He’s the YouTube star best known for his antics as part of social media sensations Beta Squad.
Now — real name Sharmarke Mohamud — is making a move into mainstream telly.
Sharmarke Mohamud is being lined up for I’m A Celeb Credit: instagram/ohnosharky
Angry Ginge was little-known to traditional TV audiences when he entered the jungle – but quickly won over viewers Credit: Shutterstock Editorial
I’m told the content creator, known for his sarcastic humour, is in talks to take part in this year’s
With his massive online following, my telly insiders say Sharky is being seen as the next — the internet gamer who went on to be crowned King of the Jungle last year.
“Sharky is absolutely massive with young people and think he could be ideal to bring younger viewers to I’m A Celebrity,” explained my show mole.
“Beta Squad command tens of millions of followers and they know those fans will engage with I’m A Celeb if he goes into the jungle.
Sharky is hugely popular with young people and ITV hopes he can bring a younger audience to I’m A Celeb Credit: Instagram / ohnosharky
Sharky is an Arsenal superfan who hosts the SDS podcast Credit: instagram/ohnosharky
“Angry Ginge was a relative unknown with traditional audiences when he went into camp, and the nation fell in love with him.
“After meeting Sharky, ITV bosses thought he was a great fit and they are keen to see if they can get him on board. He is definitely interested and is thinking about it. For him, taking part in I’m A Celebrity would open him up to a whole new audience — plus it’s the adventure of a lifetime.”
Sharky isn’t the first of the Beta Squad lads to take to mainstream telly.
His pal Niko Omilana was in BBC’s Celebrity Traitors last year, while their Beta Squad mate King Kenny will appear on that same show later this autumn.
Other celebs linked to the new series, hosted by , include Gavin & Stacey’s Joanna Page, presenter Ade Adepitan and Olympic ice skating legend .
Sharky — an superfan who hosts the SDS podcast — appears to have what it takes to be on the show, which would see him face vomit-worthy Bushtucker TV trials, including necking liquidised testicles and tucking into fish eyes.
Earlier this year, he was asked about his biggest phobia and said it was being locked in a room with , who he famously has a crush on and would be starstruck by.
Luckily for Sharky, I don’t think ITV’s budget stretches to A-list megastars.
Kiosk Kev, on the other hand . . . he’ll be back — and I’m told his beard is bushier than ever.
Jack the lad’s all Att sea
Jack Grealish has headed off on another holiday – and after a series of boozy lads’ trips, this time he’s taken his girlfriend, influencer Sasha Attwood, to Mallorca Credit: Instagram
Sasha shared snaps of their antics, which included hiring a boat for a sunset outing under a ship’s sails Credit: Instagram
He was left out of the squad at the World Cup this summer, but it looks like has more than enjoyed his time away from the beautiful game.
The Man City footballer has headed off on another holiday – and after a series of boozy lads’ trips, this time he’s taken his girlfriend, influencer , and their family to Mallorca.
She shared snaps of their antics, which included hiring a boat for a sunset outing under a ship’s sails.
Given some of the pictures I’ve seen of Jack sozzled on holiday over the years, it makes a refreshing change to see him spending time with his actual missus.
Sasha, you’ve got the patience of a saint.
Campersstill rock
Jonas Brothers, Nick, Joe and Kevin and Demi Lovato pose for the premiere of Camp Rock 3 Credit: Splash
While we normal folk tend to age like milk, the same cannot be said for most Hollywood stars.
And the sands of time – cough – have been very kind to the Jonas Brothers , Nick, Joe and Kevin, as well as .
The foursome posed for the premiere of Camp Rock 3, the follow-up to Camp Rock 2: The Final Jam, which came out in 2010.
At Monday’s event in , Demi also confirmed her character Mitchie would be making a cameo – after she originally returned to serve as an executive producer on the movie.
Demi said: “It’s so nostalgic and so healing to step into the role of Mitchie again. I had the best time.”
Big gigs for Sam
Sam Fender is set for huge outdoor shows next summer with a Glastonbury slot on the cards Credit: Getty
’s fans had better start saving their pennies as he’s in talks for a series of massive outdoor shows next summer.
My moles are remaining tight-lipped about exactly where Sam is playing, although I hear a slot at could be on the cards.
A source said: “Sam has had a huge year and he is being flooded with offers. Glastonbury has been mooted but BST Hyde Park and Roundhay Festival in Leeds have both been ruled out.
“The finer details are still being ironed out but it’s shaping up to be an amazing run of gigs.”
Four years back, Sam played a huge headline show at Finsbury Park in North London, followed by headline sets at Reading and Leeds Festivals in 2023.
And last year, he kicked off his biggest-ever run of summer gigs, including three sold-out nights at St James’s Park in Newcastle, his home city.
It’s been a massive year for the singer. In February, he picked up two Brit Awards and he recently broke the record for the longest-running UK No1 single of all time with Rein Me In with .
It is on course to hit the top spot again on Friday to make it 21 weeks. That will be at least one major singalong when he returns to the stage.
Sam said of the feat via Instagram: “Completely lost for words, thank you so much to Olivia Dean and the fans.”
West End eyes on George
Boy George pulled out of his planned turn as King Herod in the Sam Ryder musical Credit: AFP
West End bosses fear will speak out on the real reason he exited the London Palladium’s hit production of Jesus Christ Superstar – and are monitoring his X account to ensure he doesn’t spill the beans.
George pulled out of his planned turn as King Herod in the musical a fortnight ago, with his manager claiming it was in the Culture Club star’s best interests.
But it coincidentally came just days after he released a controversial song, We Will Dance Again, in which he voiced his support for Israel’s military action in .
A source said: “A lot went on behind the scenes before his exit and now a close eye is being kept on his social media. The singer has publicly defended his song but not mentioned the show as he’s signed an NDA.
“Everyone knows George is trigger-happy when it comes to social media, and there is a lot of bad blood behind the scenes.”
Breakout alt-pop band Afterdrive have announced their debut EP and a headline UK tour after a whirlwind year in which they supported and .
Beyonce in battle
Beyonce is being sued in US over alleged unauthorised sample on Alien Superstar Credit: Getty
is being sued in the US after she allegedly used an unauthorised sample on her song Alien Superstar, from her 2022 No1 album Renaissance.
Producer Shuji Hirose and his company Hirose Enterprise are taking legal action over what they allege is copyright infringement.
He claims to own the rights to a song called Moonraker, by musician John Holiday, partly used on Alien Superstar.
Although Bey, secured a licence from John, Shuji claims he was given the rights to the song years ago.
He is seeking an injunction to stop Beyonce making more money off the track and is demanding “unspecified damages”.
The four-piece, who have been championed by Radio 1, will drop their EP, Dress To Drive, on October 9, and play in Ipswich, Manchester, Birmingham and London this autumn, with tickets on sale today.
Lulu has revealed a Jessie J comment inspired her first album in 11 years Credit: Getty
Lulu’s first album in 11 years has been inspired by a comment.
The Shout legend, who will release her new collection in January, told Radio 2’s Sara Cox: “I did Jools Holland’s Hootenanny last New Year and Jessie J was on with Olivia Dean.
“I’d just done a song and Jools goes around the whole studio and Jessie said, ‘Just a minute’ – she’s very bossy, Jessie, I love her – she said, ‘I just want to say, that woman over there gave girls like me and Olivia a platform to sing out loud and sing proud . . .
“I said to my brother, ‘How about that? Sing out loud, sing out proud,’ and that is part of the chorus to the title song of my album, which is called Let The Girl Sing Out.”
Dad Adam’s look gets shirt shrift
Adam Sandler gives dad dressing a whole new meaning at daughter Sunny’s film premiere Credit: Getty
Most dads were put on this earth to mortify us in some way or another. And looking at Adam Sandler’s choice of outfit for the premiere of his daughter Sunny’s new film, Don’t Say Good Luck, I think he’s lucky his family have a good sense of humour.
The actor grinned in his bright blue shirt and trackies as he posed with bemused-looking wife Jackie.
Hanna’s A-mused
Rising star Hanna Andrea is making her Edinburgh Fringe debut with Shakespeare-inspired musical Muse Credit: instagram/hannaandreaofficial
Rising star Hanna Andrea has proved she’s a woman of many talents, debuting at the in the same month as the release of her EP.
She has penned the music and lyrics to her madcap musical Muse, inspired by William Shakespeare’s best works, running at the Underbelly’s Cowbarn until August 30.
She said: “What makes me so creative is I’ve always had this thing in my brain. A lot of artists’ music sounds the same. My music doesn’t sound the same, so at least I’m not doing that.”
Hanna, whose EP Braveheart is out on August 21, added: “A lot of people bring in artists that they’re like, ‘I want them to sound like this.’ And that’s always been hard for me.
“I’ve always thought, ‘I’m just going to write whatever melodies are in my head.’”
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