Football icon Harry Redknapp has made a spectacular first appearance on I'm A Celebrity South Africa, dressed in a regal outfit fit for a king, alongside former footballer Jimmy Bullard. The duo's debut was teased at the end of Friday's episode on 10 April 2026, leaving fans eagerly anticipating their full arrival in the camp next week.
Royal Entrance for a Former Winner
Harry Redknapp, who was crowned King of the Jungle in the 2018 series of I'm A Celebrity, was seen entering the South African camp in an elaborate ensemble. He wore the standard khaki uniform of the show but added a velvet cape and a large flower crown, reminiscent of his previous victory. Jimmy Bullard, a former Fulham and Hull City player, accompanied him, both announced as part of the cast earlier this year.
Fan Reactions and Anticipation
Viewers expressed their excitement on social media, with one fan stating, "Lowkey quite looking forward to Jimmy and Harry going back in." Another commented, "Monday is gonna be a great episode. The dynamics are definitely gonna change with Harry and Jimmy coming in!" A third added, "Can’t wait to see Harry Redknapp and Jimmy Bullard on Monday show." Unlike the regular series, I'm A Celebrity South Africa does not air over weekends, so their full debut is scheduled for Monday.
Hosts and Show Dynamics
Host Ant McPartlin previously hinted that the arrival of Harry and Jimmy would elevate the show, saying, "We’ve got two more late entries coming at the end of this week. Then, from week two, it just goes off again to another gear. It’s just got everything." This comes amid a week of dramatic feuds among other campmates, including conflicts involving David Haye, Beverley Callard, Gemma Collins, and Sinitta.
Ongoing Camp Tensions
The show has already seen intense rivalries, such as David Haye sending Beverley Callard to Savannah Scrub, leading to her vowing retaliation. Gemma Collins also clashed with David over team selections and resource sharing, while her feud with Sinitta spilled off-air, with Gemma expressing frustration and Sinitta criticizing fan responses. These tensions add to the anticipation for how Harry and Jimmy's presence will influence camp dynamics.
I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here! South Africa continues to air nightly at 9pm on ITV1 and ITVX, promising more excitement with the new arrivals.
