NEW I'm A Celebrity star Frankie Bridge has revealed the one thing about the show she's most worried about.
The Saturdays popstar, 32, made her confession ahead of her entry into Wales' spooky Gwrych Castle this weekend.
As she remained in isolation on Tuesday, Bridge said: "I think people will be surprised to see me doing I’m A Celebrity and I am scared of most things, but I really want to push myself. I’m scared of rats, I am a fussy eater and I have a bit of a phobia of ketchup, so a pint of penis terrifies me! Any of the eating challenges will be my idea of hell.
It comes as Richard Madeley said goodbye to his "beloved wife Judy" on Good Morning Britain as he isolated in Wales ahead of I'm A Celebrity- afer The Sun revealed the Richard and Judy star had signed up for an estimated £200,000.
The flagship series is returning to Gwrych Castle near Abergele in North Wales, this weekend for a second year due to ongoing coronavirus travel restrictions.
Read our I'm A Celeb live blog below for the latest news and gossip…
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I’m A Celebrity reveals twist
I'M A Celebrity fans hold the power a week before the series starts as ITV open the voting for telly's most gruesome tasks.
The broadcaster has kick-started the polls for the gripping reality series, again set in Wales' Gwrych Castle, with viewers now able to select their Bushtucker Trial target before they have even appeared on screen.
This year, I'm A Celebrity's following will be able to place a whopping five votes for free on the show's app.
It comes in contrast to previous years, where ITV viewers have been able to watch the contestants enter camp during the first episode prior to selecting their victim.
Unfortunately, votes closed yesterday at 8pm.
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The I'm A Celebrity stars revealed
- Louise Minchin
- Matty Lee
- Snoochie Shy
- Richard Madeley
- Frankie Bridge
- Dame Arlene Phillips, DBE
- Naughty Boy
- Danny Miller
- Kadeena Cox, MBE
- David Ginola
- DJ Locksmith – in isolation and will be a stand by celebrity should one of the other stars drop out prematurely
Richard Madeley says goodbye to ‘beloved wife Judy’ on Good Morning Britain
RICHARD Madeley said goodbye to his "beloved wife Judy" on Good Morning Britain as he isolated in Wales ahead of I'm A Celebrity.
It comes as The Sun revealed the Richard and Judy star had signed up for an estimated £200,000 and will head into Gwrych Castle near Abergele, North Wales, this weekend.
The flagship series is returning to Wales for a second year due to ongoing coronavirus travel restrictions, preventing filming at its usual location of the Australian jungle.
Appearing on GMB via a recorded video today, Richard, 65, revealed he had been isolating for 10 days in a cottage near the castle ruins.
Showing off the stunning scenery, he said: "I've been in quarantine for about 10 days now, and if any of you have been in quarantine my god it's boring, I mean I'd welcome any trial just for something to do. It's very pretty though, I'm on a Welsh farm, nice views and all the rest of it but I just want to get started."
He added: "I want to say a final bye to my beloved wife Judy, bye Judy, bye kids, see you on the other side, wish me luck."
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Philip Schofield reveals reason he won't do IAC
PHILLIP Schofield has revealed the bizarre reason he'd never do I'm A Celebrity.
The TV star said he would "starve to death" for one very peculiar reason.
The 59-year-old presenter spoke on This Morning earlier after the full line-up for this year's series was announced, featuring the likes of Richard Madeley, Frankie Bridge and David Ginola.
He said: "Well, I've always said I'm A Celeb is the only one I would do.
"But I wouldn't do it… I don't think. But I couldn't do it because they eat out of those metal cans with metal spoons, and I've got goosebumps even thinking about it.
"But scraping the spoon on the tin can, I couldn't do it, I'd starve to death!"
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Danny Miller was only star allowed baby & fiancee in I’m A Celeb isolation
EMMERDALE'S Danny Miller is the the only star on the show who has been allowed their family in isolation with them ahead of stint on I'm A Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here.
The 30-year-old – who plays Aaron Dingle in the ITV soap – is one of 10 famous faces taking part in the 21st series of the show this year.
The celebs are currently in quarantine to make sure that they're Covid free for their stint in the castle.
But the star isn't doing it alone as fiancee Steph Jones and their son Albert have joined him in the cottage he's currently staying in.
The actor and his fiancee Steph announced the news that they welcomed their first child into the world last month.
Danny was allowed to have his family stay with him because he's a new dad.
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Emmerdale's Danny Miller now a father
The actor became a first time dad last month when fiancée Steph gave birth to their son Albert.
He admitted he debated long and hard about whether it was the right time to leave his new family behind.
The family unit have been quarantining together in a Welsh cottage ahead of Monday's launch show when Danny will go it alone.
He said: “Steph and I had a long discussion about me taking part in I’m A Celebrity.
“We were due to start IVF earlier this year and that would have meant the baby would have been due next March, so it wouldn’t have mattered.
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I'm A Celeb's Danny Miller QUITS Emmerdale
DANNY Miller has quit Emmerdale after 13 years.
The 30-year-old, who has played Aaron Dingle on the ITV soap since 2008, made the decision to exit ahead of appearing on I’m A Celebrity.
A source said: “Danny has been on the soap for a very long time and had been thinking about leaving.
“When I’m A Celeb came up he knew it was the perfect opportunity and would leave him financially secure.
“Becoming a dad to Albert has really changed his perspective on things.”
The actor became a first time dad last month when fiancée Steph gave birth to their son Albert.
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How much is Richard Madeley getting for his IAC fee?
The Sun revealed Richard is said to have agreed a contract worth an estimated £200,000 to head into Gwrych Castle near Abergele, North Wales.
The dad of two is no stranger to I’m A Celeb. He flew to Oz in 2019 to support contestant and former rugby star James Haskell, 36, who is married to Richard’s daughter, Chloe, 34.
That year, he also appeared on I’m A Celeb’s ITV2 spin-off Extra Camp.
He proved braver than boxer Amir Khan, 34, in a “Critter-cal Rescue” trial in a giant termites nest. He collected every key while Amir screamed when he grabbed a live snake.
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Rudimental star on stand-by
Rudimental’s Locksmith has also gone into isolation and will be a stand by celebrity should one of the other stars drop out prematurely.
DJ Locksmith previously impressed on Celebrity SAS, so surviving the castle should be a piece of cake for him.
The 34-year-old, real name Leon Rolle, is best known for being a member of UK dance four-piece Rudimental which originated from Hackney.
He hit headlines on SAS after former footballer John Fashanu put him in a headlock and started chocking him during a row.
DJ Locksmith had branded him the weakest in the group and the pair had to be pulled apart by the instructors.
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David Ginola's plan for I'm A Celebrity
Former Newcastle and Spurs winger David wants to make things tasty when he join hosts Ant McPartlin and Dec Donnelly at Gwrych Castle, North Wales.
The Frenchman, 54, joked: “I will be hoping to add some garlic and rosemary to the food.
“And rice and beans is perfect as I’ve put on six kilos over the past three months and I think it will be interesting to see if I can lose it in three.”
Telly veteran Richard Madeley, 65, admitted: “I don’t like heights and what bothers me the most is the route into the castle. Maybe I will have to walk a plank.”
At 78, Dame Arlene Phillips is the ITV show’s oldest contestant yet.
But the veteran choreographer laughed: “I’m always the oldest!”
Read more here.
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A new twist for this year's show
I’M A Celebrity fans hold the power a week before the series starts as ITV open the voting for telly’s most gruesome tasks.
The broadcaster has kick-started the polls for the gripping reality series, again set in Wales’ Gwrych Castle, with viewers now able to select their Bushtucker Trial target before they have even appeared on screen.
This year, I’m A Celebrity‘s following will be able to place a whopping five votes for free on the show’s app.
It comes in contrast to previous years, where ITV viewers have been able to watch the contestants enter camp during the first episode prior to selecting their victim.
Yet votes close today at 8pm – so there’s not long to go.
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Giovanna Fletcher crowned Queen of the Castle in 2020
Giovanna Fletcher was crowned the Queen of the Castle beating Radio 1 DJ Jordan North and TV star Vernon Kay – exactly as Sun readers predicted!
Fans of the show were thrilled that the popular series still went ahead, despite the coronavirus pandemic.
Instead of the Aussie jungle, the stars were staying in Gwrych Castle – meaning last year’s winner was crowned Queen of the Castle (instead of Queen of the Jungle).
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Susanna Reid predicts trouble ahead for Richard Madeley
SUSANNA Reid predicted trouble ahead for Richard Madeley after seeing part of his I'm A Celebrity uniform on Good Morning Britain today.
Richard appeared in a pre-recorded video from isolation in Wales after The Sun revealed he had signed up to the ITV show.
The presenter, 65, said he had been isolating for 10 days in a cottage near the castle ruins and he also showed off his new boots.
He said: "I've been in quarantine for about 10 days now, and if any of you have been in quarantine my god it's boring, I mean I'd welcome any trial just for something to do.
"It's very pretty though, I'm on a Welsh farm, nice views and all the rest of it but I just want to get started."
Spinning the camera around, he added: "They've given us some of the costume that we've got to wear in the castle.
"Why we have to wear jungle boots in the castle I can't guess, unless it's to keep the rats out."
After seeing the clip Susanna, 50, said: "Huge good luck to you Richard! Madeley for the win!"
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When will the show start?
ITV’s flagship reality show will welcome a new line-up of stars into Gwrych Castle in Wales.
The first episode will air on Sunday, 21 November.
That means I’m A Celeb fans don’t have long to wait until Ant McPartlin, Declan Donnelly, the celebs and Bushtucker Trials return.
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Saturday's star favourite to win IAC 2021
Saturdays star Frankie Bridge has been named as the early favourite to win I'm A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here!
Bookmakers Betfair and Ladbrokes are offering odds of 4/1 on the pop singer, who was also a member of S Club 8, being crowned Queen of the Castle.
The 32-year-old is taking part after her husband, former footballer Wayne, competed on the show in Australia in 2016.
Coronation Street actor Simon Gregson is in second place with both companies offering odds of 9/2 on him winning the forthcoming 2021 series.
It comes after ITV unveiled the names of the 10 famous faces heading to Gwrych Castle near Abergele in North Wales after signing up for the show.
Gregson and EastEnders star Adam Woodyatt have not been confirmed as competing but are rumoured to be joining the cast to complete the usual 12-strong line-up.
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How long did Adam Woodyatt play Ian Beale in Eastenders for?
The 52-year-old debuted in EastEnders’ first-ever episode in 1985 and has since become the soap’s longest-serving cast member.
For his role as Ian Beale, Adam has portrayed everything from loan shark to property tycoon, been married four times and has won five British Soap Awards..
Despite appearing in over 2,000 episodes, Adam revealed he hates getting a famous “duff, duff, duff” moment on the show because he has to stand “like a lemon”.
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Who is Adam Woodyatt?
Adam Brinley Woodyatt was born on June 28, 1968, and first acted in BBC children’s drama The Baker Street Boys before starring in the now iconic role of Ian Beale.
After he appeared in The Baker Street Boys, Adam briefly put his acting career on hiatus and worked as a butcher in Wales before he returned to the screen for EastEnders.
In 2013, his longevity was honoured at the British Soap Awards, where he received a Lifetime Achievement Award for his portrayal of infamous character Ian Beale.
However, it’s been reported that Woodyatt is ready to leave the show behind for good and is hoping his stint in the I’m A Celeb jungle will launch a whole new chapter in his career.
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Frankie Bridge FAVOURITE to win I'm A Celebrity after line-up confirmation
FRANKIE BRIDGE WILL HEAD TO Gwrych Castle as the early favourite with Ladbrokes to win the next series of I'm a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here!.
After the official line-up was confirmed by I'm A Celebrity chiefs on Monday night, the bookies have revealed it's pop star Frankie who heads the betting as things stand at 4/1.
Elsewhere, Simon Gregson remains second-favourite at 9/2, with rumours suggesting him and Adam Woodyatt (6/1) will head into the camp at a later date.
Alex Apati of Ladbrokes said: "Frankie Bridge has said she can see herself quitting, but the odds tell a completely different story, with punters seemingly convinced at this point that she's the one to beat."
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Inside the I’m A Celebrity quarantine
I'M A Celebrity star DJ Locksmith has revealed a glimpse of his quarantine accommodation ahead of the show launch next week.
He has been posting on social media since heading into isolation on Saturday to ensure he is Covid-free when he enters Gwrych Castle on November 21st.
DJ Locksmith, 34, from the drum and bass group Rudimental is a reserve celeb, there to replace anyone who drops out.
He appeared to confirm he'd signed up when a fan asked him on Instagram: "Are you in isolation for I'm A Celebrity?"
The producer wrote back on a video of him dancing in a cowboy hat – in a nod to the show's Australian roots: "No, just finding myself."
Contestants are required to quarantine for two weeks ahead of the series, which has moved to Wales from the Australian jungle because of Covid.
And their quarantine digs are far more luxurious than the grim castle camp.
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I’m A Celebrity castle surrounded by top-level security
I'M A Celebrity bosses have hired top-level security guards who work around the clock to stop intruders.
Locals say they've already spotted guards in uniform and night goggles patrolling the castle walls and surrounding woodland.
Mayor Alan Hunter, 63, said: 'There is a lot of security at the castle.
"And these are not your normal security that you find at your supermarket.
"These are serious people. But they are just a deterrent as people are curious."
Dog walker Richard Hughes, 27, said: 'I went walking near the castle and it was sealed off with fences.""There is security. The rumour is that some of them are ex-SAS. I have heard they have night vision goggles for the woods," they added to MailOnline.
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Who is Naughty Boy?
Naughty Boy, real name Shahid Khan is a producer, musician and rapper of Pakistani descent from Watford.
He initially went to London Guildhall University to study Business and Marketing but he dropped out during his first term.
In 2007 he won £40,000 on Deal Or No Deal and used the money to set up a recording studio in his parents' garden shed.
He went on to get a three year contract with Sony ATV and worked on two hit tracks – Chipmunk's Diamond Rings and Wiley's Never Be Your Woman which both feature Emeli Sandé.
The musician has a reported net worth of £2.2M.
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Celebs could face adverse weather conditions
TV survival guru Bear Grylls previously told The Sun that the celebs in camp could face adverse weather conditions including heavy rain, strong winds and even snow.
He said: "The bad weather in Wales will be brutal. Contestants should not underestimate it. You get persistent wind and rain and that makes people cold fast."
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Inside the new I’m A Celeb set with looming towers
I'M A Celebrity's new set is taking shape with just days to go until the show returns – and we can reveal what's in store for the celebs.
The stars taking part in this year's series – set in Grwych Castle in Wales and hosted by Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly – will definitely be put through their paces, with terrifying challenges and even punishment for those caught misbehaving.
Add in the gruesome eating challenges, which last year saw Vernon Kay chowing down on sheep's brain, and the typical UK weather, and it's safe to say this is definitely no holiday camp.
- Edge challenge
- Cells for misbehaving stars
- 'Black box' trial cabin
- More doom and gloom
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Raking it in
The Sun revealed Richard is said to have agreed a contract worth an estimated £200,000 to head into Gwrych Castle near Abergele, North Wales.
The dad of two is no stranger to I’m A Celeb. He flew to Oz in 2019 to support contestant and former rugby star James Haskell, 36, who is married to Richard’s daughter, Chloe, 34.
That year, he also appeared on I’m A Celeb’s ITV2 spin-off Extra Camp.
He proved braver than boxer Amir Khan, 34, in a “Critter-cal Rescue” trial in a giant termites nest. He collected every key while Amir screamed when he grabbed a live snake.
Bookies odds
Bookmakers William Hill have placed him at the very top of line-up for who will be voted by the public to do the first grim trial of the 2021 series.
The Saturdays' Frankie Bridge and Coronation Street actor Simon Gregson and are in a close second and third place.
The bookmakers have placed the host at odds of 2-1, with Simon and Frankie at 9-2.
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