Matt Hancock broke the internet when his imminent appearance on I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! was announced earlier this week. The former Health Secretary is a Newcastle United fan, but supporters may be reluctant to support the politician given the controversy surrounding his name.
Despite being born in Chester, Hancock has family from the North East and that's how he ended up supporting the Magpies. He has regularly shared his following for the club online.
Following news that he would be appearing on the hit ITV show, Hancock had the Tory party whip suspended in the latest moment of contention.
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1. Matt Hancock
MP and former Health Secretary Matt Hancock is certainly a controversial figure. He’s a Newcastle United fan because his Uncle Dave is a Geordie. | Getty Images Photo: Getty Images
2. Gabby Logan
TV Presenter and MBE holder Gabby Logan fell in love with Newcastle United when studying in the North East at Durham University. | Getty Images Photo: Getty Images
3. Tony Blair
Tony Blair is not known to be the biggest of football followers, but his allegiances are apparently with Newcastle United. | Getty Images for Concordia Summi
4. James Bay
Singer James Bay loves his football and has appeared on Soccer Aid. He’s a huge Newcastle fan after falling in love with Shearer as a kid. | Getty Images