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The much-anticipated return of I'm A Celebrity is just around the corner, and fans can't wait to see TV's beloved duo, Ant and Dec, back on their screens, ready to stir up more jungle chaos with a fresh batch of celebrities. While ITV hasn't officially unveiled the lineup of brave celebrities heading into the iconic jungle, there's no shortage of speculations and rumors about who might be joining the show. As well as the gruesome tasks, I'm A Celeb has had its fair share of celebrity hissy fits and memorable walk-outs over the years.

TV presenter Dec Donnelly and his family have been spotted enjoying a relaxed stroll in Australia, as fans count down the days before I’m A Celebrity…Get Me Out Of Here! makes an iconic return to our screens. Dec was spotted in a blue and white striped shirt and blue trousers as he carried his son Jack in his arms.The youngster sported a light blue shirt and dark blue shorts as he was carried into The Spice Den in Kingscliff, Australia.The ITV host and his wife Ali were also accompanied by their daughter Isla.

Nigel Farage is mulling over a 'big decision' as he confesses that he hasn't yet put pen to paper on an I'm A Celebrity contract. The politician insisted that while he's not dismissing the idea of jetting off to the Australian jungle for the popular reality TV show, he hasn't made a firm decision. He shared with GB News: "I have an existing Australian visa so if I chose to go there on holiday I could without too much difficulty.

ITV's I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! 2023 is just around the corner, with fans eagerly awaiting the star-studded line-up. The new series is set to kick off with a special 105-minute episode.Ten celebs are rumoured to be joining the jungle with one being crowned King or Queen at the end of three weeks.

The first contestant for ITV's I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! has touched down in Australia, two weeks before the show kicks off. Jockey Frankie Dettori was spotted Down Under after a successful race in the US over the weekend.

With just weeks left to go until the nail biting return of I’m a Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here, show hosts Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly have been getting up close and personal with a few jungle residents ahead of the series launch.The latest jungle inhabitant the Geordie duo were faced with, was a large python, who first met the pair while they filmed a promotional video for the new series. Sharing the clip on Instagram, both Ant and Dec could be seen nervously handling the snake in question with the help of a trained handler, as they both anxiously allowed the reptile to coil around their arms.

James Haskell is reportedly still living at home with his wife, Chloe Madeley, despite them announcing their split. On Saturday, 28 October, the former rugby player, 38, and personal trainer, 36, announced that they decided to call time on their marriage in September.

Nigel Farage is reportedly negotiating a huge deal to participate in I'm A Celebrity, according to TV sources.The 59-year-old former leader of the Brexit Party, who has mentioned previous invitations to the show in the past, is reportedly holding advanced discussions with ITV's show producers.The Sun reports how the potential deal, understood to be valued at up to £1 million, is being arranged through the same talent agency, The Visionary Talent Agency, that represented Georgia Toffolo, the show's winner in 2017. Boy George's appearance on the show last year allegedly earned him £900,000, and it is speculated that Nigel could demand a similar sum.TV producers are confident that signing Nigel will guarantee another successful series, especially following last year's hit season, which featured disgraced former Health Secretary Matt Hancock. In addition to the politician, the show's line-up is so include jockey Frankie Dettori and This Morning's Josie Gibson.

Soap star Nick Pickard, best known for his role as Tony Hutchinson in Hollyoaks, is reportedly in talks to join the new series of ITV's I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here. The return date for the hit jungle show, hosted by Ant McPartlin and Dec Donnelly, has yet to be confirmed but it's expected to be mid-November as usual.

Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly have given fans a first glimpse at the new series of I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here!, as they teased a new five-star "jungle retreat".

After losing his on-screen wife just four months ago, EastEnders actor Jamie Borthwick is diving head-first into another hard-hitting storyline. Lola’s death sparked a lot of hurt around Albert Square but none could compare to the pain that Jay Brown felt after losing his new wife. In recent scenes, Jay has turned to Lola’s lookalike, Nadine (Jazzy Phoenix), for comfort.

Over the years we've watched some of the most memorable moments during the hit TV show Saturday Night Takeaway with our favourite hosts, but who remembers their double acts Little Ant and Dec? The Geordie mini-mes used to be one of the most popular features of the hit ITV show. Now, ITV has decided to bring the characters back as the show gears up to take a break after its upcoming 20th series, which will air in 2024.The channel is on the hunt for two “cheeky little chappies” who may fit the bill.They said: “The search has begun to find a brand new little Ant & Dec, we’re looking for two Geordie lads between 5-7 who are cheeky little chappies.” The original duo first appeared on the show on the second series in 2003, with James Pallister starring as Little Ant McPartlin and Dylan McKenna-Redshaw playing Little Dec Donnelly.

Ant and Dec have won the TV Presenter award at the National Television Awards for the 22nd year in a row, leaving many TV viewers unhappy.The Saturday Night Takeaway presenting duo beat This Morning's Alison Hammond, The Traitors host Claudia Winkleman, The Chase presenter Bradley Walsh and Martin Lewis at the 2023 awards bash, continuing their winning streak. Follow our live NTAs blog here Viewers watching the NTAs at home were left less than impressed by Ant and Dec's win however, with many saying it's "ridiculous" for the pair to win 22 times, and it's time for a new presenter to take home the award. Many TV fans took to social media to express their disappoint, with one person tweeting: "Serious guys ! Can we PLEASE stop voting for Ant & Dec as best presenter cos this is ridiculous.There are much better presenters out there #NTA2023".

Ant and Dec have emotionally dubbed the ending of CITV as the 'end of an era', after it was axed by ITV.The ITV children's channel is coming to an end in September, after 17 years on air - leaving many fans and TV presenters feeling nostalgic. It helped to propel the careers of some of the UK's most high profile presenters, such as Holly Willoughby and Ant and Dec, and was home to some of the biggest children's TV shows, such as Art Attack and Horrid Henry. Ant and Dec shared their sadness on their joint Instagram page, as they re-shared a throwback snap posted by ITV which showed them looking very fresh-faced, next to TV presenter, Cat Deeley.

Byker Grove is making a triumphant comeback 17 years after it last aired in 2006. Two of the beloved CBBC drama's stars, Ant and Dec, revealed in July that production is currently in its early stages – meaning fans should expect the revival some time in 2024.

If there's one thing we know about TV stalwart and gardening expert Alan Titchmarsh, it's that he's game for a laugh, but there are certain activities that are just a step too far - literally! In an exclusive chat with OK! the down-to-earth 74 year old admitted that whilst hit ITV show, Strictly Come Dancing comes knocking most years to try and tempt him into foxtrotting his way across the stage, his body - and wife - have other plans. "Strictly asked me again this year for the sixth time," he admitted.

It seems that whilst a new stint on Celebrity Gogglebox with step-dad Chris Packham, 62, is a fun step into more telly gigs, there’s no chance you’ll catch Megan McCubbin on reality TV anytime soon - especially one in particular.The Springwatch presenter, is an advocate for wildlife and nature and is completely against the ethics of hit ITV show, I’m a Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here.

Hands up if you remember Dick and Dom? They were the British comedy dynamic duo made up of Richard McCourt and Dominic Wood who brightened up every child's morning on telly in the 90s and through the early noughties.They were one of the most popular celeb tag teams, only second to Ant and Dec, with their hit BBC show Dick & Dom In Da Bungalow. But these days and after celebrating 20 years in the business last year, we don't see much of the pair on screen anymore.The pair enjoy living out their lives behind DJ decks as they travel worldwide playing drum and bass sets at festivals including Glastonbury and aboard cruise ships.

After his rise to fame after the quarter finals on the 2005 series of The X Factor, fans of the show have been left wondering whatever happened to Chico. Famed for his number one hit It’s Chico Time, which knocked Madonna’s Sorry off the top spot, the cheeky chap left the spotlight behind when his singing career fizzled out.The 52-year-old, whose real name is Yousseph Slimani, was just 34 when he shot to fame on the ITV talent show alongside other memorable blasts from the past including winner Shayne Ward.The Welsh-born entertainer, who brought up in Morocco until the age of 14, trained as an electrical engineer but fame came calling and he applied for the show which saw his life change overnight.

Follow OK! on Threads here: https://www.threads.net/@ok_mag Former Prime Minister Boris Johnson has reportedly been offered a stint in the jungle on the newest series of ITV’s I’m a Celebrity… Get me Out of Here.The popular show, fronted by Ant and Dec, sees a host of celebrities and public figures venture into the Australian outback where they sleep under the stars and take part in an eclectic mix of gruesome challenges and stunts. Former Health Secretary - and one time colleague of Boris Johnson - infamously took part last year.

Britain's Got Talent winner Viggo Venn has broken his silence after pulling out of a planned appearance on ITV's Lorraine on Tuesday, following him being booed during the final on Sunday night.The Norwegian comedy act said it's "not his fault" that he claimed victory in the popular reality talent competition. In the final, he beat young gymnastic dancer Lillianna Clifton and teenage magician Cillian O'Connor to bag a staggering £250,000 prize.The champion will go on to perform in front of King Charles, and other members of the Royal Family, at the Royal Variety Performance on 30 November.

Britain's Got Talent 2023 finally drew to a dramatic close on Sunday night, as Norwegian entertainer, Viggo Ven, was announced as the winner. Viggo beat dancer Lillianna Clifton, who came second, and Cillian O'Connor, who was third, to be declared the winner of the show, meaning he will perform in front of King Charles, and other members of the Royal Family, at the Royal Variety Performance on November 30 2023.

The Britain's Got Talent judges were visibly left in stitches when Ant McPartlin fell over on stage for the second time this week. Viggo Venn has been announced the winner of this year's talent show and has scooped himself a massive £250,000 prize, as well as securing a slot at the Royal Variety Performance after the glittering final. As he was crowned the champion, he donned a hi-visibility jacket and shouted 'one more time' until the music played and he ran around the stage and out of camera shot.

Britain’s Got Talent 2023 winner Viggo Venn has pulled out of a planned appearance on Lorraine on Tuesday following him being booed during the final on Sunday night. After dancing and waving around his high-vis top to Daft Punk’s One More Time in his final performance, boos could be heard from the crowd as BGT hosts Ant and Dec announced the performer as the winner. Winner Viggo Venn will now go on to perform in front of King Charles, and other members of the Royal family, at the Royal Variety Performance in November.The comedian also won a staggering £250,000.

As the Britain’s Got Talent acts gear up for the grand final tomorrow night, some fans have expressed their discontent with the full finalist line-up. Following the confirmation of those who have made it through, many viewers have been claiming that one act was “robbed” out of a chance to win a spot at the Royal Variety Performance and the grand prize of £250,000. On Friday night, eight more acts took to the stage to perform again, including comedian Tonikaku, whose first audition left the judges in stitches.The comedian - whose act consists of striking ‘naked’ poses - wasn’t a one trick pony, either.

Britain’s Got Talent legend Paul Potts has hit out at new judge Bruno Tonioli for his choice of colourful language, after Bruno turned the airwaves red with his swearing during this weeks semi-finals. Paul, who famously won the very first series of the show as an opera singer back in 2007, took issue with Bruno’s swearing, as he insisted the former Strictly Come Dancing star needed to “ring it in.” The swearing furore first kicked off on Tuesday, when 67 year old Bruno accidentally swore live on air as the judges were watching daredevil Andrew Stanton perform a series of gruesome tasks.

Wednesday night's Britain's Got Talent kicked off with an apology about Tuesday's show, from hosts Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly.The duo brought viewers' attention back to some swearing that happened the previous night, with Ant identifying the guilty party. New judge Bruno Tonioli was mortified as he realised that he had been caught out and as he was exposed, boos could be heard from the live audience. On Tuesday night viewers at home could hear Bruno, 67, appear to say: "F***ing hell" during the second live semi-final of the series.

Britain’s Got Talent viewers were left furious as Bruno Tonioli dropped the f*** bomb while live on air during tonight's show. Eight new semi-finalists took to the stage on Wednesday’s live shows hoping to do enough to make it through to the grand final at the weekend.

Britain’s Got Talent judges seem to be making their own rules this year, as in another show first, an eighth act was given the honour of being awarded the Golden Buzzer. Usually just five acts are given the privilege of having the Golden Buzzer pressed for them, a privilege that means the performance was so good that they are automatically granted a place in the live semi-finals of the show, skipping the boot camp stage and giving them a head start in the competition.

Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly enjoyed a double date with their wives to watch their beloved Newcastle United. The popular presenting duo visited the club’s home ground St James’ Park on Monday night with their other halves, Anne-Marie Corbett and Ali Astall, to see the Magpies in action against Leicester City.