I'm A Celeb's Andy Whyment shares adorable family reunion photo after coming second
He broke down over missing his family in the jungle
I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here! 2019 drew to a close last night (Sunday 8th Dec) after the final saw former EastEnders star Jacqueline Jossa going up against Coronation Street legend Andy Whyment.
The pair became incredibly close in the camp, much like all the campmates, and when Jacqueline was announced as the new Queen of the Jungle, Andy had nothing but praise for her.
Andy won over the hearts of the nation during his jungle stint, showing a more vulnerable side as he broke down hearing his letter from home about how much he was missing his family.
But he's now been reunited with his wife Nicola Willis and their two children, Thomas and Hollie. Taking to Instagram, he shared an adorable photo of the family back together, writing, 'Back with the family, what an amazing experience I had in the jungle, I just want to say thank you so much with all my heart for everyone that voted for me you don’t know how much it means to me finishing 2nd, thanks again ❤️❤️❤️ x.'
Fans flocked to the comments to share their adoration for the soap star, who told hosts Ant and Dec how much it meant to him that viewers liked him for himself, rather than just knowing him as his Corrie character, Kirk Sutherland.
Fellow soap stars also wrote in the comments, with Emmerdale's Anthony Quinlan writing, 'You were awesome! Well done mate 👊🏻,' and his on-screen sister Samia Longchambon adding, 'Well done And!! Can’t wait to have you back... you’ve done yourself proud 👑😘👏🏼👏🏼 xxx.'
Tisha Merry also added, 'You did us all so proud Andy! ✨🤗 We loved every minute you were on our screens! #jungleking 🤴🏻.'
Scroll through to see who has won I'm A Celeb through the years...
1. Tony Blackburn
Tony Blackburn was the first celebrity to win the show back in 2002.
2. Phil Tufnell
England cricketer Phil Tufnell won the show with his hilarious personality in 2003.
3. Kerry Katona
Kerry Katona was the first woman to win the show in 2004.
4. Joe Pasquale
Joe Pasquale won the show when it returned later in the year of 2004.
5. Carol Thatcher
Journalist Carol Thatcher won the show in 2005 when she beat soap stars Sheree Murphy and Sid Owen.
6. Matt Willis
Busted member Matt Willis was a popular winner in 2006.
7. Christopher Biggins
Lovable Biggins shared the jungle with the likes of Katie Hopkins and Janice Dickinson and went on to win the show in 2007.
8. Joe Swash
Cheeky chap Joe Swash swapped EastEnders for the jungle and won the show in 2008.
9. Gino D'Acampo
The nation fell in love with Gino in 2009.
10. Stacey Solomon
After showing off her bubbly personality on The X Factor, Stacey Solomon entered the jungle and won the show in 2010.
11. Dougie Poynter
McFly guitarist Dougie Poynter was crowned King of the Jungle ahead of TOWIE's Mark Wright in 2011.
12. Charlie Brooks
EastEnders actress Charlie Brooks couldn't believe it when Ant and Dec announced her as the winner in 2012.
13. Kian Egan
After 22 days in the jungle, Westlife star Kian Egan was crowned the King in 2013.
14. Carl 'Foggy' Fogarty
Retired world super bike racer Carl 'Foggy' Fogarty won over the viewing public in 2014.
15. Vicky Pattison
Vicky Pattison showed a different side to her usual Geordie Shore antics, winning over the public and being crowned Queen of the Jungle.
16. Scarlett Moffatt
Former Gogglebox star Scarlett Moffatt was crowned Queen of the Jungle after winning the show in 2016.
17. Georgia 'Toff' Toffolo
Made In Chelsea star Georgia 'Toff' Toffolo won the show in 2017 after beating Jamie Lomas.
18. Harry Redknapp
Former football manager Harry Redknapp is the current King of the Jungle after beating Emily Atack in 2018.
19. Jacqueline Jossa
Despite the likes of Ian Wright and Caitlyn Jenner signing up for the 2019 series, it was former EastEnders actress Jac Jossa who was crowned Queen of the Jungle, beating Coronation Street's Andy Whyment in the final.
20. Giovanna Fletcher
Podcaster Giovanna Fletcher became the first ever Queen of the Castle in 2020, going up against the likes of Shane Richie, Vernon Kay and Mo Farah!
21. Danny Miller
Emmerdale actor Danny Miller became the first ever KING of the Castle in 2021 after a hectic series. He went up against the likes of David Ginola, Simon Gregson and Frankie Bridge!
22. Jill Scott MBE
Former England footballer Jill Scott MBE topped her amazing year off by being crowned the Queen of the Jungle in November 2022. Jill won the show ahead of Owen Warner and Matt Hancock.
23. Sam Thompson
Radio presenter and TV personality Sam Thompson took the crown in 2023, winning the public's hearts and votes ahead of Tony Bellew and Nigel Farage.
24. Danny Jones
Following the epic Busted vs McFly tour in 2024, the legendary Danny Jones also found time to be crowned the King of The Jungle! Danny won the 24th series, after receiving more votes than his fellow campmate finalists Coleen Rooney and Reverend Richard Coles.