I’m a Celeb 2025 live: Ruby Wax recalls meeting ‘angry and arrogant’ Donald Trump

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19 Nov 2025 • 6:42 AM MYT
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I’m a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! is in full swing, with famous faces including rapper Aitch, former Spandau Ballet bassist Martin Kemp and broadcaster Ruby Wax entering the Australian jungle.

In total, 10 celebrities have arrived in the camp, where over the next three weeks they will endure gruesome tasks and nail-biting challenges.

Aitch was the latest star taking on the grisly Buchtucker trial tonight – and landed an impressive seven stars.

Elsewhere, Wax flexed her interviewing skills as she quizzed her fellow campmates on their lives outside of the jungle - before revealing what she really thought of some of her previous interviewees, including Donald Trump.

In Monday night’s episode (17 November), YouTuber Angryginge and Wax were tasked with eating a variety of revolting foods named after celebrities.

Meanwhile, Jack Osbourne opened up about the death of his father, musician Ozzy Osbourne, in an emotional chat with Emmerdale star Lisa Riley.

Tonight’s episode airs at 9pm on ITV and ITVX.

Key Points

02:02 , Rachel McGrath

It’s not a competition but Ruby has (so far) told the best stories by the fire. Here’s what she had to say about Donald Trump...

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I’m a Celeb’s Ruby Wax on ‘embarrassing’ interview with Donald Trump

Kelly recalls embarrassing mishap at Gwyneth Paltrow's house

01:00 , Rachel McGrath

Here’s another of the classy conversations from earlier, which saw Kelly tell everyone how she once farted in front of Madonna. At Gwyneth Paltrow’s house, no less.

Jack opens up about addiction

00:01 , Rachel McGrath

The former reality TV star was quizzed on his struggles by Ruby Wax.

Watch their conversation again below...

23:00 , Rachel McGrath

How do we all think Eddie will do in the trial? There was one campmate who certainly didn’t hide their delight...

22:15 , Rachel McGrath

The final thing left to do is for Ant and Dec to reveal who is taking on the next trial - called ‘the escarium’.

And it’s... Eddie! Which will be great television.

22:11 , Rachel McGrath

I was fully ready to eyeroll at these picture reveals but it’s really nice? Martin’s crying, Aitch is beaming at a snap of his sisters… and Ruby has a picture of her cats.

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They’ve won all the photos! And the way they’re celebrating, you’d think they were World Cup champions.

Oh and Lisa Riley has “weed a bit” during the challenge.

I really did not anticipate there being quite so much chat about bodily functions tonight, apologies.

21:59 , Rachel McGrath

Oh another challenge! The dark room challenge, to be exact.

Dark room as in a photography room, obviously, and the gang’s photos from home are up for grabs.

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This meal has gone down very well! Jack’s going to be fuming...

21:50 , Rachel McGrath

Seven stars has got them… camel rump and some other stuff Ginge can’t pronounce? Oh you’d be fuming, wouldn’t you...

21:46 , Rachel McGrath

Now Ruby is basically interviewing Jack.

She’s getting another chat show after this, isn’t she? And I’m here for it.

21:42 , Rachel McGrath

That was the second time Ruby has mentioned Trump in this episode.

Here are some other comments she made about him earlier...

Ruby Wax recalls meeting Donald Trump

21:40 , Rachel McGrath

Ruby is spilling the tea on the famous faces she’s interviewed - including Donald Trump.

He had “total insanity and anger, and arrogance”, she says, adding: “Bill Cosby was insane too.”

21:39 , Rachel McGrath

We’ve heard how Martin met Shirlie, and now Alex is regaling Ruby with how she met Jess Glynne.

“I think before her, I never knew happiness,” she said. “She approached me in one of those private members’ places, I was in there with my friends and she just walked up to me… [it was] really ballsy and I was like, I like your ballsiness, and then the spark was just instant and then yeah…we fell madly in love.”

“I will get married to her, just waiting for her to ask, Rubes,” she said.

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Dec is presenting without Ant for a funny bit, which just feels so wrong?

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The army roll!! Phenomenal...

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Seven stars in the bag as well, not bad at all.

21:29 , Rachel McGrath

It’s been a long time since this show has made me jump but these crocodiles going for Aitch are actually a lot. Eeeeek!

Five stars in the bag so far though...

21:26 , Rachel McGrath

And that was a stunning rendition of “Mysterious Girl” - is there anything Aitch can’t do? Well, find some of the stars, actually...

21:26 , Rachel McGrath

So I’m one of the people who knew nothing about Aitch before this series (I’m in my 30s) but he’s a laugh isn’t he?

And he’s not wrong, this look is giving Ginge vibes...

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The man’s living a fever dream...

Kelly's keeping it classy

21:14 , Rachel McGrath

She’s told a phenomenal anecdote about farting in front of Madonna (yes, really).

And Ruby has somehow out-named dropped her with a tale about Donald Trump.

The best bit, though - Ginge doesn’t know who Madonna is? How?!

Oh Ginge...

21:11 , Rachel McGrath

Accurate...

It's community meeting time...

21:10 , Rachel McGrath

Now we’re doing another ‘community meeting’ where Kelly is apologising for getting stressed over the cooking.

Jack says he’s stepping back - and has done so by allocating the tasks? Hmm. This situation is a ticking time bomb, isn’t it?

Ginge slips up (again)

21:09 , Rachel McGrath

Oh Ginge! He’s ruined the beans and the fire again by balancing the pot very poorly… Ruby’s face said it all…

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Here we go...

21:02 , Rachel McGrath

Tonight’s ep is another mammoth instalment - an hour and 20 minutes long!

Latest 'I'm A Celebrity' odds

20:30 , Rachel McGrath

Even though we’re just a few days in, the predictions for who could be crowned King or Queen of the Jungle are already rolling in.

Fresh from his trial heroics last night, Angryginge is currently being touted as the favourite to nab the title - with Aitch close behind.

The third celebrity most likely to win, according to Betfred, is Celebs Go Dating star Tom Read Wilson, who hasn’t even entered the jungle yet.

Here’s the full rundown...

  • Angryginge 6/4
  • Aitch 3/1
  • Tom Read Wilson 6/1
  • Jack Osbourne 10/1
  • Shona McGarty 12/1
  • Martin Kemp 14/1
  • Ruby Wax 16/1
  • Kelly Brook 33/1
  • Loisa Rile 33/1
  • Alex Scott 40/1
  • Eddie Kadi 50/1

How Angryginge got his nickname

19:30 , Rachel McGrath

The YouTuber is arguably one of the lesser-known stars currently camping out in the Aussie jungle.

Meanwhile, here in the UK, his best mates have been making media appearances to share their support.

Ginge’s pals Chazza and Heinz - who are part of the Bov Boys streaming collective with him - popped up on today’s episode of Lorraine, where they revealed how the I’m A Celebrity star got his nickname.

Chazza explained: “When he used to play FIFA, he used to rage at the game. So I think that was one of the words he used to describe himself.”

Ginge, whose real name is Morgan, doesn’t have a personality to match the nickname though. “He genuinely is one of the nicest guys you could ever meet,” Chazza said.

Ant's birthday surprise

18:30 , Rachel McGrath

Ant and Dec are enjoying plenty of silliness when the cameras aren’t rolling.

It’s Ant’s birthday today and over on Insta, he’s revealed the unusual present left for him - in the loo no less...

Rayner 'was in advanced talks' for I'm A Celeb spot

16:29 , Rachel McGrath

There’s been an update on what could have been, as it’s now been claimed that Angela Rayner was indeed in “talks” to appear on the current series of I’m A Celeb.

The former deputy PM was forced to step back from the front benches in September after it transpired she hadn’t paid enough stamp duty on a flat.

The Rest is Entertainment hosts Richard Osman and Marina Hyde have now said Rayner “got really quite far” in discussions with ITV.

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Hyde said: “I think what happened is obviously she does wish to return to frontline politics. It was made clear that were she to do something like this, there wouldn't be a way back.

“By the way, I don't think the people who would have made that clear are in a position to say who does or doesn't have a way back.

“We'll have to wait and see but sadly that booking did not occur.”

Who is Aitch? The star hoping to dispel myths about rappers

15:54 , Rachel McGrath

Aitch will be in the spotlight tonight as he takes on the first solo Bushtucker Trial of the series - so there’s never been a better time to get to know him a little better...

The 25-year-old rose to fame back in 2018 when his freestyle “Straight Rhymez” went viral online. Since then, he’s had a number of high-charting singles including Ashanti collaboration “Baby” and “Psycho”, with Anne Marie.

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The Brit Award winner is hoping his stint in the jungle will help dispel myths about rappers and raise awareness of Down’s Syndrome as his sister, Gracie, has the genetic disorder.

“If a rapper who goes on a side quest by going in the jungle and goes and wins it, well that will show you can do anything in life,” he said before going into camp. “It would feel good and it would prove to younger people that if you put your mind to it, you can do what you want.”

Aitch, whose real name is Harrison Armstrong, added that Gracie “loves” the show. “She will be sitting there cheering me on every time she sees me on the telly,” he said.

Watch: Ruby Wax makes light work of Bushtucker Trial

15:30 , Rachel McGrath

Ahead of Aitch taking on a trial tonight, let’s look back at one of the best bits of yesterday’s (quite frankly disgusting) challenge.

Angryginge and Ruby Wax were lumbered with an eating trial - and the latter reminded us all that she’s comedy gold...

The pivotal shake-up for this year’s series

14:30 , Jacob Stolworthy

I’m a Celebrity is undergoing a shake-up to ensure the fresh crop of contestants don’t face repeated Bushtucker Trials.

Kelly Brook reveals three biggest I’m a Celeb fears

13:30 , Jacob Stolworthy

It’s pretty certain she’ll have to face them in the next three weeks.

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Kelly Brook reveals three biggest I’m a Celeb fears ahead of jungle

Celebrity Traitors has exposed the fatal flaw of I’m a Celeb

12:30 , Jacob Stolworthy

After the flatulence and fanfare of Celebrity Traitors, the return of ITV’s annual jungle series and its predictable lineup falls seriously flat. The show’s bosses could learn a thing or two from the BBC, writes Rachel McGrath

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Celebrity Traitors has exposed the fatal flaw of I’m a Celeb

Will the real Kiosk Kev please stand up

11:30 , Jacob Stolworthy

I’m a Celebrity favourite Kiosk Kev’s real identity has been shared online.

The reality star’s name is Mark Herlaar– and he works in Australia as a lime farmer.

Ahead of his debut on the new series, he wrote on Instagram: “Happy days .. it's that time of the year for me were a transition from Farmer / Tarzan into my alter ego and thru the magic of TV I'm transported to the UK and become Kiosk Kev.

“This year is going to be action packed and full of brilliant challenges and lot lots more.”

Herlaar was a former contestant on Survivor.

'I'm a Celebrity' 2025 star salaries

11:00 , Jacob Stolworthy

The salaries for the stars competing on I’m a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! 2025 have reportedly been revealed.

While ITV does not disclose details of how much contestants are paid, a report has alleged to know what the stars are taking home.

More here:

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I’m a Celeb: How much each celebrity is getting paid after ‘leak’ reveals salaries

11:00 , Jacob Stolworthy

Martin Kemp’s daughter has explained why she wants her father subjected to "the worst possible trial there is" during his stint on I'm a Celebrity.

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Martin Kemp urged to face ‘worst possible trial’ on I’m A Celeb by his own daughter

Martin Kemp's confusion over Angryginge's name

10:46 , Jacob Stolworthy

Martin Kemp’s son Roman Kemp is friends with his dad’s I’m a Celebrity campmate Angryginge – and before Martin went on the show, Roman educated him on what to call the YouTuber in the jungle.

Preview: Aitch takes on his first trial

10:12 , Jacob Stolworthy

Rapper Aitch takes on the Bushtucker trial “Jungle Doomsday” in an attempt to win stars for camp.

Watch the preview below:

09:00 , Jacob Stolworthy

An alleged feud between I’m a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! contestant Kelly Brook and the show’s hosts Ant and Dec has resurfaced as the new series launched.

Jacob Stolworthy reports:

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Ant and Dec’s feud with I’m a Celebrity star Kelly Brook resurfaces

08:00 , Jacob Stolworthy

Jack Osbourne opened up about the death of his father, iconic rock star Ozzy Osbourne, on Monday’s episode of I’m a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here!.

The media personality is currently competing on the popular ITV reality show, and was filmed having a heart-to-heart with fellow campmate Lisa Riley (of Emmerdale fame).

Louis Chilton reports:

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I’m a Celeb’s Jack Osbourne opens up about death of father Ozzy

06:00 , Louis Chilton

The full line-up of contestants this year.

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

22:35 , Rachel McGrath1

First Celia Imrie, now Kelly Brook... why is this autumn’s TV so, well, gassy?

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I’m A Celeb’s Kelly Brook reveals ‘mortifying’ fart mishap with world-famous singer

04:00 , Louis Chilton

Kelly Brook opened up about her three big I’m a Celeb fears:

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Kelly Brook reveals three biggest I’m a Celeb fears ahead of jungle

02:00 , Louis Chilton

How much each celebrity is getting paid:

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I’m a Celeb: How much each celebrity is getting paid after ‘leak’ reveals salaries

00:45 , Louis Chilton

An influx of votes (two million, we’re told) were responsible for the app issues many viewers were experiencing.

And it’s happened before:

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I’m a Celeb launch plagued with app issues leaving angry viewers unable to vote

Monday 17 November 2025 23:45 , Louis Chilton

Jack Osbourne opened up about his father’s death in a rather poignant fireside chat.

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I’m a Celeb’s Jack Osbourne opens up about death of father Ozzy

Monday 17 November 2025 23:15 , Louis Chilton

Then there was the rather disgusting eating trial, which Angryginge and Ruby made light(ish) work of.

Monday 17 November 2025 22:45 , Louis Chilton

A little recap of some of the episode’s big talking points. First, we had that emotional moment from Shona.

Monday 17 November 2025 22:28 , Louis Chilton

It’s Aitch doing the next trial! Tomorrow, that is. Something called the “Doomsday Vault”.

Monday 17 November 2025 22:26 , Louis Chilton

“I’m sorry, but I ate a scrotum today and I think we deserve more than what we had.”

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More on that emotional moment with Jack:

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I’m a Celeb’s Jack Osbourne opens up about death of father Ozzy

Monday 17 November 2025 22:14 , Louis Chilton

Sarcastic laugh audible in the background of that last A&D joke ha

Monday 17 November 2025 22:13 , Louis Chilton

Martin Kemp always wanted to be a surgeon. And was in the running for Bond?

The things we learn...

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Spandau Ballet have, incidentally, had 17 Top 40 singles.

Monday 17 November 2025 22:01 , Louis Chilton

More problems with the app! Uh oh...

Monday 17 November 2025 21:59 , Louis Chilton

Martin and Kelly are locked in a sort of garish cage full of balls

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Ruby Wax seeing the funny side...

Monday 17 November 2025 21:52 , Louis Chilton

Alex Scott would make a decent game show host to be fair.

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I don’t really know how to commentate on this, other than synonym after synonym for “yuck”.

Monday 17 November 2025 21:41 , Louis Chilton

“I’m full.”

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First moment he gets back to the UK that lad needs to get himself to a cinema.

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Russell Crowe is Hermann Göring in this very glossy Nazi drama – review

Monday 17 November 2025 21:38 , Louis Chilton

He didn’t know Russell Crowe? GAME’S GONE

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Do kids still know who Simon Cowell is? Genuine question.

Monday 17 November 2025 21:33 , Louis Chilton

Wonder if Timothee Chalamet is watching this. Somehow I doubt it. Then again...?

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Quick “penis fact” from the website “TipAdvisor”.

Edifying stuff.

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Angryginge? More like Disgustedginge, am I right?

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“Dec would tuck you in at night, whereas Ant would... give you a nice night.”

What if they came as a package deal?

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You have to feel for her there, opening up about her anxiety.

Monday 17 November 2025 21:19 , Louis Chilton

All very “calm and harmonious”, I agree. But no one’s watching it for that, I fear...

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Ruby: “I went to university 10 years ago and got my degree - in neuroscience, mindfulness and cognitive therapy at Oxford, and I was really stupid as a kid!”

Her fellow students? “They were snobby.”

Monday 17 November 2025 21:08 , Louis Chilton

“They’re living their best lives”

I’m not so sure about that...

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Right, we’re back! Another 90 minutes of strength and muscle and jungle work, as Warren Zevon used to sing.

Monday 17 November 2025 20:30 , Louis Chilton

Just half an hour to go!

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A look again at *that* entrance

Monday 17 November 2025 18:30 , Louis Chilton

How much each celebrity is getting paid after ‘leak’ reveals salaries:

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I’m a Celeb: How much each celebrity is getting paid after ‘leak’ reveals salaries

Monday 17 November 2025 17:34 , Louis Chilton

A look back at one of the bigger moments from last night’s episode...

Monday 17 November 2025 16:45 , Louis Chilton

I’m a Celeb launch plagued with app issues leaving angry viewers unable to vote:

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I’m a Celeb launch plagued with app issues leaving angry viewers unable to vote

Monday 17 November 2025 16:01 , Louis Chilton

Now there’s a thought...

Monday 17 November 2025 15:09 , Louis Chilton

Fans have been revisiting Ant and Dec’s former “feud” with contestant Kelly Brook.

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I’m a Celeb hosts Ant and Dec’s feud with Kelly Brook resurfaces

Meet the contestants

Monday 17 November 2025 14:08 , Louis Chilton

ICYMI: Meet the cast of this year’s I’m a Celeb:

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Meet this year’s I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! contestants

Angryginge early favourite to win

Monday 17 November 2025 12:55 , Jacob Stolworthy

Angryginge, a YouTuber with a huge younger fanbase, is currently favourite to win the show, with odds of 3/1.

Jack Osbourne proved popular after the launch episode, and is now second favourite with odds of 9/2.

Other popular bets incude EastEnders star Shona McGarty and rapper Aitch.

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Preview: Ruby Wax and Angryginge take on Bushtucker Trial

Monday 17 November 2025 11:54 , Jacob Stolworthy

Here’s your first look at Ruby Wax and Angryginge preparing to eat some nasty snacks after being voted to do the first Bushtucker Trial of the series.

Launch episode was lowest-watched in years

Monday 17 November 2025 10:57 , Jacob Stolworthy

I’m a Celebrity returned with a peak of 7.3 million viewers, which is down from the usual eight million the show has managed to amass in recent years.

However, ITV said this was its highest overnight audience of 2025 – and the biggest entertainment launch on any channel this year.

The dip can likely be attributed to people opting to watch the show on catch-up as opposed to viewing it live.

Another factor could be that this year’s series is without a controversial or hugely famous star akin to Natt Hanckcok, Nigel Farage and Coleen Rooney.

What time is I'm a Celeb on tonight?

Monday 17 November 2025 09:15 , Annabel Nugent

After last night’s launch, the series continues tonight at 8pm on ITV1, STV and ITVX.

Who’s ready to dine at “revolting restaurant” The Divey? Eek!

Were you able to vote last night?

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I’m a Celeb launch plagued with app issues leaving angry viewers unable to vote

Ruby Wax struggled her way through first trial

Monday 17 November 2025 08:00 , Jacob Stolworthy

Ruby Wax was not thriving in the opening episode...

What are this year's contestants afraid of?

Monday 17 November 2025 07:00 , Jacob Stolworthy

The I'm a Celebrity cast of 2025 revealed their biggest fears ahead of entering the jungle.

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Rats, ants and Bushtucker surprises: I’m A Celeb stars share big fears in new video

Monday 17 November 2025 06:00 , Jacob Stolworthy

I’m a Celebrity makes pivotal voting shake-up that will change series for better:

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I’m a Celebrity gets pivotal shake-up that will change series for better

Monday 17 November 2025 05:00 , Jacob Stolworthy

Jack Osbourne has revealed how his family feels about his upcoming I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! stint, admitting it’s going to be difficult to leave them following his father Ozzy's death.

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Jack Osbourne shares mum Sharon’s reaction to I’m a Celebrity 2025 appearance

Meet this year’s I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! contestants

Monday 17 November 2025 04:00 , Jacob Stolworthy

This year’s I’m a Celeb contestants:

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Meet this year’s I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! contestants

How much are the stars getting paid?

Monday 17 November 2025 00:00 , Jacob Stolworthy

The salaries for the stars competing on I’m a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! 2025 have reportedly been revealed.

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I’m a Celebrity 2025 salary ‘leak’ reveals how much stars are getting paid

A promising start

Sunday 16 November 2025 22:37 , Jacob Stolworthy

As far as I’m a Celebrity launches go, that was the best in a while – perhaps due to the show not being marred by featuring a controversial contestant (see: Matt Hancock and Nigel Farage).

It was an understated affair and all the better for it. The contestants seem like a pleasant, entertaining bunch. Let’s see how things shake out.

Join us again tomorrow for all the action from episode two!

And we're off!

Sunday 16 November 2025 21:00 , Jacob Stolworthy

It’s time for another series of I’m a Celeb! The countdown to Christmas has officially begun...