THE LINE-UP
Louise Minchin
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The 53-year-old presented her final breakfast instalment for the broadcaster in September, after announcing in June that she was stepping back from the show after nearly 20 years.
I’m A Celeb Quote: “But I really hope I do get voted for the Trials. The thing about this programme is you mustn’t go into it if you take yourself remotely seriously. I don’t and I am thoroughly looking forward to being covered in God knows what. You have to be prepared for people to laugh and I see this as a b****y great romp of fun.”
Matty Lee
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Olympian Lee, 23, won the men’s 10-metre synchro gold with team-mate Tom Daley in Tokyo, so any trials involving heights are sure to be a a piece of cake.
I’m A Celeb Quote: “When I told Tom, he was in shock too. He is so excited for me and he has always been so supportive and helped me a lot over the past three years. He gives me advice about anything, whether it is relationships or whatever – I always ask Tom.”
Snoochie Shy
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The 29-year-old South Londoner has made a name for herself as a Radio 1Xtra DJ hosting the late-night slot. She also hosts the podcast Slide Into My Podcast on BBC Sounds.
I’m A Celeb Quote: “I am actually quite a shy person when I am outside my comfort zone. I think my shy side might come out and I might be quite shy in the first couple of days but I also will definitely be a team player. I want to show everyone how to twerk too.”
Dame Arlene Phillips
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At 78, former Strictly Come Dancing judge Dame Arlene is the oldest-ever contestant to take part in I’m A Celebrity.
I’m A Celeb Quote: “I am always the oldest and so I am used to it.”
Naughty Boy
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Music producer and DJ Shahid Khan, known by his stage name Naughty Boy, has worked with some of the biggest names in the music world, including Beyoncé, Sam Smith and more.
I’m A Celeb Quote: “I think it is important for people like myself to create awareness about it. Dementia UK needs constant funding, and I am going to miss Mum the most whilst I am away in the castle. I live with Mum, and I am used to seeing her all the time.”
Kadeena Cox
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The four-time Paralympic gold champion, 30, has represented Great Britain in both sprinting and cycling events. The Leeds-born athlete was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in 2014.
I’m A Celeb Quote: “I am scared of spiders, I don’t like rats, I don’t like snakes, and I don’t like heights. But I am hoping the athlete in me will want to do it for the team and just get through that tough moment. I will scream afterwards.”
David Ginola
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The French former Premier League footballer, 54, has played for teams including Newcastle, Tottenham and Everton – before retiring in 2002.
I’m A Celeb Quote: “I will be the chef in the camp. And rice and beans is perfect for me as I have put on six kilos over the past three months and I think it will be interesting to see if I can lose six kilos in three weeks.”
Frankie Bridge
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Bridge 32, rose to fame as part of girl band The Saturdays alongside Mollie King, Vanessa White, Una Healy and Rochelle Humes.
I’m A Celeb Quote: “People assume that if you are in a pop group you lead a really glamorous lifestyle and that I wouldn’t want to get stuck in, but I know I will give everything a go.”
Danny Miller
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The soap star, 30, has played Emmerdale’s Aaron Dingle on and off for 13 years.
I’m A Celeb Quote: “I am scared of the eating Trials. I can’t even brush my teeth without being sick and I am dreading it if my gagging reflexes start, but that said, it won’t stop me doing the Trials.”