Former Lioness and BBC Sports presenter Alex Scott arrived at Brisbane Airport with nerves and excitement swirling as she prepared for her stint on I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here!.
The 41-year-old football star looked stylish yet relaxed in a brown knitted tracksuit worth over £1,200, admitting to the Daily Mail that the journey ahead was going to be tough emotionally.
“I’m already missing Jess,” Alex said, referring to her girlfriend, singer Jess Glynne.
“This is the longest we’ve been apart since we’ve been together, so it’s really hard.
I’m going to miss her Birmingham show, but I know she’ll be cheering me on from afar.”
She added with a touch of emotion, “I’m trying not to think about how long we’ll be apart… hopefully I’ll see her on that bridge, but we’ll see.”
Heartfelt Goodbye at Heathrow
Earlier in the week, Alex and Jess shared a touching farewell at Heathrow Airport.
The couple, together since 2023, were snapped wrapped in each other’s arms before Alex’s flight, showing the depth of their bond ahead of the challenging reality TV adventure.
Alex Ready to Take on the Jungle
Once on the Aussie soil, Alex will join a star-studded lineup including Twitch personality AngryGinge (real name Morgan Burtwistle), rapper Aitch, Emmerdale’s Lisa Riley, and former EastEnders actress Shona McGarty.
Known for her competitive spirit, Alex revealed she’s “game for anything,” ready to face the show’s infamous Bushtucker Trials and push herself beyond her comfort zone, giving fans a chance to see a different side of her.
Eddie Kadi Joins the Cast with a Quirky Mission
Not long after Alex’s arrival, comedian Eddie Kadi touched down in Australia, sporting a patterned tracksuit and a playful mission.
When asked why he was there, he jokingly told the Daily Mail he was “looking for Mowgli” and hoped to reconnect with “Timon and Pumbaa.”
Despite the humor, Eddie shared his heartfelt side, revealing how much he would miss his two-year-old daughter while on the show.
Eddie’s TV career includes Strictly Come Dancing in 2023, partnered with Karen Hauer, and filming for Celebrity Apprentice.
He also co-hosts the Man Like You Podcast with Mo Gilligan, who appeared on the show in 2022.
Star-Studded Lineup Brings Excitement
The I’m A Celeb camp in Dungay, New South Wales, has already welcomed Ruby Wax, AngryGinge, Aitch, Lisa Riley, Kelly Brook, and Shona McGarty.
Late arrivals this year include Irish TV personality Vogue Williams and beloved Celebs Go Dating receptionist Tom Read Wilson, who typically have to complete a challenge before joining the other contestants.
Other anticipated arrivals include Martin Kemp and Jack Osbourne.
As always, fans can expect a mix of celebrity antics, tough challenges, and heartfelt moments, all under the careful guidance of hosts Declan Donnelly and Ant McPartlin.
Countdown to ITV’s Jungle Return
The new series of I’m A Celeb will kick off on ITV this Sunday.
Viewers can expect thrilling challenges, surprising friendships, and a chance to see their favorite stars in a whole new light—out of their comfort zones and deep in the heart of the Australian jungle.