He’ll be heading into the jungle
With I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here! starting this Sunday 19th November, we have some very exciting news here at Hits Radio, as our very own presenter Sam Thompson will be heading into the jungle!
We’re just days away from the launch show, where hosts Ant and Dec will be heading back to the Australian jungle with a whole new group of celebs hoping to become the new King or Queen of the Jungle.
How did Sam announce he would be on I’m A Celeb?
It was announced on the Hits Radio Breakfast Show with Fleur East, James and Matt, that Sam would be heading into the jungle, along with several other celebs.
Chatting to the Fleur, Sam said: “Its going to be so fun “
Sam also took to Instagram to share the exciting news, telling his followers: ‘✨The rumours were true ✨ I’m thrilled to announce that I’ll be joining the adventure of a lifetime on #ImACeleb 🐍🕷️Tune into @itv every night from Sunday 19th November to see how I get on… wish me luck! 😱🇦🇺’. (sic)
And it sounds like Sam’s girlfriend Zara McDermott is super proud, with her writing on Instagram: ‘HES GONE DOWN UNDER !!! 🦘🇦🇺🌏 the rumours were true, I am so proud of you and so excited for you and for this adventure. I cannot wait to watch you every single night and be supporting you every step of the way. ❤️ p.s. can we all please vote for Sam to do one of the eating challenges?? I think it would make great entertainment considering how squeamish he is 😂😅’. (sic)
Take a look through all the celebrities taking part in I’m A Celeb 2023:
Sam Thompson
Known for: Radio presenter, TV personality and Podcaster
Age: 31
Jamie Lynn Spears
Known for: American actress and Britney Spears’ younger sister
Age: 32
Nigel Farage
Known for: Former politician
Age: 59
Nick Pickard
Known for: Hollyoaks actor
Age: 48
Josie Gibson
Known for: TV presenter and former Big Brother winner
Age: 38
Marvin Humes
Known for: JLS member
Age: 38
Fred Sirieix
Known for: First Dates and TV presenter
Age: 51
Nella Rose
Known for: Influencer
Age: 26
Danielle Harold
Known for: EastEnders actress
Age: 31
Grace Dent
Known for: Food critic
Age: 50
After months of speculation, ITV/STV bosses confirmed the full line-up on Monday 13th November.
I’m A Celeb begins on ITV1/STV1 on Sunday 19th November.
Now read:
I’m A Celeb 2023: Everything you need to know
Everything you need to know about our radio presenter Sam Thompson
First trailer released for 2023 series of I’m A Celeb
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Sophie Anderson, a UK-based writer, is your guide to the latest trends, viral sensations, and internet phenomena. With a finger on the pulse of digital culture, she explores what’s trending across social media and pop culture, keeping readers in the know about the latest online sensations.