Coleen Rooney has reportedly made a surprising move by signing up for this year’s edition of the popular reality show “I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here!” following her recent legal victory in the sensational Wagatha Christie case. The 38-year-old wife of ex-Manchester United footballer Wayne Rooney is said to have secured a record-breaking deal, with a reported fee exceeding £1.5 million for her participation in the show.
According to sources, Rooney is set to fly to Australia next month to join the ITV series, where she will be sharing anecdotes from her life with Wayne. This decision follows in the footsteps of Rebekah Vardy, who participated in the show back in 2017. Show producers are reportedly eager for Rooney to offer insights into her life, especially given the recent high-profile court case.
A source told The Sun, “I’m A Celeb bosses have pulled off a huge coup getting Coleen for the jungle this year, and the team are thrilled to have her on board.” They added, “Coleen has a huge fanbase and she won massive plaudits for her classy handling of the Wagatha Christie case. She’s excited to show fans a different side to her and prove she can survive without her creature comforts.”
Furthermore, it is speculated that the campfire conversations will be gripping as Rooney might reveal details from the Wagatha trial and her marriage to Wayne, along with insights into his football career. The source also hinted at potential dramatic revelations, suggesting Rooney could outshine Vardy if she progresses further in the competition.
When approached for comment, an ITV spokesperson told The Independent, “Any names suggested for I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! are just speculation.”
The news of Rooney joining the show comes on the heels of another development in the Wagatha Christie saga. Vardy was recently ordered to pay Rooney an additional £100,000 in relation to their legal battle. This incident stemmed from a viral social media post in October 2019, where Rooney accused Vardy of leaking private information to the press. Following a highly publicized trial, a judge ruled in Rooney’s favour, stating that Vardy’s actions were “substantially true.”
Rooney expressed relief at the verdict, but also mentioned that she never intended for the matter to escalate to a courtroom battle. The ongoing saga between the two prominent figures has captured the attention of many and continues to unfold.
As Coleen Rooney prepares to embark on her new journey in the Australian jungle, audiences eagerly anticipate the stories she will share and the twists and turns that may arise during her time on “I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here!”