I am A Superstar… Get Me Out Of Right here! kicked off in stunning vogue on Friday as one star pulled out of the very first trial of the collection.
In scenes that can air throughout Sunday’s launch present, comic Babatúndé Aléshé was unable to confront his worry of heights and was unable to participate within the Stroll The Plank trial which historically kicks off the collection.
Because the present returned to Australia for the primary time because the Covid pandemic so did the terrifying Stroll The Plank problem that noticed campmates dangling within the air atop a 32-storey constructing within the Gold Coast.
In a brand new twist this yr there was the addition of a 3rd platform for celebrities to dare the skywalk and the duty was renamed The Ledge.
Terrifying: I am A Superstar’s Babatúndé Aléshé pulled out of the primary problem whereas Charlene White plummeted off a 32-storey constructing within the terrifying Stroll The Plank trial that will likely be proven on Sunday’s launch present episode
Earlier years have seen celebrities compete for extra luxurious once they enter camp by strolling in direction of the star on the finish of the platform, main many stars to face their crippling worry of heights.
But Babatúndé, 34, fell on the first hurdle and after a forty five minute deliberation was unable to finish the duty, regardless of watching Jill Scott and Charlene White tackle the problem.
An onlooker advised The Sun: ‘Babetunde was actually struggling throughout The Ledge and everybody felt for him.
‘Jill and Charlene had been being actually encouraging of Babetunde however to no avail. He stood there pondering and keen himself to do it for nearly an hour however ultimately he selected to not do it.’
On the transfer: Because the present returned to Australia for the primary time because the Covid pandemic so did the terrifying Stroll The Plank problem that noticed campmates dangling within the air atop a 32-storey constructing within the Gold Coast
Watching on: Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly appeared sympathetic to the celebrities plight as they took on the problem, however Babatúndéé, 34, fell on the first hurdle and after a forty five minute deliberation was unable to finish the duty
Like earlier years, the celebrities will likely be cut up into two groups the place they are going to compete for the prospect to spend their first night time in a barely higher camp than the others. F
It got here hours after Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly arrived in model to greet this yr’s 10 celeb campmates – who will likely be tasked with a file 24 gruelling trials within the jungle.
The Geordie duo appeared in excessive spirits as they waved to stars similar to Olivia Attwood, Jill Scott and Chris Moyles from a small picket velocity boat.
Make the leap: In a brand new twist this yr there was the addition of a 3rd platform for celebrities to dare the skywalk and the duty was renamed The Ledge – with Charlene and Babatunde on the platform
Eeek! Charlene and Jill had been flung off the sting of the platform after showcasing their nerves of metal on the stroll
An onlooker revealed: ‘Babetunde was actually struggling throughout The Ledge and everybody felt for him. ‘Jill and Charlene had been being actually encouraging of Babetunde however to no avail. He stood there pondering and keen himself to do it for nearly an hour’
Shock: The celebrities could not conceal their terrified expressions as they appeared out on the platforms
Terrified: All of them appeared fearful as they watched on from the constructing roof
Argh! The 32-storey constructing within the Gold Coast was the placement for the primary problem of the collection
Additionally on the luxurious villa ready for Ant and Dec was comic Babatúndé Aléshé – because the present is ready to make an epic return to Australia for the primary time because the Covid pandemic.
The celebrities appeared uneasy as they noticed the presenting duo method the shore whereas they loved their final final luxurious meal earlier than heading into camp.
Main this yr’s lineup are rugby star Mike Tindall, 80s hitmaker Boy George, Love Island star Olivia and DJ Chris, with the celebs donning their finest jungle apparel for first look snaps forward of the present’s return on November 6.
Right here comes hassle: Ant and Dec arrived in model to greet this yr’s 10 celeb campmates – who will likely be tasked with a file 24 gruelling trials within the Australian jungle
Stars: The Geordie duo appeared in excessive spirits as they waved to stars similar to Olivia Attwood, Jill Scott and Chris Moyles from a small picket velocity boat
Beaming: Ant and Dec appeared effortlessly cool as they donned black sun shades whereas arriving on the boat
Powerful: ITV bosses have confirmed to MailOnline that this yr’s present, which returns to Australia for the primary time in two years following the worldwide pandemic on Sunday, would be the hardest ever for celebrities – with 24 trials to face in 21 reveals
Coming quickly: The brand new collection of I am A Superstar, the primary to air in Australia since 2019, has been hotly anticipated
Becoming a member of them will likely be Hollyoaks star Owen Warner, Unfastened Ladies’s Charlene White, A Place In The Solar presenter Scarlette Douglas, Coronation Road actress Sue Cleaver, comic Babatúndé Aléshé and retired England Lioness Jill Scott.
It was revealed on Tuesday that Matt Hancock can be heading to the Australian jungle as a shock late arrival.
The MP, who give up as Well being Secretary after dishonest on his spouse in the course of the pandemic with long-term aide Gina Coladangelo, will grow to be the twelfth celeb heading Down Below.
After taking part in a central function in coordinating the federal government’s response to Covid, Mr Hancock’s political profession has flagged of late, and final week he was snubbed by Rishi Sunak after the brand new PM dodged his try at a greeting outdoors Tory HQ.
Bond boys: Ant and Dec had been noticed rushing in direction of the mansion on the boat to greet this yr’s celebrities
Shocked: The celebrities appeared uneasy as they noticed the presenting duo method the shore as they loved their final luxurious meal earlier than heading into camp
Hosts: Present hosts Ant and Dec will broadcast stay from their tree home, which has been rebuilt and modernised this yr
Arrival: Ant donned a black and white patterned shirt, whereas Dec wore a navy blue shirt as they walked off the pier to satisfy the celebs
Thrilling: Later within the day, the celebs had been then noticed heading off to the helicopters that can fly them into the jungle
Protecting it informal: Olivia Attwood rocked up in a crisp white shirt paired with camouflage print trousers and chunky boots
Jungle fever: Olivia gave the impression to be feeling the warmth and stored hydrated with a small bottle of water
On the transfer: Chris Moyles was seen making his approach to the helicopter alongside members of the manufacturing crew
Preparing: Olivia and Chris had been seen chatting away earlier than they bought prepared for his or her helicopter experience
Loving life: Olivia appeared in excessive spirits as she waited to board her helicopter
Able to go: Jill stood out from the group in a pair of sizzling pink trousers, teamed with a black shirt and white Nike trainers
Having enjoyable: Jill and Babatunde had a fast run round in between taking pictures scenes
Catching up: The group had been seen chatting away to a producer earlier than boarding the chopper
Nervous: Retired England Lioness Jill Scott appeared anxious as she was helped into the chopper
Process: Jill sat together with her headphones on staring forward whereas the digital camera crew caught her response on movie
He turns into the most recent in a protracted record of political figures to attempt their luck on the ITV actuality present, together with MPs Nadine Dorries and Lembit Opik, and Boris Johnson’s father, Stanley
ITV bosses have confirmed to MailOnline that this yr’s present, which returns to Australia for the primary time in two years following the worldwide pandemic on Sunday, would be the hardest ever for celebrities – with 24 trials to face in 21 reveals.
Talking from the Australian jungle, government producer, Olly Nash, mentioned: ‘We’re filming greater than we have ever finished earlier than and there will likely be extra parts over extra reveals.
She’s prepared! The previous soccer star could not comprise her pleasure as she ready to board the chopper
Coming quickly: Talking from the Australian jungle, government producer, Olly Nash, mentioned: ‘We’re filming greater than we have ever finished earlier than and there will likely be extra parts over extra reveals’
Iconic: As soon as once more, Ant and Dec will likely be internet hosting the collection, and have already been noticed arriving on the Gold Coast to start filming
‘In Wales we could not actually do stuff that was outdoors due to the climate and the massive storm however this yr we could be outdoors once more.
‘We’ve got extra large rigs; we now have extra large, slimy, soiled trials, and much more aggressive trials. There are 24 this yr and there are 21 reveals.
‘On the final day the ultimate three every tackle a trial. Cyclone is completely again.’
Solid: (L-R) Mike Tindall, Owen Warner, Olivia Attwood, Charlene White, Boy George, Scarlette Douglas, Sue Cleaver, Chris Moyles, Babatúndé Aléshé and Jill Scott have been unveiled because the I am A Superstar 2022 lineup
Surprising: It was revealed on Tuesday that Matt Hancock can be heading to the Australian jungle as a shock late arrival
Present hosts Ant and Dec will broadcast stay from their tree home, which has been rebuilt and modernised this yr, and the well-known purple bridge, the place celebrities reunite with family and friends after being booted off the present, additionally returns.
The I am A Celeb set has been beneath development since August and a complete of 700 folks, 600 of that are Australian locals, work on the present.
However bosses say the expense of constructing the camp does not evaluate to the price of operating the collection every single day for a month stay from Australia.
I am A Superstar begins on Sunday, November 6 2022 at 9pm with a 105 minute particular. It can then air each night time of the week and each weekend nights after the launch – all at 9pm.
I’M A CELEBRITY 2022: THE FULL LINEUP
BOY GEORGE
BOY GEORGE
AGE: 61
CLAIM TO FAME: Legendary pop star
PHOBIAS: Being scared
MISSING ANY BIG OCCASIONS? No, I’m going straight into the jungle from taking part in at numerous festivals and gigs
ROLE IN THE CAMP: In-house dietician reassuring everybody that they are going to be okay on the jungle weight loss plan. And entertainer – I’ll sing!
BEST ATTRIBUTE: I’m a really constructive individual and I do not bear any grudges
DREAM CAMPMATE: It might be humorous if my ex, Jon Moss, comes on the programme -but I do not assume that can occur!
CHRIS MOYLES
CHRIS MOYLES
AGE: 48
CLAIM TO FAME: Radio DJ
PHOBIAS: I’m scared of heights. I ended up carrying the baggage once we took my girlfriend’s niece as soon as to Go Ape as I’m so petrified!
MISSING ANY BIG OCCASIONS? A buddy’s birthday, a marriage, and Leeds United matches
ROLE IN THE CAMP: Entertainer. Hopefully I may help shorten everybody’s boredom.
BEST ATTRIBUTE: Hiding meals! I’m going to fly out early and sneak into the jungle and conceal pot noodles in every single place, then I will likely be everybody’s finest buddy!
DREAM CAMPMATE: Ant and Dec…let’s examine how they cope for twenty-four hours!
SUE CLEAVER
SUE CLEAVER
AGE: 59
CLAIM TO FAME: Taking part in Eileen Grimshaw in Coronation Road
PHOBIAS: Do not be ridiculous! I’m not going to confess to what I worry most!
MISSING ANY BIG OCCASIONS? Coronation Road and we predict one other grandchild any day, so hopefully it can arrive earlier than I fly out to Australia.
ROLE IN THE CAMP: I will likely be extra of a mum – that’s the place I’ll naturally match.
BEST ATTRIBUTE: I can cook dinner and I’m listener, so hopefully I will likely be a pleasant ear for everybody.
DREAM CAMPMATE: Good Morning Britain’s Richard Arnold. He’s my TV husband and it could be pretty to have an ally in camp!
SCARLETTE DOUGLAS
SCARLETTE DOUGLAS
AGE: 35
CLAIM TO FAME: Presenter of A Place In The Solar
PHOBIAS: Spiders. There is no such thing as a level in mendacity about it! I’ve bought an irrational worry about them
MISSING ANY BIG OCCASIONS? Only a vacation which I can postpone
ROLE IN THE CAMP: Mum, cook dinner and morale booster. I at all times like to have a look at the constructive facet in life
BEST ATTRIBUTE: I can cook dinner and I will likely be good at ensuring the whole lot is tidy in camp
DREAM CAMPMATE: Mo Gilligan. He’s hilarious and I completely fancy him!
BABATÚNDÉ ALÉSHÉ
BABATÚNDÉ ALÉSHÉ
AGE: 36
CLAIM TO FAME: Comic
PHOBIAS: I’m afraid of completely the whole lot. Snakes, rats – I’m fearful of all of them and I’m dreading the trials
MISSING ANY BIG OCCASIONS? I used to be occurring tour however we have postponed it now till subsequent yr
ROLE IN THE CAMP: Rigidity breaker. If I can break pressure anyplace it begins up within the camp, then I’ll do this. We do not must be bickering as it will likely be a first-time expertise for everybody
BEST ATTRIBUTE: Hopefully I’ll convey some humour to the camp
DREAM CAMPMATE: I’m a giant Arsenal fan and so any ex-Arsenal participant can be nice. I’m wanting ahead to chatting to Ant & Dec about soccer
MIKE TINDALL
MIKE TINDALL
AGE: 44
CLAIM TO FAME: Rugby Union participant and married to Princess Anne’s daughter Zara Tindall
PHOBIAS: I have never admitted to having any phobias however in a bizarre method, I’m wanting ahead to participating within the trials!
MISSING ANY BIG OCCASIONS? My podcast collection and the rugby Internationals this autumn
ROLE IN THE CAMP: Morning motivator. I want to see everybody take to each other and us all have an excellent expertise
BEST ATTRIBUTE: I’m a constructive individual
DREAM CAMPMATE: Samuel L Jackson can be cool. He has lived the life!
OWEN WARNER
OWEN WARNER
AGE: 23
CLAIM TO FAME: Taking part in Romeo Nightingale in Hollyoaks
PHOBIAS: Snakes!
MISSING ANY BIG OCCASIONS? I’m a giant fan of soccer so I’ll miss watching the beginning of the World Cup
ROLE IN THE CAMP: Entertainer and video games coordinator
BEST ATTRIBUTE: It’s positively not my cooking abilities or brains!
DREAM CAMPMATE: Any of the Leicester Metropolis beginning 11!
CHARLENE WHITE
CHARLENE WHITE
AGE: 42
CLAIM TO FAME: ITV newsreader and Unfastened Ladies anchor
PHOBIAS: I’m not certain what my worry issue will likely be as a result of I’ve by no means had rodents, spiders and snakes crawling throughout me!
MISSING ANY BIG OCCASIONS? My kids’s annual college ball which I’m gutted about
ROLE IN THE CAMP: Mum and cook dinner. I do not thoughts falling into that place
BEST ATTRIBUTE: I prefer to pay attention and discuss. I like studying about folks and I’ve a pure curiosity for folks
DREAM CAMPMATE: Colin Murray and Richard Osman
JILL SCOTT
JILL SCOTT
AGE: 35
CLAIM TO FAME: Retired England Lioness
PHOBIAS: I do not like rats and the considered being underground fills me with worry!
MISSING ANY BIG OCCASIONS? The Males’s World Cup. I’m going to seek out it bizarre not having the ability to understand how the lads are getting on within the match. Hopefully they are going to nonetheless be within the match after I come out of the jungle
ROLE IN THE CAMP: Serving to hand. I like to assist folks if they don’t seem to be having day
BEST ATTRIBUTE: Laborious employee. I’ll at all times discover a method so as to add worth. I’m additionally very trustworthy
DREAM CAMPMATE: One other sports activities individual can be nice as it could be somebody to bounce concepts off.
OLIVIA ATTWOOD
OLIVIA ATTWOOD
AGE: 31
CLAIM TO FAME: Love Island star
PHOBIAS: I hate the darkish so I am eager to keep away from any challenges within the darkness
MISSING ANY BIG OCCASIONS? No, had the present been on air any later, I may have missed my sister’s marriage ceremony
ROLE IN THE CAMP: Clown. I used to be at all times the category clown at college and I like having amusing
BEST ATTRIBUTE: I do not take myself severely and I’ve bought sense of humour
DREAM CAMPMATE: A pop legend like Dolly Parton who has superb tales to inform