An I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here! Australia producer has spoken out against host Robert Irwin‘s mum, Terri, constantly being on set.
Terri, who was married to Australian legend Steve Irwin at the time of his 2006 death, has been spotted several times in the background of the latest I’m a Celebrity season. She’s undoubtedly supporting her son as he takes the leap as Julia Morris‘ co-host for the first time.
However, one anonymous producer has expressed concerns about the set-up, telling Daily Mail Australia her presence on set every day is “a little creepy”.
“It is giving ‘bringing your-mum-to-school-camp vibes’,” the source admitted.
According to the outlet, Terri has overseen Robert and his older sister Bindi‘s showbiz careers since Steve’s death.
As such, she’s reportedly been keeping a close eye on her 20-year-old son during filming of I’m a Celebrity.
“The two have an excellent relationship and Terri couldn’t be nicer but there are not many situations where employees will have their mum at work with them, just to make sure everything is above board,” the insider said.
Robert Irwin’s I’m a Celebrity contract included a family clause
The unnamed producer also compared Terri to the Kardashians’ “momager” Kris Jenner, claiming Robert’s contract included a clause that allowed his family to travel with him to South Africa for the show.
“The deal was done when Robert signed on as host late last year. He wanted his family to come with him,” they claimed.
“Maybe it will be just for this series, but maybe Terri will always be standing in the wings. Who knows.”
Concerns about Terri’s involvement in Robert’s I’m a Celebrity career come after the wildlife warrior confirmed the Irwin family would join him overseas.
“I’ve got everyone, including my little niece Grace, coming over, so the whole family are there,” he told The Daily Telegraph in January.
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