On Sunday night, comedy legend Ruby Wax made a memorable debut on ITV’s I’m A Celebrity, instantly dividing viewers with her no-nonsense attitude.
Shortly after arriving at the luxury villa, Ruby didn’t hold back when she directed a cutting comment at fellow contestant and YouTuber Angry Ginge. Noticing him blocking her camera angle and casting a shadow, Ruby bluntly told him to move out of her way.
The remark sparked a flurry of reactions on social media, where many fans took to X to brand Ruby as the rudest celebrity ever on the show. One user wrote, “Good god Ruby might be the rudest celeb I’ve ever seen on this show #ImACeleb.” Others defended Ginge or expressed frustration at Ruby’s bluntness, with comments like, “Get rid of Ruby right now, don’t you dare disrespect Ginge like that #ImACeleb,” and “Can’t stand Ruby Wax already. ‘Move out my way, you’re in the way of the camera.’ Get a f****** grip.”
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Despite the backlash, Ruby’s undeniable wit and comedic timing shone through in her interactions with hosts Ant and Dec. A funny moment came when Ruby mistakenly heard Ant say “stick for dinner” instead of “steak for dinner,” leading to shared laughter and lightening the mood.
Fans who enjoy her sharp humor saw potential for Ruby to become a jungle legend. “OMG Ruby Wax is going to be entertaining,” one tweeted, while another said, “‘Omg I’m loving Ruby already.” Ruby’s debut may have split opinions, but her bold personality has certainly made her a standout contestant this season.