Shona McGarty is preparing to enter the jungle with an unfortunate injury following a mishap during her pre-I’m A Celeb training. The former EastEnders actress is scheduled to appear on the show starting November 16.
Sharing her training journey on Instagram, Shona transformed her local park into a makeshift training site with a video showcasing her activities. Amid a voiceover emphasizing the importance of preparation for jungle survival, she was seen sliding down a slide and colliding with a park bench, resulting in a loud grunt.
Despite the discomfort, Shona pressed on in the video, attempting various challenges like navigating tire swings and using a zip line. She later posted a photo on her Instagram Stories revealing a sizable bruise on her waist.
Accompanying the bruise image, Shona confirmed the incident by writing, “Sliding into a park bench does leave bruises. Prep for @imacelebrity they said. It’ll be fun they said.” Furthermore, she continued her training by amusingly showering with an outdoor hose pipe, expressing her reaction with loud screams.
Shona gained fame for her role as Whitney Dean on EastEnders, where she appeared from 2008 until her decision to depart in 2023 after a 15-year tenure on the show. In an interview with The Sun, she shared her reasons for leaving, citing a desire to explore new opportunities and cherish the relationships formed during her time on the soap opera.
Having maintained a low profile post-Exit from EastEnders, Shona has now committed to participating in I’m A Celebrity. Speculations arose about her relationship status with fiancé David Bracken just before her journey to Australia, with Shona sharing a reflective post on Instagram about embracing authenticity and self-acceptance.
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