A playful question on the set of “I’m a Celebrity… Unpacked” unexpectedly cracked open a sixteen-year-old mystery. Host Dec Donnelly, with a mischievous glint in his eye, turned to his longtime co-star Ant McPartlin and bluntly asked, “What’s your problem with Kelly Brook?!”
The studio immediately exploded with laughter, a sound that echoed years of hushed speculation. Ant, momentarily caught off guard, quickly retorted, “Don’t you start!” before firmly stating, “I don’t have a problem with Kelly Brook, thank you!” The exchange, seemingly lighthearted, instantly ignited a firestorm online.
The moment brought back memories of Kelly Brook’s brief and controversial stint as a judge on “Britain’s Got Talent” in 2009. After just two days, she was abruptly removed from the panel, a decision that fueled rumors of backstage tension and a perceived slight from the show’s hosts.
The core of the speculation centered around a reported question Brook posed to Ant and Dec – a query about their actual roles on the show. Some claimed the duo were unimpressed, and that this contributed to Simon Cowell’s decision to “dump” her from the judging panel. Neither Ant nor Dec ever publicly addressed the claims, allowing the story to simmer for over a decade.
Brook’s recent arrival in the jungle as a contestant on “I’m a Celebrity” immediately resurrected the old narrative. Viewers flooded social media, debating whether the on-air exchange was a genuine attempt to finally address the past, or simply a clever tease designed to generate buzz.
While Brook has remained focused on the challenges of jungle life, sources close to the star suggest she hasn’t forgotten the perceived slight. Described as a “tough” and “down-to-earth” woman, she reportedly believes Ant and Dec once dismissed her due to her background as a Page 3 model, questioning her talent and worth.
The incident adds another layer of intrigue to Brook’s time on the show, following recent criticism from Jack Osbourne’s sister, who labeled her a “bully.” Now, fans are left wondering if, and when, Kelly Brook will finally reveal her side of the story and shed light on what truly happened back in 2009.
