I’m A Celeb’s Fred Sirieix continues to be caught up in ‘sexism’ row after ‘controlling and misogynistic’ response to Josie Gibson’s cooking

As a highly trained Maitre’d working in Michelin star venues it is a requirement for Fred Sirieix to have an unwavering charm and ooze decorum.

But I’m a Celebrity viewers are seeing less of the manners and more of the ‘misogyny’ in the 51-year-old after his behaviour towards his female co-stars has left fans branding him ‘unbearable’.

Meanwhile, Mr Sirieix has been seen cosying up with Nigel Farage, 59, on the show, despite once calling him a ‘Coward who likes money, attention and the sound of his own voice far too much.’

Both pot washers in the camp, the former UKIP leader and the Frenchman have bonded over the cleanliness of the camp and complain about Josie Gibson’s meals while scrubbing the pans at the water’s edge.

Mr Sirieix, also a professional chef, relentlessly criticises the single mother’s cooking abilities and during Monday night’s episode he told hosts Ant and Dec, ‘There is no method, there is no technique.

I’m A Celeb’s Fred Sirieix has continued to be caught up in a ‘sexism’ row after his ‘controlling and misogynistic’ response to Josie Gibson’s cooking

Mr Sirieix, also a professional chef, relentlessly criticises the single mother’s cooking abilities and during Monday night’s episode he told hosts Ant and Dec, ‘There is no method!’

‘She’s just making it up as she goes along. If she just let me take her through it step-by-step clearly, we would be ok.’

But viewers hit back at Mr Sirieix and wrote on X, formerly known as Twitter: ‘Fred Sirieix is controlling and misogynistic. He may be a trained chef but it doesn’t mean he has to make everyone feel less than.’

Ms Gibson, 38, has been praised online for her calm response when she said: ‘You’ve just got to give me the reins my love, I know it’s hard.’

Others online told him to ‘back off’ from Ms Gibson and one person wrote: ‘How Josie has not ripped Fred’s head off I don’t know. How conceited and patronising. Get him out!’

Three days into the show Nella Rose, 26, and Mr Sirieix had an argument during which she accused the Maitre’d of ‘little-girling’ her but the hint at an unequal dynamic was overlooked because viewers sided with Mr Sirieix.

Since then the public’s opinion of Mr Sirieix has shifted after his ‘sexist’ behaviour towards Ms Gibson and Nella Rose when camp chores were allocated.

Initially, Nella Rose, 26, and Ms Gibson were tasked with washing the pots up after Mr Sirieix cooked the campmates rice and beans.

But the camp descended into chaos when the furious First Dates star threw the already washed pots onto the ground complaining they were ‘unclean’ and sent Ms Gibson and Nella back.

Viewers hit back at Mr Sirieix and wrote on X, formerly known as Twitter: ‘Fred Sirieix is controlling and misogynistic’

Since then the public’s opinion of Mr Sirieix has shifted after his ‘sexist’ behaviour towards Ms Gibson and Nella Rose when camp chores were allocated 

Meanwhile, Mr Sirieix has been seen cosying up with Nigel Farage , 59, on the show, despite once calling him a ‘Coward who likes money, attention and the sound of his own voice far too much’

This sparked a misogyny row with viewers on X writing: ‘No Fred’s annoying me now, ‘You haven’t done a good enough job’… how sexist.’

Another person wrote: ‘I am so disappointed with that. I now dislike Fred Sirieix.’

Confiding in the Bush Telegraph on Friday, Nella said: ‘If somebody’s cleaned something you don’t pick it up and dash it on the floor.’

Josie added: ‘I like Fred, but it’s not very nice being told what you’ve done isn’t good enough and I’m thorough.’

Mr Sirieix’s aggressive behaviour towards the women prompted a change in leadership with Nella Rose voted in place of Sam Thompson, 31, and she demoted the professional chef to pot washer.

The This Morning presenter was made camp chef and every day since Mr Sirieix has complained about her cooking skills and repeatedly hassled her as she patiently attempts to make food for everybody.

His ‘unbearable’ behaviour has lost him the support of viewers and one person wrote: ‘I was a massive Fred Sirieix fan before this year’s I’m a Celebrity but now he’s doing my head in.’

The First Dates star has become increasingly irate after having to hand over cooking duties to This Morning presenter Josie and has struggled to not get involved as she makes dinner

Nigel Farage and Mr Sirieix were also accused of sexism after Ms Gibson pulled out of a Bushtucker Trial where she had to face her phobia of spiders and Danielle Harold, 31, was largely ignored by her three male co-stars.

When the five celebrities arrived back in camp after Thursday’s trial it was suggested the women were the reason they had not achieved the full 15 stars.

This enraged viewers and one person wrote: ‘Do not put Danielle down as the ‘Girls struggled’. Fred, you could have said not Danielle – she actually rescued you all by coming up with the idea that one person puts all the stars together.’

Another person wrote: ‘Did Nigel just assume that the girls struggled? Sexist!’

I’m A Celebrity 2023: Meet the campmates

NIGEL FARAGE

Claim to fame: Former leader of the UK Independence Party  and leader of the Brexit Party.

Phobias: Nobody likes rats, snakes and I am dreading anything to do with heights.

Biggest misconception you want to dispel?: I have been demonised over the years and so it will be nice to show people I am not nasty. 

Role in camp: Lead on starting up plenty of campfire discussions. 

Aside from your family, what will you miss the most whilst in camp?: A pint in the pub and the news. 

Best & worst attributes: I hope to cheer people up when they are down. Worst? I am impatient and I do snore. 

Dream camper: As a controversial political media figure, I never name names… But I am looking forward to meeting interesting people from all different fields 

DANIELLE HAROLD

Claim to fame: EastEnders actress.

Phobias: Rats. I hate them! 

Biggest misconception you want to dispel in the jungle?: I can be a little ditzy at times but I am definitely not a ‘dumb blonde’. I want to show I can do the trials, challenges and get stuck in. 

Role in camp: Shoulder to cry on, help others if they are feeling low in camp. 

Aside from family, what will you miss most whilst in camp?: Snacking. I am a little muncher and I am going to miss my morning cup of tea, too! 

Best & worst attributes: I’d like to think I will be good if people are really struggling. I am not, however, very good at being bored, nor am I a morning person either. 

Dream camper: Ed Sheeran. If he brings his guitar into camp, he can sing for us.

FRED SIRIEIX

Claim to fame: First Dates star.

Phobias: I am scared of everything. I am dying to find out how vile the food will be! 

Biggest misconception you want to dispel in the jungle?: I don’t think there is anything but I am looking forward to learning more about myself during my time in the camp. 

Role in camp: I will definitely muck in with all the jobs. I don’t mind cooking or cleaning the toilets. 

Aside from your family, what will you miss the most whilst in camp? My bed. It’s super comfy. I will also miss a cup of coffee in the morning. 

Best & worst attributes: I like to have fun but I do snore and I am impatient! 

Dream camper: It’s going to be nice to meet everyone but I’d love to see Dolly Parton, The Rock or Snoop Dog in there.

NELLA ROSE

Claim to fame: YouTuber and Catfish UK star. 

Phobias: I am fearful of everything! 

Biggest misconception you want to dispel in the jungle? I am a pretty open book. 

Role in camp: Keep the morale and humour high.

Aside from your family, what will you miss the most whilst in camp? My phone… I am always on it! 

Dream camper: Alison Hammond or Adele. 

NICK PICKARD

Claim to fame: Hollyoaks star. 

Phobias: I am a bit scared of the dark. When you go to the House of Horrors at Halloween and things jump out at you, I am not very good when I can’t see! 

Biggest misconception you want to dispel in the jungle: It will be nice to go in as me and not as my Hollyoaks character. 

Role in camp: Grafter or chef, I am quite good at cooking. But I’ve never cooked on a fire before. Aside from family, what will you miss most whilst in camp: Football and my creature comforts. 

Best & worst attributes: I’d like to think I am a nice person and a good team player. I am not lazy but I do have a few bad habits like picking my nose. My girlfriend has been trying to train me to stop! 

Dream camper: Sir Alex Ferguson or Neil Warnock. 

FRANKIE DETTORI

Claim to fame: Champion Jockey

Phobias: I am not sure as I don’t walk across rooftop planks in the middle of the day nor do I have any snakes or rats in the house!

Biggest misconception you want to dispel in the jungle: None. I’ve lived in the public domain for as long as I can remember so I’d hope everyone knows me well.

Role in camp: To have fun with everyone, I am a happy-go- lucky person.

Aside from your family, what will you miss the most whilst in camp? Travelling. I have spent my whole life at airports and I’ve got to like it!

Best & worst attributes: I am outgoing and I am a fighter. Worst? I can’t sit still and I am impatient.

Dream camper: Robbie Williams would be fun.

JAMIE LYNN SPEARS – LEFT!

Claim to fame: Zoey 101 and Sweet Magnolias star.

 Phobias: I am scared of everything.

Biggest misconception you want to dispel in the jungle?: I think this is a nice chance to show who I really am.

Role in camp: Hopefully I will be the one who can support everyone. 

Aside from family, what will you miss the most whilst in camp? A normal bathroom, air conditioning and my bed. 

Best & worst attributes: I think my best quality is it takes a lot to hurt my feelings; but I am impatient and my family would say I get in a bad mood a lot. 

Dream camper: Nicole Kidman, she is my favourite actress in the whole wide world, or Reece Witherspoon.

SAM THOMPSON

Claim to fame: Made In Chelsea star and radio presenter. 

Phobias: I am not a creepy crawly guy and I hate anyone or anything touching my neck. 

Biggest misconception you want to dispel in the jungle?: Since the age of 21, I’ve spent my whole life on TV and so I feel whether people have a good or bad opinion of me, it’s probably warranted!

Role in camp: I’m a ‘yes’ man so cooking, cleaning I will do whatever they want me to do. 

Aside from family, what will you miss most whilst in camp?: I know this sounds lame but gaming. 

Best & worst attributes: I’d like to think I am the court jester and I don’t take things too seriously, so if anyone is having a bad day I would like to put a smile on their face. Worst? I am quite forgetful and I am bad at focusing on things. 

Dream camper: Stephen Fry. I think I would self-combust if he was going in the jungle! 

JOSIE GIBSON

Claim to fame: This Morning presenter.

Phobias: Insects and I freeze every time I see a spider and I am not sure what I am going to do if I am in a trial with them! 

Biggest misconception you want to dispel in the jungle?: I would like people to know I am very clever at knowing useless information! 

Role in camp: Mum. I am very motherly and I also love chatting to people. 

Aside from family, what will you miss most whilst in camp?: Getting up to blow dry my hair and putting a bit of make-up on! 

Best & worst attributes: I am an optimist and I love meeting people from all walks of life. Worst? I can be quite nosey and I am worried about my temper if I am too hungry. 

Dream camper: Dawn French, I love her. 

MARVIN HUMES

Claim to fame: JLS star.

Phobias: Heights. I have pulled out of a skydive with JLS in the past because I was too scared! 

Biggest misconception you want to dispel in the jungle: To show I am not just a member of a boy band. It will be nice for people to learn more about me. 

Role in camp: I’d like to think I will be a shoulder to cry on and a mediator. 

Aside from family, what will you miss most whilst in camp?: My fantasy football app! I am obsessed with it! Four weeks without music is a long time, too. 

Best & worst attributes: I’ve got three children under the age of ten and you definitely need a lot of patience for that! Worst? Rochelle would probably say I get ‘hangry’ if I don’t have enough food. 

Dream camper: Paddy McGuinness – I’ve done Soccer Aid with him before and I know he’s funny, he gets stuck in and he is hands on.

GRACE DENT – LEFT!

Claim to fame: MasterChef star and food critic. 

Phobias: Horrible people. 

Biggest misconception you want to dispel in the jungle: People think I am quite forthright and scary but I don’t think I am scary! Hopefully people will see this. 

Role in camp: Shoulder to cry on and I am a practical cook so I can help out. 

Aside from your family, what will you miss the most whilst in camp? My three cats and my make-up bag. I love a bit of glamour. 

Best & worst attributes: I would like to think I am funny! My worst quality is lack of sleep. I like my sleep. 

Dream camper: Queen Camilla. She would be very practical. And Madonna – she could perform tracks from her Greatest Hits tour! 

TONY BELLEW

Claim to fame: Former champion boxer

Phobias: Like most normal people, I am scared of almost everything.

Biggest misconception you want to dispel in the jungle: People will portray me as something I am not because of the profession I have had. I am just a normal person.

Role in camp: I’d like to think I am domesticated so hopefully I can help out.

Best & worst attributes: I do get hangry…who doesn’t! But I am easy going and I get on with everyone.

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