Coleen Rooney's I'm A Celeb appearance could see rival Rebekah Vardy laughing all the way to the bank

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Coleen Rooney's I'm A Celeb appearance could lead to a big payday for Rebekah Vardy.The WAGs were at the centre of the infamous Wagatha Christie trial in 2022, where Coleen won the libel case against Rebekah, who was accused of leaking stories about her to the press.Now Coleen's stint on I'm A Celeb could have Rebekah laughing all the way to the bank, as the Mirror revealed how broadcasters will have to licence the trademark "Wagatha Christie" for use on the show, as Rebekah owns the rights to it.

This comes after just minutes into the show Radio 1 DJ Dean McCullough said the infamous phrase as he chose Coleen to join him on the first task, the Mirror reports.

Sources now suggest Rebekah is in line for a hefty payday thanks to her rival Coleen, while the two remain embroiled in an ongoing court battle over legal fees from their 2022 libel case.Rebekah has been ordered to cover 90% of Coleen’s legal fees, which now total £1.8 million, though she is seeking to reduce the amount.A source said: “It’s quite funny that Coleen’s involvement is likely to be a money-spinner for Rebekah, given everything that’s gone on.“Her Wagatha Christie trademark specifically covers broadcast, and the phrase is likely to be used throughout the series and for promo for it - there will surely be some brilliant themed Bushtucker trials.

Of course they could refuse to use it altogether, but bosses are likely to want to have some fun with it.”The phrase may be covered under fair dealing, but commercial use will likely require a licence from the broadcaster, which could cost thousands, depending on how it's used.Last year, Rebekah, married to Leicester City footballer Jamie Vardy, successfully trademarked the term in several categories, including