This year, have they gone for Celebrity status over personality? - I'm A Celebrity, Get Me Out Of Here!

bean_of_sb · 20-11-2005, 11:04

Hi, this is my first ever post on the Celebrity threads, but I've been a frequent poster on the BB threads for many years.

It may just be me and my age (I'm 16, and watch quite a lot of soaps), but do this years housemates seem quite famous?

Sheree - I knew her! The bird from Emmerdale who died
Sid - In EastEnders
Elaine - In Eastenders
David - Did Bargain Hunt
Jilly - Did Food and Drink (the folks used to watch it)
Jimmy - I was aware that he existed, and know of Donny
Carol - Knew her by face, don't know much about her
Jenny - Atomic Kitten
Antony - Blue bloke

Kimberly was the only one I've never heard of.

Another intersting point is that none of them are still in the same line of work that made them famous (eg, Sid isn't in EastEnders, David doesn't do Bargain Hunt)

But some older viewers won't know who Sheree, Sid or Elaine are, but I do, so to some, the line up seems better than others. What do you think?

To me, they seem to be quite high-profile, but they don't see to have personality. There doesn't seem to be a Janet Street Porter, or a Jordan. I can't see David giving Carol a sensual massage, or Antony and Sid arguing furiously over food rations. However, I could, and hopefully will be proved wrong!

elena · 20-11-2005, 12:07

I think that there's some element of stardom over personality. A lot of people are saying these celebs aren't very famous, though.

I don't think they're very famous in a "Tabloid-y" way (except perhaps Elaine, Jenny and Antony) but they are quite famous for being famous, if that makes any sense.

I see quite a lot of personality in there. It may not be arguments all the way, but that's not needed as such. They may get on, but I think there'll be a lot of humour this year for some unknown reason.

(The "odd" numbered IACs are always the best. 1 and 3 were very good. 2 and 4 ranged from OK at best to rubbishy and dull).

ShowbizGosQueen · 20-11-2005, 12:54

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Originally Posted by bean_of_sb

Hi, this is my first ever post on the Celebrity threads, but I've been a frequent poster on the BB threads for many years.

It may just be me and my age (I'm 16, and watch quite a lot of soaps), but do this years housemates seem quite famous?

Sheree - I knew her! The bird from Emmerdale who died
Sid - In EastEnders
Elaine - In Eastenders
David - Did Bargain Hunt
Jilly - Did Food and Drink (the folks used to watch it)
Jimmy - I was aware that he existed, and know of Donny
Carol - Knew her by face, don't know much about her
Jenny - Atomic Kitten
Antony - Blue bloke

Kimberly was the only one I've never heard of.

Another intersting point is that none of them are still in the same line of work that made them famous (eg, Sid isn't in EastEnders, David doesn't do Bargain Hunt)

But some older viewers won't know who Sheree, Sid or Elaine are, but I do, so to some, the line up seems better than others. What do you think?

To me, they seem to be quite high-profile, but they don't see to have personality. There doesn't seem to be a Janet Street Porter, or a Jordan. I can't see David giving Carol a sensual massage, or Antony and Sid arguing furiously over food rations. However, I could, and hopefully will be proved wrong!

I agree to a certain extent however, my point would be are any of them actually 'working' at the moment?

Not sure about Carol and Jimmy but the others aren't up to much - and Jenny Frost's first solo single has just flopped - ha!

JTW · 20-11-2005, 13:24

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Originally Posted by ShowbizGosQueen

I agree to a certain extent however, my point would be are any of them actually 'working' at the moment?

Not sure about Carol and Jimmy but the others aren't up to much - and Jenny Frost's first solo single has just flopped - ha!

Well, if they're not working, it would definitely fit with the "I'm a Z-list Celeb trying to get some fame and a job" motto.

CalmG · 20-11-2005, 13:28

I to think there are some good personalitys in there!

I saw a program called 'extreme celeb detox' recently and if Jilly's behavior on there is anything to go by she'll be up for a trial in no time. Here you go Jilly, enjoy the oaky aroma of cockroach!

stereoman · 20-11-2005, 13:33

Technically, David Dickinson still does Bargain Hunt albeit the primetime show (currently off air) and recently did Dealing with Dickinson where he turned amateurs into antique dealers.

As far as I know, he's the only one with a regular employed gig (but he's currently off-air as he's in the jungle).

swingaleg · 20-11-2005, 13:37

I haven't seen Jilly since 'Food & Drink' days but she always seemed to have plenty of oomph about her.........I reckon she'll be well up for it.

They usually stick one or two 'game old birds' in every series........Christine Hamilton, Janet SP, Jenny Bond, Sheila Ferguson............they usually turn out to be 'copers' who get on with things without too much fuss

Let's hear it for the game old birds !!...............

bean_of_sb · 20-11-2005, 13:40

What is Kimberly like? Will she be just a pretty face, or does she has a dazzling personality to match her looks?

NatBass · 20-11-2005, 13:40

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Originally Posted by bean_of_sb

Kimberly was the only one I've never heard of.

Thats funny because Kimberley is one of the few I had heard of!

CalmG · 20-11-2005, 13:46

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Originally Posted by bean_of_sb

What is Kimberly like? Will she be just a pretty face, or does she has a dazzling personality to match her looks?

From what I've heard she's a girl-next-door type.

elena · 20-11-2005, 13:50

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Originally Posted by swingaleg

I haven't seen Jilly since 'Food & Drink' days but she always seemed to have plenty of oomph about her.........I reckon she'll be well up for it.

They usually stick one or two 'game old birds' in every series........Christine Hamilton, Janet SP, Jenny Bond, Sheila Ferguson............they usually turn out to be 'copers' who get on with things without too much fuss

Let's hear it for the game old birds !!...............

The game old birds always tend to do well because of their grittiness and (sometimes) more interesting personalities. I'll betcha that one of Carol or Jilly ends up in the final 4.

FordCapri · 20-11-2005, 14:01

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Originally Posted by elena

The game old birds always tend to do well because of their grittiness and (sometimes) more interesting personalities. I'll betcha that one of Carol or Jilly ends up in the final 4.

Surely no one considers Carol Thatcher to even be a zelebrity though? I hope she has a personality.

ShowbizGosQueen · 20-11-2005, 14:16

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Originally Posted by JTW

Well, if they're not working, it would definitely fit with the "I'm a Z-list Celeb trying to get some fame and a job" motto.

My point exactly

Cornchips · 20-11-2005, 16:14

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Originally Posted by bean_of_sb

Hi, this is my first ever post on the Celebrity threads, but I've been a frequent poster on the BB threads for many years.

It may just be me and my age (I'm 16, and watch quite a lot of soaps), but do this years housemates seem quite famous?

Sheree - I knew her! The bird from Emmerdale who died
Sid - In EastEnders
Elaine - In Eastenders
David - Did Bargain Hunt
Jilly - Did Food and Drink (the folks used to watch it)
Jimmy - I was aware that he existed, and know of Donny
Carol - Knew her by face, don't know much about her
Jenny - Atomic Kitten
Antony - Blue bloke

Kimberly was the only one I've never heard of.

Another intersting point is that none of them are still in the same line of work that made them famous (eg, Sid isn't in EastEnders, David doesn't do Bargain Hunt)

But some older viewers won't know who Sheree, Sid or Elaine are, but I do, so to some, the line up seems better than others. What do you think?

To me, they seem to be quite high-profile, but they don't see to have personality. There doesn't seem to be a Janet Street Porter, or a Jordan. I can't see David giving Carol a sensual massage, or Antony and Sid arguing furiously over food rations. However, I could, and hopefully will be proved wrong!

I don't think they are any more famous than preveious years. I think it probably depends on what you are into as to whether you consider them to be more famous. Given I am into music and soaps are recognised most of them - but if you are not into these things then you probably won't have a clue who they are.

Chapman · 20-11-2005, 16:32

Theres a few big personalities in there this year, Elaine, Jilly, David, Carol!

Lucytash · 20-11-2005, 21:27

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Originally Posted by FordCapri

Surely no one considers Carol Thatcher to even be a zelebrity though? I hope she has a personality.

Carol T. is OK. She's a respected journalist, I think. I like her when she does paper reviews on BBC - good sense of humour, intelligent & quite feisty. I've always had the feeling that she was more daddy's girl & mother favoured the prodigal son, Mark (Carol's twin).

SteveW2 · 20-11-2005, 21:31

instead of paying them whilst they are out there. why didn't they get them to pay

doublevision · 20-11-2005, 21:31

This year, have they gone for Celebrity status over personality?

Swap the words "have" and "they" around and Anthony Costa justifies that statement...

Stewing · 20-11-2005, 22:11

Watched first 10 mins...barely know any of htem...bored allready...where is htta remote.... zzzzzzzzzzzzz too many of this series now...thats me outta there...............................

Veri · 20-11-2005, 22:17

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Originally Posted by bean_of_sb

It may just be me and my age (I'm 16, and watch quite a lot of soaps), but do this years housemates seem quite famous?

Not to me!

Sheree - I knew her! The bird from Emmerdale who died

Sid - In EastEnders

Elaine - In Eastenders

David - Did Bargain Hunt Ok, I've heard of him.

Jilly - Did Food and Drink (the folks used to watch it) Her too.

Jimmy - I was aware that he existed, and know of Donny

Heard of Donny.
Carol - Knew her by face, don't know much about her Heard of her.
Jenny - Atomic Kitten Yup.

Antony - Blue bloke

Kimberly was the only one I've never heard of. Vaguely remember the name.

20-11-2005, 11:04	#1
bean_of_sb Forum Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: UK Posts: 2,694	This year, have they gone for Celebrity status over personality? Hi, this is my first ever post on the Celebrity threads, but I've been a frequent poster on the BB threads for many years. It may just be me and my age (I'm 16, and watch quite a lot of soaps), but do this years housemates seem quite famous? Sheree - I knew her! The bird from Emmerdale who died Sid - In EastEnders Elaine - In Eastenders David - Did Bargain Hunt Jilly - Did Food and Drink (the folks used to watch it) Jimmy - I was aware that he existed, and know of Donny Carol - Knew her by face, don't know much about her Jenny - Atomic Kitten Antony - Blue bloke Kimberly was the only one I've never heard of. Another intersting point is that none of them are still in the same line of work that made them famous (eg, Sid isn't in EastEnders, David doesn't do Bargain Hunt) But some older viewers won't know who Sheree, Sid or Elaine are, but I do, so to some, the line up seems better than others. What do you think? To me, they seem to be quite high-profile, but they don't see to have personality. There doesn't seem to be a Janet Street Porter, or a Jordan. I can't see David giving Carol a sensual massage, or Antony and Sid arguing furiously over food rations. However, I could, and hopefully will be proved wrong!

20-11-2005, 12:07	#2
elena Forum Member Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: London Posts: 11,621	I think that there's some element of stardom over personality. A lot of people are saying these celebs aren't very famous, though. I don't think they're very famous in a "Tabloid-y" way (except perhaps Elaine, Jenny and Antony) but they are quite famous for being famous, if that makes any sense. I see quite a lot of personality in there. It may not be arguments all the way, but that's not needed as such. They may get on, but I think there'll be a lot of humour this year for some unknown reason. (The "odd" numbered IACs are always the best. 1 and 3 were very good. 2 and 4 ranged from OK at best to rubbishy and dull).

20-11-2005, 13:28	#5
CalmG Forum Member Join Date: May 2003 Posts: 1,189	I to think there are some good personalitys in there! I saw a program called 'extreme celeb detox' recently and if Jilly's behavior on there is anything to go by she'll be up for a trial in no time. Here you go Jilly, enjoy the oaky aroma of cockroach!

20-11-2005, 13:33	#6
stereoman Forum Member Join Date: Sep 2003 Services: The people behind Encyclopedia Dramatica must die! Posts: 1,031	Technically, David Dickinson still does Bargain Hunt albeit the primetime show (currently off air) and recently did Dealing with Dickinson where he turned amateurs into antique dealers. As far as I know, he's the only one with a regular employed gig (but he's currently off-air as he's in the jungle).

20-11-2005, 13:37	#7
swingaleg Forum Member Join Date: Nov 2002 Gender: Not specified Location: London Services: Telewest Digital Malarky Posts: 45,569	I haven't seen Jilly since 'Food & Drink' days but she always seemed to have plenty of oomph about her.........I reckon she'll be well up for it. They usually stick one or two 'game old birds' in every series........Christine Hamilton, Janet SP, Jenny Bond, Sheila Ferguson............they usually turn out to be 'copers' who get on with things without too much fuss Let's hear it for the game old birds !!...............

20-11-2005, 13:40	#8
bean_of_sb Forum Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: UK Posts: 2,694	What is Kimberly like? Will she be just a pretty face, or does she has a dazzling personality to match her looks?

20-11-2005, 16:32	#15
Chapman Forum Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Posts: 1,819	Theres a few big personalities in there this year, Elaine, Jilly, David, Carol!

20-11-2005, 21:31	#17
SteveW2 Forum Member Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Kent, UK Posts: 1,864	instead of paying them whilst they are out there. why didn't they get them to pay

20-11-2005, 21:31	#18
doublevision Forum Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Herts Posts: 88	This year, have they gone for Celebrity status over personality? Swap the words "have" and "they" around and Anthony Costa justifies that statement...

20-11-2005, 22:11	#19
Stewing Forum Member Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Planet Zog Services: BT Openworld Broadband Posts: 15,248	Watched first 10 mins...barely know any of htem...bored allready...where is htta remote.... zzzzzzzzzzzzz too many of this series now...thats me outta there...............................