Jason Manford would consider I'm A Celeb if Tiger King's Carole Baskin signs up 👀
Now this would be TV gold!
Last updated 29th Jun 2020
Despite this year's I'm A Celebrity being under review due to the current Coronavirus pandemic, that hasn't stopped the yearly rumour mill going into overdrive, with a number of famous names being mentioned.
As well as the likes of Strictly's AJ Pritchard, Corrie's Beverley Callard and UFC champion Conor McGregor all being rumoured, reports have been rife recently that bosses are going to splash the cash to sign Tiger King star Carole Baskin up for the 2020 series.
If you've seen the bonkers Netflix show, you'll be aware that Carole, who recently obtained her arch-nemesis Joe Exotic's zoo land, would be a massive signing for the ITV show, with the big-cat rights activist being one of the most talked-about TV stars of the last few months.
And it's not only fans of the show getting excited about Carole's potential involvement, comedian and Absolute Radio host Jason Manford has revealed he would also sign up for the popular show if they landed Carole.
Speaking to a caller on his Absolute Radio show, Jason said, "If Carole Baskin ends up in the jungle, I might sign up!"
Check out all of the rumoured celebs for I'm A Celebrity 2020:
Maura Higgins
With the news that Tommy has now pulled out of the show, rumours are rife that his fellow Love Island star Maura Higgins will replace him! Although Maura wasn't included in the cast announcement, reports are suggesting she could be a late arrival.
Reverend Richard Coles
He's no stranger to reality TV having appeared on Strictly Come Dancing back in 2017, but now it sounds like Reverend Richard Coles could be about to swap his dancing shoes for the jungle. According to reports, Richard has signed up for this year's series and will enter as a late arrival.
Ally McCoist
Scottish football legend Ally McCoist was reportedly in 'advanced talks' with bosses to appear on the 2024 series. The pundit has turned down the show twice in the past, and it looks like he's done the same again!
Tom Daley
After winning his fifth Olympic medal during the Paris 2024 Olympics, diver Tom Daley announced his retirement from the sport after the games, and bosses were reportedly keen to sign him up for I'm A Celeb!
Jeremy Clarkson
Following the last ever series of The Grand Tour, rumours were rife that Jeremy Clarkson is in demand with reality TV shows, with I'm A Celeb reportedly top of the list!
Tommy Fury
Following his shock split from Love Island fiancée Molly-Mae Hague in August, bookies were tipping Tommy Fury to sign up for the 2024 series! Ladbrokes said: "Reality TV chiefs will surely be queuing up to snap up Molly-Mae or Tommy following their shock split, and the odds suggest the latter could well be jungle-bound later this year."
However, just weeks before the start date, reports are rife that Tommy has pulled out of the show after getting a better offer for a rematch against KSI.
Mick McCarthy
After departing his managerial position at Blackpool FC last year, Mick McCarthy was being tipped to head into the jungle!
Giovanni Pernice
Following his removal from Strictly Come Dancing, ITV/STV bosses were reportedly keen to sign up Giovanni Pernice for the 2024 series, with Mail Online suggesting they are ready to splash out £100,000 to sign him. However, Giovanni then signed up for the Italian version of Strictly.
Richard Gadd
After shooting to intense fame earlier this year following the release of Netflix's Baby Reindeer, Scottish actor and comedian Richard Gadd was reportedly being lined-up by bosses for the 2024 series of I'm A Celeb.
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.
However, it looks like she won't return this year.
Alex Beresford
Good Morning Britain weather reporter Alex Beresford recently expressed interest in appearing on I'm A Celeb. He told the Mirror: "Out of all the shows I would love to do, I would love to do the jungle."
Alex recently appeared on BBC One's Celebrity Race Across The World.
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, but it looks like 2024 won't be her year either.
The Vivienne
RuPaul's Drag Race UK winner The Vivienne recently admitted she would love to appear on I'm A Celeb during a chat with Lorraine.
She said: "Do you know what, I've never thought about it but what an absolutely amazing opportunity that would be."
Phil Taylor
Ever since he admitted he'd 'love' to appear on the show a number of years ago, darts legend Phil Taylor has been heavily rumoured every year.
Will Mellor
Following his stint on Strictly Come Dancing in 2022, it seems actor Will Mellor has the reality TV bug, as he's admitted to his friend and former co-star Ralf Little he'd fancy appearing on I'm A Celeb. Could 2024 be his year?
Harry Clark
The Traitors series two winner Harry Clark was reportedly being lined-up for the 2024 series. At the beginning of July, Harry appeared on Lorraine where he confessed he'd love to take part! Will we see him in the jungle?
Of course, Jason is no stranger to taking part in popular TV shows. As well appearing on the likes of 8 out of 10 Cats, the 39-year-old dressed up as a hedgehog for ITV show The Masked Singer earlier this year, where he lost out to Girls Aloud singer Nicola Roberts in the final.
Meanwhile, despite bosses not yet confirming if the 2020 series will go ahead due to the current Coronavirus pandemic, it has been reported that they are doing 'everything they can' in order to make the popular show with Ant and Dec happen.