I'm A Celeb's Alex Scott reveals she's leaving Australia early to be with Jess Glynne
Jess’ mum suffered a major stroke a few weeks ago
Last updated 1st Dec 2025
Former footballer Alex Scott MBE was the first celeb to be voted off this year's I'm A Celebrity...Get Me Out Of Here! jungle, and now she's revealed she's on her way back to the UK to support her partner Jess Glynne.
As viewers will know, the eliminated celebs usually stay out in Australia in a luxury hotel until the series concludes, but after Jess' mum suffered a major stroke which required brain surgery, Alex has made the decision to come home early.
Shortly after Friday night's eviction, Jess took to her Instagram page to express her pride in her girlfriend, revealing the reason she wasn't at the end of the bridge to meet Alex.
She wrote: 'My woman might be out far earlier than she ever deserved, but I'm so unbelievably proud of her. She didn't get the airtime to show how incredible she really is and trust me, this is only the beginning.
'I know people will wonder why I wasn't there at the end of the bridge, so I wanted to share something personal. Over the last few weeks my mum suffered a major stroke and needed urgent brain surgery. It's been a really serious, life-altering time for my family, and I've had to stay close to home.
'Alex would always want me to be where I'm needed most. I can't wait to have her back by my side'. (sic)
Speaking on spin-off show I'm A Celeb: Unpacked, Alex said: “It’s been a hard couple of months. Obviously it’s such an opportunity to even be asked to come on the show.
“Jess was the first one… she was like, ‘I want you to go on the show and do it for my mum’. I knew there would be a chance she wouldn’t be at the end of the bridge.
“Straight away, when I walked over, I knew then things had got worse. I want to be here for the wrap party, but I have to get home straight away.
“She’s my Jessica, and I’m going home to be her rock, because she’s been my cheerleader all through this.
“My campmates knew what I was going through.
“I just thank everyone at ITV and my campmates because they’ve all shown me so much support.”
On Sunday 30th November, Alex updated fans once more, thanking ITV for their support throughout.
She wrote: 'The jungle was the most incredible special experience I will never forget!! Thank you to my wonderful camp mates who supported me everyday & saw the real me, not an edited version.
'Thank you to ITV for even getting me through this process and getting me back to Jessica to be by her side during what is a difficult time. We have both seen all the love and support and it means the world.
'The universe spoke and its getting me home asap and I couldn't be more grateful for that'. (sic)
I'm A Celeb continues every night at 9pm on ITV/STV, with the final taking place on Sunday 7th December.
Check out all of the former I'm A Celeb winners below:
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.
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