It's nearly time for a new set of unlucky celebs to head into the jungle as we gear up for a new season of I'm a Celebrity!

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A recent Christmas teaser for the upcoming series was released by ITV, featuring all the creepy crawlies our famous faces will become accustomed to

Naturally, that has sparked plenty of speculation as to which celebs might be joining the I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! 2025 line-up.

And the rumoured celebs come from all over the entertainment industry, with soap legends, a Love Island star and even a BRIT award-winning rapper all rumoured to feature in this year's series.

They'll have a tough job on their hands to compete with last year's stars, including Coleen Rooney, GK Barry, Oti Mabuse, Tulisa and Reverend Richard Coles.

But if you're curious who could be making their way into the jungle this year, we've put together a list of everyone who could be starring in the line-up for I'm a Celebrity 2025.

I'm a Celebrity 2025 line-up rumours: Who could potentially star?

  • Ruby Wax
  • Conor Benn
  • Shona McGarty
  • Nick Ferrari
  • Vogue Williams
  • Aitch
  • Lisa Riley
  • Gemma Collins
  • Patsy Palmer
  • Jack Grealish
  • Jools Oliver

Ruby Wax

EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND - AUGUST 24: Ruby Wax attends the Edinburgh International Book Festival on August 24, 2016 in Edinburgh, Scotland. The Edinburgh International Book Festival is one of the most important annual literary events, and takes place in the city which became a UNESCO City of Literature in 2004. (Photo by Awakening/Getty Images)Getty, TL
Ruby Wax.

Age: 72

Job: Actress and Comedian

Instragram: @rubywax

Ruby Wax is a comedy legend who shot to fame in the '90s thanks to her popular chat shows. She was also a script editor on the popular BBC sitcom Absolutely Fabulous.

A source told The Sun that Ruby will make great TV for viewers.

Conor Benn

Conor Benn looking ahead, with his body slightly turned to the side.
Conor Benn. Channel 4

Age: 29

Job: Boxer

Instagram: @conorbennofficial

Conor Benn is a boxer and the son of former world champion fighter Nigel Benn, who appeared on the first series of the ITV jungle survival show back in 2002.

Now, it looks like Conor could be following in his dad’s footsteps, with the star reportedly in talks to appear on this year’s series.

Conor is set to fight Chris Eubank Jr for a rematch on 19th November just weeks before the Australia-based programme kicks off in the second half of the month.

Shona McGarty

Shona McGarty wearing a sparkly blue dress, posing with her hands on her hips looking ahead.
Shona McGarty at the British Soap Awards in 2023. Mike Marsland/WireImage

Age: 34

Job: Actress

Instagram: @shonabmx

Shona McGarty is an actress best known for her portrayal of Whitney Dean on EastEnders. She left the role last year, and has done a string of theatre work since.

A source told The Sun that bosses have been keen to sign McGarty up for a long time.

Nick Ferrari

Nick Ferrari.
Nick Ferrari. Cat Morley/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images

Age: 66

Job: Radio host

Nick Ferrari is a radio host and broadcaster, best known for his breakfast show on LBC.

He is amongst the rumoured names taking part in I'm a Celebrity, with a source noting to The Sun that producers are "determined" to sign Ferrari on to the show.

Vogue Williams

Vogue Williams stood smiling ahead, posing for a photo.
Vogue Williams. Joe Maher/Getty Images for the NTA's

Age: 40

Job: TV presenter

Instagram: @voguewilliams

Vogue Williams is a TV presenter and personality, who has appeared in the likes of Dancing with the Stars and Bear Grylls: Mission Survive. She is also married to Spencer Matthews.

A TV insider told The Sun: "She is really fun and gets on with everyone, so bosses reckon she will be a hit with viewers."

Aitch

Aitch performing on stage, wearing a red t-shirt and a cap.
Aitch. Joseph Okpako/WireImage

Age: 25

Job: Rapper

Instagram: @aitch

Aitch, real name Harrison James Armstrong, is a rapper who rose to fame in 2018. He released his debut studio album in 2022, which reached number two on the UK Albums Chart and has since released 20 Top 10 singles in the UK.

A source has claimed "producers want a broad appeal for audiences at home", noting to The Sun that Aitch is "known for having a sharp wit which will keep his campmates and viewers entertained".

Lisa Riley

Lisa Riley smiling ahead, wearing a dark blue dress.
Lisa Riley. Lia Toby/Getty Images

Age: 49

Job: Actress

Instagram: @lisajaneriley

Lisa Riley is an actress and comedian, best known for her role as Mandy Dingle on Emmerdale.

When asked if rumours of her taking part on I'm a Celeb were true, Lisa Riley told Betway: "Well, maybe it's the year when I really need to think about going in. I don’t know! But listen, they ask me every year – the carrot is always dangled.

"So, I’m not going to say yes or no, but all I can say is, maybe it is something I should think about doing after seeing all of the love for me going in or for potentially doing it is unbelievable. Maybe it’s something I should really think about in the future, and apparently, I would be the favourite to win it, or so they say."

Gemma Collins

Gemma Collins wearing a pink dress and gloves, smiling ahead while doing the peace sign.
Gemma Collins. Dave Benett/Getty Images for Warner Bro

Gemma Collins may not have lasted very long during her first stint on I'm a Celebrity, but the reality star is currently said to be in talks for an All Stars version of the series.

"She hated it first time round but knows it would be TV gold for her fans if she gave it another go," a source told The Sun.

Patsy Palmer

Patsy Palmer wearing a blue dress, smiling ahead.
Patsy Palmer. Karwai Tang/WireImage

Age: 52

Job: Actress and DJ

Instagram: @patsypalmerofficial

Patsy Palmer is an actress and DJ, best known for her role as Bianca Jackson in EastEnders. The actress left the soap in 2014, but over the years has reprised her role for short stints.

She recently bowed out from the soap again as part of Natalie Cassidy's exit as Sonia Fowler.

Outside of her acting career, Palmer has been DJing since 2012 and has been living in the United States since 2014. Earlier this year, the actress took part in Celebrity Big Brother, so her partaking in I'm a Celebrity may be less than likely now.

Prior to her appearing on Big Brother, Palmer had 2/1 odds to star in this year's I'm a Celebrity.

Jack Grealish

Jack Grealish.
Jack Grealish. MI News/NurPhoto via Getty Images

Age: 29

Job: Footballer

Instagram: @jackgrealish

Jack Grealish is a professional footballer who currently plays for Manchester City and the England national team. Previously to his Manchester move, Grealish played for Aston Villa, a team he had played for since he was six years old.

Now this is one is pretty unlikely with Grealish's busy schedule at Manchester City, but he did previously admit he would love to appear on the show.

Sending a video to hosts Ant & Dec last year, Grealish said: "Hey guys, Jack here. I've heard that a few of you guys want to see me in the jungle. I can't lie to you this is something that I'd absolutely love to do.

"It's a show that I've watched since I was little and it's a show that I love. I don’t know how I’d get on in there and I don’t think I’d be the best, to be honest, but I'd give it a go."

Jools Oliver

Jools and Jamie Oliver smiling with their heads rested against one another.
Jools and Jamie Oliver. Stuart C. Wilson/Getty Images for Disney

Age: 50

Job: Designer

Instagram: @joolsoliver

Jools Oliver is a designer and owns the lifestyle brand Little Bird.

While rumours linking Jamie Oliver to the series crop up from time to time, he put them to bed while suggesting his wife could take part instead.

"I think it's an amazing show, but honestly you couldn't give me enough olive oil in the world to make me eat a witchetty grub or a kangaroo's a**e, no way," the celebrity chef told hosts Ant & Dec on Instagram Live.

"But what I can give you is my wife Jools, she would love to be on the show. Go on Jools."

Dec joked: "Jools Oliver, first booking for 2025. Thanks, Jools, see you in Australia."

I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! returns to ITV later this year.

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Katelyn MensahSenior Entertainment Writer

Katelyn Mensah is the Senior Entertainment Writer for Radio Times, covering all major entertainment programmes, reality TV shows and the latest hard-hitting documentaries. She previously worked at The Tab, with a focus on reality TV and showbiz news and has obtained a BA (Hons) in Journalism.

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