I’m A Celeb star breaks down as she reveals exit was start of cancer battle

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22 Apr 2026 • 9:43 PM MYT
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I’m A Celeb star breaks down as she reveals exit was start of cancer battle

  • Beverley Callard revealed her exit from I'm a Celebrity...South Africa marked the beginning of her cancer battle.
  • The 69-year-old actress, famous for her role as Liz McDonald in Coronation Street, was forced to leave the show days before the final due to health reasons.
  • She stated that she "just knew" she hadn't felt well in the final days of her time on the programme, though she didn't know it was cancer at the time.
  • Callard also disclosed that she had lost consciousness while on the show, which directly led to her departure.
  • In February, she announced her diagnosis with breast cancer and confirmed she would be undergoing further treatment.

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