Coleen Rooney has taken a cheeky swipe at her husband, Wayne, claiming that she has eclipsed his popularity following her successful run on I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here!. 

The 38-year-old mother-of-four made the bold assertion during a recent appearance in Manchester,

where she revealed that she now gets more attention from the public than her famous footballer husband, 39.

Last year, Coleen appeared on the ITV reality show, finishing as the runner-up to McFly’s Danny Jones.

Throughout her time on the show, Coleen garnered a significant following, with fans praising her down-to-earth personality and strong spirit.

Since then, Coleen has seen a marked increase in public recognition, something she found both humbling and surprising.

Speaking to The Mirror at the event, Coleen reflected on her time in the jungle, admitting that she was unaware of just how massive the show’s audience was. “I get parents come up to me saying, ‘Aw, we got our family back together on the couch to watch it,’ and that’s lovely to hear,” she shared. The positive response from fans clearly meant a lot to her, but she couldn’t resist making a light-hearted joke at Wayne’s expense.

She added, “Even on school runs, Wayne has passed his sell-by date, so no one has got a clue about him. But then all of a sudden, we get kids going, ‘Oh, Coleen Rooney!’” With that quip, Coleen made it clear that, in her eyes, she’s now the star of the family.

While Coleen’s playful jab at her husband was meant in good humor, it does hint at a shift in the public’s attention. The former footballer, who has long been a fixture in the media due to his career, seems to have taken a step back in the fame game. In contrast, Coleen’s time on I’m A Celebrity has sparked renewed interest in her life, giving her a surge of recognition that rivals Wayne’s own celebrity status.

The conversation didn’t stop there, though. Coleen teased that there’s much more in store for her fans, stating, “I’ve got a few things up my sleeve, you’ll be seeing a lot more of me.” With her popularity growing, she mentioned that her life continues to be hectic, juggling the demands of family life with the growing public interest in her career. She noted that nothing much had changed in terms of the daily chaos at home, with her four sons—Kai, 14, Kit, 11, Klay, 8, and Cass, 6—keeping her busy.

However, despite the hectic home life, Coleen hinted that the coming months would see her even more in the spotlight. One of the biggest upcoming projects is a £10 million fly-on-the-wall reality show, which will be available on Disney+. The project, which has already made headlines due to a fierce bidding war between streaming giants Disney+ and Amazon, will give fans an exclusive look inside the Rooneys’ lavish £20 million mansion in Cheshire.

Sources revealed that Coleen will reportedly receive £5 million for the series, while the remainder of the budget will go to the production company. The reality show, which will feature Wayne and their children, is expected to offer an inside look at their family life. This project is seen as a major coup for Coleen, further cementing her status as a popular media figure.

This move comes after the success of her previous documentary, Coleen Rooney: The Real Wagatha Story, which captivated audiences and showcased her role in the highly publicized libel case against Rebekah Vardy. Following her victory in the court battle, Coleen has become an even more prominent figure in British media, and her forthcoming reality show promises to take that fame to new heights.

In stark contrast, Rebekah Vardy, who was embroiled in the same “Wagatha Christie” drama, has struggled to gain similar traction with her own potential reality series. While Coleen’s series has already sparked a bidding war, Rebekah’s pilot for a reality show has reportedly failed to impress TV executives.

As the media landscape continues to evolve, Coleen’s star is undoubtedly on the rise. Her reality show promises to offer an intimate glimpse into her life, making her more relatable and accessible to fans than ever before. With Coleen set to dominate both the entertainment and media spaces, it’s clear that she’s not just Wayne’s wife anymore—she’s becoming a powerhouse in her own right.