ITV has dropped an exciting first glimpse of I'm A Celebrity South Africa, building anticipation for the highly-anticipated 2026 series. This sneak peek follows the channel's confirmation in September 2025 that a second season of the popular spin-off is on the way.
Humorous Teaser During Britain's Got Talent
On Saturday, 21 February 2026, during an advertisement break in the latest episode of Britain's Got Talent, ITV shared a funny clip featuring the beloved hosting duo Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly. The Geordie presenters were shown sitting around a campfire when a frightening sound echoed from the distance.
A visibly startled Ant turned to his co-host and asked, 'What was that?' Dec calmly replied, 'It's just a big cat!' Ant exclaimed, 'A big cat?! No way!' before hastily running off. As the eerie sound repeated, Dec decided to follow him. The screen then displayed the message: 'Coming soon. I'm A Celebrity... South Africa.'
Details About the All-Stars Series
I'm A Celebrity South Africa is an 'all stars' version of the cherished ITV programme. According to ITVX's synopsis, it is a 'brand new show set in South Africa, featuring memorable campmates from previous shows. Expect tough challenges, twists ‘n’ turns, NO public vote - and only one winner!'
The series originally debuted in May 2023, showcasing a lineup of famous faces who had previously participated in the main show. The inaugural season crowned Myleene Klass as the winner, with Jordan Banjo securing second place and Fatima Whitbread finishing third. It comprised sixteen episodes that aired between April and May 2023, filmed at the scenic Kruger National Park in South Africa.
Rumoured Celebrities and Anticipated Return
Speculation is rife about which celebrities might join the upcoming season. Rumoured participants include Gemma Collins, Harry Redknapp, and Scarlett Moffatt, though official casting has not been announced. While the exact return date remains unconfirmed, ITV has indicated that the series is scheduled to premiere in Spring 2026.
Meanwhile, the original I'm A Celebrity Get Me Out of Here has been a television staple since 2002, amassing 484 episodes across 25 series. That show continues to be filmed at Dungay Creek in Australia, maintaining its long-standing popularity among viewers.
