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I'm a celebrity (really?) 2016

Sillybilly
Sillybilly Posts: 9,255
edited November 2016 in Not Sports Related
Well, it's nearly that time of year again. I can't stand reality tv shows as a rule. But for some reason this one has, from time to time, captured my attention. I'm not going to attempt to justify it or it's oddities but I have found some series to be ghoulishly entertaining and Ant & Dec have the jovial host routine down to a tee. I've enjoyed three or four of the last half dozen series as there have been a number of "celebrities" that I have been familiar with and have enjoyed watching crash and burn/empathised with more than I expected to (Bannatyne, Haye, Foggy, Bullard, Hadley etc) and the odd unknown (to me) who has commanded my interest for a variety of reasons good or bad (wossername who won last year, that bonkers Lady C woman etc. But there have been years where I've just not watched at all as I simply don't recognise/care about any of the contestants. This year is heading to be one of the latter I fear. Apart from Vorderman who I generally find insufferable, I barely recognise any of them (my afore-stated aversion to reality TV probably explains that).

http://www.bbc.co.uk/newsbeat/article/37906258/carol-vorderman-scarlett-moffatt-confirmed-for-im-a-celebrity-get-me-out-of-here

Feels like this may be approaching its self by date.

Sorry to reduce discussion to clapped out entertainers and talentless wannabes but it does have a certain ring to it..........
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  • I never watch, no matter who is on. In fact I am always slightly disappointed when I find out someone I quite admire (Larry Lamb on this occasion) stoops to appear in this show, but I understand the appearance money is very tempting.
  • Wayne Bridge could be an interesting addition as no doubt he'll "reveal a few stories"

    In short he'll just waffle on about the glory days rather than being remembered as the bloke who's missus slept with John Terry
  • AFKABartram
    AFKABartram Posts: 58,154
    Actually think it's quite a strong line up of 'knowns' this year
  • Same old games/challenges I suppose, wife loves this , but strength of celebrities makes this only just bearable for me.
  • Valiantphil
    Valiantphil Posts: 6,427
    Surely the spin-off show (I'm a celebrity - Extra Camp) should be hosted by Rylan ?
  • JiMMy 85
    JiMMy 85 Posts: 10,220
    I heard Danny Baker was on this year, which horrified me as I'm a big fan of his. He's got a few weeks off from his show and that appeared to be the reason. But I think he might've been on a wind up based on recent tweets.
  • Wayne Bridge could be an interesting addition as no doubt he'll "reveal a few stories"

    In short he'll just waffle on about the glory days rather than being remembered as the bloke who's missus slept with John Terry

    Wayne must be devastated to lose a girlfriend and end up with his only consolation being Frankie from the Saturdays
  • OK I admit it - I love this show.
    It's entertaining, a bit of escapism and brings quite a few laughs.
    Looking forward to it.
  • palarsehater
    palarsehater Posts: 12,323
    ola jordan could do a mylene klass
  • ValleyGary
    ValleyGary Posts: 38,192
    The only 'reality' show worth watching. Ant & Dec are superb.

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  • shirty5
    shirty5 Posts: 19,424
    Lisa Snowden, Ola Jordan, Sam Quek

  • iamdan
    iamdan Posts: 2,425
    John Terry excited Wayne is going into the jungle..
  • Haven't watched it since the first couple of years.

    That Scarlett is really funny on Gogglebox though, think she could win.
  • stackitsteve
    stackitsteve Posts: 12,132
    JiMMy 85 said:

    I heard Danny Baker was on this year, which horrified me as I'm a big fan of his. He's got a few weeks off from his show and that appeared to be the reason. But I think he might've been on a wind up based on recent tweets.

    I've seen his name mentioned too. He could be one of the two that usually go in a few days later.
  • Dave2l
    Dave2l Posts: 8,880
    A collection of nice women and other interesting personalities.

    Sounds like pretty decent viewing this year
  • JiMMy 85 said:

    I heard Danny Baker was on this year, which horrified me as I'm a big fan of his. He's got a few weeks off from his show and that appeared to be the reason. But I think he might've been on a wind up based on recent tweets.

    I've seen his name mentioned too. He could be one of the two that usually go in a few days later.
    Chris Evans said this morning that Danny Baker is in it.
  • MrOneLung
    MrOneLung Posts: 27,092
    The only two I would not know a lot about are Joel Dommett (comedian) and Jordan Banjo from Diversity dance group.
  • Swisdom
    Swisdom Posts: 14,980
    Trashy though it may be - it;s easy viewing and nice light entertainment.
  • Alwaysneil
    Alwaysneil Posts: 13,877
    Ho ho. Baker joining might even get me to watch an episode.

    Nah.
  • Blinkant
    Blinkant Posts: 598
    Surprised the pic of Lisa snowdon in a Charlton shirt hasn't been posted yet.


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  • Dazzler21
    Dazzler21 Posts: 51,569
    Lisa Snowdon you say?

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  • only reality show worth watching. when they get it right its brialliant

    hoping danny baker doesn't disappoint
  • sam3110
    sam3110 Posts: 21,606
    Jordan Banjo, famous for being Ashley Banjo's brother, oh and he's also in Diversity.

    Take any other member of diversity and put them in there and no-one would have a clue who they were! 10 years too late for Snowdon to get her kit off really, and about 20 years too late for Vorderman.










    Still would though, obviously
  • Macronate
    Macronate Posts: 12,950
    edited November 2016
    Some very pretty ladies this year.

    And, (in the interests of equality) some blokes as well.
  • Lisa Snowdon. Mmmmmmmmmmmmmmm.
  • BDL
    BDL Posts: 6,028
    Danny Baker was approached years ago to do the show when he was on BBC London Breakfast in the treehouse, he was well up for it. He didn't go in as they thought he wouldn't fit in with the group dynamic!

    It is, by far, the best "reality" show on TV, just for Ant and Dec alone.

    Very strong line up this year, should be good viewing.
  • According to the link posted above Danny Baker did not make the final selection.
  • This is the saddest thread I have ever read. At least Larry Lamb is getting paid.
  • Covered End
    Covered End Posts: 52,272
    Danny Baker "pulled out", because he was not permitted to take a box of wine in, as his luxury item.
  • i_b_b_o_r_g
    i_b_b_o_r_g Posts: 18,948
    Orla Jordan, get in that fountain