Jungle Camp Welcomes Its Third Celebrity Contestant
The excitement for I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here! continues to build as a third famous face has touched down in Australia ahead of the show's highly anticipated return. EastEnders legend Shona McGarty has arrived to join what promises to be an unforgettable 25th series of the ITV jungle phenomenon.
Who Else Has Landed Down Under?
McGarty follows in the footsteps of two other confirmed celebrities who have already made the journey to Australia. Model and Loose Women star Kelly Brook was the first to arrive at Brisbane Airport, joking with reporters about her reasons for being there. "I haven't seen my auntie Sheila for a long time so I can't wait to see her," she quipped, maintaining the show's tradition of playful secrecy about the true nature of her visit.
Emmerdale actress Lisa Riley also touched down, bringing her characteristic Dingle family confidence to the impending jungle challenges. "I am a Dingle I can cope with anything," she declared, referencing her iconic soap character Mandy Dingle. "We did Dingles Down Under many years ago and I feel it's only right we do it again."
Full Lineup and Special Anniversary Plans
While ITV is set to formally announce the complete lineup next week, several other big names are expected to join the jungle adventure. The rumoured contestants include:
- Musician Martin Kemp
- YouTuber Morgan Burtwistle (known as Angryginge)
- Comedian Ruby Wax
- TV presenter Alex Scott
- Jack Osbourne
- Comedian Eddie Kadi
- Rapper Aitch
- Presenter Vogue Williams
The series marks a significant milestone as celebrity hosts Ant and Dec return for the 25th year of the hit show. According to sources close to the production, "Producers are expected to pull out the stops to ensure the 25th series is the most memorable yet."
In an interesting development, two names will be missing from the initial announcement as they're expected to enter the jungle as latecomers, adding an extra element of surprise to the proceedings.
The Mirror also revealed that LBC star Nick Ferrari had been in "really productive conversations" with show chiefs but ultimately pulled out after his radio bosses vowed to match his lucrative jungle fee to keep him on air.
With just one week remaining until the launch next Sunday, anticipation is reaching fever pitch for what promises to be the most dramatic jungle experience yet.
