This year's I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here! has found its early fan favourites in rapper Aitch and content creator Angry Ginge, but their reportedly substantial paychecks are surprisingly modest when compared to the fortunes shelled out to some of the show's previous headline-grabbing stars.
The duo entered the ITV jungle on Sunday, 16 November 2025, and within just 48 hours had captured the audience's affection, with many viewers taking to social media to declare them "way too funny." However, the conversation around their involvement isn't just about their jungle antics; it's also about their price tags.
The 2025 Jungle Payroll
Ahead of the series launch, the rumoured salaries for this year's contestants were revealed, positioning Aitch as the highest-paid celeb of the 2025 cast. The Manchester-born artist is reported to be banking a hefty £250,000 for his stint. His campmate, Angry Ginge, is set to pocket a still-significant £100,000.
While these figures are undoubtedly large, they represent a fraction of the sums ITV has historically paid to secure what they deem 'A-list' talent for the reality show. Some past participants are believed to have commanded fees exceeding £1 million, making the current stars' earnings look comparatively tiny.
The Million-Pound Jungle Club
To understand the context, one must look back at the show's biggest earners. Topping the list are two figures from recent years who each allegedly took home a staggering £1.5 million.
Coleen Rooney entered the camp in 2024, fresh from the media firestorm of the 'Wagatha Christie' trial. Her immense fee was widely seen as a reflection of her immense tabloid appeal following the legal drama with Rebekah Vardy. Rooney proved to be a popular contestant, ultimately finishing as the runner-up to McFly's Danny Jones.
Similarly, Nigel Farage reportedly secured a £1.5 million fee for his controversial appearance in 2023. The Reform UK politician didn't shy away from discussing his beliefs in camp, sparking several arguments, but still managed to place third in the competition.
Other Historic High Earners
The history of the show is dotted with other celebrities who received enormous paydays.
Noel Edmonds was the programme's highest-paid participant for five years after his 2018 appearance, for which he earned £600,000. Remarkably, as he was voted out after just nine days, this translated to an daily rate of over £66,000.
Music icon Boy George joined the jungle in 2022. Initial reports suggested an £800,000 fee, though this was later understood to have been £500,000. The Culture Club singer addressed his pay publicly, pledging to give viewers value for money.
Another member of the £500,000 club is Harry Redknapp. The former football manager, who went on to win the series, later revealed that ITV's offer was double what the BBC had proposed for him to appear on Strictly Come Dancing.
Completing this elite group is Caitlyn Jenner. The Olympic champion and reality TV star also commanded a £500,000 fee for her time in the jungle, a figure that was even joked about by hosts Ant and Dec during her introduction.
For Aitch and Angry Ginge, their journey is just beginning. While their pay may be dwarfed by these historic sums, their early popularity suggests their true value to the show might be measured in entertainment rather than pure pounds.
