Jason Manford would consider I'm A Celeb if Tiger King's Carole Baskin signs up 👀
Now this would be TV gold!
Last updated 29th Jun 2020
Despite this year's I'm A Celebrity being under review due to the current Coronavirus pandemic, that hasn't stopped the yearly rumour mill going into overdrive, with a number of famous names being mentioned.
As well as the likes of Strictly's AJ Pritchard, Corrie's Beverley Callard and UFC champion Conor McGregor all being rumoured, reports have been rife recently that bosses are going to splash the cash to sign Tiger King star Carole Baskin up for the 2020 series.
If you've seen the bonkers Netflix show, you'll be aware that Carole, who recently obtained her arch-nemesis Joe Exotic's zoo land, would be a massive signing for the ITV show, with the big-cat rights activist being one of the most talked-about TV stars of the last few months.
And it's not only fans of the show getting excited about Carole's potential involvement, comedian and Absolute Radio host Jason Manford has revealed he would also sign up for the popular show if they landed Carole.
Speaking to a caller on his Absolute Radio show, Jason said, "If Carole Baskin ends up in the jungle, I might sign up!"
Check out all of the rumoured celebs for I'm A Celebrity 2020:
Su-Elise Nash
Mis-Teeq singer Su-Elise Nash is reportedly set to follow in the footsteps of her band mate Sabrina Washington, who appeared in 2009. A source said: "Su was incredibly supportive of ÂSabrina's jungle experience and now she could get her own shot. There have been early talks for her to be considered. The reunion has reminded everyone just how much love there still is for Mis-Teeq."
Jeremy Clarkson
Thanks to the success of Clarkson's Farm, rumours were rife that Jeremy Clarkson is in demand with reality TV shows, with I'm A Celeb reportedly top of the list!
Jools Oliver
When hosts Ant and Dec invited TV chef Jamie Oliver to appear on the show, he quickly declined, saying: "Thanks for the offer boys, I would love to come on I'm A Celeb. "I think it's an amazing show, but honestly, you couldn't give me enough olive oil in the world to make me eat a witchetty grub or a kangaroo's a--e, no way."
However, he did nominate his wife Jools, adding: "But what I can give you is my wife Jools, she would love to be on the show. Go on Jools."
Nick Ferrari
Reports suggested bosses were determined to get TV and Radio host Nick Ferrari on the line-up in 2025, but he didn't appear. Maybe they'll go back with a new offer in 2026.
Olivia Attwood
As fans will know, reality star Olivia Attwood was forced to quit the 2022 series due to medical reasons, leaving her gutted. Olivia later hinted she could return for the 2023 series, admitting she'd had chats with bosses during an appearance on Loose Women.
Although she's in demand right now and very busy with radio and TV jobs, we have to admit we'd love to see Liv back in the jungle at some point!
Danny Dyer
Since Danny Dyer left his iconic role as Queen Vic landlord Mick Carter on EastEnders last year, he's been heavily rumoured for I'm A Celeb.
Of course, his family are no strangers to reality TV, with Danny's daughter Dani winning Love Island back in 2018.
Denise van Outen
The lovely Denise van Outen is no stranger to reality shows, having appeared on the likes of Strictly Come Dancing and Celebrity Gogglebox in recent years. Denise has previously admitted she turned down the offer in 2021, so could she appear in 2026?
Of course, Jason is no stranger to taking part in popular TV shows. As well appearing on the likes of 8 out of 10 Cats, the 39-year-old dressed up as a hedgehog for ITV show The Masked Singer earlier this year, where he lost out to Girls Aloud singer Nicola Roberts in the final.
Meanwhile, despite bosses not yet confirming if the 2020 series will go ahead due to the current Coronavirus pandemic, it has been reported that they are doing 'everything they can' in order to make the popular show with Ant and Dec happen.