Did Carol Vorderman just slide into Melvin Odoom's DMs?

In Australia, Melvin Odoom, a 44-year-old radio DJ, entered the reality show I'm A Celebrity and became the fourth contestant voted off after 18 days. During his time in the jungle, he openly admitted to having a crush on 63-year-old Carol Vorderman, known for her stint on Countdown, and conveyed his feelings to fellow contestants. Melvin's admiration for Carol was highlighted by his choice to sleep with a pillow featuring her image and by his admission that he found it difficult to approach her at the Pride of Britain Awards held in October. While in the jungle, Melvin complimented Carol by giving her a rating of '10 out of 10' and even hinted at wanting to take her out on a date, encouraging her to check her direct messages on social media. After his exit, Melvin excitedly revealed on Twitter and Instagram that he had received a message from Carol, which he described as filled with warmth and pride for his achievements in the show. Her message was relayed through the person managing his social media, where she expressed to him 'Please give him my best. He’s done so well' accompanied by a heart emoji. This public flirtation culminated when Melvin reflected on his time in the jungle, expressing joy at receiving attention from Carol and prompting social media discussion among fans, who cheered for their budding connection. The interaction between the two celebrities generated excitement among viewers, showcasing not only a strong mutual admiration, but also the playful banter associated with reality television relationships.