In a dramatic jungle development, Alex Scott has been caught red-handed breaking I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here!'s strict regulations, potentially facing serious repercussions for her actions.
The Rule-Breaking Incident
During Sunday evening's episode, viewers watched as the former footballer turned television presenter secretly sprinkled salt onto crocodile feet, directly violating the programme's prohibited items list. Presenters Ant and Dec immediately identified the substance as "contraband" and confirmed that consequences would follow, leaving audiences in suspense about what punishment might be delivered.
The discovery could result in reduced rations for the entire camp, potentially creating tension and conflict among the celebrities. It remains unclear whether Scott's fellow campmates were aware of her rule-breaking or if she acted entirely alone.
Camp Reaction and Historical Context
On the spin-off programme Unpacked, reactions to Scott's behaviour ranged from surprise to criticism. Fellow contestant Jill Scott expressed her astonishment, stating: "I am surprised by Alex doing it as I thought she would follow the rules actually." Comedian Seann Walsh commented on the lack of discretion shown, noting: "I was surprised by how indiscreet Alex was with putting the salt on."
This isn't the first time celebrities have attempted to beat the system. Last year saw a double rule violation involving both salt and teabags. Radio presenter Dean McCullough successfully smuggled tea bags past producers, secretly adding them to the camp's morning hot water supply.
When boxer Barry McGuigan noticed the unusual appearance of the water, Coronation Street actor Alan Halsall attempted to cover with the explanation: "We got a bit of mud in the kettle but if you try it, it's not too bad." After tasting the water, McGuigan discovered the truth, winking at his campmates and declaring: "Fantastic!"
A History of Jungle Contraband
Throughout the show's history, numerous celebrities have attempted to smuggle prohibited items:
- In 2010, Gillian McKeith concealed salt, herbs, and various spices in her undergarments
- Hugo Taylor hid multiple salt and pepper packets in his rucksack in 2012
- Model Amy Willerton successfully smuggled an entire cosmetics bag, avoiding detection for 10 days in 2013
- TV chef Gino D'Acampo stuffed his pillow with salt, sugar, four different teas, and ten sachets of coffee
D'Acampo revealed his elaborate contingency plan at the time: "I had it in my shoes as well. I thought, 'If the security guys catch the stuff in the pillow, I still have the stuff in the shoes'."
In previous series, such rule-breaking has backfired spectacularly. Following last year's violations, presenter Melvin Odoom was only allowed half his prize after completing a task to secure cupcakes. Producers subsequently declared a jungle amnesty, instructing contestants to "bring all remaining contraband to the Bush Telegraph to avoid further punishment." Melvin later admitted he had also smuggled in seasoning.
As Alex Scott awaits her fate, viewers are left wondering whether history will repeat itself with reduced rations or additional punishments for the entire camp.
