They Wouldn’t Even Make Eye Contact”: The Unmistakable Rift Between Aitch and Shona at the I’m A Celebrity Reunion
What should have been a celebratory reunion quickly turned into one of the night’s biggest talking points — and not because of the winner.
Instead, all eyes were glued to Aitch and Shona McGarty, the duo whose on-screen chemistry had powered weeks of fan speculation. Yet when they appeared together during the reunion segment, something was noticeably, unmistakably off.
A Reunion Filled With Everything BUT Warmth
Aitch, freshly out of the jungle in fourth place, sat beside Shona, who finished third. But the pair who once exchanged flirty banter and protective hugs suddenly seemed worlds apart.
They didn’t look at each other.
They didn’t smile at each other.
They barely acknowledged each other’s presence.
Within seconds, social media erupted:
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“They can’t even look at each other — what happened?!”
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“Aitch looks furious.”
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“I’ve never witnessed tension this loud.”
For a duo once tipped as the show’s potential lovebirds, their stiff posture and carefully controlled expressions felt like a plot twist no one saw coming.
The Comment That Changed the Room
The tension spiked when Shona spoke to Ant and Dec about how she viewed Aitch during their time in camp.
“When he arrived, he had all this big rapper bravado,” she said. “But honestly? I just felt protective of him. Like an older sister, really.”
To viewers, the temperature on Aitch’s side of the couch seemed to drop instantly.
Fans immediately reacted:
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“Not the ‘big sister’ line… he’s crushed.”
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“Friend-zoned on national TV.”
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“The look on his face says everything.”
Whether intentional or not, her words drew a firm border around their bond — and fans could practically see Aitch recalibrating in real time.
Milk-Bottle Mayhem Returns — and Adds Fuel to the Fire
As if the atmosphere wasn’t charged enough, Ant dragged the infamous “milk bottle scandal” back into the spotlight, revealing that Aitch, AngryGinge and Kelly Brook secretly polished off more treats than they’d let on.
Shona responded with a joking warning:
“Just wait until I see you, Aitch.”
It got a laugh — but not from Aitch. His expression suggested the joke didn’t land the way she intended.
From Jungle Closeness to Reunion Distance
Earlier in the season, viewers had watched their bond evolve:
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Aitch admitted having a “soft spot” for Shona
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Shona tearfully hugged him when he was eliminated
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They gravitated toward each other during tough days
Even other campmates joked about the connection. Ruby Wax tried to play matchmaker, only to get a diplomatic shutdown.
But after the show wrapped, both Aitch and Shona dismissed the romance rumours. Aitch explained that Shona was more interested in music mentorship than dating — something fans weren’t ready to believe.
So… What Happened?
Both entered the jungle newly single. Both shared an obvious, natural warmth. Both seemed emotionally invested — until the reunion aired, revealing an awkwardness too sharp to ignore.
Theories spreading online include:
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He caught feelings, she didn’t
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They had a disagreement off-camera
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The “big sister” comment genuinely blindsided him
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They’re avoiding fueling more romance rumours
Whatever the truth, viewers agree on one thing:
Something shifted — and everyone could see it.
A Silent Question Lingers
As the credits rolled, fans were left buzzing with speculation:
💔 Was their connection only ever TV chemistry?
Or did something real begin in the jungle… and quietly unravel the moment they left it?
For now, their silence may be the biggest answer of all.