This 2026 I’m A Celeb Star Was Once A Tradie 

The jungle is back and it is packed full of familiar faces.

I’m a Celebrity Get Me Out of Here returns on Monday, the 16th of November, 2026, and its star-studded line-up has been announced. Emanating from the jungle in New South Wales, Australia, there’s been a lot of talk about what’s in store for this year’s crew 

Ant and Dec are back as hosts, while the spinoff after-show, I'm a Celebrity: Unpacked, will also be back, under the guidance of Sam Thompson and Kemi Rodgers after Joel Dommett's departure. However, did you know that among this year’s line-up, there is a celebrity with a background in the trade? 

I’m A Celeb 2026 Cast

This year’s line-up of celebs is arguably one of the biggest yet. Undoubtedly, a huge portion of the budget has gone to securing Wayne Rooney, the former Everton, Man United and England player, who has recently turned his skills to football punditry. Alongside him are personality and Love Island icon Chloe Burrows, Gavin and Stacy star Joanna Page, and Kaiser Chiefs frontman, Ricky Wilson. 

Joining them are Paralympian Ade Adepitan, model Leomie Anderson, presenter AJ Odudu, YouTube’s Sharky, and actress Claire Sweeney. Bringing together this unique set of personalities is sure to cause chaos and drama as the latest batch attempts to survive in the jungle. 

Jack Skipper Is More Than A Comedian 

One name missed off that list is stand-up comic and social media star Jack Skipper, who found fame after uploading sketches to TikTok and Instagram during Covid. He went on to win numerous awards before touring the UK and even appearing on Live at the Apollo. He is set to join the first wave of celebrities entering the 26th series of I’m a Celeb, adding to his stardom. 

However, before his unique style of comedy found its audience, Skipper worked as a freelancer. Not only was he very briefly a labourer, but he was also a carpet fitter. In fact, he named himself the 14th best carpet fitter in the Croydon area, which isn’t too bad! Having started his career with no qualifications whatsoever, Skipper was able to find a trade that worked for him and soon allowed his experiences in the role to inspire his comic material. 

You can check out Jack Skipper at 9 PM on Monday on ITV and ITVX.