ITV has released a thrilling first glimpse of the upcoming I'm A Celebrity... South Africa series, promising viewers that the challenges are 'quite a lot harder' than the iconic Australian jungle. The All-Stars series, set to air in 2026, features returning favourites like Gemma Collins, Harry Redknapp, Adam Thomas, and Sir Mo Farah facing a brutal new set of trials.
Trials Tougher Than Ever in South African Wilderness
In a newly released promo, presenter Declan Donnelly sets the scene by asking the veterans: 'We're looking for a legend. You've survived the Australian jungle, how much harder can this be?' The answer, delivered by Ant McPartlin, is immediate: 'Well quite a lot harder actually. Quite a lot harder…'
The teaser clip confirms his words, showing celebrities screaming through an array of terrifying new ordeals. These include dramatic bungee jumps, swimming in tanks filled with critters, and scaling cliffs swarming with snakes—a literal and terrifying game of Snakes and Ladders. Additional footage shows one star leaping from a plane and others being swept down fast-moving rapids.
Behind the Scenes: Explosive Row Threatens Finale
However, the production has reportedly been rocked by a bitter off-screen feud. According to sources, Adam Thomas, 36, and Jimmy Bullard, 47, had an explosive argument during a Bushtucker Trial filming in South Africa.
An insider told The Sun that Thomas 'totally lost it,' launching into a foul-mouthed tirade at the former footballer. The row, which allegedly left other campmates deeply shocked, stemmed from Thomas growing frustrated with Bullard's behaviour during the challenge.
The fallout has created a major headache for producers. The final episode of the series will be filmed in the UK with a live public vote, but there are now serious doubts about whether both men will agree to appear together on stage.
Will the Feuding Stars Reunite for the Live Final?
The source revealed that the pair were unable to mend their friendship before leaving South Africa. 'As it stands, they can't stomach being together on stage in front of an audience after everything that happened,' they said. Show bosses are now said to be in negotiations with both parties, but neither has yet confirmed their participation for the final showdown.
I'm A Celebrity… South Africa is produced by Lifted Entertainment in a co-production with Mitre Studios. ITV has declined to comment on the reported row. Representatives for Adam Thomas and Jimmy Bullard have been contacted by the Daily Mail for comment.
