Kirk Norcross has turned down a ‘TOWIE’ return.
‘The Only Way Is Essex’ bosses has hoped to entice original cast member Kirk back for the 10th anniversary special but Kirk, 31, has turned his back on TV to focus on his jet washing business.
A source told The Sun Online: "ITV are gutted because they really wanted Kirk to take part but, in the end, he decided he wanted no part in it.
"When the idea first came up Kirk was up for it. But, over time, he’s changed his mind. He’s had time to think about what going back might mean and he doesn’t want to go there.
"As far as Kirk is concerned that life is behind him now and he’s only looking forward."
Kirk previously revealed he is much happier in his new life than he ever was when he was a TV star.
He said: "I realise working up a ladder clearing drains and jet-washing driveways isn’t as glamorous as being on the telly.
"But I wouldn’t swap things for the world. I am so glad. I am away from that life now. When I was on Towie I was known everywhere I went. I used to buy Ferraris, expensive watches and designer jeans – now I’m happy with a £20 pair from Topman.
"There is so much bulls**t going on when you live your life in the public eye. It can be toxic and you get surrounded by people who are fake and just hangers-on. And it can be a very brutal environment. Now I get up, go to work, keep my head down and earn a living with a bigger smile on my face."