We're almost a week in, and the iconic phrase "I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here!" has already been said twice, Ant has lost his cool over Dean ending his trials early and Maura Higgins has had her first experience sleeping side by side with a Reverend.
That's right! Maura Higgins, the fiery Irish bombshell known for being in Love Island's 2019 series, has stepped foot into the jungle. It’s a definite downgrade from the villa’s sun loungers and toasty fire-pit—trading luxury for lumpy camp beds and a pile of sticks to spark the jungle campfire. If you've seen her antics, you'll know there's Maura than meets the eye to this witty brunette. It seems the question on everyone’s lips is: could Maura be this year’s Queen of the Jungle?
Late to the Party, but Making Waves
Maura Higgins’ entry into I’m A Celebrity was nothing short of iconic. Joining as a latecomer alongside Reverend Richard Coles, the duo found themselves thrown into the notorious "Jungle Junkyard." With its grimy squalor and lack of luxuries, Maura wasted no time labelling the place “hell", so it's lucky she's got Father Richard for some divine intervention.
Known for her grand entrances, Maura and Rev Coles were immediately assigned a secret mission, not too many worlds away from Love Island's own secret missions - where she was actually on the receiving end.
The Queen of Connections
Maura’s knack for creating unforgettable moments is already evident. Beyond her celebrity connections – like her past relationship with Shane McGuigan, son of boxing legend Barry McGuigan – I'm A Celeb viewers are eager to see how Maura interacts with big personalities like GK Barry.
Facing the Bushtucker Trials
As Maura tackles the infamous Bushtucker Trials, viewers are already predicting memorable TV moments. Her blend of grit and glam is set to shine as she faces spiders (her worst fear!), heights, and whatever else the jungle throws her way. Will she scream her way through it, or surprise us with her determination? Either way, the audience is hooked.
Social media has been set ablaze with support since Maura Higgins' jungle debut. Social media users have praised her honesty and humour, with fellow Love Island star Molly-Mae Hague summing up the sentiment perfectly with a one-word declaration: “QUEEN.”
Viewers are also loving Maura’s unfiltered commentary and eagerly awaiting her next big moment. It’s clear the producers played a masterstroke by introducing her as a late arrival; this may have been the most anticipated celebrity entrance yet! It just proves that saving the best for later is truly the perfect move.
Could Maura Higgins Take the Crown?
With the camp dynamic due to evolve, Maura has already positioned herself as a star amongst duller gems. Predictions are swirling about her potential to take the jungle crown. Her I'm A Celebrity journey may have started late, but Maura is proving she doesn’t need extra time to catch audiences' attention.
With both Maura and Rev Richard still separated from the main camp, viewers take to X (formerly Twitter) to share their anticipation in seeing Maura connect with the other celebs. Will Maura Higgins and Coleen Rooney get along, and form an alliance that dominates the camp?
Beyond the entertainment factor, having Maura take on some of the trials would bring a much-needed balance to the camp dynamics. Dean’s repeated appearances, and failure for redemption, have left both myself and the viewers rather deflated. The possibility of Maura taking on a few trials is exactly the kind of twist we're are craving, and we know Maura never shies away from a challenge. After all, it’s hard to imagine Maura being scared of much—especially after surviving the sight of her ex Curtis Pritchard performing an interpretive dance during a Love Island challenge.
So, is Maura Higgins the fan favourite of 2024? It seems she may be going head-to-head with GK Barry and McFly's Danny Jones for the winning slot. Whether she ultimately claims the crown or not, one thing is certain: Maura is certainly the Queen of grand entrances.
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