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The Sun
a day ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
BBC shelve celebrity reality show after 13 series on air
THE BBC has quietly shelved a long-running favourite after 15 years on the air. While the civilian version has been confirmed to live another day, The Sun can reveal that it's celebrity counterpart has been shelved. 4 4 Celebrity Antiques Road Trip saw two celebrities go head-to-head as they travel the country to try to find secret gems which they can later auction off. The celebrities picked are typically stars who know each other, or have worked together or against each other in the past. Unfortunately for fans, the celebrity version of the show has now been shelved. A source told The Sun Online: "Celebrity Antiques Road Trip has proved a popular show for the BBC, but the focus right now is the original version of the show. "A final decision hasn't been made on its future just yet, but it's definitely being rested for the remainder of the year and bosses will reassess in 2026." The Sun Online has approached the BBC for comment. Each paired up with an expert, the celebrity duo are given a strict budget to find trinkets that may secretly hold value. The winner was whoever takes home the most at an auction at the end of the episode. Among the celebrities who have taken part are The Traitors' Paul Gorman and Harry Clarke, The Young Ones' Nigel Planer and Alexei Sayle, 90s icons Sinitta and Samantha Fox, and former couple and Love Island winners Ekin-Su and Davide Sanclimenti. Richard Osman appeared with his now-wife Ingrid Oliver, while Gemma Collins went head-to-head with Melvin Odoom. Danny Dyer left red-faced on Celebrity Antiques Road Trip as shop owner fails to recognise him Danny Dyer also found himself in a new world when he competed against his daughter, Dani – awkwardly putting his foot in it when the person he was buying from didn't know who he was. Shop owner Judy awkwardly informs him that she only watches Coronation Street... and at the time Danny was on rival soap EastEnders as Mick Carter. 4 4
Daily Mirror
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Gemma Collins' 'risky move after 2 stone weight loss with something to prove'
Former The Only Way Is Essex star Gemma Collins is said to be close to signing a big money deal which could see her return to the I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here! jungle She's the diva who's never far from a headline – and Gemma Collins is set to grab some more as she prepares to head back into the jungle, nearly a decade after her famous early exit. This time, however, it's a whole different ballgame and there's serious money (and pride) on the line. The 43-year-old reality star is said to be close to signing a deal to take part in I'm A Celebrity: All Stars, the spin-off series filming this autumn and due to hit our screens next year. Insiders say the offer is 'too good to turn down'. A source claims to new, ' ITV bosses love Gemma because they know they'll get plenty of drama and some fabulous diva moments. She might not last long – in fact, she probably won't – but that will make it funny and unmissable viewing. They want her in there, they know the GC is a box office winner. Love her or loathe her, whether she cries, stamps her feet or has people in stitches, she'll win viewers and that's what they want. 'Gemma has been keeping a relatively low profile – by GC standards – so she knows this could be a real boost. There's an awful lot riding on it. Following years of weight battles she has lost two stone recently, she's in a good place. She's feeling more confident than ever and has said she can't wait to show off her body in a bikini on the show.' But while the big payday may sound like a dream come true – her potential fee is rumoured to be £150, 000, a far cry from the £40,000 she was reportedly given for her first jungle stint in 2014 – there's no denying it comes with a lot of pressure. The jungle whispers come after a difficult time for the former TOWIE star, who revealed last month that she'd been forced to beef up security at her Essex home after being targeted by a stalker – an ordeal she described as one of the most 'frightening' experiences of her life. A big jungle return could be just the boost she needs. But can she go the distance this time? Fans will remember her short-lived appearance in 2014, where she made her mark but faced criticism when she dramatically left after just three days. Who could forget her helicopter meltdown, her flat-out refusal to eat jungle food and those teary confessions in the Bush Telegraph? It was peak GC and that's why appearing on the All Stars edition, to be filmed in South Africa, could be a golden opportunity. Previously sharing the real reason she quit back in 2014, she explained, 'My time was short in the jungle and not many people know that I was robbed and physically attacked 24 hours before leaving for Australia. I didn't want to let anyone down, so I still went in. However, I was in a terrible state and shock, as you can imagine, and couldn't see it through. 'I took lots of stick over it, but if you was robbed and attacked and then sent into the jungle, I'm sure you would have struggled, too. I would never let anyone destroy my dreams again.' According to PR expert Lynn Carratt, Gemma will use a jungle appearance to reignite her TV career. 'She hasn't actually been on our screens since 2022, when she was in a segment on BBC 's Springwatch. She also had a guest section on The Big Breakfast as an agony aunt. 'I don't think she'll be doing this for the money. She's got over 2 million followers on Instagram and is doing lucrative brand deals every week. She's just done one with Netflix for the series Too Much and she has an active sculpt collection at Debenhams. 'Reality TV, however, is Gemma's bread and butter, from TOWIE to Dancing On Ice to her own reality show. That's how she started and how she made her name. With the jungle, she has a lot to prove. She lasted three days last time. People are going to want to see her go through it. She's dramatic, entertaining and unpredictable. 'Everything's been a bit up and down for Gemma, but she's looking great, she's lost two stone and she'll probably lose more before any filming begins. She might feel fitter and be able to handle jungle life better. It's not for the faint-hearted. It's a risk, but if she can prove herself, it could propel her back into the spotlight in a big way.' Well, if the GC back in the jungle is on next year's bingo card, we're here for it!
Daily Mail
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Soap star and former I'm A Celeb host set for 'glorious All Stars return' as second season heads to South Africa
Former Emmerdale star Adam Thomas is reportledy set for a 'glorious return' for the second series of I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here All Stars. The soap actor, 36, finished third in the 2016 season before going on to present spin-off show Extra Camp with Joel Dommett and Emily Atack in 2019. Now according to The Sun Adam is returning to the jungle for the all stars version in South Africa, alongside the likes of Harry Redknapp and Gemma Collins. A source told the publication: 'This will be a glorious return for Adam as he established himself as a true fan favourite through his series in camp and then on the spin-off show. 'He's stayed in the limelight, too, with Waterloo Road and then on ITV alongside brother Ryan with challenge show 99 To Beat. 'It's the perfect time for him to head back into the jungle and affirm his position as Mr Bushtucker Trial.' Adam, who took part in a record 12 Bushtucker Trials during his time in the Australian jungle, now appears in the BBC school drama Waterloo Road and also participated in the 2023 series of Saturday night staple Strictly Come Dancing. MailOnline have contacted Adam's representatives for comment. The first legends series aired in 2023 and saw the returns of former campmates Myleene Klass, Helen Flanagan and Jordan Banjo A source said: 'That was one of the biggest entertainment shows of the year averaging 5.2million views across its consecutive weeknight run'. 'We're very excited about bringing back campmates from over the years in a brand-new setting in South Africa'. It comes following reports that former winner Jungle King Harry, 78, and Gemma, 44, who only 72 hours in camp, were also tipped to make a return. The popular former Spurs boss is said to be set for another huge pay cheque after reportedly earning £500,000 on 2018's main series. Meanwhile, Gemma is also on the verge of landing a mega-deal - reputed to be over £150,000 - despite previously quitting 2014 show after just three days. A source told The Sun: 'It's going to be a real coup. 'Harry is TV gold and was first on the list of wannabe celebrity contestants.' MailOnline has contacted Gemma's and Harry's representative and ITV for comment. All Stars will be filmed this autumn and go out in the New Year. Harry is said to be the most popular contestant to ever have appeared on the series. A peak audience of 12.1million viewers tuned in to watch Harry be crowned the King of the Jungle on the finale, capping off weeks of record-breaking numbers for ITV's 16-year-old ratings juggernaut. Bosses at ITV revealed that the finale gave one of the show its highest peak audience of the series, with average viewing numbers of 10.9million. Based on seven-day consolidated data, the series averaged 12.2 million viewers, making it the highest rating series in the show's history. Speaking after his win, Harry said: 'I'm amazed I survived three weeks to be honest with you. 'When I first came in, I looked and I thought, "Oh my God, I'm in trouble here." I looked at the group and I thought, they don't really know or are interested in anything I'm interested in. 'I thought it's going to be a hard couple of weeks but they just dragged me through it, every one of them. 'They're the most lovely people I've ever met, the whole group. There wasn't one person I could ever say one single bad word about. They were amazing. 'Without them, I would never have survived. They really have helped me. They pulled me up hills, they've dragged me through the water.
The Sun
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Emmerdale star set for huge jungle return as he is lined up for I'm A Celebrity All Stars after narrowly losing in final
SOAP star Adam Thomas is ready to boomerang back to the jungle for I'm A Celebrity's All Stars edition. The ex- Emmerdale actor hopes to take gold after coming third to Scarlett Moffatt and Joel Dommett in 2016. 3 3 During the run, he was dubbed Mr Bushtucker Trial for taking on the most ever challenges - 12 - a record he holds to this day. Adam, 36, then became a jungle VIP by returning to host spin-off show Extra Camp in 2019 alongside Joel and Emily Atack. A source said: 'This will be a glorious return for Adam as he established himself as a true fan favourite through his series in camp and then on the spin-off show. 'He's stayed in the limelight, too, with Waterloo Road and then on ITV alongside brother Ryan with challenge show 99 To Beat. 'It's the perfect time for him to head back into the jungle and affirm his position as Mr Bushtucker Trial.' Adam is in advanced talks with ITV about signing for legends' series second run, due to be filmed in rugged Kruger National Park in South Africa this Autumn and will air next year. , 78 - crowned King of the Jungle in 2018 - and former Towie star Gemma Collins, 44, who lasted only three days in 2014. The first all-star version in 2023 saw the returns of Myleene Klass Helen Flanagan, Jordan Banjo and Carol Vorderman. It was one of the biggest entertainment shows of 2023, averaging 5.2m viewers per episode. I'm A Celebrity's regular run will return as normal to Australia this November. Adam Thomas The Emmerdale star first appeared on I'm a Celeb in 2019, where he finished in third place. Harry Redknapp Ex-football manager Harry won the 2018 series. Scarlett Moffatt The former Gogglebox star beat Adam in 2019 to be crowned Queen of the Jungle. Seann Walsh Comedian Seann entered the jungle in 2022 - after his Strictly scandal in 2018, when he was snapped snogging married pro Katya Jones. Gemma Collins The GC lasted just three days in the jungle in 2014 before quitting due to the lack of a proper toilet and sparse food.
Daily Mail
19-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Legendary I'm A Celeb winner and iconic TV star who lasted 72 HOURS on the 'brink of All Stars comeback' as second season heads to South Africa
A legendary I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here! winner and iconic TV star who lasted 72 hours are reportedly on the 'brink of an All Stars comeback' as the second season heads to South Africa. And that is none other than Jungle King Harry Redknapp and Gemma Collins, according to The Sun. The popular former Spurs boss, 78, is said to be set for another huge pay after reportedly earning £500,000 on 2018's main series. Meanwhile, Gemma is also on the verge of landing a mega-deal - reputed to be over £150,000 - despite quitting 2014's main show after just three days. A source told the publication: 'It's going to be a real coup. 'Harry is TV gold and was first on the list of wannabe celebrity contestants.' MailOnline has contacted Gemma's and Harry's representative and ITV for comment. All Stars will be filmed this autumn and go out in the New Year. Harry is said to be the most popular contestant to ever have appeared on the series. A peak audience of 12.1million viewers tuned in to watch Harry be crowned the King of the Jungle on the finale, capping off weeks of record-breaking numbers for ITV's 16-year-old ratings juggernaut. Bosses at ITV revealed that the finale gave one of the show its highest peak audience of the series, with average viewing numbers of 10.9million. Based on seven-day consolidated data, the series averaged 12.2 million viewers, making it the highest rating series in the show's history. Speaking after his win, Harry said: 'I'm amazed I survived three weeks to be honest with you. 'When I first came in, I looked and I thought, "Oh my God, I'm in trouble here." I looked at the group and I thought, they don't really know or are interested in anything I'm interested in. 'I thought it's going to be a hard couple of weeks but they just dragged me through it, every one of them. 'They're the most lovely people I've ever met, the whole group. There wasn't one person I could ever say one single bad word about. They were amazing. 'Without them, I would never have survived. They really have helped me. They pulled me up hills, they've dragged me through the water. 'They've been pushing me; "C'mon Harry get up, you can do it".' Meanwhile, Gemma headed Down Under back in 2014, but only lasted in the jungle for three days before jetting back to the UK. Following her abrupt exit over a decade ago, Gemma admitted she would be willing to give the jungle another go if given the chance. She told the Sun in 2015: 'Everything would be different a second time. I'd be like Lara Croft and Angelina Jolie rolled into one, and I'd do the tasks. 'I'm not scared of nothing. Hopefully one day the producers may give me another chance.' And the reality star has previously vowed to stay until the end, telling the Mirror ahead of her jungle adventure: 'I think that I'm going to find it extremely tough; like every time I think about it, I feel sick, actually. 'It's going to be difficult for me, but, you know, no one takes the GC down. Yeah, every time I feel down, I'm just going to take a deep breath, and go, "You can do this. You can do it." That's what I'm going in with, that mindset. Nothing can kill me.' During her appearance on the show, the GC was seen complaining over the lack of food and far-from plush environment, leading many fans to suggest this was the reason she left.
