Start date revealed for I'm A Celeb 2023

The hit show is back with Ant and Dec!

Author: Alex RossPublished 6th Nov 2023
Last updated 6th Nov 2023

It's been a staple of British TV since the first series way back in 2002, so fans will be pleased to know that popular entertainment show I'm A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here is returning in the coming weeks!

The show, hosted by Geordie duo Ant and Dec, will air on ITV/STV as a whole host of brave celebrities enter the now famous Australian jungle, in an attempt to become the next King or Queen of the Jungle.

When does I'm A Celeb start?

Bosses have now confirmed the 2023 series will begin on Sunday 19th November, with a 105 minute episode!

Ant and Dec confirmed the news in a video, with the caption saying: 'Not quite live from the jungle yet 🤣 But they will be very soon! I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here! Starts Sunday 19th November at 9pm on ITV1 and @itvxofficial 🌴🥾'. (sic)

Which celebs are on I'm A Celeb this year?

Nothing has been confirmed which celebrities will be entering the jungle this year, but as always, there's plenty of rumours!

Check out all of the rumoured celebs below:

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?

Following a two year stint in Wales, I'm A Celeb returned to Australia for last year's series, with celebs such as Owen Warner, Matt Hancock, Boy George, Mike Tindall MBE, and Sue Cleaver all taking part.

After three amazing weeks, the series ended on Sunday 27th November, with former Lioness Jill Scott MBE being crowned the winner with a huge 57.66% of the final vote.

In a show first, I'm A Celeb aired an additional series between April and May this year, called I'm A Celeb: South Africa. Although the show wasn't live, it featured some of the most iconic contestants from the last 22 years, with Myleene Klass being crowned the first ever I'm A Celeb Legend.

I'm A Celeb will begin on ITV and STV on Sunday 19th November.

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