Joel’s a celebrity… how long will he last in the jungle?
THE much-hyped reality TV show I’m a Celebrity … Get Me Out Of Here that launched on Channel 10 last night surprised viewers with a cast of celebrities that included openly-gay comedian Joel Creasey, who only last week denied he was part of the show.
The debut episode attracted 1.57 million viewers nationally last night, ranking fourth place in the overall TV ratings for Sunday night free-to-air TV.
Speaking to Fairfax Media last week, Creasy said he was “flattered that people think I’m doing it, but no. I’m loving the free publicity … Can you imagine me in the jungle? I’d get a rash”.
Creasey got off to an awkward start during the introductions of the celebrities in the opening minutes of the show, as he and several cast members did not know model Tyson Mayr nor Maureen McCormick of 1970s Brady Bunch fame was.
I mean, really, the only way #ImACelebrityAU would be interesting is if @joelcreasey gets it on with Tyson Mayr. #justsaying
— Chris Anderson (@CHRISANDO22) February 1, 2015
Tyson Mayr. This just got good. #ImACelebrityAU @ImACelebrityAU @TysonTRAVEL
— Charlotte Willis (@lottiewillis) February 1, 2015
Speaking via video on his Facebook page, Joel apologised to the people who he lied to about going to LA instead of the jungle, and asked for support on social media, where one of his friend and fellow comedian Thomas Jaspers (aka Rhonda Butchmore) is tweeting on his behalf.
The second episode of the show will air at 7.30pm tonight.
Viewers can vote for their favourite celebrity to stay in the show via the Channel 10 website or on social media.
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Feed him to the South African snakes!! Another typical Aussie media stereotyped “gay man” representing us…. does us zero favours
The sooner he’s gone the better. Another classic example of zero talent under the delusion they’re funny.
He is CAMP
As are some gay men, myself included. I like seeing myself on the screen in a positive way.
So cool
I love Joel’s comedy but even he cannot get me to watch this garbage.
Why Joel ?
He is great check his stuff out online. So funny!
Joel Creasy is the poor mans Josh Thomas!
A real trooper
Who is this guy?
Who?
hope he tones down the “crass” Won’t be watching.
hope he tones down the “crass” Won’t be watching.
Care Factor 0
Less than a day.
Why always media has to present gay community with bitchy type of guy?
Yes he is funny but complaining about everything.
I am proud of his effort today, putting his fear aside and did his challenge
1.57 million?? what is wrong with people!!