I'm a Celebrity will STILL go ahead despite Wales lockdown starting on Friday
It's been confirmed
Last updated 21st Oct 2020
As the Coronavirus Pandemic continues across the world, there has been a lot of talk over if shows such as Strictly Come Dancing and I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here will make a comeback this year.
However, it seems that TV bosses have managed to make things work with Strictly launching last weekend, and I'm a Celebrity due to start in the coming weeks.
Although there have been a lot of changes to the show, namely moving it from the Australian jungle to a castle in Wales, the location of this year's show has now confirmed I'm a Celeb will STILL take place, despite the new lockdown starting in Wales this Friday (23rd October).
Taking to Twitter in both English and Welsh, Gwrych Castle said, 'Following the announcement today from the First Minister, the overriding message is that filming CAN continue in Wales providing related activity cannot be undertaken from home, and there is full compliance with Welsh law. We cannot wait to see I’m A Celebrity on our screens!'
ITV have also issued a short statement saying, "I'm a Celebrity continues to adhere to all relevant guidelines as well as our own strict COVID protocols."
Confirmation that the show will still take place comes in the same week the popular reality TV show announced a new spin-off called I'm A Celebrity... The Daily Drop which will give fans extra content from the 2020 series of the show, including action from the camp, lively debates and all of the latest gossip.
Check out the I'm A Celeb 2020 rumoured line-up:
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 ÂSabrina'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?
I'm A Celebrity... The Daily Drop will be available to watch on ITV Hub, with a brand new episode dropping every morning at 7am.