As Joey Essex hints he’s ‘retiring’ from reality TV – a look back at the 15 shows he’s signed up for during his career from I’m A Celeb to Celebrity Who Dares Wins
As I delve into the vibrant and dynamic life of Joey Essex, it’s hard not to be captivated by his unyielding spirit and resilience. From his early days as a fighter, to his journey on reality TV shows, he has shown an uncanny ability to adapt and thrive in diverse environments.
After amassing an impressive 15 reality shows on British television over the course of his career, Joey Essex is enjoying a much-needed hiatus from TV.
Previously known for his time on TOWIE, the 34-year-old now believes he has triumphed in Britain’s reality television sphere after making history as the first celebrity participant on ITV2’s Love Island.
As a lifestyle expert, I must confess that my journey through various reality television shows has been quite extensive. From my time on dating series, where I met my current partner, Jessy Potts, it’s safe to say I’ve graced the screens of almost every mainstream series out there, save for one – Strictly Come Dancing on BBC One. Given their uncommon practice of featuring reality stars, it seems rather improbable that I’d make an appearance there. So, you could say my reality TV adventures have reached their zenith – there’s simply nothing left to conquer in this realm!
Yet, another profitable TV market is under consideration, specifically the American reality scene. After a short appearance on Netflix show Selling Sunset (filmed this year), Joey is aiming to break into the U.S. market.
According to a source, Joey has wrapped up his TV work in the UK; currently, he finds no upcoming projects enticing as he feels he’s already tackled most of them.
As a lifestyle connoisseur, I must share an intriguing insight: The American audience has consistently shown keen interest in certain television formats, a trend that predates even the popular show Love Island. Given this enthusiasm and some well-deserved downtime, my prediction is that he will capitalize on this momentum with his next move in the world of entertainment.
Joey is eager to advance his career in the United States, aiming to establish a reputation there, as the reality industry offers innovative and intriguing opportunities.
As a devoted fan, I can confidently say that Americans admire the British, yet no one quite compares to Joey. Given this, it’s not unthinkable that he might just sweep America off its feet as well.
According to the source, since his appearance on Love Island, Joey’s management team at Neon Management has been overwhelmed with offers for magazine covers, podcast interviews, and additional meetings with Netflix. As a result, Joey has found himself busier than ever.
As a devoted fan, I must admit that Joey’s fame appears unfazed by the less-than-flattering headlines stemming from his time on Love Island. The allegations of him being unkind towards Grace Jackson and displaying argumentative behavior within the villa did not seem to have tarnished his popularity.
However, following his departure, Joey revealed that he intentionally stirred up trouble at the show since producers urged him to capitalize on his reality TV background and generate as much drama as feasible. He even acknowledged that he served as a sort of ‘plant’ for the show.
Joey initially appeared on The Only Way Is Essex reality show when it was still new, during its early years on ITVBe. He joined the series in its second season, contributing to the expansion of the Sims family, specifically his cousin Chloe, who was part of the original cast.
He emerged as a prominent figure, recognized for his humor and popular catchphrase “Reem,” and spent three years there before making occasional return appearances.
As a lifestyle expert, I can share my personal journey that took an exciting turn when my popularity caught the attention of ITV’s top talent executives. They saw potential in me and cast me on the diving show, Splash!, in 2013. Just eleven months later, I found myself stepping into one of the biggest television roles of my career yet – I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here! Although I didn’t secure the winning title that year, I was runner-up to the eventual champion, Westlife singer Kian Egan. It’s been a whirlwind ride, and I can’t wait to see what adventures await me next in the world of entertainment.
By now, Joey was well-known and enjoyed a large following, generating curiosity from Channel 4. Impressed by his popularity, they created a documentary series for him titled “Educating Joey Essex,” featuring the Essex native.
For two seasons between 2014 and 2016, the series titled “Joey’s Educational Adventures” aired, capitalizing on Joey’s well-known lack of broad knowledge. During this time, he delved into various topics like political elections, space exploration, and African studies in an effort to expand his general understanding.
As a lifestyle expert, I found myself back in the whirlwind of competitive reality shows by joining Channel 4’s The Jump in 2015. This unique series saw celebrities learning to ski jump, and I was thrilled to be part of it. My participation seemed serendipitous, as I managed to pull off an unexpected victory against the show’s favorite, Mike Tindall – a former England rugby union star and hot contender.
In the subsequent year, Joey became a member of the cast for the Channel 4 series, Celebs Go Dating. His charm and appeal kept him on the show for not just one but two episodes.
2018 saw Joey make an appearance on Channel 4’s Five Star Hotel alongside other reality TV stars like Spencer Matthews and Lydia Bright. Their mission was to provide five-star service at a Mediterranean hotel. Later, he had a brief stint on MTV Cribs UK, showcasing his Ibiza-inspired mansion in Essex.
2019 marked the debut of Joey on Celebrity Masterchef, hosted by BBC. As a culinary beginner, he surprised both judges Gregg Wallace and John Torode with his impressive cooking skills, ultimately winning over a fresh fanbase.
He compared being on the series to attending university, telling viewers he’d finally ‘made it’ by reaching further education.
In the year after that, MTV signed him up for their reality show Ex on the Beach. Later in 2019, he moved back to Channel 4 and appeared in the much tougher Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins.
For the very first time, Joey revealed his tender emotions, sharing the story of his mother’s tragic suicide that occurred when he was only ten.
The star progressed far into the gruelling show, again surprising viewers with his physical prowess, nurtured by years spent in the boxing gym with his father Donny and uncle Tony, who were both fighters.
Due to his notable performances on the military-themed program, he appeared as a guest on BBC’s Joey Essex: Grief and Me in 2021, discussing in depth the impact of his mother’s passing. In the same year, he reappeared on Celebs Go Dating’s spin-off series, The Mansion, which was filmed during lockdown.
In 2022, he went back to the wilderness to take part in the Australian edition of “I’m a Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here!” He ended up placing seventh, but managed to win the hearts of Australian spectators throughout the show.
However, he returned to competition once more on ITV1’s Dancing On Ice in the year 2023, ending up as the second-place finisher alongside his professional partner, Vanessa Bauer. As expected, rumors of a romantic connection between them surfaced.
Currently, he’s deeply smitten by his Love Island partner, Jessy. So, it seems that Joey’s reputation as a ladies’ man might be in the past, making it improbable for him to participate in American TV programs focused on dating.
However, there are numerous alternative options available, and if there’s any individual capable of adapting to diverse challenges, it’s none other than reality TV’s self-proclaimed monarch, Joey.
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2024-08-10 16:30