I’m A Celebrity returned last night to the screens as South Africa’s biggest stars gathered for the series’ first All-Stars.
The line-up included fan favourites Carol Vorderman, 62, – who recently teased fans with a selection of sexy bikini snaps – and boxing champ Amir Khan, who first appeared on the show back in 2017.
Fatima Whitebread, an Olympic athlete from Great Britain was among the celebrities who took part in the competition. Her fans have already predicted that she will win the title after her previous experience.
I’m A Celeb fans were split when Gillian McKeith made a surprise return to the finale of an episode.
A fan who was not impressed posted on social media: “Really?!? One fan, not impressed by the All-Stars contestant’s performance in past years, wrote on social media: “Really!? Riiiiiiiight…” While another disagreed: “GILLIAN MCKEITH – it’s just gotten better!”
The latest information is available on our I’m A Celebrity 2023 All Stars blog.
Most memorable moment to date
Paul Burrell of I’m A Celebrity gasped for air as tonight’s episode began with an incredibly gruesome trial.
The South Africa spin-off series, which stars some of the ITV show’s most iconic campmates from over the years, started this evening after it was filmed late last year.
Who is Dean Gaffney from I’m A Celeb
Loveable rogue Dean, 44, is a firm jungle favourite and another hugely popular soap star.
Dean, best known for playing Robbie Fowler in EastEnders, first took part back in 2006 when Busted bassist Matt Willis was crowned King.
He was one of the earliest names mooted by producers, and they acted quickly to snap him up.”
A source told us: “Dean is regarded as one of the best contestants the show has ever had. When the All Stars show was first mooted he was a name that everyone wanted to get on board.”
Shaun tells you how it really is
There doesn’t seem to be any ‘****heads’ in here, he says to the camera after settling into camp.
Shaun Ryder: Just be patient.
Jordan Banjo, I’m A Celeb
Diversity dancer Jordan Banjo, 29, will be hoping to improve on his stint in 2016 which saw him the fourth star voted out.
The Britain’s Got Talent performer – famed for his high kicks and backflips – will now reunite with his 2016 co-star Carol Vorderman, who appeared with him in the previous line-up with him in Australia.
That year, Gogglebox fave Scarlett Moffatt triumphed to be crowned Queen of the Jungle.
A source said: “ITV hope that Jordan will bring plenty of banter to their highly anticipated first All Stars series.”
Helen Flanagan, I’m a Celeb: Who is she?
Helen is set to make her major comeback 10 years after she first appeared in the jungle, when fans were left aghast by her participation in an iconic waterfall shower.
Helen, who is 32 and played Rosie Webster on Corrie in the 2012 EastEnders competition, entered her first camp when Charlie Brooks, an actress from EastEnders, won.
She was the fifth celebrity to be evicted and said: “I didn’t think it would be so intense.”
Previously it was reported how I’m A Celeb’s cameramen fought over who would film stars including Helen in the shower scenes.
Discussing the show, Helen said: “I am not saying I am going to go in and be a jungle warrior and be absolutely amazing because I will not. Yes I will be scared but I will have a go and I will be a lot better than last time!”
Secret ‘winner’ revealed
Fans of I’m a Celeb are hoping Fatima will win the crown, after Dougie’s Poynter from McFly beat her back then.
One fan Tweeted: “Dougie won #imaceleb “I wanted Fatimatowin, even though it was not what I really wanted.”
A third said: “Fatima is going to win.”
Phil Tuffnell has been rated as the favourite by bookies, so this will definitely be Tuff.
Ha!
Awks
The I’m A Celeb audience is still reeling from the question Fatima was asked by Janice Dickinson.
Which I’m A Celeb stars have the most controversy?
Telly fans reveal who they think the most shocking ITV signings were.
As per Befair They are:
- Matt Hancock
- Caitlyn Jenner
- Edwina Currie
- Gemma Collins
- Katie Price
- Paul Burrell
- Nadine Dorries
- Daniella Westbrook
- Lembit Opik
- Brian Harvey
What do I’m A Celebrity winners get?
The winner of I’m A Celebrity gets…. nothing.
They are crowned King or queen of the Jungle after the voting by the general public.
The I’m A Celebrity… South Africa all-stars series has a new title, and viewers do not vote on the winners.
Speaking to ITV’s Lorraine, hosts Ant and Dec explained more about how it worked.
Ant said: “It’s slightly different to the show we do in Australia because they go head to head in trials and whoever loses leaves.
“It’s quite brutal, so that’s how we decided the winner.”
Dec added: “So, they’re competing to become the first ever I’m A Celebrity ‘Legend of the Savanna’… It’s very special.”
You’re right, it is hard.
Phil Tufnell’s failure to jump is a great example of Fatima responding.
She has a good point.
Jordan Banjo, I’m A Celeb
Diversity dancer Jordan Banjo, 29, will be hoping to improve on his stint in 2016 which saw him the fourth star voted out.
The Britain’s Got Talent performer – famed for his high kicks and backflips – will now reunite with his 2016 co-star Carol Vorderman, who appeared with him in the previous line-up with him in Australia.
That year, Gogglebox fave Scarlett Moffatt triumphed to be crowned Queen of the Jungle.
A source said: “ITV hope that Jordan will bring plenty of banter to their highly anticipated first All Stars series.”
Most memorable moment to date
Paul Burrell of I’m A Celebrity gasped for air as tonight’s episode began with an incredibly gruesome trial.
The South Africa spin-off series, which stars some of the ITV show’s most iconic campmates from over the years, started this evening after it was filmed late last year.
Fans are predicting a riot
HAPPY Mondays star Shaun Ryder saw his worst nightmare come true tonight — as his old enemy Gillian McKeith arrived in camp.
They clashed on I’m A Celeb in 2010, and devious producers in South Africa immediately put them on a challenge together.
Dramatic –
Shaun Ryder was shocked when Gillian McKeith appeared from the box.
He said, “She shouldn’t have left.”
They had a fight when they appeared on the same show before.
Shaun told his friend: “I was so close to killing her.”
Next night is going to be fun!
Who is Dean Gaffney from I’m A Celeb
Loveable rogue Dean, 44, is a firm jungle favourite and another hugely popular soap star.
Dean, best known for playing Robbie Fowler in EastEnders, first took part back in 2006 when Busted bassist Matt Willis was crowned King.
He was one of the earliest names mooted by producers, and they acted quickly to snap him up.”
A source told us: “Dean is regarded as one of the best contestants the show has ever had. When the All Stars show was first mooted he was a name that everyone wanted to get on board.”
The show shake up
The news that the jungle will not have a king or queen was shocking to I’m a Celeb viewers.
The winner will instead be a ‘jungle hero’.
‘My boyfriends’
Janice’s reaction after seeing Ant and Dec for so many years.
What else could we possibly expect?
Awks
Fans of I’m a Celeb are still in shock over Janice Dickinson’s question to Fatima.
Shaun tells it like it is
There doesn’t seem to be any ‘****heads’ in here, he says to the camera after settling into camp.
Shaun Ryder: Just be patient.
Bed bugs
Oh Janice.
After she had tidied up the bed, she asked Fatima about her origin.
“Are you Italian? “she asked.
Fatima says, “No, Greek heritage”
Awks.
Fire starters
Carol, Jordan, and Amir have settled into the camp.
Carol is the camp cook. They have already lit a fire.
Here comes Paul Burrell, and Janice Dickinson.
Before the storm, there is calm.
It’s so close
Helen, who had just counted 1,000,000 to prepare for her jump, missed out on the star.
Oh well… we are sure that our campmates will understand.
Hel is a girl
Helen’s two-jump stunt leaves fans in awe
Will she be able to make it to the third round?
You’re right, it is hard.
Phil Tufnell’s failure to jump is a great example of Fatima responding.
She has a good point.
It’s all right. Helen, it’s your turn.
Fatima fail
Nevermind. You’re welcome.
Phil will compensate for the mistake.
Surely?!