Imagine stepping into a reality TV camp, only to be met with an icy glare instead of a warm welcome. That’s exactly what happened to Alison Hammond during her 2010 stint on *I’m A Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here!* In a recent appearance on the ITV2 spin-off show Unpacked, Alison spilled the beans on a feud that’s been simmering for over a decade. But here’s where it gets controversial—she revealed that one of her co-stars took an ‘instant dislike’ to her the moment she arrived, and it wasn’t just a minor clash. Shaun Ryder, the Happy Mondays frontman, reportedly ‘hated her guts straight away,’ according to Alison. She even recalled her grand entrance, holding a Terry’s Chocolate Orange, only to be met with indifference—and Shaun’s rudeness.
Alison’s candid confession came during her panel discussion on Unpacked, where she was invited to reflect on this year’s jungle antics. Yet, she couldn’t resist sharing her own experience, which included Shaun’s less-than-friendly behavior. ‘Hopefully there are no Shaun Ryders in there this year,’ she quipped, leaving no doubt about her feelings. And this is the part most people miss—Shaun Ryder wasn’t just unkind to Alison; he famously clashed with multiple co-stars during his time in the jungle. Even when Leigh Francis tried to defend Shaun, calling him ‘normally really lovely,’ Alison’s disgruntled reaction spoke volumes.
But let’s not forget the drama unfolding in this year’s camp! During the opening episode, the celebrities were thrown into the deep end—literally. Kelly Brook, the 45-year-old model, was left screaming as critters bit her during a challenge in Kiosk Kev’s ‘Cockie van.’ ‘Oh my God, they’re biting my t**s!’ she exclaimed, while Alex Scott, Shona McGarty, and Ruby Wax faced their own creepy-crawly nightmares. The task? Unlock six keys from a grate above their heads to earn stars for camp—which they successfully completed, despite the chaos.
Here’s the burning question: Is it fair to judge Shaun Ryder based on Alison’s experience, or is there more to the story? Reality TV is notorious for amplifying personalities and conflicts, but Alison’s account raises intriguing questions about dynamics in high-pressure environments. What do you think? Was Shaun truly the villain, or is there another side to this tale? Let’s discuss in the comments—this is one feud that’s bound to spark opinions!