ITV are so desperate to get GK Barry for this year’s I’m a Celebrity they’re throwing everything they’ve got at her, The Sun can reveal.
It was previously told how social media star GK, 25 – real name Grace Keeling – turned down a spot on the new series of Strictly Come Dancing.
Social media star GK is refusing to sign up for this year’s I’m a Celebrity
An insider revealed bosses are ‘desperate’ for GK to join Ant and Dec in the jungle later this year
She recently made a successful debut as a Loose Women panellist
Now TV insiders have shared that she’s refusing to sign on the dotted line for I’m a Celebrity.
GK recently made a triumphant debut as a Loose Women panellist and bosses at ITV are said to have offered her more work on the channel – if she becomes one of this year’s campmates.
A source told The Sun: “ITV are desperate to have GK Barry in the jungle this year but she’s refusing to sign up for the show.
“They think she’ll make great TV and will help the show appeal to an even wider audience.
“They’ve made huge money offers and are trying to sweeten the deal with jobs on other ITV programmes but GK is insisting she won’t do the jungle.”
A rep for GK declined to comment when approached by The Sun.
An ITV spokesperson said: “Any names suggested for I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here are just speculation.”
Earlier this year GK revealed she is in a relationship with Charlton Athletic striker Ella Rutherford.
Ella later shared photos of the couple on holiday on social media.
Discussing their romance on her Saving Grace podcast GK said: “I’m not gonna say who it is, but I’m gonna give her a nickname called eyelashes.
“So whenever I refer to eyelashes, I am talking about the love of my life.
“I’m in love. And yeah, it has been three weeks, but that’s fine. That’s absolutely fine. She came to me like a dream, and I was obsessed.”
ITV’s pursuit of social media star GK Barry for this year’s I’m a Celebrity has reached desperate measures, with insiders revealing the network is pulling out all the stops to secure her participation on the reality show. Despite previously declining an offer to appear on Strictly Come Dancing, GK, whose real name is Grace Keeling, is standing firm in her decision to steer clear of the jungle experience. Even after a successful stint as a guest panellist on Loose Women, ITV is still working hard to convince GK to take on the challenge of I’m a Celebrity. Network executives have reportedly offered her additional opportunities on ITV programs in hopes of swaying her decision. However, GK remains unmoved, rejecting the lucrative offers and maintaining her stance against joining the jungle adventure.While ITV continues its efforts to persuade GK, the elusive social media star remains tight-lipped about her future plans. When approached for comment by The Sun, GK’s representative opted not to engage in discussions about her potential involvement in the show. Meanwhile, an ITV spokesperson dismissed the swirling rumors as mere speculation, refusing to confirm any names associated with I’m a Celebrity.Adding to the intrigue surrounding GK, earlier this year, she revealed her romantic relationship with Ella Rutherford, a striker for Charlton Athletic. The couple shared glimpses of their holiday escapades on social media, giving fans a peek into their blossoming love story. Discussing their budding romance on her podcast, Saving Grace, GK affectionately referred to Ella as “eyelashes,” gushing about their passionate connection and the whirlwind nature of their love.As the speculation around GK’s I’m a Celebrity participation intensifies, fans eagerly await her final decision. Will she ultimately succumb to ITV’s persistent efforts, or will she stand firm in her resolve to avoid the jungle? Only time will tell how this intriguing chapter in GK’s journey will unfold. Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story and more engaging content in the world of entertainment.
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Source: CNN
