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IT’S the announcement that fans of I’m A Celebrity have eagerly anticipated – the start date for the new series has finally been confirmed.
Today, the show teased its dedicated viewers with a festive-themed advertisement.
Ant and Dec have revealed the news that I’m A Celebrity fans have been waiting forCredit: ITV
The comedic duo announced the new series' start date in a Christmas-themed advertCredit: ITV
Ant and Dec have hosted the show since its inceptionCredit: Rex
The Geordie duo is back to host this year's edition, and they have now confirmed the eagerly awaited start date.
The first trailer for the new series was released today, revealing when the latest group of stars will enter the jungle.
In the brief clip, Ant and Dec can be seen wearing matching jumpers adorned with spiders, bugs, and the iconic gold stars.
Ant then declares: “It’s the most wonderful time of the year… and it’s about to get even better with the announcement that the new series of ‘I’m A Celebrity…’ is just weeks away!”
Revealing the show's start date, Dec states: “Yes, it’s time to Ant and Dec(k) the halls and clear your calendars because we’re returning to your screens on November 16!”
“As everyone knows, nothing signifies Christmas like a group of hungry celebrities in the Australian jungle covered in bugs,” jokes Ant.
Dec then adds: “It’s the gift that keeps on giving. You’re welcome!”
Fans only have two weeks left before I’m A Celebrity 2025 premieres on Sunday, November 16.
Meanwhile, the rumored line-up includes a variety of well-known personalities, from actors to television stars.
The Sun exclusively reported that former EastEnders star is set to join, a year after leaving the soap.
A source mentioned at that time: “Jungle producers have been eager to sign up the soap queen for quite some time.
“Shona is a beloved figure from Walford and is extremely popular with TV audiences. She possesses a ton of charisma, and producers believe she will make a fantastic campmate.
“Furthermore, fans haven’t seen much of her outside of Enders, so this will be an opportunity for her to showcase a completely different side of her personality.
“Show producers are already in discussions with some amazing names for the new series.”
Kelly Brook has been linked to this year’s I’m A CelebCredit: Getty
Another prominent name revealed by The Sun is Kelly Brook, with a source stating: “Show producers have been wanting Kelly as a campmate for years and believe she could potentially be their most attractive contestant ever.”
Other individuals rumored to join the show include Nick Ferrari, Vogue Williams, and a legendary figure.
The soap star is understood to be one of .
When speaking to The Sun about this year’s edition, she expressed that it was “flattering” to be invited each year to participate.
Emmerdale legend Lisa Riley is also rumored to be participatingCredit: Getty
However, she downplayed the reports and insisted: “They ask me every year to do it.
“Honestly, who knows? I think I would bring fun and laughter.
“I wouldn’t want to cook if I did go in there as that doesn’t interest me.
“But no, I’m not going; they’ve invited me for seven years now – every single year.”
Lisa further added: “
