I’m a Celeb 2025 live: Celebrities split into new camps after surprise twist

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27 Nov 2025 • 6:13 PM MYT
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I’m a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! has revealed a “rivals” twist which pits the campmates against each other.

The group has been split into two, with half residing in the luxurious “Win City” and the rest slumming it in “Doomsville”. Across the next few days, we’ll see the celebs take it in turns to go head-to-head in the hope of winning meals for their respective camps.

Elsewhere in the latest episode, Ruby Wax almost found herself at the centre of another row over the hoarding of food, when her camp, “Win City”, won a platter of cheese and biscuits. Luckily for the former talk show host, there was more than enough to go around.

On Thursday, Aitch and Ginge will be up against each other in the next trial. Later this week, we’ll see the show’s first live Bushtucker trial since 2020.

I’m a Celebrity continues nightly on ITV and ITVX.

Key Points

  • I’m a Celeb salary ‘leak’ reveals how much the stars are getting paid
  • 'Rivals' twist explained as camp is split into two groups
  • Win City and Doomsville camps revealed
  • Aitch and Ginge to go head to head in next trial

VIDEO: The celebrities split into Win City and Doomsville camps

12:31 , Roisin O'Connor

An emotional moment for Tom

11:29 , Roisin O'Connor

Growing tearful in the Doomsville camp last night, Tom Read Wilson admitted: “I'm a wreck, sorry. I'm just a wreck today. I can't stop, I've opened the floodgates a bit.”

As Kelly, Martin and Shona rushed to support him while he wiped away his tears, he said: “I live alone at home, but the people in my orbit I see all the time, and they're so sustaining.

“Sometimes it gets the better of you, and I think it's probably good today that I had that catharsis with people that are so good at giving care.”

This I'm a Celeb theory is proving popular

10:20 , Roisin O'Connor

Are we going to see a burgeoning romance in Doomsville?

07:00 , Rachel McGrath1

It was name-drop o’clock in Win City last night.

And every sentence of this anecdote from Alex went in a completely unexpected direction...

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Alex Scott admits ghosting huge TV star after their heartfelt gesture

When is the I'm A Celebrity final?

06:03 , Rachel McGrath

The end date for this year’s series has been confirmed.

According to reports, the King or Queen of the Jungle will be crowned on Sunday 7 December.

Fans will be treated to a feature-length finish too, as it’s scheduled to start at 9pm and run until 10.40pm.

05:00 , Rachel McGrath

It’s fair to say there are two stars who have dominated the series so far: Mancunian lads Aitch and Ginge.

I’d be incredibly shocked if they’re not in the final and right now, I’d guess they’ll be the last two.

Which only leaves one question...

— Ciardo😇 (@Ciardo92) November 26, 2025 04:00 , Rachel McGrath

Were some of the rivals challenges harder than others? I would argue that the answer is yes.

03:00 , Rachel McGrath

Here’s a look back at one segment of last night’s show, which saw some of the clunkiest name-dropping the jungle has ever seen...

02:00 , Rachel McGrath

Supplies may be low in Doomsville, but that didn’t stop the losing celebs from making an entrance in one of the live segments of last night’s episode...

01:00 , Rachel McGrath

It all got a bit much for Tom in the latest episode. - and being moved to the Doomsville camp probably didn’t help...

'Rivals' winners and losers

00:02 , Rachel McGrath

Here’s a recap of who the rivals are - and who won the all-important challenge to decide which celebrity went where:

  • Lisa vs Martin - Lisa wins
  • Kelly vs Vogue - Vogue wins
  • Eddie vs Jack - Jack wins
  • Ruby vs Tom - Ruby wins
  • Alex vs Shona - Alex wins
  • Angryginge and Aitch - Ginge wins.
Wednesday 26 November 2025 23:00 , Rachel McGrath

The possible Aitch-Shona romance is getting a lot of attention tonight and I’m here for it.

Aitch and Ginge to go head to head in next trial

Wednesday 26 November 2025 22:15 , Rachel McGrath

Taking on the next Rivals trial - named ‘The Pits’ - it’s... Aitch and Ginge!

It was always going to be that way, wasn’t it?

Wednesday 26 November 2025 22:11 , Rachel McGrath

I’d eat this Win City for dinner at home and be happy.

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Unless ITV squeezes in another ad break, we’ve just got the one segment to go.

During it, we’ll find out who the next pair of rivals taking on a trial are...

Wednesday 26 November 2025 22:00 , Rachel McGrath

It’s not Kelly’s day, is it?

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I’m also old enough to be wondering this:

Wednesday 26 November 2025 21:51 , Rachel McGrath

It’s namedrop o’clock!!!

Ginge has “Rooney” (presumably Wayne) in his contacts, Alex Scott met Louis Theroux out clubbing - and she’s ghosted him? Surely she’ll be fixing that when she’s back.

Ruby Wax is pals with Joan Collins (ofc) and Jack is mates with Tobey Maguire and Kate Moss, FYI.

Wednesday 26 November 2025 21:45 , Rachel McGrath

For those invested in the possible Shona/Aitch romance (which includes me), this theory is floating around online...

Win City and Doomsville camps revealed

Wednesday 26 November 2025 21:44 , Rachel McGrath

Here’s a look at the two camps - the main one is now seemingly Quality Street-themed, complete with clean bedding, clothes and towels.

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Doomsville is... well, grim - with one bed and ground sheets on the floor. As Tom put, “it’s Spartan to say the least”.

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Wednesday 26 November 2025 21:35 , Rachel McGrath

It’s vote time! We’re getting to decide which of the pairs take on another trial... It’s going to be Aitch and Ginge isn’t it?

Wednesday 26 November 2025 21:35 , Rachel McGrath

Chewing fish eyes and drinking a shot of the guts vs... counting snakes? If I were them, I’d be fuming.

Wednesday 26 November 2025 21:28 , Rachel McGrath

It’s Alex vs Shona next - which means the final round will be Ginge vs Aitch! The jungle’s dream team is officially being split up.

Wednesday 26 November 2025 21:27 , Rachel McGrath

Loved this - and I kind of can’t believe they just have to count them? I know I’m at home on the sofa but how hard can it be?

Wednesday 26 November 2025 21:25 , Rachel McGrath

Jack clinched that one - but only just! Up next it’s Ruby vs Tom...

Wednesday 26 November 2025 21:23 , Rachel McGrath

That was disgusting. Poor Kelly and hats off to Vogue.

Wednesday 26 November 2025 21:21 , Rachel McGrath

Lisa and Martin are going for it to find the stars in these fishguts - and their fellow celebs can barely look...

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And we have our first winner - Lisa has found her two stars!

'Rivals' twist explained

Wednesday 26 November 2025 21:15 , Rachel McGrath

To recap... the celebs are now facing off in pairs, and the winner of each trial will be sent to the normal camp - which has been rebranded Win City - and the loser is off to Doomsville.

These trials will determine not just who goes where, but also who gets fed well and who is up for the first elimination.

Wednesday 26 November 2025 21:13 , Rachel McGrath

I’m really enjoying how half of the gang are swearing they’ll never be pitted against each other, and the rest are out for blood.

Wednesday 26 November 2025 21:10 , Rachel McGrath

Sorry... was that deodorant *over* a t-shirt? I think it was.

Wednesday 26 November 2025 21:09 , Rachel McGrath

They really won’t stop going on about this storm, will they? To be honest, it does sound horrible but wet towels aren’t exactly the most riveting storyline.

Wednesday 26 November 2025 21:04 , Rachel McGrath

Oooo the camp’s got a purple makeover - and it looks as though there’s another set of digs now too, meaning this ‘Rivals’ twist is going to split the celebrities into two groups.

Here we go!

Wednesday 26 November 2025 21:02 , Rachel McGrath

Well, sort of. A few more adverts to go and tonight’s episode will finally start...

Recap: Ruby Wax's sweet tooth raises eyebrows

Wednesday 26 November 2025 20:00 , Rachel McGrath

Let’s take another look at that controversial moment from last night - Ruby Wax swiping all the liquorice allsorts.

With everyone feeling tired and hungry, her actions didn’t go unnoticed. Will the campmates hold it against her? We’ll find out tonight..

Shirlie Kemp reveals her thoughts on Martin's oversharing

Wednesday 26 November 2025 19:01 , Rachel McGrath

Shirlie Kemp has also shared her verdict on this year’s jungle chat so far - including her husband Martin sharing details about their marriage.

“I have been very embarrassed,” she told the Daily Mail. “Having to go out the next day and every day at the gym going ‘Ooo, Martin’. But it’s all good, I’m used to it.’”

Shirley is another of the loved ones who is currently in Queensland ready for when the campmates start being evicted from the jungle.

Angryginge's mum says her 'heart sank' after his emotional moments

Wednesday 26 November 2025 18:00 , Rachel McGrath

Angryginge’s mum has reacted to his emotional moments in the jungle, admitting: “My heart absolutely sank, I started crying.”

The social media star showed his softer side earlier this week when he cried after feeling a little low and homesick.

Speaking to The Sun, his mum continued: “It was so hard to see, because I know Morgan [Ginge’s real name] is such a strong person, so he must have been struggling a lot.

“I just can't wait to give him the biggest hug on that bridge.”

When is the I'm A Celebrity final?

Wednesday 26 November 2025 17:00 , Rachel McGrath

The end date for this year’s series has been confirmed.

According to reports, the King or Queen of the Jungle will be crowned on Sunday 7 December.

Fans will be treated to a feature-length finish too, as it’s scheduled to start at 9pm and run until 10.40pm.

Ginge set for 'big opportunities' after the jungle

Wednesday 26 November 2025 16:02 , Rachel McGrath

It’s no secret that I’m a Celebrity can revive, or kickstart, a showbiz career and it looks like Angryginge could be a big winner this year - whether he takes the crown or not.

The streamer alrady has a huge fanbase online but the show has introduced him to millions of new fans.

An insider told The Sun: “Once he’s out, there are definitely some big opportunities on the table, and he’ll be excited to explore them, whether that’s TV, books or something that allows him to use his platform for good.

“He’s spoken in the past about wanting to support young people and mental health, so it wouldn’t be surprising if something meaningful comes from that after the show.”

Wednesday 26 November 2025 15:00 , Rachel McGrath

This has to be one of my favourite moments so far this week - Tom’s “real” voice is so jarring and hilarious...

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Tom Read Wilson shocks I’m A Celebrity campmates with ‘real voice’

The class of 2025

Wednesday 26 November 2025 14:00 , Jacob Stolworthy

Everything you need to know about this year’s contestants:

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I’m a Celeb 2025 cast: Meet the contestants in this year’s jungle

Too many... pants?

Wednesday 26 November 2025 13:00 , Annabel Nugent

Campers have to go without a lot of things when they’re in the jungle – hence why Alex had to sneak in salt!

Speaking on Loose Women recently, former contestant Mylene Klass said that the show’s producers “come at you for everything” and recalled the time she broke the rules by bringing in too many pairs of pants.

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I’m A Celeb star reveals surprising underwear restriction for contestants

Wednesday 26 November 2025 11:00 , Jacob Stolworthy

I’m a Celebrity presenters Ant and Dec addressed their alleged feud with Kelly Brook on aftershow Unpacked.

Over the weekend, the pair discussed the events from the main show and referred to the rumours about their reported long-running rivalry with Brook, who is a contestant on the 2025 series.

The moment occurred after it was suggested Ant McPartlin had made a dig at Brook’s cooking skills.

Read more here:

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Ant scolds Dec over Kelly Brook reference on I’m a Celebrity

Wednesday 26 November 2025 10:00 , Jacob Stolworthy

ICYMI, in last night’s episode, the unlikely Ginge and Ryby friendship blossomed even further.

First rival pairing revealed

Wednesday 26 November 2025 09:16 , Jacob Stolworthy

It’s Kelly and Vogue! A preview shows them battling it out in one of the trials set to take place in the next few episodes and it involves a pig’s brain. You can probably guess what they have to do with it.

Angryginge reveals brutal way his girlfriend dumped him

Wednesday 26 November 2025 08:00 , Jacob Stolworthy

In fairness, she didn’t realise quite how brutal she was being...

The return of the live trial!

Wednesday 26 November 2025 07:00 , Jacob Stolworthy

Our requests haven’t fallen on deaf ears after all: ITV are finally bringing back the much-loved live trial.

The last one to take place in the Australian jungle was back in 2019, when the series featured Caitlyn Jenner, Roman Kemp, and Ian Wright among others.

A live trial also occurred when the series relocated to Wales in 2020 due to pandemic travel restrictions.

So who will be the (un)lucky campers to take this on?

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I’m a Celeb announces return of trial that hasn’t been featured for five years

What we know about the 'rivals' twist

Wednesday 26 November 2025 06:00 , Jacob Stolworthy

So, over the next few nights, each celebrity will be paired with another, but they will be facing off in a series of one-on-one, head-to-head trials and challenges.

We’re not yet sure what the winners will win, but we’re going to assume they won’t want to lose...

Wednesday 26 November 2025 05:00 , Jacob Stolworthy

I’m a Celebrity’s Kelly Brook’s husband has described the “magical” moment he first met her.

Jeremy Parisi, who married the Heart radio presenter in 2022, spoke about his relationship with his wife when he appeared on ITV’s Lorraine last week.

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Kelly Brook’s husband describes ‘magical’ moment he first met I’m A Celeb star

Wednesday 26 November 2025 02:00 , Jacob Stolworthy

Jack Osbourne has revealed on I’m a Celebrity that his late father, Ozzy, "hated" Christmas, comparing him to Ebenezer Scrooge.

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Jack Osbourne reveals how dad Ozzy ‘hated’ Christmas

Wednesday 26 November 2025 01:00 , Jacob Stolworthy

Martin Kemp opened up about his wife’s struggle with endometriosis during Sunday’s episode of I’m a Celebrity.

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Martin Kemp opens up about his wife’s struggle with endometriosis

Tuesday 25 November 2025 23:00 , Jacob Stolworthy

ICYMI in tonight’s episode, Ruby stole a bag of sweets.

Tuesday 25 November 2025 22:03 , Jacob Stolworthy

The campmates are now being informed they’ll be competing head-to-head with one rival celeb – and that the pairings will be announced later that morning. For uys, that’s in tomorrow night’s episode.

Tuesday 25 November 2025 21:53 , Jacob Stolworthy

Forget Ginge and Aitch – it’s Ginge and Ruby who I love watching. He really opens up to her! Telling her about how romantic he’s been in the past and about how she dumped him – while, unbeknownst to her, he was streaming live to his followers. Brutal.

Tuesday 25 November 2025 21:49 , Jacob Stolworthy

JAQUA-MAN. No notes from Aitch, there. Genuinely laughing over here.

Tuesday 25 November 2025 21:49 , Jacob Stolworthy

Did anyone just catch Shona checking out Aitch? Very difficult to miss.

12 stars for Jack!

Tuesday 25 November 2025 21:44 , Jacob Stolworthy

I’ve never seen Ant and Dec more impressed by a Bushtucker trial performance in all my years of watching this show.

I'm a Celeb record?

Tuesday 25 November 2025 21:42 , Jacob Stolworthy

Jack Osbourne held his breath underwater for well over a minute.

Tuesday 25 November 2025 21:40 , Jacob Stolworthy

It’s actually refreshing watching someone smash a trial and actually look like they’re enjoying it. Bet the producers were furious.

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Turns out Jack is taking to this trial like... well, like a duck to water. He’s doing all of these in one breath!

Tuesday 25 November 2025 21:29 , Jacob Stolworthy

Jack’s taking on his first solo trial. He has to dive into eight underwater chambers to find a star in a smaller hatch filled with a variety of creatures. I would be useless.

Big announcement!

Tuesday 25 November 2025 21:27 , Jacob Stolworthy

Over the next two days, the celebs will be paired up with camp mates they will face in a series of trials. The vote is open now and closes later in this episode.

Tuesday 25 November 2025 21:25 , Jacob Stolworthy

After seeing this vision of Tom dancing with Ruby in the lake, Aitch summed it up rather effectively: “It’s too early for that.”

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Tuesday 25 November 2025 21:21 , Jacob Stolworthy

Hard agree with this. They had a fry-up the other day!

The candyman can

Tuesday 25 November 2025 21:16 , Jacob Stolworthy

Things we learned tonight: Ruby Wax will withhold a full packet of licorice allsorts from her fellow very hungry campmates if she has to.

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A bit overkill?

Tuesday 25 November 2025 21:10 , Jacob Stolworthy

Tom and Kelly are dealing with the cockroaches in a way I’d expect, but Vogue and Eddie? I suspect cameras might be being played up to.

Tuesday 25 November 2025 21:07 , Jacob Stolworthy

I wonder if they’ll win the sweets they showed them all eating in the “tonight” segment at the start of the episode.

Tuesday 25 November 2025 21:06 , Jacob Stolworthy

Right, we’re diving right into last night’s |cliffhanger” – with Tom, Kelly, Eaddie and Vogue entering the creepy as hell jungle nursery.