England Lioness hero Jill Scott lands in Australia for I'm A Celeb

She retired from football earlier this year

Author: Alex RossPublished 27th Oct 2022

Now that the first trailer has been revealed and the start date has been confirmed, rumours are going into overdrive about which celebrities will be taking part in the 2022 series of I'm A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here.

As well as hosts Ant and Dec landing in Australia ahead of the new series, which kicks off on Sunday 6th November, a number of high profile stars have also been photographed at Brisbane airport, including Corrie actress Sue Cleaver, Chris Moyles, and Love Island star Olivia Attwood.

And the latest celeb to arrive is England footballer Jill Scott MBE, who was part of the heroic squad who won the Women's Euros in the Summer.

Following the long flight from the UK, Jill was photographed wearing casual attire as she landed, to begin her week-long quarantine in a hotel before the series begins.

35-year-old Jill, who was awarded an MBE in the Queen's 2020 New Year Honours list in recognition of her service to women's football, announced her retirement from the sport earlier this year, following England's historic victory.

After becoming England's second-most capped international footballer (both men and women), Jill told fans: 'Right, we’re not crying. I promised myself. I’m retiring from football.

'And I’m leaving with a gold medal swinging from my neck.' (sic)

During her extensive career, Jill has played for clubs like Sunderland, Everton and Manchester City, as well as representing England at different age levels.

Following her retirement from the game, Jill has appeared on a number of commentary teams, as well as owning her own coffee shop called Boxx2Boxx coffee in Manchester.

Jill is the fifth celebrity to be spotted at Brisbane airport in the last few days. Corrie actress Sue Cleaver, radio DJ Chris Moyles, Hollyoaks star Owen Warner, and Love Island's Olivia Attwood have also landed.

Check out the full rumoured I'm A Celeb 2022 line-up:

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?

At the time of writing, ITV are yet to confirm any names for the 2022 series.

However, bosses did confirm that the brand new series will begin at 9pm on Sunday 6th November, two weeks earlier than usual due to the Qatar World Cup.

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