Jess Glynne criticises ITV for 'not giving Alex Scott enough airtime'

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Jess Glynne has criticised ITV producers after her girlfriend Alex Scott was booted off I'm A Celebrity, claiming they didn't give her enough airtime to show 'how incredible she really is'.

The former Lioness, 41, was the first contestant to leave the jungle on Friday night's episode after 14 days on the show.

After Alex's jungle exit aired, Hold My Hand singer Jess, 36, took to her Instagram stories to share a gushing tribute to her girlfriend.

But in the post, Jess made sure to make a pointed comment at ITV as she hit out at them for starving Alex of airtime. 

'My woman might be out far earlier than she ever deserved, but I'm so unbelievably proud of her,' Jess penned.

'She didn't get the airtime to show how incredible she really is, and trust me, this is only the beginning.'

Jess Glynne didn't seem to agree with ITV's bosses after her girlfriend Alex Scott was evicted on I'm A Celebrity, claiming they didn't give her enough airtime to show 'how incredible she really is' (Alex and Jess pictured together)
The now ex campmate and former Lioness, 41, was the first contestant to get booted out on Friday night's episode after 14 days in the jungle (Alex pictured after her eviction)

The Daily Mail has contacted ITV representatives for a comment. 

In the same message, Jess opened up about how she was unable to greet Alex on the I'm A Celeb bridge because her mother had suffered a 'major stroke and underwent brain surgery'.

In her Story, she explained: 'I know people will wonder why I wasn't there at the end of the bridge, so I wanted to share something personal. 

'Over the last few weeks my mum suffered a major stroke and needed urgent brain surgery.

'It's been really serious, life-altering time for my family and I've had to stay close to home.'

She finished: 'I can't wait to have her back by my side.' 

The Football Focus presenter was instead greeted by her friend Regan Coleman who accompanied her back to the hotel where she became overwhelmed with emotion.

Speaking to host Ant and Dec, she said: 'I'm free! It feels strange and doesn't feel real. Now I'm like, "Oh, I'm out."'

Just moments after her eviction the Hold My Hand singer, 36, took to her Instagram stories sharing an emotional thought
In the same social media candid message, Jess opened up revealing she was unable to greet Alex on the I'm A Celeb bridge because her mother has suffered a 'major stroke and underwent brain surgery' (Alex and Jess pictured in March) 
Alex was instead greeted off the I’m A Celebrity bridge by her friend Regan Coleman (pictured)

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Asked whether she is 'disappointed' to be the first voted-out, Alex insisted: 'Oh no! It has been an incredible experience and mentally it has been tough but I am so glad I got to do it with so many amazing campmates. 

'The laughter we have had and we really connected and making the bonds that we did.'

Laughing as she was shown her contraband video as she sneaked in salt to add to the rice, Alex laughed explaining: 'I don't know how many I took in, I just put them in my sock.

'The first few days I put it on a spoon and Jack sprinkled it in the rice and so my campmates did know about it.'

Ant and Dec asked what was the worse part of her jungle experience as she dropped campmate Martin Kemp in it.

Alex explained: 'The toilet seat situation, the smell is awful and someone keeps leaving the seat up, but we can't say anything because he is a national treasure.'

Before walking across the iconic bridge, Alex revealed who she wants to win the ITV series: 'Shona to win, Ginge and Aitch are great and would love to see them in the final, but I think if Shona wins it will give her the confidence.'

I'M A CELEBRITY 2025: MEET THE CAMPMATES

 KELLY BROOK

Kelly has already landed in Australia and is ready to take on the jungle 

AGE: 45

OCCUPATION: Model and TV star 

FAMOUS FOR: Kelly is best known for being a model, who has posed for Page Three. She is also an actress and a panelist on ITV's Loose Women.

MARTIN KEMP 

Will Martin be able to handle the jungle life  when he sets up camp? 

AGE: 64

OCCUPATION: Musican/actor 

FAMOUS FOR: Martin is arguably best known for being part of 70s band Spandau Ballet, as well as playing Steve Owen in EastEnders. His son is Roman Kemp and is married to Shirlie Holliman. 

LISA RILEY 

Lisa is a well known actress in the UK, but is best known for being Mandy Dingle 

AGE: 49

OCCUPATION: Actress 

FAMOUS FOR:  Lisa has played a number of roles over the years, but is best known for playing Mandy Dingle in Emmerdale. She took on the role in 1995.  

JACK OSBOURNE 

Jack is no stranger to the cameras after starring in various reality shows with his family

AGE: 40

OCCUPATION: Media personality 

FAMOUS FOR: Jack is best known for being part of the famous Osbourne family alongside mum Sharon, dad Ozzy and sister Kelly. They starred in their own MTV show The Osbournes.

 AITCH

Aitch is best known for his singing talents, but will he be able to bring home some stars?

 AGE: 25

OCCUPATION: Rapper 

FAMOUS FOR: Aitch's real name is Harrison James Armstrong. He shot to fame in 2018 with his song Straight Rhymez. 11 of his songs have reached the top 10 singles chart, including Taste (Make It Shake). 

VOGUE WILLIAMS 

Vogue is known for her glamorous lifestyle so how will she fare in the Jungle?

AGE: 40

OCCUPATION: Podcast host

FAMOUS FOR: Irish presenter Vogue first found fame in 2010 when she appeared on reality series Fade Street. She went on to appear on The Jump with her husband Spencer Matthews.

  SHONA MCGARTY

EastEnders legend Shona has swapped Albert Square for creepy crawlies and animals

AGE: 32

OCCUPATION: Soap star/actress   

FAMOUS FOR: The British public know Shona for portraying Whitney Dean in EastEnders for 16 years. She quit the role last year to pursue other things.

RUBY WAX 

Ruby is heading into the jungle to take part in this year's series 

AGE: 72

OCCUPATION: Actress/comedian and mental health campaigner 

FAMOUS FOR: Ruby has made a name for herself by interviewing people on her TV shows, but now focuses on mental health. 

EDDIE KADI 

Will funnyman Eddie be able to keep the morale up in camp? 

AGE: 42

OCCUPATION: Comedian/ presenter 

FAMOUS FOR: The star gets up on stage to show off how funny he is, but he also presents BBC Radio 1Xtra. He has also taken part in Strictly Come Dancing. 

ALEX SCOTT 

Alex is swapping the football pitch for camp in Australia

 AGE: 41 

OCCUPATION: Sports presenter pundit 

FAMOUS FOR: Alex is a former football player who has payed for Arsenal, England and GB. She is a respected sports presenter now. 

 ANGRYGINGE 

AngryGinge is a Twitch and YouTube star that many young viewers will know 

AGE: 23

OCCUPATION: Social media star

FAMOUS FOR: AngryGinge is best known for his Twitch and YouTube content that is focused on football. His real name Morgan Burtwistle. 

TOM READ WILSON 

He has a wonderful way with words but that won't help him in a Bushtucker Trial

AGE:39

OCCUPATION: TV personality

FAMOUS FOR: Tom is best known for his work on E4's Celebs Go Dating. As the agency's receptionist he's always on hand to give advice to the unlucky-in-love celebrities.