Fears for Brian McFadden as ‘loose lipped’ and ‘hot tempered’ star signs up for I’m A Celebrity spin-off

BRIAN McFadden’s friends are concerned the star’s time on I’m A Celebrity Wild Frontier could be a “career ender”. In June, The Sun told how ITV bosses snapped up Brian, 46, and Boyzone star Keith Duffy, 51, for the I’m A Celebrity spin-off. Brian McFadden’s friends are worried his stint on I’m A Celebrity Wild Frontier could be a “career ender” Credit: Getty – Contributor Brian and Boyzone star Keith Duffy have signed up for the ITV show as a pair Credit: Getty Although Brian’s pals are said to be worried about how the “loose-lipped” star’s reputation could be impacted once the show’s aired. A source told The Sun: “This is the first proper reality show Brian has signed up for and there’s a reason for that – he’s very loose-lipped. Sign up for the TV newsletter Thank you! “Everyone is so worried he’ll end up getting cancelled after losing his temper, accidentally revealing some celebrity secret about one of his famous mates or spouting off his opinions on controversial subjects. “Brian doesn’t care what people think about him and is happy to rant on about anything – but his friends are very concerned it’ll be a career-ender.” Brian rose to fame as a member of Westlife, before leaving the band in 2004 Credit: Getty Brian’s ex Kerry Katona won the main I’m A Celebrity series back in 2004 Credit: News Group Newspapers Ltd The stars are rumoured to have inked a lucrative deal, with each netting around £100,000 for the gig. Brian already has a strong link to I’m A Celeb, as his ex Kerry Katona won the main series back in 2004. Filming is due to begin in Canada in September, with the programme set to air next year. A telly insider said at the time: “Bosses are delighted that Keith and Brian will be taking part, they’ll each bring a lot of fun and mischief to the camp. Most read in TV “Everyone’s really excited about this new format, the pairs element will get everyone talking. “The casting team are hopeful they can cast celebrity duos, but may also include some stars and their non-famous family members or partners. “Viewers will see the pairings undertake gruelling trials in the beautiful and unknown Canadian landscape and take on action-packed challenges to win food, all aiming to become the sole victorious pair.” Other pairs signed up include Rio and Kate Ferdinand, as well as Christopher Dean and Karen Barber. The main I’m A Celeb show is continuing in Australia as normal. Comment now