Is James Haskell doing I’m A Celebrity, when did he marry Chloe Madeley and why is he famous?
RUGBY ace James Haskell is enjoying married life to Chloe Madeley.
However, it is now reported he could be heading for the I’m a Celebrity jungle – here’s the lowdown.
Who is James Haskell?
Born in Windsor, Berkshire, Haskell, 34, has been playing rugby since the tender age of five, according to his first club Maidenhead RFC.
He was part of the club’s successful youth set up before signing for Premiership side Wasps in 2002, when he would have been 17.
Despite showing promise – and representing England at U18, U19, U21 and Saxon levels – he narrowly missed out on the 2007 World Cup.
More recently, he has carved a reputation as an inspirational figure in the health and fitness industry with 238,000 Instagram followers.
What Has James Haskell achieved in his career?
Haskell, who currently plays for Wasps, has made 77 appearances for England, scoring 20 points.
The flanker, who can also play number eight, played a part in England’s Six Nations championship victories in 2011, 2016 and 2017.
He was also a squad member in its less successful 2015 World Cup, where they crashed out in the group stages.
Haskell was named as the ‘man of the series’ during England’s 3-0 series victory over Australia in June 2016
Is James Haskell going on I’m a Celebrity?
The Sun revealed that James is in advanced talks to go on I’m a Celebrity.
A TV source said: “Producers think James would be a great addition.
“They have made him a decent offer and are hopeful he will sign up.
“Being a top-class sportsman means he’ll be full of stories of the dressing room and what goes on behind closed doors.”
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When did James Haskell marry Chloe Madeley?
James and Chloe got hitched at Christmas 2018.
They met in 2014 when Haskell invited her to be the face of a female fitness supplement line, and started dating shortly after.
They announced their engagement on April 8, 2018 – going public in a Hello! Magazine photoshoot.
Chloe revealed she was “speechless” after he got down on one knee in Paris. The only four people who knew were their parents.
England and Wasps player Haskell revealed he designed the ring himself because he wanted it to be “perfect and for her to love it”.