Boris Johnson 'held talks' to appear on I'm A Celeb
After Matt Hancock's stint
With I'm A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here returning to our screens in a number of months, rumours are heating up as to which famous faces will be flying over to the Australian jungle with hosts Ant and Dec.
Following Matt Hancock's controversial stint on the show last year, reports have been suggesting former Prime Minister Boris Johnson 'held talks' with ITV bosses to appear this year, negotiating a large fee.
However, a source has now told The Mirror: "He’s not looking likely. The truth is he doesn’t need the cash as much as he did before, thanks to his income from speeches and, of course, he still thinks he’s going to stage some sort of political comeback at some stage.”
Boris isn't the only former Prime Minister rumoured for the hit series. Following her 44 day stint in office in 2022, Liz Truss is reportedly heading to the jungle.
According to OLBG, Liz is currently sitting at 25/1 to appear on the show, with a source saying: "Liz Truss is a new entrant in the betting market to appear on this year's I'm A Celebrity with Matt Hancock's appearance on the show possibly giving inspiration to other Politicians!"
Check out which celebs are rumoured for I'm A Celeb 2023:
Su-Elise Nash
Mis-Teeq singer Su-Elise Nash is reportedly set to follow in the footsteps of her band mate Sabrina Washington, who appeared in 2009. A source said: "Su was incredibly supportive of Sabrina's jungle experience and now she could get her own shot. There have been early talks for her to be considered. The reunion has reminded everyone just how much love there still is for Mis-Teeq."
Jeremy Clarkson
Thanks to the success of Clarkson's Farm, rumours were rife that Jeremy Clarkson is in demand with reality TV shows, with I'm A Celeb reportedly top of the list!
Jools Oliver
When hosts Ant and Dec invited TV chef Jamie Oliver to appear on the show, he quickly declined, saying: "Thanks for the offer boys, I would love to come on I'm A Celeb. "I think it's an amazing show, but honestly, you couldn't give me enough olive oil in the world to make me eat a witchetty grub or a kangaroo's a--e, no way."
However, he did nominate his wife Jools, adding: "But what I can give you is my wife Jools, she would love to be on the show. Go on Jools."
Nick Ferrari
Reports suggested bosses were determined to get TV and Radio host Nick Ferrari on the line-up in 2025, but he didn't appear. Maybe they'll go back with a new offer in 2026.
Olivia Attwood
As fans will know, reality star Olivia Attwood was forced to quit the 2022 series due to medical reasons, leaving her gutted. Olivia later hinted she could return for the 2023 series, admitting she'd had chats with bosses during an appearance on Loose Women.
Although she's in demand right now and very busy with radio and TV jobs, we have to admit we'd love to see Liv back in the jungle at some point!
Danny Dyer
Since Danny Dyer left his iconic role as Queen Vic landlord Mick Carter on EastEnders last year, he's been heavily rumoured for I'm A Celeb.
Of course, his family are no strangers to reality TV, with Danny's daughter Dani winning Love Island back in 2018.
Denise van Outen
The lovely Denise van Outen is no stranger to reality shows, having appeared on the likes of Strictly Come Dancing and Celebrity Gogglebox in recent years. Denise has previously admitted she turned down the offer in 2021, so could she appear in 2026?
After a successful series last year, which saw Jill Scott MBE crowned the Queen of the Jungle, Ant and Dec headed to South Africa to host a spin-off show featuring old camp mates, including Jordan Banjo, Amir Khan, Helen Flanagan and Carol Vorderman.
I'm A Celeb will air later in 2023.
Now read:
Former PM Liz Truss tipped for I'm A Celeb
Ed Sheeran says he 'likes the idea' of I'm a Celeb
All of the rumoured celebs set to be taking part in I'm A Celeb 2023