The second series of I’m A Celebrity South Africa delivered chaos, comedy, and unexpected emotion when it returned to ITV on 6 April 2026, concluding on 24 April with a dramatic live final.
Crowned the I’m A Celeb Legend for the season was Waterloo Road actor Adam Thomas, with Sir Mo Farah finishing as runner‑up, Craig Charles in third place, and football icon Harry Redknapp in fourth.
While the series was packed with entertainment, it also revealed tense moments between former footballer Jimmy Bullard, ex‑boxer David Haye, and Adam Thomas. What began as light‑hearted banter gradually shifted, and Adam later shared that some of the behaviour made him feel vulnerable and crossed into what he described as bullying.
Following the live final — where apologies were exchanged and accepted — Adam chose to speak openly about his experience on the latest episode of the laid‑back podcast At Home With The Thomas Bros, hosted by brothers Scott, Ryan, and Adam Thomas.
Reflecting on his return to the show a decade after his original appearance, Adam admitted that despite winning the series, he struggled to feel like a true champion. Describing the experience as a “whirlwind from start to finish,” he explained that the emotional toll left the victory feeling bittersweet.
His brothers praised his honesty, calling it courageous and expressing admiration for the strength he showed both on and off screen. Scott highlighted that while it was difficult to see Adam hurt, he had set a powerful example of the “modern man” — proving that showing emotion, being vulnerable, and speaking openly about mental health is not only normal but a sign of strength.
During the podcast, Adam also shared a direct message he received from David Haye, in which David explained that his behaviour stemmed from seeing Adam as “the nicest guy I’ve ever met” and wanting to “break” him — a message that left Adam feeling as though he had lost some of his natural spark. His brothers reassured him that this experience would ultimately make him stronger, reminding him that his warmth, charisma, and infectious energy are what make him one of a kind.
As the dust settles on one of the most emotional seasons yet, I’m A Celebrity South Africa once again proved why it remains a staple of British reality TV. Congratulations to the entire cast and crew — including Ant & Dec, Sir Mo Farah, Craig Charles, Harry Redknapp, Ashley Roberts, Scarlett Moffatt, David Haye, Beverley Callard, Seann Walsh, Sinitta, Gemma Collins, and Jimmy Bullard — for delivering a series that kept viewers hooked from start to finish.
Want to hear Adam’s full story?
Tune into the latest episode of At Home With The Thomas Bros to hear his honest, heartfelt account in his own words.