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I’m A Celeb’s James McVey has lost nearly a stone in the jungle after fears for his health following eating disorder battle
JAMES McVey insists people should not worry about his weight loss following his time in the I’m A Celebrity jungle despite his friends expressing concerns.
The Vamps star, 24, claims he lost 11 pounds during his time in the Australian jungle despite looking much thinner than when he entered.
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The contestants are given a basic allowance of rice and beans each day and the musician gave half his limited portions of extra food won in the Bushtucker Trials to his fellow former campmate, and eventual series champ, Harry Redknapp, 71, during his time on the show.
Appearing on Lorraine on Monday morning, James said: “We all struggled in camp with eating but Harry especially, he hated those rice and beans so much that I thought I’d tempt him with some of my food and luckily he actually liked it.
“So, for a couple of evenings I shared my food with him, we all shared food, and he would have done the same for me.”
James, who attended the series wrap party with his fellow famous I’m A Celeb contestants on Monday, was delighted for Harry after he was announced winner of this year’s season on Sunday night.
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He said: “I am over the moon for Mr Redknapp. That man has taught me so many things, I will never be able to forgive him. I am over the moon for him.
“Everything Harry says is hilarious, he’s like an unsung hero that the public have just realised is a true gent. What a guy!”
James was praised by his bandmates for "selflessly" giving Harry Redknapp his food.
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Speaking on Good Morning Britain recently, his bandmates spoke highly of James for his generosity in the face of hunger despite admitting he tends to get "hangry" on the road.
Before the series ended on Sunday, drummer Tristan Evans revealed: "I think it’s that Harry doesn’t like the meat.
"I love the relationship they have, it’s so good. I never thought they’d be friends, Harry Redknapp and James McVey."
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Harry was crowned king of the jungle last night and declared he can't wait to jump in the sack with beloved wife Sandra.
The footie manager, 71, won the nation's hearts with his antics in the jungle and was voted 2018 champion.
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After a tense few minutes, hosts Holly Willoughby, 37, and Declan Donnelly, 43, revealed Harry, 71, as this year's jungle king - much to the surprise of the man himself.
Still reeling from the shock, Harry was finally given the chance to see his wife, who gave him a huge hug and a kiss.
When asked how he coped without Sandra in the jungle he said: "It was very difficult, it was very difficult."
However, he soon confessed that he can't wait to romp with his wife, declaring: "She's got a bit of grinding coming... Where is she? I'm ready for her!"
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Harry got to pose with hosts Holly Willoughby and Declan Donnelly
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Harry got down to the final two with Emily Atack, 28, after John Barrowman, 51, was voted into third place.
The actress looked thrilled for Harry and gave him a huge hug as he was crowned king of the jungle.
During the post-show chat, Harry admitted he was totally under-prepared for the hardships of the show having never watched it before he went in, admitting he was seriously disappointed not to have had a secret food truck on site.
Harry, 71, was the bookies’ favourite to win the show this year after stealing the hearts of the nation with his lovable personality, stories about his wife Sandra and his entertaining tales.
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Fans showed their support for Harry last night by getting in his favourite pudding - jam roly poly - to scoff during the episode in his honour.
They flocked to Twitter to share pictures of their pudding and many insisted they hoped Harry got a dish as soon as he's out.
It came after a difficult show for Harry, who completed his final Bushtucker Trial by facing his fear of rats and bugs as they scuttled all over him while he lay in a 'grave'.
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He was covered in the critters and he complained that one even went in his ear, while Emily got covered in creepy crawlies which bit her nipples.
John was also left with a bad taste in his mouth after having to wolf down bull penis and sheep eyes in an unsavoury Bushertuck Trial.
After surviving her final trial and getting down to second place, Emily burst into tears in her post-jungle interview as she credited the show with making her a stronger person and learning to accept herself.
Harry was seen leaning in an putting an arm around her to comfort her as she wiped away the tears.
After the show finished, Harry headed over to Extra camp where Holly and Dec toasted his victory with glasses of Champagne.
There were also a few laughs as Harry's son Jamie Redknapp phoned in to congratulate his dad, and Emily - who admitted to have a huge crush on the former footballer - chimed in.
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Harry was the second highest paid star to ever appear on the programme with his fee of £500,000 after fellow series celeb Noel Edmonds, who was paid £600,000 for his appearance.
But Harry has been predicted to make millions off the back of the show.
This year's show has been a huge success as it brought in the highest ratings in five years, smashing the 12 million mark for the first time since 2013.
It marked the debut of presenter Holly Willoughby, 37, who has been standing in for Ant McPartlin, 43, while he takes some time out of the spotlight to focus on his personal problems.
Holly easily won over viewers and fans have loved the hilarious banter between her and co-host Declan Donnelly during the run.
She even took on one of the challenges as she joined the Extra Camp version of Celebrity Cyclone earlier in the week.
The This Morning star was seen screaming as she battled a water cannon, wind machines and bouncing balls to help the team to victory.
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