Hold onto your hats, reality TV fans—because the glittering allure of “I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here!” just got a massive plot twist that could leave this year’s star-studded lineup penniless! On Sunday, November 16, the jungle doors swung open once again, welcoming a fresh batch of brave (or maybe just cash-hungry) celebs like rock royalty Jack Osbourne, rap sensation Aitch, and football icon Alex Scott. They’re all diving headfirst into three weeks of creepy crawlies, rice-and-beans rations, and that infamous red uniform. But here’s the kicker: enduring bushtucker trials and spider showers might not be the toughest part—it’s surviving long enough to actually get paid!
You see, lurking in the fine print of their contracts is a ruthless clause known as the “72-hour rule.” That’s right—this ironclad stipulation demands that every campmate must tough it out in the Aussie wilderness for at least three full days to claim their hefty appearance fee. Why? To slam the door on any diva moves where a star jets in, spends a single night under the stars, decides the glamour’s gone, and waltzes out with a fat paycheck. Bail early, and poof—your fortune vanishes faster than a kangaroo in the outback!
This bombshell means that if any of the 2025 crew cracks under pressure and exits during tonight’s episode, they’ll be heading home empty-handed. No sympathy checks here; it’s all or nothing in the jungle game.
But let’s talk numbers—because these fees are jaw-dropping incentives to stick around. While chowing down on cockroaches sounds nightmarish, the payday makes it almost worth it. Here’s the exclusive breakdown of what the class of 2025 could pocket… if they last the distance:
- Eddie Kadi: £75,000 – The comedian’s ready to laugh his way to the bank.
- Kelly Brook: £80,000 – Model and actress bringing her A-game for that extra zero.
- Martin Kemp: £95,000 – Spandau Ballet legend tuning up for a lucrative jungle jam.
- Ruby Wax: £95,000 – Comedy queen hoping her wit wards off the wildlife.
- Lisa Riley: £95,000 – Emmerdale star swapping soaps for survival.
- Shona McGarty: £95,000 – EastEnders alum trading Albert Square for snake-infested squares.
- AngryGinge: £100,000 – The fiery YouTuber turning up the heat for a cool six figures.
- Alex Scott: £100,000 – Football pundit kicking goals toward a payday.
- Jack Osbourne: £200,000 – Ozzy’s son rocking the jungle for a princely sum.
- Aitch: £250,000 – Rapper aiming to rhyme his way to riches.
None of them touch Coleen Rooney’s record-smashing £1.5 million from a previous season, but these sums are still enough to make anyone rethink quitting. Yet, history proves it’s not always that simple.
Take reality star and presenter Olivia Attwood, who became a cautionary tale back in 2022. She stormed into the jungle with high hopes but was yanked out after just 48 hours on strict medical grounds. Turns out, the 34-year-old was battling severe anaemia, requiring urgent tests. Heartbreaking? Absolutely. But under the 72-hour rule, she walked away with zilch—proving that even the toughest celebs aren’t immune to the jungle’s savage surprises.
So, as the drama unfolds tonight, keep your eyes peeled: Will the entire cast hold strong, or will we witness a mass exodus that costs them every penny? The jungle doesn’t play favorites—stay tuned for the shocks!