I'm a Celeb's Martin Kemp shares health update after chainsaw accident weeks before jungle - Birmingham Live

Martin Kemp, the 64-year-old musician known for his time with Spandau Ballet, recently opened up about a frightening accident he had just weeks before his appearance on I'm A Celebrity. While trying to cut wood in his Hertfordshire garden, Martin had a mishap with a chainsaw that led to him needing hospital treatment. His son, Roman, later shared on his podcast that Martin was actually "lucky not to lose his hand" in the incident. The family only found out about the accident when Martin himself sent a picture of his heavily bandaged fingers to their WhatsApp group. Speaking about it ahead of his jungle entry, Martin described the accident as unfortunate but something he took full responsibility for. He explained that he was removing the scabbard from the chainsaw when "it was electric and it came to life." The incident happened about three weeks prior to the news getting reported, and by the time it hit the papers, the injury was already healing. Despite the severity of the accident, Martin said the hospital visit was mostly precautionary. He was given an injection to ensure everything was okay and then wrapped up. Yet, it was clear the injury didn't stop him from looking forward to joining the show. From what he said, the producers of I'm A Celebrity had no concerns about his participation. Martin is even excited about the infamous Bushtucker Trials, though he admits he's a bit wary about the eating challenges. At home, Martin and his wife Shirlie follow a "practically vegan" diet, but he does allow himself some meat when traveling. This diet choice might make the eating challenges on the show a bit tougher for him. Still, he’s determined not to let it dampen his spirits or enthusiasm for the trials ahead. Interestingly, Martin joked that the biggest challenge he might face isn’t from the public voting or the jungle tasks but rather from his son Roman. Roman, who has previously appeared on the show, has a strong following, and Martin suspects that his son’s fans might come after him in the voting or social media. Nevertheless, Martin seems to take it all in good humor, ready to face the jungle with a positive mindset despite the close call with the chainsaw injury.