Beverley Callard's Brilliant Comeback to David Haye Ignites I'm A Celeb Fan Frenzy
Fans of Beverley Callard are rallying behind the actress, demanding she be crowned the winner of I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! South Africa after her masterful response to fellow contestant David Haye's controversial remarks. The exchange, which aired on Monday night, has intensified the simmering feud between the two celebrities and captivated viewers across the nation.
David Haye's 'Ugly Birds' Comments Stun Campmates
During a group discussion in the camp, David Haye, the former heavyweight boxing champion, made shocking comments about his girlfriend Sian Osborne and women in general. He described her as having the personality of a proper 'ugly girl', explaining his theory on what he termed 'Ugly Duckling syndrome'.
"Most ugly girls realise they're not pretty enough... they've got to have a personality to banter and tell jokes to overlook that they're not aesthetically amazing straight away," Haye stated to his visibly stunned campmates.
He elaborated further, claiming that women who are considered attractive from a young age often lack personality because they rely on their looks, while those deemed 'ugly' develop stronger personalities to compensate. Scarlett Moffatt immediately challenged him, saying "you can't say that", but Haye continued undeterred.
Beverley Callard's Killer Response
As other campmates including Ashley Roberts listened in clear disbelief, Beverley Callard - who has been engaged in a feud with Haye since the show's first episode - delivered what viewers are calling the perfect comeback.
"So does that mean all handsome men have sh** personalities then?" Callard asked pointedly.
Haye deflected with "I don't know, I don't really pay attention to the men", but the damage was done. Fans immediately took to social media to praise the Coronation Street icon's quick wit and sharp tongue.
Fan Reaction and Crown Demands
The response from viewers was overwhelmingly positive toward Callard. One fan exclaimed "Well done Bev. God question!" while another declared "Give her the crown now!" The sentiment reflects growing support for Callard to win the entire competition based on her handling of the tense situation.
This latest exchange adds fuel to the fire of a feud that began in the show's first episode when Haye pushed for the 69-year-old actress to be sent to the more basic Savannah Scrub camp. At the time, viewers were shocked by what many perceived as ageist and sexist behavior from the boxer.
Callard's Perspective on the Feud
In a recent interview with WhichBingo, Beverley Callard reflected on her experience with Haye in the camp. While acknowledging that being sent to Savannah Scrub ultimately allowed her to form strong bonds with Adam Thomas, Gemma Collins, and comedian Sean Walsh, she didn't mince words about Haye's behavior.
"I also really resented when he said 'she's got to prove herself.' I don't have to prove myself to him, that just was so smug and I don't care what he thinks of me," Callard stated. "I do not want to impress him and I think it was ageist, I thought it was sexist and at that time I thought he had no consideration for anybody else's feelings whatsoever."
She concluded bluntly: "He was a meanie and all he wanted to do was win and he didn't seem to have any endearing qualities to me whatsoever."
Broader Reaction to Haye's Comments
The controversy extended beyond the camp when Good Morning Britain discussed a clip of Haye's monologue on Tuesday morning. Presenter Susanna Reid remarked "I love that Scarlett just sits there going, 'You cannot say that'. He's completely unfiltered." When asked what she thought Haye meant by his comments, Reid added "I just don't think it bears scrutiny."
As I'm A Celebrity South Africa continues to air on ITV1 and ITVX at 9pm, the dynamic between Beverley Callard and David Haye remains one of the show's most compelling storylines. With fans now actively campaigning for Callard to win based on her handling of the situation, the competition has taken on an unexpected moral dimension that extends beyond traditional camp challenges.
