itch Finally Reveals the Truth About His “Jungle Chemistry” With Shona McGarty — and Her Secret Plan to Launch a Music Career
For weeks, fans were convinced that I’m A Celebrity had secretly become the stage for 2025’s most unexpected romance.
Every glance. Every laugh. Every pillow fight.
The Internet swore something was happening between rapper Aitch, 25, and EastEnders star Shona McGarty, 34.
But now, after leaving the jungle, Aitch is finally breaking his silence — and the truth is far more surprising than the love story viewers had imagined.
🎤 “Romantic? No. Not at all.” — Aitch Puts the Rumors to Rest
Speaking for the first time about the viral chemistry that dominated fan discussions, Aitch shut down the romance whispers immediately.
“Romantic? No, not at all. She’s a good friend of mine,”
he insisted when asked directly.
According to him, what viewers interpreted as flirtation was something entirely different: music.
Aitch revealed that 95% of their jungle conversations were not about love, but about Shona’s voice — a talent he says she’s kept hidden for far too long.
“She’s unbelievably good. She just needs confidence. I kept telling her she’s sick at singing.”
For fans hoping for a jungle love story, the denial was crushing.
But for Shona? This moment marks the start of something bigger.
🌟 The Secret Shona Kept Quiet: She’s Planning a Full Music Career
In perhaps the biggest revelation of all, Aitch confirmed that Shona didn’t enter the jungle simply to survive trials — she entered with a long-term plan.
“I knew she wanted to leave the jungle and go full into music,” Aitch said.
“She’s talented. She just needs to stop being scared.”
Shona, who stunned viewers during past performances on Children in Need and charity specials, has reportedly been sitting on original songs for years — too nervous to release them.
Now, with Aitch as an unexpected mentor, that could all change.
He’s already planning to introduce her to producers, writers, and vocal coaches in his network the moment they’re back in the UK.
This is no fling.
It’s the beginning of a partnership based entirely on creativity — not chemistry.
💘 So Why Did Viewers Swear They Saw Something Romantic?
Because honestly… the jungle moments were steamy.
A lingering gaze during the Doomsville exile.
A playful pillow fight that left the Internet screaming.
Quiet late-night chats that seemed way too emotional for “just friends.”
Even the hosts noticed — insiders say Ant McPartlin was dying for sparks to fly.
And with both stars recently single — Shona after a painful breakup with fiancé David Bracken, and Aitch after splitting with Lois Cottam — fans believed the timing was perfect.
But Aitch insists their connection was more sibling-like:
“She was like a big sister giving me advice.”
Ruby Wax seemed to agree, joking that Shona wouldn’t fall for Aitch anyway because her type was “big, hunky men.”
Sorry, Aitch.
🤫 Producers Wanted a Romance — but Got a Music Plot Twist
Behind the scenes, ITV insiders reportedly loved the chemistry and hoped it would boost ratings with a younger audience.
But instead of a love story, they accidentally captured:
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A pop star’s origin story
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A real mentorship
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The confidence Shona needed to finally reinvent herself
And honestly? Viewers might have gotten an even better narrative than a campfire romance.
🎶 What’s Next for Shona McGarty?
A romance with Aitch? Unlikely.
A complete pivot into music? Almost inevitable.
Sources say Shona has:
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A list of demo songs
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A desire to tour
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Interest from two major UK labels
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And now… Aitch as her biggest cheerleader
Aitch himself teased:
“She’s going to go far if she stops doubting herself.”
This may be the moment Shona stops being “the girl from EastEnders” and becomes the UK’s next breakout vocalist.
👀 Would They Ever Date in the Future?
Fans are already wondering.
Aitch didn’t completely shut the door — but he made one thing clear:
Music first.
Everything else? Time will tell.