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Julia Morris’ ‘Luxuries’ Budget Cut for I’m A Celebrity Australia Sparks Diva Meltdown

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Once more, whispers of being a diva surround Julia Morris, as insiders from “I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! Australia” suggest that a recent financial adjustment may have caused some dramatic outbursts.

The 56-year-old comedian, who has been hosting the high-profile series since it first aired in 2015, is reportedly enraged because her “behind-the-scenes demands” have allegedly been cut in half.

Trustworthy sources who are intimately involved with the production shared with Daily Mail Australia that, due to budget constraints, the television host has been required to forgo some of her lavish amenities this year.

According to a source from Network Ten, the upcoming season of ‘I’m A Celebrity’ may encounter some challenges because of financial constraints, and it seems that everyone involved will have to make adjustments to accommodate these budget limitations.

‘Let’s just say that a few people known for their previous demands were not happy.

10 no longer possesses the financial resources they used to, and both the veteran team members and Julia Morris have observed that the 11th season is significantly less extravagant compared to its former high-budget status.

In simpler terms, a past producer of the show mentioned that the amount spent to pamper hosts Julia Morris and Dr Chris Brown (who was later replaced by Robert Irwin) and attract famous personalities to “I’m A Celebrity” during its initial seasons seemed excessively extravagant or unnecessary.

They mentioned that this period occurred before streaming services began eating away at the audience share previously held by free-to-air TV networks.

As your trusted lifestyle guide, allow me to share an intriguing observation about “I’m a Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here!” When this show first began, Dr. Chris Brown and Julia Morris found themselves living lives drastically different from the celebrities in the jungle, and that was by design.

In essence, they were the antithesis of the stars, thriving in their own unique ways outside the jungle’s boundaries, providing a refreshing contrast to the challenges faced by the celebrities within.

It was amusing to see Julia, freshly coifed and manicured, wearing a variety of high-end outfits every evening, contrasting sharply with Chrissie Swan and Shane Warne who seemed to struggle in the camp setting.

‘Dressed identically, yet both looking disheveled from lack of personal hygiene – specifically needing a toothbrush. The contrast between their appearances was skillfully arranged.’

One casting producer previously stated that hosting “I’m A Celebrity” was considered one of the most coveted opportunities in the annals of Australian television.

The situation shifted dramatically when ITV Studios Australia was given only half of their usual budget for the upcoming series, according to their claim.

‘[The 2025 season] is going to be massively affected and that hasn’t gone down well.

According to a source, the producers found it challenging to inform Julia that her backstage privileges have been reduced by half, as they typically cater to their veteran host as if she were a queen.

They added that the ongoing rule for the reality TV series, which was once widely watched, is that for it to persist, everyone involved must relinquish their comforts and indulgences.

According to the source, it seems that Julia may not have been informed about the common sweeteners being eliminated.

The additional perks for Julia during the yearly series production have mostly run out, and I’m no longer convinced that this position lives up to its former dream status.

A previous producer stated, ‘Without a doubt, it’s those who have been part of this show from the beginning who might exhibit the most dramatic reactions.’

Daily Mail Australia have reached out to Julia and Network Ten for further comment.

Previously, there have been instances where it has been reported that Julia exhibited behavior suggestive of a “diva” on the set of I’m A Celebrity Australia.

It’s reported that there were conflicts between the TV host and the show’s producers prior to Dr. Chris, aged 46, leaving for a job at Channel Seven in 2023.

In March 2024, it was reported by Daily Mail Australia that Julia frequently threw fits on set when things didn’t go her way, which created friction with her co-star.

A source reported that at certain instances, Dr Chris was requested to present parts of the program solo as Julia preferred to stay in her trailer.

‘Julia would often throw tantrums on set if she didn’t get her way,’ the source said. 

On a specific day, she insisted on not resuming work unless she could deliver an uncommon “feather gag.

‘Leaving Dr Chris to be asked to go on solo if the debate wasn’t resolved.’

In my own words, I express that when Julia stepped down and Robert Irwin took over the hosting role in 2023, it became more challenging for her tantrums to remain concealed or unnoticed.

If Julia behaves immaturely once more, leaving a 20-year-old to clean up the mess, it might not be straightforward for her to conceal her actions, according to the source.

It’s said that Chris was extremely patient with Julia’s peculiarities, and his role was crucial in making their relationship successful on the Channel Ten program.

To be completely honest, I was taken aback when Chris opted to depart from our successful collaboration on the esteemed series and move on to host the new contender, Dream House, at Seven.

The source mentioned that Chris felt rather disheartened upon learning that Julia spoke about his exit in a public manner, they explained.

He didn’t view their relationship that way, and it undeniably affected the course of their friendship as time went on.

‘In fact it has highlighted some old wounds from their time together over the 9 years.’

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2025-01-18 07:20

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