Chris Hughes has reportedly been “dropped” by Sport Relief following an altercation with a photographer at this year’s National Television Awards.
The Love Island star, 27, claimed he was branded a “name he wouldn’t call his worst enemy” by the photographer while leaving the star-studded event alongside his girlfriend Jesy Nelson before a punch-up broke out.
He has now reportedly not been included in this year’s Sport Relief The Heat Is On challenge, after plans to take part in the charity fundraiser.
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According to The Sun, organisers were set to announce the lineup of the TV show when Chris’ row broke out at London’s O2 Arena.
Show bosses then reportedly contacted him to discuss his participation after he was set to join the likes of Nick Grimshaw, Judge Rinder and Frankie Bridge in a 100-mile trek across a Namibian desert.
An insider told the publication: “The fact this incident occurred so close to the challenge meant there was always the risk it could be a distraction.
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“Chris’s fight overshadowed his girlfriend Jesy Nelson’s NTA win for her BBC Three documentary Odd One Out.”
A spokesperson for Sport Relief said: “There were plans for Chris Hughes to be involved, but he is no longer taking part.”
While a representative for Chris explained: “Chris is gutted it didn’t work out.
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“It was a mutual decision and he has been invited to discuss future projects with Comic Relief.”
Chris spoke out shortly after the altercation, after he attended the awards ceremony alongside Jesy, who picked up the award for her hard-hitting documentary Odd One Out.
Writing to his 2.2million followers, he said: "I want to address last nights altercation. I was having an amazing night celebrating the award my girlfriend deservedly won.
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"After coming out of our hotel a particular paparazzi decided to repeatedly call me a name I wouldn't call my worst enemy, and physically try and start an altercation.
"As everyone can see I retaliated back badly to this which I totally regret. I'm human. No different to anyone elseS However I want to make everyone aware this was only in self defence.
"I hope people I care about including my followers, family and friends can understand and forgive me.
"This night was about Jesys win and I am sorry if I distracted anyone from this.
"Ultimately, I'm the proudest boyfriend ever and want to congratulate my amazing girlfriend for a deserving win. I am so proud of you," he finished his lengthy statement.
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