Just over five years ago, Morgan Burtwistle—better known as AngryGinge—fired up his Twitch account, grinding away with streams that barely scraped six or seven viewers. The early days were tough: endless hours playing video games, yelling at his screen, and zero real traction. Frustration set in, leading the die-hard Manchester United fan to hit pause on the whole gig. But fate had other plans. In March 2021, he dove back in, going full-time—and boy, did things explode.
Social media star AngryGinge has made his way into the mainstream on I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here!
Fast-forward to today, and AngryGinge isn’t just a streamer anymore; he’s a household name with millions of fans, a thriving career, and a show-stopping performance at Soccer Aid under his belt. Now, he’s trading virtual battles for the ultimate real-world challenge: surviving the Aussie jungle on *I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here!*, where he’s emerged as a top contender to snatch the crown. With over seven million nightly viewers tuning in, it’s clear—Ginge’s raw energy and unfiltered charm have hooked the nation.
Hailing from Salford in Manchester, Burtwistle wears his roots like a badge of honor, especially when it comes to his beloved Red Devils. Football was the spark that ignited his streaming empire. *FIFA 22* became his breakout hit, turning casual broadcasts into viral sensations. From there, his empire sprawled across platforms: Twitch for the live chaos, TikTok for bite-sized hilarity, and YouTube for deeper dives. The numbers skyrocketed, and suddenly, Ginge was more than a gamer—he was a phenomenon.
But he didn’t stop at the screen. Stepping into the spotlight, Burtwistle laced up his boots for real-life action. In September 2023, he dazzled in the Sidemen Charity Football match at West Ham’s London Stadium. Then came the thrill of Qatar’s Match For Hope 2024 at Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium. His *EA Sports FC* Pro Clubs squad, Girth n Turf, became a cultural juggernaut, roping in stars like darts prodigy Luke Littler, football legend Wayne Rooney, and streaming sensation IShowSpeed.
Speaking of mates, Ginge’s inner circle is star-studded. He’s tight with Brit Award-winning rapper Aitch (his fellow *I’m A Celeb* campmate) and teenage darts sensation Littler. But success hasn’t been without its hurdles. Teaming up with Yung Filly for Girth n Turf started as a smash hit—until Yung Filly’s arrest in Australia over an alleged sexual assault (which he denies) threw everything into turmoil. “Mad,” Ginge called it on stream, staying honest with fans while navigating the legal minefield. The project hit pause, but Ginge powered on.
The 24-year-old idolised Wayne Rooney growing up and has worked alongside the Manchester United legend
Ginge, real name Morgan Burtwistle, is best friends with the likes of fellow campmate Aitch (left) and Luke Littler
World Darts champion Littler (right) became friends with Burtwistle through their love of Man United and darts
Undeterred, he kept stacking wins: more charity matches, a stint on reality show *Inside* (cut short for an FA Cup final ticket—priorities!), and a managerial role in Sky Sports’ Baller League. His team, Yanited, snagged third place last year and is holding steady in seventh this season, with Sam Cox stepping in while Ginge braves the bush. On matchday one, a 3-2 loss to John Terry’s 26ers came with a side of banter—Terry rapping alongside ArrDee, chanting “Ginge is in trouble.” Epic.
Then came a wild detour in July: Burtwistle, along with creators Charlie ‘Chazza’ Clark and Samuel ‘SamHam’ Imie, got nabbed at the British Grand Prix for allegedly damaging a Racing Point display car. Clark hopped in unguarded, chaos ensued, and after a grueling 15-hour hold (per Ginge), they walked free without charges. A close call, but it only fueled his fire.
Now, on *I’m A Celebrity*, Ginge is stealing hearts. He’s shown vulnerability—tearing up over missing his mum and spilling to Ruby Wax about a brutal on-stream breakup. The betting odds? It’s a neck-and-neck battle with Aitch for the win, flipping daily, but Ginge’s authenticity could seal the deal and propel him to the finale.
What’s next? In this era of social media stars crashing mainstream TV—like George Clarke on *Strictly* or Niko Omilana on *Celebrity Traitors*—Ginge is the breakout king. Broadcasters are circling: Sky holds his loyalty via the Baller League, but BBC and ITV are hot on the trail. On Wednesday’s episode, Aitch quipped they might snag Ant and Dec’s gigs. Laugh now, but with Ginge’s trajectory—from controller-clutching streamer to jungle conqueror—this “unthinkable switch” might just become reality. Watch this space; AngryGinge is only heating up.