“A prequel that not only allowed us to understand ‘why’ the Cragg Vale Coiners did what they did, but maybe fall in love with them a smidge while they did it.

“It was during the workshopping process with the actors I realised there was also a story to tell leading up to Ben’s incredible book. Shane Meadows says: “I really wanted to delve into the history of this story and the circumstances that lead to an entire West Yorkshire community risking their lives to put food in their children’s bellies. “Just make sure you watch it!! I owe ya all so much thanks for supporting me in this ballad life especially & for suggesting I apply – buzzin!” He has always owed his drug battle and has been an inspiration to so many.” SHOW RESPECT.’’Īnd a fourth added: “Love Shaun. He’s forgotten more than you pair will ever know. One tweeted: “OMG, Ant and Dec did not just make that joke about Shaun.”Īnother said: “Ant and Dec went too far with that joke… Christ.” A third wrote: “Shameful, disrespectful. ITV / Instagramįans of the show dashed to social media to share their reaction to the comments. That is high.” Fans of the show rushed to social media to share their reaction to the comments. And before they could head into camp, they faced a challenge that meant they would be higher than Shaun Ryder in the nineties.”ĭec added: “Wow… wow. So we’ve met our first three contestants – Carol, Amir, and Jordan. The Geordie duo joked about the contestants being ‘higher than Shaun was in the 90s’.Īnt said mockingly: “Welcome back to I’m A Celebrity… South Africa.

Then, as they introduced the next trio, Ant and Dec made a dig at Shaun’s past struggles with drug addiction before his scenes aired - something Shaun has been open and honest about over the years.

Just one look book by harlan coben