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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5. Abhisit Vejjajiva
The former prime minister of Thailand was actually born in Newcastle, hence his love for the club. | AFP via Getty Images Photo: AFP via Getty Images
6. Chris Eubank
Chris Eubank’s glittering boxing career has been marred by some personal life controversies. He’s thought to be a Newcastle fan and has attended functions at the ground. | Getty Images for BT Sport Indust
7. Cameron Norrie
Cameron Norrie captured the hearts of the nation with his Wimbledon heroics this summer, when it emerged he was a Newcastle United fan. | Getty Images Photo: Getty Images
8. Brian Blessed
Brian Blessed is from Yorkshire but the esteemed actor fell in love with The Magpies when holidaying in Newbiggin by the Sea as a kid. | Getty Images