It’s been one of the most talked-about rumours in UK TV this autumn: the upcoming season of I’m A Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here! 2025 is shaping up with a line-up that already has viewers excited — and alarmed. While the full cast hasn’t yet been officially confirmed, entertainment outlets are buzzing with possible names and what this season could bring. Radio Times+2HELLO!+2
What we know so far
According to reports:
Veteran comedian and mental-health campaigner Ruby Wax (age 72) is in advanced talks to join, bringing real gravitas to the jungle camp. thescottishsun.co.uk+1
Model-presenter Vogue Williams is linked to the show — her presence would add a blend of glamour and grit, coming after survival experience on other shows. HELLO!
Radio and TV personality Nick Ferrari is said to be on the producers’ wish-list — his outspoken style could stir plenty of tension in camp. Radio Times
Actress and former soap star Shona McGarty is rumoured to be signed up, after leaving her long-running BBC role. The Sun+1
Rapper Aitch (Harrison James Armstrong) also appears on the list — his youth and entertainment value could shake up dynamics. Radio Times
What to expect — and why some fans are worried
The producers seem to be going for a diverse, unpredictable mix — older legends (Ruby Wax), reality-TV veterans, younger icons, traditional celebrities and outsiders. That’s exciting, but also raises questions:
Tolerance for the jungle: Some names are seasoned TV stars but not wilderness veterans. Will they handle the physical, mental challenges?
Authenticity vs. spectacle: With big names and strong personalities, there’s a risk the show becomes more about brand/image than genuine survival.
Tension overload: A cast filled with outspoken figures may make for great headlines, but can it make for respectful, engaging television rather than chaotic drama?
Why this season matters
This series could mark a turning point for the franchise:
After years of predictable formats, the rumoured line-up suggests a renewed focus on shock value and celebrity reinvention.
Viewership is tougher to win than ever (streaming, social media), so producers may be leaning into controversy and personality-driven stories.
For the celebrities involved, the jungle offers a chance at career revival, image makeover, or just raw exposure — and that makes the motivations layered.
Watch-points
As the show approaches, here are the angles to keep eyes on:
Which names are officially confirmed vs. still rumoured — authenticity matters.
How the cast gel together once in camp — the chemistry (good or bad) could make or break the season.
How survival challenges are adapted — will the physical/mental bar shift higher?
The public reaction — early fans online may start to critique casting choices, payoffs, realism.
In short: the rumoured line-up for I’m A Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here! 2025 is bold, potentially controversial — and definitely not for the faint-hearted. Whether it’ll deliver or implode remains to be seen, but one thing’s for certain: the jungle may never have looked this glamorous… or this brutal.