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The leaves are turning brown, Halloween is over, which can only mean one thing – I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here! is nearly back.

As we get into the autumn months, it’s time to start thinking about who we’d like to see join the I’m A Celeb 2025 lineup, and there have been an awful lot of rumours.

Already, soap legends and Premier League footballers have been floated around, and there’s even gossip that a huge Love Island star is set to be a campmate.

All of that, and we haven’t mentioned the huge music artist that seems destined for the jungle.

Now, though, just a few weeks out from the series kicking off, The Sun has ‘revealed’ exactly who will be hanging out with Ant and Dec while calling the jungle home.

Who will reportedly make up this year’s crew? Let’s take a look…

When is I’m A Celebrity 2025?

We finally have an official start date from ITV for when I’m A Celebrity will be back!

Sharing a first-look festive-themed trailer for the show, ITV encouraged fans to set their calendars for the most wonderful time of the year.

The teaser, featuring Ant and Dec, confirmed the highly anticipated series will kick off on Sunday, November 16.

Who’s rumoured for the I’m A Celebrity 2025 lineup?

The rumours have already been flying about who could feature in the 2025 I’m A Celebrity lineup, including soap legends, sports stars, and more.

Here are the latest potential campmates.

Martin Kemp

Spandau Ballet music artist Martin Kemp is the latest star to be rumoured for I’m A Celeb.

Earlier this week, his performance at the Fubar nightclub was cancelled, with the venue reportedly posting a cryptic cancellation announcement with all signs pointing towards the jungle.

‘We’ve just had word that Martin Kemp won’t be able to join us this Saturday as planned. He’s been called away for a major TV commitment,’ with a handful of relevant emojis, they wrote in a since-deleted post, per The Express.

Meanwhile, a source told The Mirror in October: ‘Martin is a household name having been top of the hit parade with Spandau Ballet in the 80s and then in EastEnders in the early 2000s – he’s a great signing and everyone is very excited at the prospect of getting him Down Under.’

Jack Osbourne

Jack Osbourne is reportedly set to join I’m A Celebrity with the ‘full support’ of mum Sharon and sister Kelly.

A source told The Sun: ‘Jack is very likely to discuss Ozzy, which will be an incredibly moving moment for the campmates and for viewers and fans of the adored rocker.’

The insider added that jungle bosses are ‘thrilled to have bagged Jack’.

They said: ‘He’s been a star in his own right since shooting to fame on The Osbournes 23 years ago.’

Ruby Wax

Comedic icon Ruby Wax is in advanced talks to take part in I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out of Here 2025.

The 72-year-old found fame as a brash comedian and interviewer through her celebrity interviews and documentaries in the 1990s.

A source told The Sun: ‘Ruby’s a proper TV legend and adds real gravitas to this year’s lineup.

‘She’s interviewed some of the biggest stars in the world, so will have no problem getting to know her fellow campmates. It will make great TV for viewers.’

Vogue Williams

Earlier this month, reports suggested that Vogue Williams has signed up for this year’s series.

The TV personality, 40, could be following in her husband Spencer Matthews’ footsteps 10 years after he was in the jungle.

A source told The Sun: ‘Vogue is one of the most glam signings I’m A Celeb has landed in years, and they are thrilled.

‘Her star is massively on the rise, and this will be one of her biggest gigs yet. She is really fun and gets on with everyone, so bosses reckon she will be a hit with viewers.’

Kelly Brook

In a surprising U-turn after formerly saying she would never do the show, it’s looking extremely likely that Kelly Brook is joining the cast of I’m A Celebrity.

Multiple reports have suggested that the Heart FM presenter has agreed a deal to join the ITV series, which was seemingly confirmed when she was photographed arriving Down Under at Brisbane Airport.

With a bright smile on her face, the model sported a vibrant yellow midi dress and gold heels, which is a stark contrast to the attire we’ll see her in once her luxuries are stripped away.

Sources previously suggested that having appeared as a panellist for Loose Women, she is already a familiar face with audiences, hence ITV’s eagerness to book her.

It remains to be seen, though, whether Kelly will be glad she said yes to the gig once those grim Bushtucker Trials begin…

Aitch

UK rapper Aitch is another name who is expected to be participating in this year’s series.

The 25-year-old is an award-winning musician who boasts more than six million followers on social media.

The move to bring him aboard could be to do with the fact that ITV bosses view him as appealing to a younger audience.

A source told The Sun: ‘Aitch has a massive following among teenagers and 20-somethings and bosses will be hoping he’ll bring a new generation of fans.

‘He’ll make for great viewing as he has a plethora of stories from his time in the music industry.

‘He’s also known for having a sharp wit which will keep his campmates and viewers entertained.’

Angry Ginge

Social media megastar Angry Ginge is another name rumoured to be in the upcoming series.

With over three million fans across TikTok and Instagram, he’d certainly have the following – and that’s without mentioning his man of the match performance at Soccer Aid this year.

‘ITV bosses always like to have a social media superstar on their cast, especially after GK Barry proved such a success last year,’ a source told The Sun.

‘Angry Ginge has bags of personality and was really friendly to everyone at Soccer Aid this year. He made a great impression.’

Lisa Riley

Emmerdale legend Lisa Riley (or Mandy Dingle to soap fans) has reportedly turned down I’m A Celeb for years.

‘I love playing Mandy so much, that’s why I keep turning down other good roles,’ she revealed in a chat with the Daily Star.

‘They offer me I’m A Celebrity every year and every year I say no.’

However, she teased that a ‘milestone like [her] 50th’, which falls next July, could tempt her, and it seems her arm has now been twisted.

According to The Sun, she was in ‘advanced talks’ last month, while her Emmerdale audience makes her a ‘perfect’ campmate for ITV.

Lisa was then spotted as one of the earlier celeb arrivals to Brisbane Airport with three massive suitcases of luggage… not that she’ll need it where she’s heading!

The soap queen couldn’t have looked happier as she touched down in Australia, although it remains to be seen how long that smile will last once the reality of jungle life sets in.

Shona McGarty

It seems 2025 could be a big I’m A Celeb lineup for soap fans, with Shona McGarty also among the rumoured names and later photographed at Brisbane Airport.

The EastEnders actress, who left Albert Square in 2024 after 16 years on the BBC show, is also said to have been in ‘advanced talks’ back in May, according to The Sun.

The actress would follow in the footsteps of fellow EastEnders alumni such as Jacqueline Jossa and Charlie Brooks, who both went on to win the show – so no pressure, Shona!

Eddie Kadi

Comedian Eddie Kadi is expected to light up the campsite with his trademark witty banter.

The funny man, who’s previously appeared on Strictly Come Dancing and is set to star on this year’s Celebrity Apprentice, is probably best known for his BBC Radio 1Xtra show.

A source told The Sun: ‘Eddie is hilarious and will provide some much-needed comic relief to campmates in the jungle.’

Alex Scott

The host of Football Focus and a former Lioness, Alex, is apparently keen to go into the jungle to show a side of herself the public hasn’t seen before.

The Sun reports she wants to get out of her comfort zone and show a less serious side to herself. Still don’t expect her to be panicking at the sight of insects and other Aussie critters.

“Alex is game for anything,’ an insider told The Sun. [She] is a tough cookie, so she’s ready for anything that gets thrown at her — literally.’

Tom Read Wilson

As Celebs Go Dating receptionist, Tom is used to the wild world of romance, but how will he cope in the literal wild?Well, ITV bosses have high hopes.

‘ITV bosses are confident Tom will be a real breakout star in this year’s series,’ The Sun’s source says.

‘He’s got a huge personality and is totally hilarious, so he could be a real dark horse and be hugely popular with the public.’

Who was rumoured to appear on I’m a Celeb 2025?

Conor Benn

Conor Benn was said to be in talks to follow in his father’s footsteps in the jungle.

The former world champion, 29, was supposedly set to enter the jungle just days after his rematch with rival Chris Eubank Jnr, 36, set to take place in London on November 15.

The duo will take to the ring at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium again after Eubank Jr won the first fight.

Tommy Fury

Love Island star, boxer and Molly-Mae’s other half – Tommy Fury’s name has been floating about for a while now.

He was heavily rumoured for last year’s series, but reportedly turned it down in favour of a boxing fight. What’s more, Fury previously expressed an interest in going Down Under.

‘I’m a Celeb is an amazing show and it’s something I want to do in the future,’ he told The Mirror last year.

‘At the end of the day I am what I am, I’m a fighter and I’ve been doing it since I was a kid.’

Jools Oliver

Jamie Oliver has ruled out ever heading into the jungle, but the celebrity chef’s wife Jools was apparently a possibility.

Late last year, the Naked Chef chatted to I’m A Celeb hosts Ant and Dec on an Instagram live and weighed in on the possibility.

He told the pair: ‘I think it’s an amazing show, but honestly, you couldn’t give me enough olive oil in the world to make me eat a witchetty grub or a kangaroo’s a**e, no way.’

‘But what I can give you is my wife Jools, she would love to be on the show. Go on, Jools,’ he added.

‘We would take Jools,’ Ant quipped, while Dec joked: ‘Jools Oliver, first booking for 2025. Thanks, Jools, see you in Australia.’

Jack Grealish

Jack Grealish apparently chatted to Ant and Dec on a video call, and the Everton forward admitted he would ‘absolutely to do’ the show.

‘It’s a show that I’ve watched for years since I was little. A show that I love,’ he said. ‘I don’t know how I’d get on in there, I don’t think I’d be the best to be honest, but I’d give it a go.’

Patsy Palmer

Earlier this year, EastEnders legend Patsy Palmer – who played Bianca Jackson – was given odds of 2/1 to swap her life in the US for a stint in the Australian jungle.

Betway Casino expected her to be among the campmates later this year, following in the footsteps of Walford stars turned winners Joe Swash, Jacqueline Jossa and Charlie Brooks.

As well as a return to Albert Square earlier this year, Patsy has explored reality TV with appearances on The Masked Singer, Dancing On Ice and Celebrity Big Brother since 2020.

Who won I’m A Celebrity 2024?

Last year’s I’m A Celebrity series proved to be massively popular with audiences.

In the end, Danny Jones, the singer from the band McFly, won the show.

He was crowned King of the Jungle after beating out Coleen Rooney and Reverend Richard Coles, who finished in second and third place, respectively.

Is there going to be another series of I’m A Celebrity All Stars?

Good news – ITV has confirmed series 2 of I’m A Celebrity All Stars is coming in 2026.

The broadcaster announced plans for another season of the spin-off earlier this month, with some of the most memorable campmates from the past set to return to the show.

They’ll be back in South Africa for fresh challenges and Bushtucker Trials, with Ant and Dec keeping an eye on all the action.

This time round, ITV has confirmed ‘the public will have the power to decide who is crowned the ultimate legend’ for 2026 with the final vote cast ‘in a live grand final broadcast direct from London’.

Dec said: ‘Having a live final is an exciting addition to the new series with the viewers choosing their IAC Legend and we’ve heard some of the new trials are truly epic, even by I’m A Celeb standards!’

The presenting pair, who just saw Gary Lineker upset their NTA winning streak for best presenter, are currently in South Africa filming the upcoming All Stars series.

A version of this article was originally published on September 16, 2025.

 I’m A Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here! starts 16th November on ITV1, STV, ITVX and STV Player.

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