I'm A Celeb: South Africa camp in shock as celeb quits for 'medical reasons'
Their exit will play out on Tuesday night's show
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With just days to go until the live final in London on Friday 24th April, I'm A Celeb: South Africa is heating up, as more celebrity camp mates are expected to be evicted from the jungle.
However, on tonight's show (Tuesday 21st April), the camp is in for a shock as one celeb announces they are being forced to quit the show due to 'medical reasons'.
Although the camp mate in question hasn't been named, they tell the camp: “Hi guys, I’ve just got something to tell you all. I didn’t feel very well this morning… and the medics have advised I can’t return to camp. I’ve got to go home.
“I don’t want to go. I’m absolutely gutted. I wanted to finish.”
Although the rest of the camp is in shock, they are quick to offer their encouragement.
After the campmate departs, the remaining celebrities sit and reflect on the unexpected reality of there now only being eight campmates left.
Check out all of this year's I'm A Celeb: South Africa cast below:
Scarlett Moffatt
Thanks to her time on Gogglebox, Scarlett entered the Australian camp during the 16th series in 2016, and she became an instant hit with fans! Despite being in the final alongside Joel Dommett and Adam Thomas, Scarlett was crowned Queen of the Jungle.
Sinitta
Singer and Simon Cowell's BFF Sinitta entered the camp as a late arrival during the 2011 series, but she didn't last long, being the second celeb to be voted off.
Adam Thomas
Joining Scarlett from the 2016 series will be Waterloo Road actor Adam! He's no stranger to a reality show, so will he go one step further this time round?
Sir Mo Farah
Sir Mo was part of the 2020 series which took place at Gwrych Castle in Wales thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Olympic legend wasn't shy in opening up in camp, resulting in him being loved by viewers.
Ashley Roberts
Pussycat Dolls singer Ashley was a camp mate during the 12th series in 2012, finishing as runner-up on the show behind EastEnders actress Charlie Brooks. Ashley's appearance led her to other major TV and Radio gigs here in the UK.
Beverley Callard
Coronation Street legend Beverley Callard never got to experience the true jungle, after taking part in the 2020 series at Gwrych Castle in Wales.
Craig Charles
Actor and DJ Craig Charles signed up for show back in 2014, but sadly, after just four days in camp, Craig made the decision to leave the show after being told the heartbreaking news that his brother had sadly passed away.
Harry Redknapp
Former football manager Harry instantly become one of the most iconic I'm A Celeb camp mates ever after his stint in the jungle back in 2018, going on to be crowned King of the Jungle. His one-liners and his lovely words about his wife Sandra really won the hearts of the nation.
Jimmy Bullard
Former footballer Jimmy Bullard made an instant impact when he took part in the show in 2014, causing drama amongst his fellow camp mates. Jimmy was the first to get the boot so he will be hoping he performs better this time round!
Gemma Collins: THIRD OUT
Reality star Gemma took part in the 2014 series of I'm A Celeb, but quit after just three days! Despite this, her short appearance certainly made an impact, with fans calling for her return ever since.
David Haye: SECOND OUT
Boxer David was also camp mate during the 12th series in 2012, and he had pretty good success on the show, finishing in third place behind Charlie Brooks and runner-up Ashley Roberts.
Seann Walsh: FIRST OUT
Comedian Seann Walsh entered the I'm A Celeb camp as a late arrival alongside Matt Hancock during the 2022 series, following his Strictly scandal which saw him kissing dancing partner Katya Jones. Seann proved popular in the jungle, finishing in fifth place.
The shock news comes after the departures of Seann Walsh, David Haye, and Gemma Collins, with more evictions expected this week.
Although the South African series is pre-recorded, for the first time ever the final will be filmed live, with fans given the chance to vote for their 'I'm A Celeb legend'. Bosses are also giving away free tickets via Applause Store for the final, which will be filmed at Versa Studios in London.
The website states: 'Be part of the LIVE Grand Final of I'm a Celebrity Get Me Out of Here!... South Africa 2026!
'For the first time ever, the All-Star Series will conclude with a live UK studio final, where the winner will be decided by a public vote.
'You are invited to join Ant and Dec as the celebrities gather for one last night to find out who will be crowned the 'I'm a Celebrity Legend' 2026!
'All the finalists will be in the studio, and the atmosphere promises to be truly electric as the result is revealed live on ITV1'.
You can apply for free audience tickets here.
I'm A Celeb: South Africa airs every weeknight at 9pm on ITV/ITVX and STV/STV Player.
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