I'm A Celebrity All-Stars 2026 Line-Up Unveiled for South African Jungle
ITV has released the first look at the highly anticipated line-up for I'm A Celebrity All-Stars South Africa 2026, the second series of the spin-off featuring memorable former campmates. The show is scheduled to launch on Monday 6th April, with hosts Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly returning to guide the stars through some of the most challenging trials in the franchise's history. For the first time, viewers will have the power to decide who is crowned the ultimate legend in a live grand final broadcast directly from London.
Meet the Returning Celebrities
The stellar cast includes a mix of past winners, fan favourites, and iconic personalities, each with their own jungle history and motivations for returning.
- Gemma Collins, 45, who participated in the 14th series in 2014 but quit after 72 hours, expressed in a promo video that her previous experience was "all a bit too much." She hopes to last longer this time in the South African setting, a far cry from her Essex roots.
- Beverley Callard, 69, known for playing Liz McDonald on Coronation Street, was part of the 2020 series set in a Welsh castle during the Covid pandemic. She is excited to swap freezing temperatures for sunnier climates but admitted the trials still terrify her.
- Harry Redknapp, 79, the winner of the 18th series in 2018, declared "King Harry is back" in the promo, recalling the Bushtucker Trials as "good fun."
- Sir Mo Farah, 43, one of Britain's greatest athletes, aims to conquer his fear of snakes after placing fifth in the 2020 Welsh series. He described winning the legend title as "epic."
- Jimmy Bullard, 47, a former footballer eliminated first in the 14th series, admitted feeling "scared" about returning, despite his popularity with fans.
- Sinitta, 62, the 80s pop star voted out second in 2011, hopes to overcome her phobias and has even practiced her jungle shower routine, packing swimwear for the occasion.
- Adam Thomas, 37, who came third in 2016, joined to make his children proud, noting that his son Teddy was too young to remember his first jungle stint.
- Ashley Roberts, 44, the 2012 runner-up and Pussycat Dolls star, said the show changed her life, leading her to move to the UK, and she is ready with swimsuits for the jungle showers.
- Craig Charles, 61, another 2014 participant who withdrew early, joked about Gemma Collins using him as a "fitness aid" in camp.
- David Haye, former world champion boxer who came third in 2012, is unfazed by fears, looking forward to exploring South Africa and aiming for a podium finish again.
- Scarlett Moffatt, 35, the 2016 Queen of the Jungle, feels apprehensive but grateful for the opportunity, noting the trials are "a level up" and hopes to inspire her son.
- Seann Walsh, 40, who finished fifth in 2022, finds it surreal to return and worries about being away from his two children, but dreams of being crowned a legend.
Show Details and Public Involvement
I'm A Celebrity... South Africa will air every weeknight (Monday to Friday) at 9pm on ITV1, starting from 6th April. The series promises intense trials and camp life drama, culminating in a live grand final where the public's vote will determine the ultimate legend. This innovative format allows viewers to engage directly with the outcome, adding an extra layer of excitement to the beloved reality show.
