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An iconic comedian who is known for her sharp tongue and wit is now in advanced talks with bosses of I'm A Celebrity Get Me Out of Here, to take part in this year's show. The 72 year old star is used to the great outdoors as it wasn't that long ago she spent ten days on a remote island for her Channel 5 show, Ruby Wax : Cast Away. Speaking to the Sun on Sunday as TV insider said: "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." Another name that appears to be set to head to Australia next month is Kelly Brook . According to reports, after years of turning down offers to join the show, she has finally accepted and bosses are delighted. The source added that bosses believe she could be their "sexiest" contestant throughout the history of the show. Kelly has been on bosses minds for years due to her being "glamorous, witty and a familiar face to ITV audiences."' But this comes after she previously denied speculation of her entering the jungle. In 2018 she told Heart FM listeners: "I can just think of a million things I’d rather do. I’d rather go and work in my local pub. I don’t think I could, I really don’t, because I hate confined spaces." She added: " I don’t want to eat eyeballs or sheep testicles and all the things they have to eat on there. Even if I had a huge tax bill and I had to pay it really urgently, I still wouldn’t do it." In a bid to attract a younger audience to raise viewing figures, rapper Aitch has also been in talks. A source said: “Aitch has a massive following among teenagers and 20-somethings and bosses will be hoping he’ll bring a new generation of fans. " They added: "He’ll make for great viewing as he has a plethora of stories from his time in the music industry. He’s also known for having a sharp wit which will keep his campmates and viewers entertained. Producers want a broad appeal for audiences at home, and he forms part of the bid to have celebrities of all ages taking part." Emmerdale star Lisa Riley and former EastEnders favourite Shona McGarty who played Whitney in the BBC soap are also rumoured to be taking part next month following in the footsteps of a long line of soap stars. Other names that have been thrown into the mix include LBC radio presenter Nick Ferrari. A spokesperson for ITV said: "Any names suggested for I'm A Celebrity...Get Me Out Of Here are just speculation." Like this story? For more of the latest showbiz news and gossip, follow Mirror Celebs on TikTok , Snapchat , Instagram , Twitter , Facebook , YouTube and Threads .
