I’m A Celebrity ‘set to return later this year’ despite coronavirus pandemic as show bosses ‘hold virtual talks’ to prepare for new series
I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! is reportedly set to still go ahead later this year, despite the coronavirus pandemic.
The COVID-19 lockdown has seen many movies and TV shows forced to halt production and postpone filming dates, but new reports suggest ITV are already preparing for I’m A Celeb’s 2020 series.
Sources tell The Sun that show bosses are ‘holding virtual talks’ to plan for show’s return, as they anticipate huge response from viewers following the pandemic.
All systems go? ITV is reportedly set to return later this year despite the coronavirus pandemic
A TV source told the paper: ‘ITV are certain lockdown will be well over by the time I’m A Celeb normally starts which is in November.
‘Every year it’s a ratings smash and this year will more than likely be even bigger as the public will be desperate for some fresh and uplifting TV.’
Insiders added that ITV have already started ‘hiring and advertising for crew’ in Australia, where I’m A Celebrity is filmed each year, and meetings are being held virtually to discuss potential celebrity campmates.
MailOnline has contacted a spokesperson for ITV for comment.
Last year’s series saw former EastEnders actress Jacqueline Jossa win I’m A Celebrity, while Corrie star Andrew Whyment finished in second and Capital FM radio DJ Martin Kemp came in third place.
2019’s series also saw the return of Ant McPartlin as show host, alongside Declan Donnelly.
Ant had missed I’m A Celebrity in 2018 and Holly Willoughby was drafted in to replace the presenter and host alongside Dec, as Ant took an extended break from TV.