As the Australian jungle prepares to welcome a new group of celebrities for the 2025 season of ITV’s iconic reality show I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here!, speculation is swirling over who will be braving the Bushtucker Trials, bidding farewell to luxury, and battling their nerves under the watchful eyes of millions. With the show’s return to ITV1 and ITVX this November, anticipation has reached fever pitch, fueled by a steady drip of rumors, teasers, and behind-the-scenes whispers from television insiders.
According to multiple reports published on October 25, 2025, ITV bosses are in advanced talks with an impressive roster of personalities, including former England footballer and current TV presenter Alex Scott, comedy legend Ruby Wax, and a host of other well-known faces from the world of entertainment and media. While the network itself is keeping its cards close to its chest, refusing to confirm or deny any names, the rumored line-up has already set tongues wagging across the UK and beyond.
Alex Scott, who first rose to fame as a Lioness before transitioning into sports broadcasting, is said to be eager to show viewers a different side of her personality. As reported by The Sun, Scott "loves pushing herself out of her comfort zone and where better to do it than the jungle? The public know her as a sportswoman and a serious broadcaster so she thinks she can show people a side to her that they've never seen before. Alex is game for anything and is a tough cookie so she's ready for anything that gets thrown at her - literally."
Scott’s potential participation comes at a time of personal and professional transition. Since joining BBC’s Football Focus in 2021, she has faced criticism—some of it harsh and, by her account, unfair—over a supposed decline in viewing figures after taking over from Dan Walker. One source told The Sun that Scott "felt deeply hurt by the unfair criticism" and "felt like she had been thrown under the bus," adding, "The viewing figures were not as reported and she feels no-one backed her up and issued the correct viewing figures." Despite these challenges, Scott’s star has continued to rise, and her relationship with singer Jess Glynne, which began in 2023, has kept her in the public eye.
But Scott isn’t the only big name reportedly heading into the wild. Comedy actress and interviewer Ruby Wax, aged 72, is also in advanced negotiations to join the show, according to The Sun. Wax, who gained fame on the 1985 ITV sitcom Girls on Top alongside comedy heavyweights like Dawn French and Jennifer Saunders, is seen as a major coup for the series. A source told the paper, "Ruby’s a proper TV legend and adds real gravitas to this year’s line-up. She’s interviewed some of the biggest stars in the world so will have no problem getting to know her fellow campmates. It will make great TV for viewers."
Wax is no stranger to adventure herself, having spent ten days on a remote island for Channel 5’s Ruby Wax: Cast Away in 2023. Her long career as a comic interviewer has seen her grill the likes of Tom Hanks, Pamela Anderson, and Sharon Stone on the BBC’s Ruby Wax Meets… Her presence in the jungle is expected to bring both wit and wisdom, and perhaps a dash of unpredictability as well.
Alongside Scott and Wax, a colorful mix of rumored contestants is emerging. According to TV Zone UK and The Sun, other names in the hat include model and broadcaster Kelly Brook, soap stars Shona McGarty and Lisa Riley, rapper Aitch, YouTube personalities AngryGinge and Morgan Burtwistle, media figure Vogue Williams, and radio host Nick Ferrari. Each brings their own fanbase and backstory, promising a diverse and dynamic camp dynamic.
Kelly Brook, well-known for her work on Loose Women and as a model and DJ, is expected to provide plenty of glamour and perhaps a few surprises. Soap stars Shona McGarty and Lisa Riley, both familiar faces to millions of British viewers, add a dose of homegrown drama to the proceedings. Meanwhile, rapper Aitch, YouTube star Morgan Burtwistle, and media personality Vogue Williams represent the new generation of celebrities who have built their followings online as well as on traditional screens. Rounding out the group is political pundit Nick Ferrari, whose sharp opinions and radio experience could make for some lively campfire debates.
ITV, for its part, is sticking to its tried-and-true policy of silence in the face of speculation. A show spokesman told The Mirror and The Sun, "Any names suggested for I'm A Celebrity...Get Me Out Of Here are just speculation," while another ITV spokesman added, "We do not comment on speculation about I’m A Celebrity contestants." This refusal to confirm or deny only adds to the intrigue, as fans and media alike try to piece together the final cast list from leaks and hints.
What is certain, however, is that the format remains as grueling and compelling as ever. BAFTA Award-winning hosts Ant & Dec are set to return, presenting the show live every night and guiding viewers through all the drama, mishaps, and triumphs. Contestants will spend up to three weeks in the Australian jungle, cut off from the outside world, surviving on a diet of rice and beans, and facing the dreaded Bushtucker Trials—challenges designed to test their courage and endurance, with the public voting on who must take part.
Fans of the franchise also have more to look forward to, with I'm A Celebrity South Africa slated to return in 2026 for a second all-star series. According to TV Zone UK, that edition will feature a roster of reality legends, including David Haye, Gemma Collins, Mo Farah, and others, promising yet another round of high-stakes entertainment in a different setting.
For now, all eyes are on November 2025 and the Australian jungle. With a rumored line-up that mixes sporting legends, comedy royalty, reality TV stalwarts, and digital influencers, the stage is set for a season packed with surprises, camaraderie, and perhaps a few fireworks. Whether Alex Scott and Ruby Wax will indeed trade the comforts of home for camp beds and creepy-crawlies remains unconfirmed, but if the rumors hold true, viewers are in for a treat when I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here! returns to ITV1 and ITVX this autumn.
