Scarlett Moffatt Distances Herself from David Haye Following Controversial Remarks
Scarlett Moffatt has publicly indicated that she maintains no close relationship with David Haye, and he is notably absent from the I'm A Celebrity cast WhatsApp chat. This revelation comes in the wake of Haye's contentious comments, which many viewers have labelled as misogynistic during a recent episode of the reality show.
Shocking Comments Spark Outrage
During Tuesday's broadcast, David Haye left his fellow contestants, including Scarlett Moffatt and Ashley Roberts, visibly stunned. He boasted about dating a 'lovely' woman whom he described as having 'the personality of a proper ugly bird.' Haye later attempted to clarify his statement, asserting that less attractive women often develop superior personalities because their 'banter and jokes' serve to divert attention from their physical appearance.
The former boxing champion was engaged in a discussion about his girlfriend, Sian Osborne, with Scarlett and Ashley, both of whom appeared horrified by his admission. Scarlett, aged 35, has since disclosed to Heat magazine that she does not regularly communicate with Haye since their time on the show concluded.
Exclusion from Cast Communications
Scarlett elaborated on the dynamics within the cast, stating, 'We have a WhatsApp group. Not everyone is in it, I'm not going to lie. I won't disclose it, but for me personally, I speak to Ashley nearly every day. I speak to Mo [Farah] all the time, Gemma, Bev [Callard], Sinitta, and Harry. I think you naturally gravitate towards certain people in any sort of setting like that, but they're definitely the ones I speak to all the time.'
Her comments underscore a clear distancing from Haye, implying that his controversial views have impacted his social standing among the cast members.
Viewer Backlash and Mixed Reactions
David Haye's remarks ignited a firestorm of criticism on social media platforms, with numerous viewers expressing their disgust and labelling him as sexist and misogynistic. One viewer commented, 'David Haye is pathetic all brawn and no brains but why take his pathetic comment out on his partner? She hasn't done anything wrong.' Another added, 'Who the hell does this David Haye think he is? Misogynist much??!!'
However, sources close to Sian Osborne have indicated that she found the comments amusing and did not perceive them as offensive. A source told The Sun, 'Sian can see why people are upset, but he absolutely did not intend to offend anyone – it was meant as a compliment. He thinks of himself as a bit of a philosopher and was using the 'ugly duck theory' to boast about how Sian has it all – the stunning looks and killer personality.'
Despite this defence, the public outcry has been substantial, with many calling for Haye to be held accountable for his words.
Clarification and Aftermath
During the episode, when pressed by Scarlett and Ashley to explain his statement, Haye elaborated, 'Most ugly girls realise they've got to have a personality to banter, tell jokes and s**t. People overlook the fact they're not aesthetically amazing straight away. What's it called - Ugly Duckling Syndrome? When girls are ugly when they start off, then get pretty as they get older. But they've still got the personality of when they're ugly.'
Ashley Roberts responded by groaning, 'Oh, dear God...', highlighting the discomfort his words caused among the cast. The incident has sparked broader discussions about sexism in entertainment and the responsibilities of public figures in shaping societal attitudes.
As the controversy continues to unfold, Scarlett Moffatt's revelations about the cast dynamics further emphasise the rift caused by Haye's comments, leaving his future relationships with fellow contestants in question.
