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I’m A Celebrity 2022 cast: Who are the rumoured contestants?-Rebecca Sayce-Entertainment – Metro
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The biggest names in showbiz have been tipped (Picture: Rex/Getty/ITV)
The latest series of I’m A Celebrity…Get Me Out Of Here! will be back on our screens in a matter of weeks.
The hit reality show will finally be returning to Australia for the first time in three years after the series was forced to set up a new camp at Gwrych Castle in Wales due to the pandemic.
And we don’t have very long to wait for the start at all, since ITV have confirmed the series will be arriving on screens on Sunday November 6 – earlier than usual, in light of the World Cup kicking off in Qatar later in the month.
Though the cast has not yet been confirmed, rumours have been swirling as to who will be appearing in the latest ITV series.
From pop sensations to comedians, reality TV veterans, and even a member of the Royal Family – we could be treated to a seriously star-studded line-up for this year’s I’m A Celeb.
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So who could be appearing? Here’s who is rumoured to be donning one of the famous red fleeces.
Chris Moyles
Chris Moyles looks all set for a spot in camp (Picture: Rex Shutterstock)
Radio and TV presenter Chris Moyles is being heavily rumoured for a spot in the jungle after he was seen arriving at Brisbane Airport.
The 48-year-old was seen dressed in an all-black ensemble and dark sunglasses as he made his way through the airport following his arrival in the country.
He appeared to confirm his involvement as he told the Mirror: “I have absolutely no idea what my family and friends would think of me doing a show like I’m A Celebrity. I have never asked them.
But I think they would be much more nervous about me doing Antiques Roadshow.’
Mike Tindall
Mike is married to Zara Tindall, the daughter of Anne, Princess Royal, and Captain Mark Phillips (Picture: Getty)
Mike Tindall could be the first member of the Royal Family to head down under as the husband of Zara Tindall, King Charles’s great-granddaughter, has been rumoured to be among the cast.
However, The Times is reporting that he ‘did not seek’ permission from the new king.
Royal expert Duncan Larcombe said he thought Tindall was a ‘huge asset’ who was ‘really underused by the Royals’.
‘He’s been on the scene as long as the Princess of Wales . . . [and while] Prince Harry used to be the family’s court jester, we saw a side of Mike at the Jubilee when he was just being Uncle Mike playing with the kids.
‘While he isn’t a blood royal, I bet he is going to entertain the rest of the family and I would bet the vast majority of them would tune in.’
Boy George
It might finally be Time for the singer-songwriter to appear on the show (Picture: Oliver Dixon / Shutterstock)
The icon that is Boy George is reportedly heading to Australia for the upcoming series of I’m A Celeb.
The Karma Chameleon hitmaker is said to be the highest-paid camp mate ever with a deal worth $1million (£908m).
‘It’s beyond exciting that we’ve secured Boy George,’ an insider said.
‘It’s been a long time since we had a huge global star film the show and he will no doubt draw viewers.’
‘He’s also hugely popular in Australia and with the show leaving Wales and heading back down under, he’s the perfect addition,’ they told MailOnline.
They continued: ‘We know it’s a huge coup to land Boy George and we can’t wait for filming to begin.
‘He is thriving at the moment, he is about to perform with Culture Club at the legendary Austin City Limits in the coming weeks.
‘He’s a national treasure and we have no doubt viewers will make him king of jungle.’
Olivia Attwood
Olivia is no stranger to reality TV after appearing on another hit ITV show (Picture: Instagram / Olivia Attwood)
Olivia Attwood is tipped to become the first ever Love Island star to take part in I’m A Celeb – heightening rumours of her participation after she was seen at Brisbane Airport earlier this week.
The reality star turned documentary maker even appeared to confirm she was going into the jungle when she admitted what she would miss the most.
‘I mean, four weeks and no s**ging – what can you do?’ said Olivia, who is engaged to footballer Bradley Dack.
The Sun claims: ‘Olivia is already viewed as a rising star on ITV and this is likely to serve as a launchpad for potentially fronting more mainstream shows with the broadcaster.’
The reality star rose to fame following her stint on series three of Love Island, where she came third alongside ex-boyfriend Chris Hughes, and recently tested her physical strength in ITV’s The Games earlier this year.
Olivia has also ventured into presenting as she recently fronted her titular X-rated series Getting Filthy Rich.
Jill Scott
The Lioness could be heading to the jungle following her retirement from sport (Picture: Shutterstock)
England’s Lioness Jill Scott has reportedly signed up to be one of this year’s campmates.
The 35-year-old midfielder, who soared to victory with the Lioness’ earlier this summer, announced her retirement from football shortly after.
During her stint in the Euros final, Scott sent viewers into hysterics (and lip readers into action) when she was caught on camera swearing at a rival player, with the clip quickly going viral.
‘Jill became an instant star following that memorable moment, with most Brits forgiving the minor outburst,’ a source revealed.
The insider continued to The Sun: ‘It was always rumoured that ITV wanted one of the team in the jungle and Jill is a natural choice.’
Scarlette Douglas
Scarlette Douglas is said to be eyeing a place in the camp (Picture: Rex Shutterstock)
Another name tipped to be joining camp is former A Place In The Sun presenter Scarlette Douglas.
The 35-year-old currently hosts property show Worst House On The Street with her brother Stuart, having quit A Place In The Sun earlier this year.
An insider revealed: ‘Scarlette has what it takes to become a big household name like Stacey Solomon and Joel Dommett after her time in the jungle.’
The source continued to The Sun: ‘She has proved to be a hit amongst viewers following the success of her property shows and there is no doubt that she will be inundated with offers for more telly gigs.’
Sue Cleaver
Sue Cleaver is best known for her role as Corrie’s Eileen Grimshaw (Picture: ITV)
Coronation Street stars are commonplace in the jungle, and this year actress Sue Cleaver – aka Eileen Grimshaw – is rumoured to be taking a place in camp.
The 59-year-old is among those celebs who have been spotted arriving at Brisbane Airport in recent days, fuelling rumours that they will be in this year’s line-up.
Sue is reportedly heading for camp just days after she introduced the world to her baby grandson on social media.
The image sees Sue smiling at the camera and cradling the new-born, with the star writing alongside: ‘Grandchild No 4’.
Seann Walsh
Seann could provide more huge TV talking points with his appearance (Picture: Getty)
The show has reportedly snapped up Strictly snogger Seann Walsh for its 2022 series.
The comedian became the most talked about man in Britain when he was pictured kissing his married Strictly partner Katya Jones in 2018 while his fiancé Rebecca Humphries waited for him at home on her birthday.
A source told the MailOnline that Seann appearing on the show is ‘a real coup for ITV’.
‘His snog with Katya is the biggest scandal to have ever hit Strictly. People still talk about it,’ they continued.
‘Seann has joked about his snog with Katya in his comedy sketches but he’s never spoken in detail about their relationship.
‘Life in the jungle is boring and those long hours around the campfire would be the perfect time for Seann to get talking.’
Babatunde Aleshe
The comedian recently appeared on Celebrity Gogglebox (Picture: Jonathan Hordle / REX / Shutterstock)
Celebrity Gogglebox star and comedian Babatunde Aleshe has reportedly signed up to I’m A Celeb.
An insider revealed: ‘Bosses are really excited to have Babatunde in the mix.
‘He’s become a firm favourite with Celebrity Gogglebox viewers and producers reckon he’ll be a great campmate.’
The source added to The Sun: ‘He’s been doing stand-up for years but it’s his banter and constant one-liners with best mate Mo on Celebrity Gogglebox that really impressed the casting team.
‘It’s a great opportunity for him to head to the jungle.’
Charlene White
The Loose Woman panelist could enter the jungle (Picture: Getty Images)
Loose Women star Charlene White is said to be one of the latest stars to sign up for this year’s series.
According to an ITV source, she’s been described as a ‘great signing’ for I’m A Celebrity.
‘She’s got some strong opinions, but is really personable and will be good value around the Aussie campfire,’ they told The Sun.
‘They hope her journalistic background means she will eke out some illuminating conversations from her campmates, which shouldn’t be hard given some of the people she’ll be sleeping in a bunk next to.’
The source added that other rumoured campmates such as Seann and Boy George ‘both have a very colourful background’, so fans of the show ‘should expect a proper grilling from Charlene’.
Owen Warner
Owen Warner could be swapping Hollyoaks for the campfire (Picture: Getty Images)
Another soap star being tipped to join the ranks is Hollyoaks actor Owen Warner, who plays Romeo Nightingale in the Channel 4 soap.
The 23-year-old has been spotted at Brisbane Airport in recent days, once again fuelling rumours that he is about to join the ITV series.
He told the Mirror: “I’m scared of all sorts of things to be fair.
‘Snakes aren’t a bit of me, I don’t know why I have come to Australia! Snakes and spiders everywhere here.’
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