Social media star Morgan Burtwistle, known as Angry Ginge, was crowned King of the Jungle on December 10, 2023, after a triumphant three-week run on I’m A Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here. Despite his victory, Burtwistle revealed that his grandmother was unable to vote for him due to issues with her mobile app.
Following the conclusion of this season’s competition, Angry Ginge expressed his disbelief at his win during a heartfelt moment on stage. “Honestly didn’t expect to get anywhere near to the end. To get to the final and win was just amazing,” he said, tearing up as he received the coveted floral crown.
Celebrations and Reflections
The show, which has captivated audiences for 25 seasons, will soon air its annual Coming Out special on December 13, 2023, at 21:05 GMT on ITV1. This hour-long episode will provide viewers with exclusive behind-the-scenes footage, showcasing how the campmates adjusted to life after the jungle.
During his celebratory moments post-win, Ginge was greeted by former champion Danny Jones, who congratulated him enthusiastically. “It’s an amazing feeling isn’t it? Everything about you is the spitting image of my best mate,” Jones remarked. Ginge’s mother humorously pointed out that his grandmother could not participate in the voting process because she “couldn’t get the app on her phone” and struggled to remember her password. Ginge jokingly responded, “Oh, cheers Nana!”
Fortunately for Ginge, his victory did not depend on her vote. He won the hearts of the viewers, securing his title as King of the Jungle amidst overwhelming support.
Life After the Jungle
After being welcomed back to his hotel, Ginge was treated to a traditional fry-up breakfast. In a lighthearted moment, he opted to eat the meal with his hands despite the presence of cutlery, stating, “I’ve been in the jungle, I don’t need that!”
The campmates later gathered for a farewell party, sharing memories of their time together. Fellow contestant Eddie reflected on the connections formed during the competition, saying, “The whole experience is about the love in there. The bonds.” Another participant, Vogue, added, “I’ll always have a special bond with everyone that I spent time with in the jungle – I’ve made lots of friends for life.”
Summarizing his experience, Ginge expressed his joy: “Tickled pink, a word Tom taught me, and it means you are over the moon. To have grown up watching it… I don’t think it’ll ever sink in that I’m King of the Jungle!”
The Coming Out special promises to provide fans with an intimate look at the emotional journeys of the contestants as they transition from the challenges of the jungle back to everyday life.
