Giovanna Fletcher opens up about reuniting with her children after I'm A Celeb win 💕

She's got three young boys with husband Tom

Author: Emma DoddsPublished 7th Dec 2020

I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here! 2020 came to an end over the weekend, with Giovanna Fletcher being crowned the winner ahead of fellow finalists Vernon Kay and Jordan North. Giovanna became known as 'Mama Gi' inside the castle, as her natural maternal instincts shone through and she supported her campmates emotionally.

We all knew that she was missing her children - especially after missing out on her letter from home, so it's no surprise that she couldn't wait to get home to them! Gi shares sons Buzz, six, Buddy, four, and two-year-old Max with husband Tom Fletcher from the band McFly, who was taking care of her social media profiles whilst she was holed up in Gwrych Castle.

Giovanna has now spoken out about the moment she was reunited with her family, telling Lorraine that the little ones couldn't wait to talk to her about her experience, "They couldn’t wait to talk to me and tell me about it when I got back. They wanted me to watch bits of it and tell them things I’ve done.

"They actually thought that maybe we would all be moving into the castle now that I’m the queen and they are princes. I told them, I’ve had to break it to them that we are not getting the castle, that’s not part of the deal." Aww!

Gi explained that she'd shown Buzz some of the past series in order to prepare him in case she became uncomfortable during a trial, "Buzz suddenly got really scared and said, ‘I don’t want you to do it, I don’t want you to be scared.’ So I made him a promise that if I went in there that he would see me laughing and having a good time the whole way."

She also opened up about why she'd chosen to take part in the show in the first place, "I absolutely love the show. I think every year it comes on the screen and it’s the perfect thing for this time of year anyway.

"I literally went in because I love the show and wanted to have that experience, that’s it. I couldn’t believe it when I got called and asked to go on. I just had to clear it with Tom first and then I was like, absolutely. I just loved every second of it, even the tears.

"It’s such a wonderful experience and those 11 people, so amazing... I literally feel I could phone any of them and they would pick up and they would want to hear what I had to say, and they would want to help if they could or they would just be an ear. It all feels so surreal, I feel like I’ve been on a nice little camping trip with some random friends that I’ve made. Turns out we were making a TV show, who knew!"

Scroll through to see all the winners of I'm A Celebrity:

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.

Giovanna also wrote about her experience in an emotional Instagram post, 'Mumma Gi here and I’m thrilled to say I’m home with my boys and Tom and soaking up all the kisses and cuddles I’ve missed. They’ve been extremely excited to talk to me about all the trials, wear my crown (they think they’re now Princes and that we’re moving into the castle), and then make me watch their new favourite show... @imacelebrity 😂❤️

'Three weeks ago I walked into a Welsh castle and straight into the arms of 11 wonderful humans for what felt like the most uplifting, hilarious and emotional camping trip of all time. Stepping out of your comfort zone can be a scary but amazing thing, and I’m so glad I took on this adventure ❤️ It’s been a whirlwind 24hours and I can’t thank everyone enough for all the support - whether you’ve watched along and laughed (and cried) with us, commented or voted. It’s been a total blast.

'Huge love to @antanddec for being complete and utter legends - even when making me eat a bull’s penis. 🤭🥴I also have to give a shout out to EVERY SINGLE person who works on the show - you helped make this so special. And finally.... @tomfletcher, I love you so much. Thank you for your endless love and support. Big love, your Queen of the Castle. 😂🤭 Xxxx.'

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