Jimmy Bullard'S No-Show At I'M A Celeb Finale: Inside The Adam Thomas Feud

Jungle Drama Unfolds

The latest season of I'm A Celebrity: South Africa might be wrapping up, but the drama from the jungle is still making waves. Contestants like Jimmy Bullard and Adam Thomas have faced all sorts of grueling trials, but it seems the biggest challenge wasn't the mud pits or creepy crawlies – it was each other.

Eight months after filming wrapped up in South Africa, tensions are still running high between the former footballer and Emmerdale actor. Just ahead of the live final scheduled for Friday, April 24, reports have emerged that Bullard might be skipping the reunion.

Tensions Run High During the Rancid Run

The feud kicked off during a Bushtucker Trial called Rancid Run, where Bullard and Thomas were paired up. Stakes were intense as the losing duo faced eviction. As the trial began, Bullard shocked everyone by pulling out, telling hosts Ant and Dec he couldn't continue.

“Sorry Ad, so sorry. I’m a celebrity, get me out of here,” Bullard reportedly said.

Thomas, in disbelief, shouted back: "You’re joking me bro. Jim, come on, man. Don’t do this bro! Is that how we’re going out, yeah?" Despite Bullard's plea for calm, Thomas was visibly upset, especially when covered in ants.

Post-Jungle Fallout

Bullard's decision left Thomas hanging, which didn't sit well. "What is up with you? Tell me why? All you had to do was run through some f***ing mud," Thomas pressed, but Bullard had made up his mind, citing personal reasons and family back home as factors.

Despite Bullard's exit, Thomas was granted a lifeline by hosts Ant and Dec, who allowed contestants to vote on his fate, ultimately keeping him in the game. However, the aftermath of their fallout has reportedly continued, with Bullard allegedly refusing to attend the finale.

Feud Finale?

Inside sources reveal that efforts to mend the friendship in South Africa failed, casting doubt on both attending the live final. "Jimmy says there’s no way he’ll be turning up on Friday," an insider notes, citing Bullard's firm stance on the matter.

In the end, both men seem to regret their actions, and as the insider puts it, "It's a very sad turn of events." The tension remains unresolved as fans eagerly await any official comments from Bullard or Thomas. Cosmopolitan UK has reached out to ITV and representatives for further statements.