Jimmy Bullard’s jungle meltdown is far from over — and now it could be heading straight to court.
The former footballer, 47, is reportedly preparing legal action against ITV after being warned he may lose a chunk of his fee if he refuses to appear at the live I’m A Celebrity… South Africa All Stars final this Friday.
The drama comes hot on the heels of his fiery on-screen clash with Adam Thomas — a row so intense it left viewers stunned and production scrambling behind the scenes.
During the explosive trial, tensions boiled over when Jimmy uttered the show’s infamous “I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here” phrase — a move that should have sent both men packing. But in a controversial twist, rules were suddenly adjusted, allowing Adam to remain while Jimmy was eliminated.
That decision hasn’t gone down well.
Sources claim Jimmy was “completely baffled” that Adam was allowed to continue, with insiders suggesting the show may have “taken Adam’s side” due to his future with the network. One insider insisted: “None of this is Jimmy’s fault. It feels like ITV backed Adam — maybe they see more long-term value in him.”
Back in the UK, attempts to mediate between the two men reportedly failed — and Jimmy has now made it clear he won’t be showing up for the finale. That decision could cost him 20% of his fee… but he may be ready to fight back.
According to reports, Jimmy has already instructed a lawyer and is prepared to challenge ITV if they dock his pay.
Meanwhile, viewers were left equally shaken by what they saw on screen. Adam unleashed a furious rant, branding Jimmy “pathetic” and hurling insults during the clash — though it’s now claimed some of the harshest language was edited out of the final broadcast.
A source revealed Adam “totally lost it”, screaming abuse and calling Jimmy names “under the sun” — but not all of it made it to air, sparking fresh accusations that producers softened the edit to protect him.
As tensions escalate and accusations fly, this jungle feud is no longer just reality TV drama — it’s turning into a full-blown legal battle.
