Fans of I'm A Celebrity were left scratching their heads during Monday's episode after hosts Ant McPartlin and Dec Donnelly made an unusual announcement that led to what many described as an 'abrupt ending'.
The Puzzling Announcement
Early in the November 24th episode of the ITV jungle series, the presenting duo revealed a significant change to the usual format. Ant told viewers: "We're not going into camp today but we will be opening the vote for the trial later in the show." The programme continued without immediate explanation, leaving audiences wondering about the reason behind this departure from routine.
Later in the broadcast, Dec returned to the subject, attempting to reassure fans by stating: "We won't be opening the vote until later. But don't worry, we will still let you choose a celebrity to torture." Despite this reassurance, the presenters offered no clarity on why they were avoiding the camp or what prompted this change in proceedings.
The Confusing Conclusion
Matters came to a head at the end of the show when Ant and Dec finally opened the vote for the next trial, simultaneously revealing that Ruby Wax was exempt on medical grounds. The episode then concluded without the hosts entering the camp or providing the explanation viewers had been anticipating throughout the programme.
The unexpected ending sparked immediate reaction on social media, with one fan questioning: "Is it just me or was that a bit of an abrupt ending?" Another noted the unusual timing: "It was scheduled until 20 past, very odd!" while a third described the conclusion as "rushed and weird."
Viewer Theories and Rule Breaking
While the official reason remains unknown, several fans developed their own theories about the unusual format change. Many speculated that severe weather conditions that had previously affected the camp might be responsible, with one viewer suggesting: "Maybe it's to do with the issues they had with the weather earlier?"
Others wondered if the change related to an upcoming overnight trial or was designed to build anticipation for future episodes. The mystery unfolded alongside another camp controversy, as Alex Scott was caught flouting show rules by smuggling salt into camp - a direct violation of I'm A Celebrity's strict regulations.
The incident mirrors previous rule-breaking occurrences, including last year's controversy involving tea bags. Ant and Dec confirmed the salt constituted "contraband" and indicated that consequences would follow, though the nature of the punishment remains unknown.
I'm A Celebrity 2025 continues nightly at 9PM on ITV1 and ITVX, leaving viewers eagerly awaiting explanations for both the format changes and the consequences facing rule-breaking campmates.
