I’m A Celebrity 2024 line-up confirmed as former boxer Barry McGuigan heads for the jungle
dailyrecord.co.ukFormer boxing champion Barry McGuigan has been confirmed for this year’s lineup on I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here! The Irish sports legend joins a star-studded cast, including former Strictly Come Dancing star Oti Mabuse, Coronation Street’s Alan Halsall, Loose Women'ss Jane Moore, Radio 1 DJ Dean McCullough, singer Tulisa Contostavlos, TV presenter Melvin Odoom, TV personality Coleen Rooney, podcaster GK Barry, and McFly’s Danny Jones.
Contrary to speculation, Love Island alum Maura Higgins will not be participating, reports the Mirror. McGuigan, no stranger to tough challenges, is excited by both the physical and psychological tests the show will offer. “I’m 63 now,” he said, "and I’d like to think I’m a young 63.
But I’d rather take this on now than when I’m 73.” He’s prepared for the arduous experience, especially the mental challenges. “I’m not saying I’m going to win, but I’d like to stay long enough to get to know everyone in camp.” Reflecting on his role in camp, Barry imagines he may become a referee-like figure. “I was the peacemaker on Hell’s Kitchen, but this is different.
I think I might be one of the elders, calming things down. Though I don’t know—I might get irritated!” He shared his usual approach as a mentor, saying, “I’m the consoler when people have a rough day.
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