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CURTAIN CALL CAME TOO SOON! Four ‘I’m A Celeb’ Stars CAUGHT RED-HANDED After Posting the ‘Smoking Gun’ That They’re Flying to Australia

In a plot twist worthy of the jungle itself, eagle-eyed fans have spotted what could be the ultimate giveaway for this year’s I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! lineup. With ITV still playing coy about the official cast reveal, four rumored contestants appear to have slipped up big time on social media—following the show’s official Instagram account and igniting a frenzy of speculation. Could this be the “smoking gun” confirming their one-way ticket Down Under? Viewers think so, and the evidence is stacking up faster than Bushtucker Trial challenges.

Martin Kemp attending the "Deadpool & Wolverine" UK Fan Event.
Martin Kemp attending the “Deadpool & Wolverine” UK Fan Event.

It all kicked off on Reddit, where a sharp fan dropped the bombshell: “It seems that rumoured contestants Martin Kemp, Alex Scott, Lisa Riley, and Eddie Kadi have all followed the official I’m A Celebrity account… surely that confirms their participation.” Backed by damning screenshots, the post has fans buzzing, turning a simple social media follow into celebrity sleuthing gold. After all, why else would these stars suddenly cozy up to the jungle’s digital HQ unless they’re prepping for creepy crawlies and campfire confessions?

Lisa Riley attends the Inside Soap Awards 2025.
Lisa Riley attends the Inside Soap Awards 2025.

Leading the pack is 80s icon Martin Kemp, the 64-year-old Spandau Ballet heartthrob who’s no stranger to the spotlight. Fresh off reports of advanced talks with producers, Martin could be following in the muddy footsteps of his son Roman Kemp and former bandmate Tony Hadley, both jungle veterans. A source spilled to The Mirror: “Martin is a household name—topping the charts in the 80s and stealing scenes in EastEnders in the early 2000s. He’s a stellar signing, and everyone’s thrilled at the idea of him tackling the Aussie outback.” Imagine the gold (through the barricades) this pop legend could bring to camp!

A screenshot of a search for "Im" on an Instagram account, showing "martinsimhangbe" and "imacelebrity" as results.
A screenshot of a search for “Im” on an Instagram account, showing “martinsimhangbe” and “imacelebrity” as results.

Not far behind is Emmerdale powerhouse Lisa Riley, 49, who’s been eyeing a jungle stint for years. As the beloved Mandy Dingle, she’s got soap star charisma in spades, and insiders say she’s locked in advanced negotiations. Revealed exclusively by The Sun back in August as the first name on the list, Lisa’s naughty sense of humor is set to be a camp highlight. “She’s perfect for the show,” a TV insider dished. “From a massive ITV soap with millions of fans, plus that mischievous vibe that’ll have everyone in stitches. Emmerdale alums always crush it on I’m A Celeb, and Lisa’s no exception—she’ll win hearts at home while battling the bugs.”

Adding athletic edge to the mix is Alex Scott, the 41-year-old ex-Lioness and Football Focus host, who’s reportedly itching to swap the pitch for the jungle pit. Last month’s Sun exclusive painted her as a prime pick, eager to reveal a fun, fearless side beyond her serious broadcasting persona. “Alex loves pushing boundaries,” a source revealed. “The jungle’s the ultimate test—showing fans the real her, tough as nails and ready for whatever slimy surprises come her way. She’s game for it all, literally!”

Rounding out the quartet is comedian Eddie Kadi, 42, fresh from dazzling on Strictly Come Dancing with pro Karen Hauer and flexing his skills on Celebrity Apprentice. The Sun broke the news last week that this quick-witted funnyman is jungle-bound, promising non-stop laughs amid the trials. “Eddie’s hilarious and will be the comic relief the camp needs,” an insider gushed. “His sharp wit is bound to rack up new fans—expect banter that’ll light up the outback like a campfire.”

But the drama doesn’t stop there. The Sun has also teased other big names gearing up for the adventure, including EastEnders alum Shona McGarty, reality royalty Jack Osbourne, and comedy queen Ruby Wax. With this star-studded whisper list, the 2025 series is shaping up to be an unmissable showdown of egos, endurance, and epic one-liners.

As the countdown to the jungle heats up, fans are glued to social media for more clues. Will these follows turn into full-fledged confirmations? Or is it all a clever red herring? One thing’s for sure: if these celebs are heading to Australia, their online blunder just turned the anticipation dial to maximum. Stay tuned— the curtain’s about to rise on what could be the wildest I’m A Celeb yet!