ITV has released a first-look promo for the latest series of I’m A Celebrity… South Africa. Set to air in 2026, the All Stars version will be “a lot harder” than usual, according to dynamic duo Ant and Dec.
“We’re looking for a legend. You’ve survived the Australian jungle, how much harder can this be?” quipped Declan Donnelly. “Well, quite a lot harder actually. Quite a lot harder…” added Ant McPartlin.
Ahead of the show’s return, ITV teased: “Campmates have already proved that they can survive the Australian jungle, but this is I’m A Celebrity… on a whole new level, it’s where legends are made.
“The trials are tougher than ever and the stakes couldn’t be higher. With relentless twists and turns, the campmates will never know what’s coming next. They will be faced with challenges at every turn, quickly learning that with big decisions come even bigger consequences…”
Next year’s line up of celebrity contestants has yet to be revealed, however, ITV has confirmed that season two will include a brand new twist, with viewers able to decide the winner by voting in a live grand finale held in London.
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“The campmates really brought their A-game to the first series so we can’t wait to be back for more trials, challenges and surprises amongst the beautiful South African landscape,” explained McPartlin.
“Having a live final is an exciting addition to the new series with the viewers choosing their IaC Legend and we’ve heard some of the new trials are truly epic, even by I’m a Celeb… standards!” noted Donnelly.
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It was back in 2023 that season one of I’m A Celebrity… South Africa first aired. Taking the crown, model and presenter Mylene Klass became the first-ever All Star winner, and took home the grand prize of £100,000, which she donated to Save the Children.
Also in the series, fans watched as Amir Khan, Jordan Banjo, Helen Flanagan, Carol Vorderman, Paul Burrell, Phil Tufnell, Shaun Ryder, Gillian McKeith, Georgia Toffolo, Andy Whyment, Fatima Whitbread, Janice Dickinson, Joe Swash and Dean Gaffney competed for the title of I’m A Celebrity Legend.
I’m a Celebrity… South Africa will air on ITV1, ITVX, STV & STV Player in 2026.
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Megan is a freelance news reporter for Digital Spy.
