If you’ve been itching to see some of your favorite stars tackle treacherous trials amidst slithery serpents and creepy crawlies, then your wait is over. The much-anticipated 25th season of "I’m a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here!" is kicking off this Sunday night, bringing a splash of Hollywood glamour and gritty survival to the Australian outback.
This season's lineup reads like a who's who of the entertainment world. Former Lioness Alex Scott will be facing down her fears alongside TV personality Jack Osbourne and comedian Ruby Wax. With the full lineup confirmed just days before the series premiere, fans are buzzing with excitement to see how these stars will fare in the wild.
The star-studded cast also includes rapper Aitch, content creator Angryginge, and comedian Eddie Kadi, among others. Model and Heart radio presenter Kelly Brook, Emmerdale's Lisa Riley, Spandau Ballet's Martin Kemp, and EastEnders' Shona McGarty round out the group ready to brave the bush.
This year, you'll notice a certain group missing from the jungle lineup – politicians. Gone are the days when former health secretary Matt Hancock and now-leader of Reform Nigel Farage would wade through the muck and chow down on unappetizing delicacies. The show's hosts, Ant and Dec, have previously suggested the jungle may not be the best place for politicians, and it seems the producers have taken heed for 2025.
The beloved hosting duo Ant and Dec – aka Anthony McPartlin and Declan Donnelly – return to our screens, donning their signature charm and humor. The pair have already teased fans in a festive trailer, sporting matching Christmas sweaters with Ant declaring, "It's the most wonderful time of the year, and it's about to get even better."
To shake things up this year, ITV has rolled out a fresh new rule. Contestants will no longer be repeatedly subjected to the infamous bushtucker trials day after day. The new guideline states that while a contestant can be voted for two consecutive trials, they must sit out the next one. This aims to give all the celebrities a chance to showcase their jungle prowess while avoiding burnout.