I'M a Celebrity returns this week for a brand new series with its most flashy lineup ever set to endure three weeks of grubs and grime.
According to reports, this year's lineup has a staggering combined net worth of over £76million so far – one of the richest I'm a Celebrity bunch in its long history.
Topping the list is pop sensation Boy George, who reportedly has a net worth of £43.8million, while Mike Tindall, husband to royal Zara Tindall, has a reported net worth of £15.7million.
Other big names signing up for the show this year include Xfm DJ Chris Moyles, 48, Olivia Attwood, 31, and Jill Scot – all with estimated net worths thought to be in excess of £1million.
I'm a Celebrity 2022 returns on Sunday, 6 November at 9pm on ITV.
Read out I'm A Celebrity 2022 live blog below for latest updates…
- Louis Allwood
First look at I’m A Celebrity
The hosts have teased a first look at the I'm A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! camp with just weeks until they return to Australia.
The hair-raising new promo for the ITV show sees the Geordie duo hurtling through the air as they skydive down into the jungle, before unfurling parachutes emblazoned with a special message.
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Where will the celebs go once booted out the camp?
The iconic Palazzo Versace Hotel has been ditched from this year’s I’m A Celebrity.
The celebrities will now relax at a hotel called the JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort and Spa, where rooms start at £256 and offer a fresh, modern look.
A telly insider said: “ITV has used the Versace ever since the series came to Queensland in 2004. Those classic scenes of the muddy, exhausted celebs arriving in the glamorous, gleaming lobby are part of I’m A Celeb’s very fabric.
“The new hotel is lovely, but just different to the bouji opulence of the Versace, which is so well-known to viewers.”
ITV says the change is part of an overhaul of the show’s many elements after its time away from Australia during the pandemic.
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Scarlette Douglas back in the sun
Travel presenter Scarlette Douglas has signed up for the show.
The 35-year-old quit her job hosting A Place in the Sun in August 2022 after seven years to focus on a new property series for Channel 4, Worst House on the Street.
A TV insider said: “Scarlette has what it takes to become a big household name like Stacey Solomon and Joel Dommett after her time in the Jungle.
“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.”
- Louis Allwood
Boy George set to face fears
Boy George has been confirmed to be on I'm A Celeb.
A telly source said: “Boy George is a real coup for producers, there is a lot of excitement in-house at ITV.
“The singer is renowned for his dry wit and frank delivery, he is always outspoken and will be hilarious value in camp.
“There is hope that he will regale viewers with his showbiz stories about his famous friends.
"While George is well acquainted with Australia after living in Sydney for several years, he has no experience of the Outback, so will be like a fish out of water living rough."
- Louis Allwood
Babatunde Aléshé will be one to watch
Known for appearing on Celebrity Gogglebox alongside comedian and friend Mo Gilligan, Babatunde is set to appear on I'm A Celebrity.
An insider told The Sun: “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.
“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.”
- Louis Allwood
Charlene White set to grill fellow camp mates
Loose Women star Charlene White is taking part in I'm A Celebrity.
The ITV star who has been an anchor on the daytime show since 2021, has reportedly agreed to fly to Australia for the show.
An ITV source said: “Charlene is a great signing for the show.
“She’s got some strong opinions, but is really personable and will be good value around the Aussie campfire.
“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.
“Seann and Boy George for example both have a very colourful background so viewers should expect a proper grilling from Charlene.”
- Louis Allwood
Love Island star heads to the Jungle
Olivia Attwood is the first ever Love Island star to enter the jungle as she is the second contestant to land in Australia.
Since leaving the villa, Olivia's TV career has taken off.
She featured in Towie as well as having her own show with footballer fiancé Bradley Dack.
In 2021, Olivia said she would take part in I'm A Celeb: "I'd love to do the jungle. I'd give Dancing On Ice a go, although it does scare me.
"I'm a bit of a baby, so I don't like getting hurt.
"I feel like the minute I fall over once, I'd be done. I know it sounds dramatic, but I'm just a bit like that.
"For me, the jungle is less scary. So I'd love to do the jungle."
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Funny man Sean Walsh will bring the laughs
Comedian Seann Walsh is swapping the stage for the jungle.
Seann caused controversy in 2018 when he took part in Strictly Come Dancing and kissed his married dance partner Katya Jones, while also being in a long term relationship himself.
A source said: “Seann is an incredible signing for I’m A Celebrity and it’s a real coup for ITV.
"His snog with Katya is the biggest scandal to have ever hit Strictly. People still talk about it.
"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.
"He can’t shy away from it either as he’s best known for that snog.
"It’s unlikely his campmates won’t bring it up. It won’t be an easy watch for Katya or the people burnt by their romance."
- Louis Allwood
Royal reveal
Mike Tindall has agreed to be the first royal on prime time reality TV.
The former England rugby ace is married to the late Queen’s granddaughter Zara Phillips, and is the ITV show’s biggest ever signing.
Details of Mike's deal remain a closely-guarded secret, but a source told The Sun: “It’s a massive coup.
"Mike has had a box seat for some of the most important moments in royal history for generations.
“He is sure to be discreet, but his sheer presence means this series will be an absolute must-watch.”
- Louis Allwood
Chris Moyles taking on the jungle
Radio presenter Chris Moyles is taking on his biggest challenge on I'm A Celebrity Get Me Out of Here.
He is best known for being on Radio 1 and Radio X.
Chris was the first celebrity to touch down at the airport in Brisbane.
When asked if by The Sun if he was looking forward to spending time in Australia, Chris told our reporter on the ground: "It should be nice, fingers crossed anyway."
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Jill Scott putting down her boots for I'm a Celeb
Footballer Jill Scott is another confirmed campmate.
The footy ace who famously swore during the Euros, insists she will be keeping it clean in the jungle.
Speaking to The Sun as she landed at Brisbane airport, Jill said: "I have never had an interview where they haven't mentioned that.
"I am not proud of that swearing and I don't usually swear so I'd like to think that wouldn't happen again."
- Louis Allwood
Owen Warner will be taking on the trials
Owen Warner is taking on the jungle after signing up to I'm A Celebrity.
He has previously admitted he is scared of snakes and would miss his family and football while in the jungle.
The star is best known for playing Romeo Nightingale in Hollyoaks.
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Meet the stars
Sue Cleaver, best known for being on Coronation Street, is taking part in I'm A Celeb.
The soap star has played Eileen Grimshaw in the soap for 22 years, and follows in the footsteps of co-star Simon Gregson who took part in the Welsh-set contest in 2021
Sue shot to fame on Victoria Wood's Dinner Ladies back in the 90s.
- Louis Allwood
It returns!
ITV's flagship reality show is set to broadcast from Australia on Sunday, November 6.
The series has been brought forward this year to allow room in the schedules for the World Cup later in the month.
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