Holly Willoughby and Dec Donnelly given 'warning' by I'm A Celebrity bosses
The new series begins on Sunday 18th November
Published 12th Nov 2018
I'm A Celebrity 2018 hosts Holly Willoughby and Dec Donnelly are reportedly set to be warned by ITV bosses about the dangers of swimming in the sea following a series of deadly shark attacks off the Queensland coast.
According to The Mirror, there has been an increase in the number of lethal shark attacks in recent months, with five serious attacks and one fatality in the stretch of coast since September.
"ITV take the health and safety of their cast and crew very seriously so they will pass on the warnings being issued in Australia to everyone including Dec and Holly," a source told the publication.
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heat Radio DJ and Made In Chelsea star Jamie Laing is reportedly keen to join the show after his friend Georgia 'Toff' Toffolo's success last year. Toff was crowned Queen of the Jungle after impressing the public with her hilarious personality.
Holly Willoughby and Dec Donnelly given 'warning' by I'm A Celebrity bosses
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Jamie Laing
heat Radio DJ and Made In Chelsea star Jamie Laing is reportedly keen to join the show after his friend Georgia 'Toff' Toffolo's success last year. Toff was crowned Queen of the Jungle after impressing the public with her hilarious personality.
Danny Dyer
After his daughter's success on this year's Love Island, EastEnders actor Danny Dyer is hotly tipped to appear in the jungle. Danny recently admitted he loves reality TV, so could we see another Dyer on our screens this year?
Aaron Chalmers
Former Geordie Shore star Aaron Chalmers has admitted he won't be returning to the MTV show after following his dream of MMA fighting, but could he be heading into the jungle?
Lucy Fallon
Coronation Street actress Lucy Fallon (AKA Bethany Platt) has recently said she'd love to do the show as a 'challenge'. She said, "I think I'd be good at the jungle. I like to challenge myself and that's the most challenging show you can do."
Kieran Hayler
After all of his drama with Katie Price, bosses are reportedly VERY keen to sign up Kieran Hayler for the 2018 series.
Rosie Marcel
Holby City actress Rosie Marcel got tongues wagging when she confessed she'd already had a few meetings with I'm A Celebrity bosses.
Speaking on Loose Women, Rosie said, "I've had a couple of meetings. I have spoken to them, it is something I would love to do actually. I think for me it would be an amazing challenge."
Olivia Attwood
Olivia Attwood hasn't been out of the spotlight since appearing on Love Island in 2017. Not only did she land her own show with her ex-boyfriend Chris Hughes, Olivia on the new series of Celebs Go Dating.
But with that show due to end before November, could Olivia be heading into the jungle as well?
Brendan Cole
After being dropped from Strictly Come Dancing despite appearing on the show for 13 years, Brendan Cole has some spare time on his hands.
He told the Daily Star, "I have never had from July 31 until Christmas off. I have never been able to take on any other responsibilities, not even the odd corporate job because your time is devoted to Strictly.
"Now that time is all of a sudden free, all of the things I wanted to do is now available."
Catherine Tyldesley
Former Coronation Street actress Catherine Tyldesley started rumours when she admitted she'd like to spend more time in Australia so she could visit her family.
After shutting down reports that she was set to appear on Strictly Come Dancing, could we see Catherine heading Down Under?
Kate Garraway
Good Morning Britain presenter Kate Garraway has reportedly been approached by I'm A Celebrity bosses, with reports suggesting she could get £150,000 to appear.
Nigel Farage
He's been rumoured for the last few years, even turning down a reported £1 million in 2016 - so will bosses be able to convince Nigel Farage this year?
Nick Knowles
DIY SOS presenter Nick Knowles revealed in an interview on Lorraine that he'd "never say never," adding, "Do you know what? I think it would be quite fun to do because of all the trials, I quite fancy having a go at that. I get asked every year and I've always said I wouldn't do it but who knows?"
Harry Redknapp
Football manager Harry Redknapp fueled rumours he was heading into the jungle earlier this month when he told his radio co-stars "I'm not allowed to say!" when asked the question.
He then added, "Anything could happen between now and then. I wouldn't like to bet one way or the other."
Anne Hegerty
The Chase star Anne Hegerty is a firm favourite for the 2018 series!
Jamie Laing
heat Radio DJ and Made In Chelsea star Jamie Laing is reportedly keen to join the show after his friend Georgia 'Toff' Toffolo's success last year. Toff was crowned Queen of the Jungle after impressing the public with her hilarious personality.
Danny Dyer
After his daughter's success on this year's Love Island, EastEnders actor Danny Dyer is hotly tipped to appear in the jungle. Danny recently admitted he loves reality TV, so could we see another Dyer on our screens this year?
Aaron Chalmers
Former Geordie Shore star Aaron Chalmers has admitted he won't be returning to the MTV show after following his dream of MMA fighting, but could he be heading into the jungle?
Lucy Fallon
Coronation Street actress Lucy Fallon (AKA Bethany Platt) has recently said she'd love to do the show as a 'challenge'. She said, "I think I'd be good at the jungle. I like to challenge myself and that's the most challenging show you can do."
Kieran Hayler
After all of his drama with Katie Price, bosses are reportedly VERY keen to sign up Kieran Hayler for the 2018 series.
Rosie Marcel
Holby City actress Rosie Marcel got tongues wagging when she confessed she'd already had a few meetings with I'm A Celebrity bosses.
Speaking on Loose Women, Rosie said, "I've had a couple of meetings. I have spoken to them, it is something I would love to do actually. I think for me it would be an amazing challenge."
Olivia Attwood
Olivia Attwood hasn't been out of the spotlight since appearing on Love Island in 2017. Not only did she land her own show with her ex-boyfriend Chris Hughes, Olivia on the new series of Celebs Go Dating.
But with that show due to end before November, could Olivia be heading into the jungle as well?
Brendan Cole
After being dropped from Strictly Come Dancing despite appearing on the show for 13 years, Brendan Cole has some spare time on his hands.
He told the Daily Star, "I have never had from July 31 until Christmas off. I have never been able to take on any other responsibilities, not even the odd corporate job because your time is devoted to Strictly.
"Now that time is all of a sudden free, all of the things I wanted to do is now available."
Catherine Tyldesley
Former Coronation Street actress Catherine Tyldesley started rumours when she admitted she'd like to spend more time in Australia so she could visit her family.
After shutting down reports that she was set to appear on Strictly Come Dancing, could we see Catherine heading Down Under?
Kate Garraway
Good Morning Britain presenter Kate Garraway has reportedly been approached by I'm A Celebrity bosses, with reports suggesting she could get £150,000 to appear.
Nigel Farage
He's been rumoured for the last few years, even turning down a reported £1 million in 2016 - so will bosses be able to convince Nigel Farage this year?
Nick Knowles
DIY SOS presenter Nick Knowles revealed in an interview on Lorraine that he'd "never say never," adding, "Do you know what? I think it would be quite fun to do because of all the trials, I quite fancy having a go at that. I get asked every year and I've always said I wouldn't do it but who knows?"
Harry Redknapp
Football manager Harry Redknapp fueled rumours he was heading into the jungle earlier this month when he told his radio co-stars "I'm not allowed to say!" when asked the question.
He then added, "Anything could happen between now and then. I wouldn't like to bet one way or the other."
Anne Hegerty
The Chase star Anne Hegerty is a firm favourite for the 2018 series!
Despite the high alerts, the source insists Holly and Dec will still be able to enjoy the coast and beaches, adding, “Of course it doesn't mean you have to avoid the beaches completely but you need to be more mindful than normal.”
This comes as Holly revealed she's 'scared' of stepping into former host Ant McPartlin's I'm A Celebrity shoes.
Speaking to a national newspaper, Holly explained, “It is scary. I’ve always loved the show as a viewer and that comes with a responsibility. I want to go in and the audience to really enjoy it."
Holly also revealed she's taking her children, Harry, nine, Belle, seven, and Chester, four, out of school to join her in Australia for a month while she hosts I'm A Celebrity.
The brand new series of I'm A Celebrity begins on ITV on Sunday 18th November.
