ITV I'm A Celeb's Tony Bellew's family tragedy that nearly stopped him from going on show

Tony Bellew broke camp rules while on I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here! but the scenes never aired on the show, Danielle Harold has revealed. The I'm A Celeb campmates had grown suspicious of ex-boxer Tony, 41, as he always seemed know what the time was, despite contestants being completely isolated from the outside world while in the jungle, with no access to phones, watches or clocks.

Made in Chelsea star Sam Thompson was crowned King of the Jungle earlier this month after he won the hearts of the nation and his fellow camp mates. Sam took home the I'm a Celebrity...Get Me Out Of Here! winner's title, beating former boxer and runner up Tony Bellew, and broadcaster Nigel Farage, who came in third place. However, thanks to recent information, it's been revealed that this result could have gone very differently.

Despite coming second on this year's I'm A Celebrity, Tony Bellew looks set to receive a whopping £3 million due to his bromance with Sam Thompson. The boxer looks to be set for big things, as Jonathan Shalit OBE, chairman of InterTalent, reckons the star will be able to cash in quickly, reports the Mirror.

I'm A Celebrity runner-up Tony Bellew has fuelled rumours of a cast feud after posting a cryptic video about "fake friends" to his Instagram Stories. Boxer Tony, 41, came second to best pal campmate Sam Thompson, but while the pair appear keen to continue their bromance back in the UK, some of their co-stars are not thought to be getting on so well. On Thursday, Tony shared a clip on his Instagram Stories of a US man on a sweary rant about navigating friendships and working out who really cares about you.

Former boxer Tony Bellew has posted a video on his social media containing a cryptic hint towards 'fake friends' following his time on I'm A Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here! when he came runner-up on the ITV series.

One of the strongest bonds to be formed in the I’m A Celeb jungle looks set to continue in the real world. King of the jungle Sam Thompson has built the foundations of a long lasting relationship with runner-up Tony Bellew after he shared a sweet moments with fans.

I'm A Celebrity star Tony Bellew is finally back in charge of his social media accounts after leaving the show and has sent a special message to winner Sam Thompson. "I'm over the moon, I can't believe I got as far as I did," he told his Instagram followers on Thursday night, 14 December.

I'm A Celebrity contestants Tony Bellew and Sam Thompson have been seen enjoying a day out together with the boxer's family, following their stint in the jungle.

I'm a Celebrity fans have been left "in tears" following Tony Bellew's heartbreaking admission on Good Morning Britain.

I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here! runner-up Tony Bellew issued some stern advice to his jungle pal Sam Thompson, who was crowned King of the Jungle 2023. Tony, 41, a former professional boxer, struck up an unlikely friendship with ex Made in Chelsea star Sam, 31, during their time Down Under in the wilderness.

I’m A Celebrity has come to an end after three weeks of jungle action, with a new king of the jungle being crowned live on Sunday (10 December) night. This year, it was former Made in Chelsea star Sam Thompson who took the crown, after winning the hearts of viewers and his fellow campmates alike. Former professional boxer Tony Bellew finished in second place, and has formed a firm friendship with Sam along the way.

I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here viewers decided there was a problem with Tony Bellew's time in the jungle as they watched the final of the 2023 series unfold. On Sunday night (December 10) a King was crowned in the ITV reality show after Sam Thomspon and Nigel Farage completed the all-male final.

I’m A Celebrity fans are certain that two finalists hate each other after an awkward jibe in the grand finale.

I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here! fan-favourite Tony Bellew has had his popularity skyrocketing since he joined this year's series, and now his wife has revealed the real reason he wanted to take part. The former boxer, 41, who became a champion during his time in the ring, has had viewers in hysterics with his blunt nature and Liverpudlian ways.

I'm A Celebrity fans are convinced they know the real explanation behind boxer Tony Bellew's bushtucker trial decision.

The wife of I'm A Celebrity...Get Me Out Of Here! campmate Tony Bellew has enjoyed yet another sunshine filled beach day in Australia while her boxing hubby endures Bushtucker Trials in the jungle. Rachael, who shares four sons with boxing legend Tony, was snapped making the most of her time Down Under as she headed onto the golden sand to soak up the sun. The mum was photographed walking along the beach just days after being pictured enjoying a beach day alongside the couple's four sons, Carter, Carson, Cobey and Corey, who all landed in Australia last week to support Tony.

Hollyoaks star Nick Pickard has become the fourth contestant eliminated from I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! after a public vote. Nick is the fourth star to leave the show the jungle show after jockey Frankie Dettori, Nella Rose and First Dates star Fred Sirieix. Nick found himself in the bottom two with This Morning host Josie Gibson.

Another day in the jungle means another celeb - or celebs - will be taking part in a new Bushtucker trial. In a preview of tonight's I'm a Celebrity...

Since first arriving in the I’m A Celebrity jungle as one of this year’s late additions to the lineup, Tony Bellew has rapidly become a firm fan favourite - and even potential King of the Jungle. Whether it’s been getting stuck into a grim and grisly Bushtucker Trial, or even just partaking in some camp banter, Tony has continued to impress viewers with his positive attitude and genuine concern for the wellbeing of his co-stars.

I'm a Celebrity star Tony Bellew has revealed on the show why he stopped boxing – because it is a "brutal and dangerous sport." The 41-year-old retired after being beaten in an eighth-round knockout by Oleksandr Usyk in November 2018 as they battled for the undisputed world cruiserweight title. While he could have continued, Tony admitted he chose to walk away to protect his safety. Campmate and YouTuber Nella Rose asked Tony: “How come you retired from boxing?” during Monday's episode, 4 December.Tony replied: “My body stopped me.