I’M A Celebrity South Africa’s Adam Thomas has said that David Haye “broke me” amid the show’s bullying row as he opens up about debilitating arthritis battle.
The star, 37, was supported earlier this week by viewers after boxer David took a swipe at “useless” Adam in camp.
Adam Thomas has said David Haye “broke me” in the jungle on I’m A Celebrity South Africa Credit: Shutterstock Editorial
The boxer called Adam “useless” in a rant aired earlier this week Credit: ITV
Adam admitted he didn’t want to the trial because he felt unwell, leading to David, 45, saying: “He’s a grown ass man. I don’t like guys when they’re a bit useless. There it is.”
Viewers at home and called him a “bully” for targeting the actor.
Now Adam has opened up about the incident for the first time with a lengthy post on .
He shared a snap of him looking sad from the moment the confrontation happened with David.
The former star began: “Not going to lie,this picture breaks my heart, as I know on the inside what I was dealing with and truth be told I thought it was all my fault. I now know that’s not the reality…
“My time in I’m a Celebrity South Africa was one of the toughest things I’ve ever been through, physically, mentally, and emotionally.
“Watching it back hasn’t been easy at all. There were moments I felt pushed to my absolute limit, and if I’m honest, times I didn’t even recognise myself.
“Living with arthritis is something I don’t really talk about, as much as I should do…but in there it really took its toll.
“My biggest fight was pretending to put on a brave face and trying to hide the pain! that can be exhausting within itself. There were days my body just didn’t want to keep going, but I did.
“I won’t sit here and say I handled everything perfectly, because I didn’t. I wish I spoke up for myself sooner.
“I wish I stood my ground instead of trying to keep the peace, but I’ve learned that being kind doesn’t mean being weak, and sometimes it takes going through tough moments to find your voice.
“Since coming out, I’ve taken time to process everything, and I’m in a much better place now. I let go of the anger, had the conversations I needed to have, and chose peace.
“What I’m most proud of, is at times like this I wanted to walk, I wanted to quit but I didn’t . Even when I wanted to walk away, even when it felt like too much, I never give up! and that means everything to me.”
Adam went on to reveal that he’s since had a conversation with the boxing champ and he’s received an apology from him.
Viewers at home slammed him for his comments and labelled him a “bully” Credit: ITV
He continued: “He broke me in there, he pushed me to my limits, and I’ve told David this and he’s apologised and that’s that! I’ve moved on now, am not one to hold a grudge.
“But thank you for all your lovely messages and all the kind words. We all face people and situations that try to break us, but sometimes those moments are what rebuild you stronger than ever. Be kind,” Adam concluded.
His brother said: “I would like to say I would stick up for you in there but he’s not the guy to pick a fight with. We need to give @tonybellew a call bro.”
Adam’s twin penned: “I wish I could have been there for you my brother.. it makes me so angry that you went through that…
“But I’m so proud of how you’ve come out of the other side of all of this.. the strongest you’ve ever been and on an incredible journey… standing in your power.”
His co-star commented: “Adam bless you. You have such a big heart. I’m sorry you struggled in there.”
Emmerdale’s gushed: “You’re a beautiful man and those who really know you know what you bring to their lives. Love and laughter, you’ve handled yourself incredibly as always! Love you brother.”
I’m A Celebrity airs Monday to Friday at 9pm on ITV, STV, and STV Player
It wasn’t the first time the pair clashed on the show Credit: Shutterstock Editorial
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