Naughty Boy's family release statement as he threatens to QUIT

The music producer wasn't happy with the Main Camp

Author: Alex RossPublished 24th Nov 2021
Last updated 24th Nov 2021

Music star Naughty Boy certainly hasn't enjoyed his first few days on I'm A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here. Alongside the likes of Richard Madeley, Dame Arlene Phillips, Danny Miller and David Ginola, Naughty Boy has been forced to live in The Clink, whilst playing servant to the Main Camp above them.

However, as viewers witnessed during last night's show, things all got a bit much for the 'La La La' hitmaker, after losing out on not one, but two trials.

Admitting to his camp mates that he wanted to leave and believed his journey was up, Naughty Boy, real name Shahid Khan, said: "I do think my time here is done. I had a feeling earlier and I was thinking about mum and obviously I love you guys – I don’t think after knowing what the Main Camp probably knew what they were putting me through knowing I did the challenge earlier – I don’t know if I could ever join that camp."

After Good Morning Britain presenter Richard attempted to change his mind, the 36-year-old said: "I’ve tried my best both times today. I just can’t go from here into that Main Camp… I can’t fake that. I’m sorry. One thing I’ll tell you before you guys go into the Main Camp, as much as they say they love us, they love you… there is no love. When you guys go to the Main Camp, they’re the reason why I left."

Despite Ant and Dec revealing both Naughty Boy and Arlene had in fact decided to stay and join the Main Camp so they could 'confront' their fellow camp mates, viewers were a little perplexed by the situation, with many taking to Twitter to voice their frustration.

After seeing the comments, Naughty Boy's family, who are in charge of his social media accounts whilst he's inside Gwrych Castle, released a statement urging viewers to 'be kind', revealing he is 'overwhelmed'.

Retweeting a fan's comment about being kind, Naughty Boy's mum wrote: 'This! If only everyone knew what he’s battling on the outside world. His mum (my nan) is battling dementia and he has been taking care of her for the last 5 years. This is the first time he has left her to do something life-changing! He is just overwhelmed and he will be fine.' (sic)

She then added: 'For real, everyone loses their patience from time to time and it’s difficult when he’s in a vulnerable position too. Easy to judge on the outside when he is going through a whirlwind of emotions... we are all rooting for him #ImACeleb'.

'This is my last tweet for tonight! What an emotional episode! It was fun interacting with you all and although it was an emotional episode for us as a family, we know he will come out stronger and he will be fine. Thank you for all the support!! #ImACeleb'.

Check out of all the previous winners of I'm A Celeb below:

1. Tony Blackburn

Tony Blackburn was the first celebrity to win the show back in 2002.

2. Phil Tufnell

England cricketer Phil Tufnell won the show with his hilarious personality in 2003.

3. Kerry Katona

Kerry Katona was the first woman to win the show in 2004.

4. Joe Pasquale

Joe Pasquale won the show when it returned later in the year of 2004.

5. Carol Thatcher

Journalist Carol Thatcher won the show in 2005 when she beat soap stars Sheree Murphy and Sid Owen.

6. Matt Willis

Busted member Matt Willis was a popular winner in 2006.

7. Christopher Biggins

Lovable Biggins shared the jungle with the likes of Katie Hopkins and Janice Dickinson and went on to win the show in 2007.

8. Joe Swash

Cheeky chap Joe Swash swapped EastEnders for the jungle and won the show in 2008.

9. Gino D'Acampo

The nation fell in love with Gino in 2009.

10. Stacey Solomon

After showing off her bubbly personality on The X Factor, Stacey Solomon entered the jungle and won the show in 2010.

11. Dougie Poynter

McFly guitarist Dougie Poynter was crowned King of the Jungle ahead of TOWIE's Mark Wright in 2011.

12. Charlie Brooks

EastEnders actress Charlie Brooks couldn't believe it when Ant and Dec announced her as the winner in 2012.

13. Kian Egan

After 22 days in the jungle, Westlife star Kian Egan was crowned the King in 2013.

14. Carl 'Foggy' Fogarty

Retired world super bike racer Carl 'Foggy' Fogarty won over the viewing public in 2014.

15. Vicky Pattison

Vicky Pattison showed a different side to her usual Geordie Shore antics, winning over the public and being crowned Queen of the Jungle.

16. Scarlett Moffatt

Former Gogglebox star Scarlett Moffatt was crowned Queen of the Jungle after winning the show in 2016.

17. Georgia 'Toff' Toffolo

Made In Chelsea star Georgia 'Toff' Toffolo won the show in 2017 after beating Jamie Lomas.

18. Harry Redknapp

Former football manager Harry Redknapp is the current King of the Jungle after beating Emily Atack in 2018.

19. Jacqueline Jossa

Despite the likes of Ian Wright and Caitlyn Jenner signing up for the 2019 series, it was former EastEnders actress Jac Jossa who was crowned Queen of the Jungle, beating Coronation Street's Andy Whyment in the final.

20. Giovanna Fletcher

Podcaster Giovanna Fletcher became the first ever Queen of the Castle in 2020, going up against the likes of Shane Richie, Vernon Kay and Mo Farah!

21. Danny Miller

Emmerdale actor Danny Miller became the first ever KING of the Castle in 2021 after a hectic series. He went up against the likes of David Ginola, Simon Gregson and Frankie Bridge!

22. Jill Scott MBE

Former England footballer Jill Scott MBE topped her amazing year off by being crowned the Queen of the Jungle in November 2022. Jill won the show ahead of Owen Warner and Matt Hancock.

23. Sam Thompson

Radio presenter and TV personality Sam Thompson took the crown in 2023, winning the public's hearts and votes ahead of Tony Bellew and Nigel Farage.

Meanwhile, as documented on last night's show, Wednesday night's viewing will show The Clink reuniting with the Main Camp, where both Naughty Boy and former Strictly Come Dancing judge Dame Arlene Phillips are due to 'confront' the likes of Frankie Bridge, Louise Minchin, Kadeena Cox, Matty Lee and Snoochie Shy.

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