2 weeks Ago By Kimberly Nhundu
I'm A Celebrity...
Get Me Out Of Here! stalwart Barry McGuigan has recounted a harrowing tale of his boxing days, detailing how an injury led to a complete nose reconstruction with plastic. In the gripping episode on Friday (November 22), sporting legends and celebrities alike huddled together for an intimate conversation about their ties to boxing. Coleen Rooney kicked off the banter, divulging her childhood pastime to Barry and pop sensation Danny Jones from McFly.
With a nostalgic edge, she shared: "My dad had us, me and my two brothers sparring each other when we were younger. "He used to get us in the living room, we've got it all on video. I was Big Betty, my brother's called Jo and he was Little Josie, and we used to have a ring walk.
" Then came McGuigan's striking revelation as the 63 year old ex-champion discussed how a grievous blow transformed his appearance, disclosing: "When I had it broken it was flat, so they just took the bone out and replaced it with plastic." Launching his career in the squared circle back in 1981, Barry McGuigan's boxing journey is marked by glory - reigning supreme as both British and European featherweight champion from 1983 through to 1985. Moreover, this Irish legend clinched his place amongst the immortals in the International Boxing Hall of Fame in 2005.
Seizing the chance for a masterclass, Danny eagerly sought McGuigan's advice on mastering body shots. Generously obliging, Barry cheerfully engaged in an exchange of friendly punches with Danny, who managed a swift quintet of strikes on the seasoned fighter. Later on the show, the singer exclaimed to the Bush Telegraph: "Today my life was made because Barry McGuigan let me hit him in the stomach.
I hit him really hard and it was solid, it was like hitting a brick wall." As the eldest participant in this year's cast, Barry had expressed his belief that he would serve as a pillar of serenity among the younger members. Prior to venturing into the wilderness, he commented: "I'm the consoler when the guys have a hard day in the gym and they haven't sparred particularly well.
" He added with a touch of uncertainty, "I'd like to think I'd be someone who would act as a 'calmer downer' if you like. Or I might get irritated. I really don't know.
" I’m A Celebrity...
Get Me Out Of Here! returns tomorrow at 9pm on ITV1 and ITVX.
