Scarlett Moffatt's Controversial Return to I'm A Celebrity All Stars
Scarlett Moffatt is making a dramatic comeback to the I'm A Celebrity jungle, a decade after her initial victory in 2016. The former Gogglebox star is among a select group of celebrities returning for the new All Stars series, which aims to crown a 'legend' of the hit ITV show. This high-stakes return comes amidst lingering controversies surrounding her past relationships with hosts Ant and Dec and ongoing public scrutiny over her weight loss journey.
Reuniting with Ant and Dec After Saturday Night Takeaway Exit
Scarlett's return to I'm A Celebrity marks a significant reunion with presenting duo Ant and Dec, years after her abrupt departure from their Saturday Night Takeaway show in 2020. She had been a regular on the program for three years before the sudden announcement that she wouldn't be returning. At the time, sources close to the production emphasized that Scarlett wasn't being replaced but rather that the show was undergoing format changes.
Despite the circumstances of her exit, Scarlett has consistently spoken highly of the beloved presenters. She fondly recalled their kindness when she first moved to London, noting how they invited her for Sunday dinners when she expressed missing family meals. "They are lovely people," Scarlett explained. "They say 'don't meet your heroes', but when your heroes are them it's OK. I can't wait to give them a big hug."
In 2018, Scarlett inadvertently caused a stir when a bedroom selfie revealed she kept a photograph of herself with Ant McPartlin beside her bed. She clarified that the picture commemorated her participation in a Saturday Night Takeaway finale at Disney World, which she described as "the highlight of my working life."
Weight Loss Controversy and Body Image Struggles
Scarlett's physical transformation has been a subject of intense public discussion in recent years. Following her 2016 jungle victory, she released a weight loss DVD sharing fitness tips with fans, initially attributing her three-stone weight loss to short workouts. However, it later emerged that she had secretly attended a rigorous training boot camp and followed an extreme diet of just 300 calories daily to achieve her results.
More recently, Scarlett has challenged perceptions about her body changes. In an interview, she insisted she hasn't actually lost weight but has simply adopted different clothing styles. "Honestly I have not lost any weight!" she declared. "I am the same size! I don't know if it's just because I'm happy, or my cortisol levels are down or I'm not as bloated... I'm dressing a bit different. Maybe that's why."
Despite her explanations, the reality star acknowledged receiving frequent compliments about her appearance, admitting she feels "like I'm cheating" when praised for weight loss she claims hasn't occurred.
Family Dynamics and Career Evolution
Scarlett's original departure from Gogglebox in 2016 to join I'm A Celebrity had significant family repercussions, resulting in her parents and younger sister Ava being removed from the popular Channel 4 program. At the time, Scarlett expressed disappointment that her family couldn't continue without her, stating they were "gutted" about the situation.
Her sister Ava, who was just eight years old when they began on Gogglebox, has since grown into a young adult. Celebrating Ava's 18th birthday in 2024, Scarlett shared a heartfelt tribute praising her sister's kindness, intelligence, and unique personality. "Always stay unapologetically yourself," she advised, referencing Ava's distinctive fashion choices like quirky earrings featuring goldfish or fried eggs.
Scarlett's personal life has evolved significantly since her jungle triumph. She and partner Scott welcomed their son Jude in 2023 after what she described as a challenging "three and a bit years" trying to conceive. In late 2025, the reality star revealed she doesn't plan to have more children following a devastating miscarriage, adding depth to her journey beyond the spotlight.
As Scarlett Moffatt returns to the jungle that made her famous, she brings with her a decade of personal growth, professional evolution, and unresolved controversies that promise to make her All Stars participation particularly compelling viewing for audiences.
