In a season that’s already sparked heated debates, Martin Kemp became the sixth celebrity to bid farewell to the *I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here!* jungle, sending shockwaves through the fanbase as the grand finale looms just days away. But this latest eviction has pushed viewers over the edge, with social media exploding in frustration over what many are calling a “predictable and unfair” voting system. Calls for immediate rule changes are flooding in, from revamping the elimination process to introducing wildcard twists that could shake up the camp dynamics.
And and Dec were on hand as usual to reveal the news
3Martin is the sixth celebrity to leave the jungleCredit: James Gourley/ITV/Shutterstock
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The tension peaked during tonight’s nail-biting announcement, hosted by the ever-charismatic duo Ant and Dec. With the votes tallied, it came down to a heart-pounding showdown between music legend Martin Kemp and beloved actress Lisa Riley. In the end, it was Martin who packed his bags, leaving fans reeling and questioning the show’s format. “This is rigged! We need better voting rules NOW!” one furious viewer tweeted, echoing a chorus of complaints that have been building all season. From accusations of “boring” safe votes to demands for audience veto powers, the backlash is louder than ever—proving that this year’s jungle drama isn’t just confined to the camp.
Fresh from the bush, Martin joined Ant and Dec for a candid post-eviction chat, champagne in hand and a relieved smile on his face. “I’ve dreamt about this moment,” he confessed, savoring his first taste of freedom after weeks of trials, critters, and camp life. Reflecting on his jungle highs, Martin didn’t hesitate: “The other people, without a doubt. Sitting around and talking—I’m not one for making new friends, but it’s the first time I’ve done it in years, and I’ve loved every second.”
The Spandau Ballet icon admitted he felt he’d conquered the experience fully. “Coming out now, I’ve done it—experienced everything I wanted and gathered some killer anecdotes to share,” he said with a grin. When probed about his campmates dubbing him the ‘camp dad,’ Martin took it in stride. “I suppose I was a bit on the outside, a little calmer than the rest, thanks to life experience. I shared a few stories that kept them entertained, and they seemed to enjoy it.”
Ant and Dec couldn’t resist teasing Martin about his son Roman Kemp’s impressive third-place finish back in 2019. How did it feel not to outdo his own flesh and blood? “I’m glad I didn’t,” Martin replied warmly. “He’s my boy, and I love him to bits.” As for who might snatch the crown this year, Martin was crystal clear: EastEnders star Shona McGarty is his pick to be named Queen of the Jungle. “She’s got what it takes—strength, heart, and that winning spark,” he predicted.
But while Martin exits on a high note, the fan fury shows no signs of slowing. With the final fast approaching, viewers are rallying online, hashtagging #FixImACeleb and petitioning for changes like anonymous voting or mid-season surprises to keep things fresh. Will the producers listen? As the jungle heats up, one thing’s for sure—this season’s twists are far from over, and the real drama might just be unfolding off-screen. Stay tuned!