Paul C Brunson, the Celebs Go Dating co-star and friend of Tom Read Wilson has revealed ‘the truth’ about the late camp arrival
Celebs Go Dating’s Tom Read Wilson is the latest addition to the I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here jungle. He made his debut in the episode which aired on Thursday, November 20 alongside TV personality Vogue Williams. The duo joined the rest of the star studded cast which includes Martin Kemp, Kelly Brook, Aitch and Jack Osbourne.
Since his appearance in the Australian jungle, Tom’s Celebs Go Dating co-star and Married at First Sight UK expert, Paul C Brunson has revealed “the truth” about his friend.
The podcaster and dating expert shared on Instagram: “The truth about Tom Read Wilson…” For the latest TV and showbiz gossip sign up to our newsletter
Paul continued: “He’s been one of my dearest friends for eight years and in that time, I’ve seen firsthand how deeply caring, brilliantly majestic, and truly wise he is.
“@tomreadwilson has this rare gift of making everyone around him feel safer, seen, and more joyful; whether he’s guiding someone with a kind word or simply showing up as his full, radiant self.
“Watching him head into the @imacelebrity fills me with pride because no matter what challenges come his way, I know he’ll meet them with grace, humor, and heart.
“Wishing you all the luck in the world, my friend.”
The podcaster also shared how his friend was “caring to his core,” and “wise in a way that makes everyone feel safer.”
The pair became close as they worked on Celebs Go Dating together, where Paul appears as one of the dating agents and Tom as a client coordinator.
The series first aired in 2016 on E4, where the pair gained national acclaim. Tom became known for his articulation and impressive vocabulary, which he now shares on social media with his “word of the day” videos.
Fans have taken to social media to share their excitement that he has joined the line up of celebs. One person said: “Tom Read Wilson is an incredibly interesting well read chap who actually brings some intellect to the programme.”
Another added: “Tom Read Wilson is the most positive campmate ever he’d probably thank Ant & Dec mid-trial! Pure vibes..”