Former contestants accuse The Block"s Scott Cam of scripting claims

On September 6, former contestants Leah and Ash Milton, along with Kristy and Brett Beames, engaged in a 47-minute TikTok Live session where they criticized Scott Cam, the host of The Block. They described him as 'mean' off-camera, claiming he rejected a photo request from fellow contestants Kyle and Leslie and their children. However, this assertion was contradicted by evidence on social media showing a photo with Scott. A source close to Scott Cam defended him, stating he genuinely cares for the show and its participants, portraying him as a down-to-earth individual who makes time for everyone involved. The former contestants, labeled as the 'villains' of the 2023 season, also targeted judges and other show personalities, indicating a broader dissatisfaction with their experiences on the show. Their comments come in the wake of a season that had already drawn criticism from viewers for the perceived toxic behavior of contestants, particularly Leah, Ash, Kristy, and Brett, who were often seen as bullies. Despite their complaints, the public reaction has been largely negative towards the former contestants, especially after Leah and Ash ended up with no winnings when their house was passed in at auction for $2.97 million. In contrast, other contestants, like Steph and Gian, achieved record-breaking sales, highlighting a stark difference in outcomes among the participants. The backlash against Leah, Ash, Kristy, and Brett suggests that their claims may not resonate with the audience, who have already formed opinions based on the contestants' behavior throughout the season. This situation raises questions about the authenticity of their experiences and the overall environment of the show.