to show I can do the trials, challenges and get stuck in. 

Role in camp: Shoulder to cry on, help others if they are feeling low in camp. 

Aside from family, what will you miss most whilst in camp?: Snacking. I am a little muncher and I am going to miss my morning cup of tea, too! 

Best & worst attributes: I’d like to think I will be good if people are really struggling. I am not, however, very good at being bored, nor am I a morning person either. 

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 am scared of everything. I am dying to find out how vile the food will be! 

Biggest misconception you want to dispel in the jungle?: I don’t think there is anything but I am looking forward to learning more about myself during my time in the camp. 

Role in camp: I will definitely muck in with all the jobs. I don’t mind cooking or cleaning the toilets. 

Aside from your family, what will you miss the most whilst in camp? My bed. It’s super comfy. I will also miss a cup of coffee in the morning. 

Best & worst attributes: I like to have fun but I do snore and I am impatient! 

Dream camper: It’s going to be nice to meet everyone but I’d love to see Dolly Parton, The Rock or Snoop Dog in there.

NELLA ROSE

Claim to fame: YouTuber and Catfish UK star. 

Phobias: I am fearful of everything! 

Biggest misconception you want to dispel in the jungle? I am a pretty open book. 

Role in camp: Keep the morale and humour high.

Aside from your family, what will you miss the most whilst in camp? My phone… I am always on it! 

Dream camper: Alison Hammond or Adele. 

NICK PICKARD

Claim to fame: Hollyoaks star. 

Phobias: I am a bit scared of the dark. When you go to the House of Horrors at Halloween and things jump out at you, I am not very good when I can’t see! 

Biggest misconception you want to dispel in the jungle: It will be nice to go in as me and not as my Hollyoaks character. 

Role in camp: Grafter or chef, I am quite good at cooking. But I’ve never cooked on a fire before. Aside from family, what will you miss most whilst in camp: Football and my creature comforts. 

Best & worst attributes: I’d like to think I am a nice person and a good team player. I am not lazy but I do have a few bad habits like picking my nose. My girlfriend has been trying to train me to stop! 

Dream camper: Sir Alex Ferguson or Neil Warnock. 

FRANKIE DETTORI

Claim to fame: Champion Jockey

Phobias: I am not sure as I don’t walk across rooftop planks in the middle of the day nor do I have any snakes or rats in the house!

Biggest misconception you want to dispel in the jungle: None. I’ve lived in the public domain for as long as I can remember so I’d hope everyone knows me well.

Role in camp: To have fun with everyone, I am a happy-go- lucky person.

Aside from your family, what will you miss the most whilst in camp? Travelling. I have spent my whole life at airports and I’ve got to like it!

Best & worst attributes: I am outgoing and I am a fighter. Worst? I can’t sit still and I am impatient.

Dream camper: Robbie Williams would be fun.

JAMIE LYNN SPEARS

Claim to fame: Zoey 101 and Sweet Magnolias star.

 Phobias: I am scared of everything.

Biggest misconception you want to dispel in the jungle?: I think this is a nice chance to show who I really am.

Role in camp: Hopefully I will be the one who can support everyone. 

Aside from family, what will you miss the most whilst in camp? A normal bathroom, air conditioning and my bed. 

Best & worst attributes: I think my best quality is it takes a lot to hurt my feelings; but I am impatient and my family would say I get in a bad mood a lot. 

Dream camper: Nicole Kidman, she is my favourite actress in the whole wide world, or Reece Witherspoon.

SAM THOMPSON

Claim to fame: Made In Chelsea star and radio presenter. 

Phobias: I am not a creepy crawly guy and I hate anyone or anything touching my neck. 

Biggest misconception you want to dispel in the jungle?: Since the age of 21, I’ve spent my whole life on TV and so I feel whether people have a good or bad opinion of me, it’s probably warranted!

Role in camp: I’m a ‘yes’ man so cooking, cleaning I will do whatever they want me to do. 

Aside from family, what will you miss most whilst in camp?: I know this sounds lame but gaming. 

Best & worst attributes: I’d like to think I am the court jester and I don’t take things too seriously, so if anyone is having a bad day I would like to put a smile on their face. Worst? I am quite forgetful and I am bad at focusing on things. 

Dream camper: Stephen Fry. I think I would self-combust if he was going in the jungle! 

JOSIE GIBSON

Claim to fame: This Morning presenter.

Phobias: Insects and I freeze every time I see a spider and I am not sure what I am going to do if I am in a trial with them! 

Biggest misconception you want to dispel in the jungle?: I would like people to know I am very clever at knowing useless information! 

Role in camp: Mum. I am very motherly and I also love chatting to people. 

Aside from family, what will you miss most whilst in camp?: Getting up to blow dry my hair and putting a bit of make-up on! 

Best & worst attributes: I am an optimist and I love meeting people from all walks of life. Worst? I can be quite nosey and I am worried about my temper if I am too hungry. 

Dream camper: Dawn French, I love her. 

MARVIN HUMES

Claim to fame: JLS star.

Phobias: Heights. I have pulled out of a skydive with JLS in the past because I was too scared! 

Biggest misconception you want to dispel in the jungle: To show I am not just a member of a boy band. It will be nice for people to learn more about me. 

Role in camp: I’d like to think I will be a shoulder to cry on and a mediator. 

Aside from family, what will you miss most whilst in camp?: My fantasy football app! I am obsessed with it! Four weeks without music is a long time, too. 

Best & worst attributes: I’ve got three children under the age of ten and you definitely need a lot of patience for that! Worst? Rochelle would probably say I get ‘hangry’ if I don’t have enough food. 

Dream camper: Paddy McGuinness – I’ve done Soccer Aid with him before and I know he’s funny, he gets stuck in and he is hands on.

GRACE DENT

Claim to fame: MasterChef star and food critic. 

Phobias: Horrible people. 

Biggest misconception you want to dispel in the jungle: People think I am quite forthright and scary but I don’t think I am scary! Hopefully people will see this. 

Role in camp: Shoulder to cry on and I am a practical cook so I can help out. 

Aside from your family, what will you miss the most whilst in camp? My three cats and my make-up bag. I love a bit of glamour. 

Best & worst attributes: I would like to think I am funny! My worst quality is lack of sleep. I like my sleep. 

Dream camper: Queen Camilla. She would be very practical. And Madonna – she could perform tracks from her Greatest Hits tour! 

TONY BELLEW

Claim to fame: Former champion boxer

Phobias: Like most normal people, I am scared of almost everything.

Biggest misconception you want to dispel in the jungle: People will portray me as something I am not because of the profession I have had. I am just a normal person.

Role in camp: I’d like to think I am domesticated so hopefully I can help out.

Best & worst attributes: I do get hangry…who doesn’t! But I am easy going and I get on with everyone.

 

 

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