Celebrities rumoured to be on ITV's I'm A Celebrity 2026 as first teaser trailer drops

It’s just about starting to feel colder, the evenings are getting darker and November is creeping upon us – it’s nearly time for I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here! to return.

ITV dropped a teaser on social media last night (16 October) as fans say it’s ‘that time of year already’.

The clip shows Ant and Dec conducting a choir singing an I’m A Celeb-themed Christmas carol before being absolutely slimed. Classic.

“Good start,” says Dec as we hear those famous jungle drums indicating the series kicking off.

And to be fair, it looks like we’re in for a good year, if the rumoured celebrity line-up is anything to go by anyway. From presenters to athletes, it looks like a classic mix to take on the jungle when I’m A Celeb returns.

Ricky Wilson

According to The Sun, Kaiser Chiefs frontman Ricky Wilson has agreed to take part in this year's I'm A Celeb.

The Voice judge has 'always politely declined', but has reportedly had a change of heart.

AJ Odudu

Big Brother presenter AJ Odudu is reportedly in the run-in, as a source tells The Sun that she is 'keen as mustard'.

“She’s had early conversations about taking part and has made it clear she can absolutely make the dates they need her to,” the source added.

Ade Adepitan

Paralympian Ade Adepitan could be the first celebrity to take part in the competition in a wheelchair.

A source told The Sun that they are 'really keen to make it work', adding: "They think his infectious ­larger-than-life personality would make him a perfect campmate for the new series.”

Christopher Dean

Producers have reportedly been trying to convince Dancing on Ice judge Christopher Dean to come on the show.

The British ice dancer is said to be 'looking for a new challenge' after ITV announced that the show would be 'rested' for 2026, leaving its long-term future beyond that undecided.

Nadiya Bychkova

Former Strictly Come Dancing professional Nadiya Bychkova is no longer a mainstay on the dancefloor, with with The Sun reporting that her axing from BBC series has freed her up to appear on this year’s I'm A Celeb.

It would mark a smart career move for Bychkova after Strictly had a bit of a reshuffle of its pros this year.

Su-Elise Nash

Mis-Teeq singer Su-Elise Nash is another name reportedly under consideration.

Following a one-off reunion show in September, a source told The Sun that she could be heading to Australia for I’m a Celebrity.

They said: “The timing couldn’t be better.”

Ben Stokes

Cricketer Ben Stokes has emerged as a possible sporting addition to the cast following his retirement in June.

That's as far as the speculation goes.

Perri Kiely

Diversity star Perri Kiely has previously revealed that he would be willing to take part if his schedule allowed, having turned down approaches in the past.

It remains to be seen if he'll get the call-up.

Olivia Attwood

Finally, it's former Love Island contestant Olivia Attwood, who entered the jungle in 2022 but had to leave after just one day for medical checks.

She has since indicated she would consider returning if her schedule allows. And it wouldn't be the first time a celeb has returned - we saw Katie Price in there twice.

Adam Thomas was crowned 'king of the jungle' during the most recent spin-off I'm A Celebrity… South Africa, while Angry Ginge was the last winner of the regular flagship series.

It comes after a report from The Sun suggests that the original start date of Sunday 15 November has been pushed back due to the UEFA Nations League.

England is set to face off against Spain in Madrid that evening, which reportedly means that they are now planning to drop the first episode on Monday 16 November instead.