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The much-awaited new series of I'm A Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here is poised to hit our screens in mere weeks, featuring a brand new lineup of famous faces prepared to tackle the notorious Bushtucker Trials. The celebrities will shortly be heading to Australia, although a launch date for the series is yet to be announced. I'm a Celebrity's social media accounts have shared a video teasing the 2025 series, with the caption "'Tis Nearly the Season," with fans sharing their excitement for the new ITV series. Ant McPartlin and Dec Donnelly are preparing to return as presenters for another series, keenly anticipating the celebrities' arrival in Australia. For the latest TV and showbiz gossip sign up to our newsletter . Whilst we excitedly await the comeback of the beloved ITV programme, let's examine the rumoured contestants, with numerous famous personalities already dropping hints about a possible jungle appearance. So, without further a do, here is the full rumoured list: Emmerdale favourite Lisa Riley, known for portraying Mandy Dingle in the hit ITV drama, is rumoured to be under consideration for this year's Australian jungle experience, with insiders indicating she is in detailed negotiations to take part. A television source revealed to The Sun: "Lisa is the perfect celebrity for the show because not only is she from a soap watched by millions she's one of its biggest characters and it's an ITV show to boot. "She also has a naughty, mischievous sense of humour which is guaranteed to get a big response from her other celebrity campmates during their time in the jungle. Lisa is by no means the first star from Emmerdale to have gone on I'm a Celebrity and those that do always tend to get a great response from viewers at home." Another celebrity reportedly in advanced discussions for the upcoming series is comedian Ruby Wax. The 72 year old, most recognised for her work in Shock Treatment, Girls on Top and Chariots of Fire, is well-versed in stepping outside her comfort zone, having previously endured 10 days on a remote island for Channel 5 filming. The entertainer spent ten days in isolation in Madagascar recording her miniseries - Ruby Wax: Cast Away. Discussing Ruby's potential participation in the ITV programme, an insider revealed: "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." Internet personality Morgan Burtwistle, better known as Angry Ginge commands over three million followers across platforms including Instagram and TikTok. The content creator is amongst the potential candidates being considered for the jungle. He might follow the path of previous influencers like Nella Rose and GK Barry . The 23 year old allegedly caught the attention of ITV executives earlier this year during the annual charity football event Soccer Aid. An insider told The Sun: "ITV bosses always like to have a social media superstar on their cast, especially after GK Barry proved such a success last year. Angry Ginge has bags of personality and was really friendly to everyone at Soccer Aid this year. He made a great impression." Speculation mounted last year that Tommy Fury would be heading into the jungle, though he reportedly turned down the opportunity due to boxing commitments. The former Love Island contestant has admitted his desire to take part in the programme, hinting that 2025 might be his moment. Speaking to the Mirror, the boxer said: "I'm a Celeb is an amazing show and it's something I want to do in the future but at the end of the day I am what I am, I'm a fighter and I've been doing it since I was a kid." Wayne Rooney could be set to follow in his wife Coleen Rooney's footsteps by entering the I'm A Celebrity jungle this year. After Coleen secured second place on the programme, Wayne might be tempted to go one better by claiming victory. Speaking about the possibility on an episode of the Wayne Rooney Show released earlier this month, he said: "I think I would ... I would ... at the right time. I'd struggle with some of the trials, though. Y'know the worst one, y'know where they walk into a room [and] there's like a big ostrich just looking at you." He continued: "I didn't [know I was scared of ostriches] but I'm just picturing them being there." Former Lioness and sports TV presenter, Alex Scott, is reportedly in the mix for the upcoming series. It's believed that Alex is keen to reveal a different aspect of her personality, beyond her familiar role as a football pundit. A source disclosed: "Alex 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. They added: "Alex is game for anything and is a tough cookie so she's ready for anything that gets thrown at her - literally. Alex has also been tipped as one of the favourites to replace Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman on Strictly Come Dancing, following the announcement of their departure from the series. EastEnders stalwart Shona McGarty, famed for her portrayal of Whitney Dean, could be gearing up for a new adventure on I'm A Celeb following her exit from the BBC soap earlier this year. She voiced a wish to "pursue things that are in [her] heart," after departing EastEnders following a 15-year run. Back in May, the Sun hinted that Shona was seriously contemplating a stint in the jungle, which could see her return to our screens. The spouse of TV chef Jamie Oliver, might step into the spotlight after Jamie confessed he would pass on the show. Rumours about Jools joining the show were ignited after Jamie appeared in a livestream with hosts Ant and Dec. "Thanks for the offer, boys. I would love to come on I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here !". "I think it's an amazing show," he shared. Jamie confessed that no amount of olive oil from ITV could tempt him to participate. However, he playfully suggested: "But what I can give you is my wife Jools. She would love to be on the show." Rumours are swirling that boxing sensation Conor Benn is set to join the 2025 cast of the popular ITV programme. "The logistics are a challenge given how close the match is to the start of the jungle, but ITV and Conor are keen to make this happen if they can," an insider disclosed about Conor's potential jungle escapade. Conor is slated to face off against Chris Eubank Jr on Saturday, November 15, in a highly anticipated rematch, with his jungle appearance expected to follow shortly after the bout. The insider further added: "Conor's profile has skyrocketed due to the fierce rivalry between him and Chris Eubank Jr. Clearly, Conor's main priority is the fight. But with his impressive physique, he is also likely to provide the show with this year's male heartthro b.I'm A Celeb bosses believe he'll be a fantastic addition to the camp. One possibility is that he enters as a latecomer." Denise van Outen is another well-known personality rumoured to be venturing into the jungle for the 2025 series. She's no stranger to reality television, having previously participated in Strictly Come Dancing, The Masked Singer and Dancing on Ice. The star hinted at a stint on I'm A Celebrity in a 2021 interview with the Sun, stating she would "do it at some point." She pondered that marking her 50th birthday on the show would be "nice," but despite turning 51 this year, she has yet to make her debut in the camp. Vogue Williams could be trading the runway for creepy crawlies, ten years after her husband Spencer Matthews was ejected from the show. She's being touted as "one of the most glam signings" in recent years. Spencer's jungle adventure was abruptly ended after just three days in 2015, when producers found out he hadn't disclosed his steroid use. "She is really fun and gets on with everyone, so bosses reckon she will be a hit with viewers," an insider revealed. "It has been a hard decision to go on the show, because it will mean so much time away from her kids, but she wants to fight her fears and go for it."
