5 days Ago By Anita Markoff
Coronation Street fans have been shocked to see another soap star appear in I’m A Celebrity in a surprise twist. Colson Smith revealed that he headed into the jungle today - following hot on the heels of his co-star, Alan Halsall. Halsall was previously announced as part of this year's I’m A Celeb lineup, but viewers did not expect Smith to join him.
The actor, best known for playing policeman Craig Tinker on Coronation Street , posted on Instagram today gushing about his role on I’m A Celebrity Unpacked. The spin-off show features interviews with contestants who have been voted off the reality show and behind-the-scenes footage from the jungle. Smith posted a photo of himself on set for the spin off show, writing: “BEST JOB EVER.
” He also spoke about how it felt to finally see the I’m A Celeb set on his stories, adding: “THIS IS SOOO MAD. Jungle Fan Boy. I got so starstruck by seeing the bridge.
” Several followers expressed their excitement for him – but many were left questioning why he is taking time out from Coronation Street as a crucial storyline comes to a head. Police recently ruled Joel Deering’s death as foul play and have been on the hunt for his killer, so given Smith plays a member of the force on the ITV soap, fans are baffled that he has been able to jet off to Australia. One worried person asked: “Have you left Corrie ?” Another joked: “There’s a killer on the loose in Weatherfield and you’re swanning about in Australia; country’s gone to the dogs.
” A third speculated: “Omg you killed Joel and that’s why you've been able exit the cobbles for I'm A Celeb - unbelievable plot twist.” However, others were quick to congratulate him, with one saying: “Nah I absolutely love this! Where’s that little kid gone from Corrie haha?! So proud of how far you’ve come.” Another exclaimed: “You KILLED IT!!” I'm A Celebrity.
.. Get Me Out Of Here! continues tonight on ITV at 9pm.
