Former Strictly star AJ Pritchard 'signs up' for I'm A Celebrity
He quit Strictly earlier this year!
Last updated 21st Oct 2020
After four amazing years on Strictly Come Dancing, professional dancer AJ Pritchard left fans gutted back in March, when he revealed he'd quit the show to 'follow his dreams to explore opportunities in the presenting world' alongside his brother, Love Island's Curtis Pritchard.
Whilst the Coronavirus pandemic scuffed AJ's big plans, it sounds like fans will get to see the 25-year-old back on TV screens sooner rather than later, as he's reportedly signed up to take part in this year's I'm A Celebrity.
A source told the Mail Online, "AJ is really excited – he can't wait to get going and for the show to start. It was always his aim to do more TV work after leaving Strictly and there's no bigger challenge than I'm A Celeb.
“He's an early riser, into his fitness and a dedicated person – he hopes being part of camp will give viewers the chance to get to know him better.
“The only downside is he won't be taking part with brother Curtis, who he's really enjoyed working with since lockdown.”
Check out the full rumoured line-up for I'm a Celebrity 2020:
Alan Halsall
Coronation Street star Alan Halsall has been in the rumour mill for a number of years now and it's understood he was due to appear in 2023, before picking up a nasty ACL injury which resulted in him needing major surgery. It's now being reported that bosses are keen to sign Alan for the 2024 show.
Olivia Attwood
As fans will know, reality star Olivia Attwood was forced to quit the 2022 series due to medical reasons, leaving her gutted. Olivia later hinted she could return for the 2023 series, admitting she'd had chats with bosses during an appearance on Loose Women.
However, after Olivia didn't appear in the 2023 series, could she feature on the 2024 line-up?
Phillip Schofield
After leaving his presenting role on This Morning in 2023, rumours were rife that Phillip Schofield could take part in the 2023 series. As fans will know, Phillip wasn't on the line-up, but with reports suggesting he's about to make a comeback to TV, could I'm A Celeb be the platform he needs to re-launch his career?
Alex Beresford
Good Morning Britain weather reporter Alex Beresford has recently expressed interest in appearing on I'm A Celeb. He told the Mirror: "Out of all the shows I would love to do, I would love to do the jungle."
Alex recently appeared on BBC One's Celebrity Race Across The World.
Danny Dyer
Since Danny Dyer left his iconic role as Queen Vic landlord Mick Carter on EastEnders last year, he's been heavily rumoured for I'm A Celeb.
Of course, his family are no strangers to reality TV, with Danny's daughter Dani winning Love Island back in 2018.
Denise van Outen
The lovely Denise van Outen is no stranger to reality shows, having appeared on the likes of Strictly Come Dancing and Celebrity Gogglebox in recent years.
Denise has previously admitted she turned down the offer in 2021, so will 2024 be her year?
Sam Aston
Coronation Street legend Sam Aston hinted he'd love to take part in the show in 2021.
Speaking to OK! Magazine at the time, he said: "I've always said no to all of those shows, but then recently for some reason I've been more open to the idea. Jennie McAlpine and Andy Whyment did the jungle and both of them said it's the experience of a lifetime.
"If I was offered it I would be open to the idea and open to the extra pennies!"
The Vivienne
RuPaul's Drag Race UK winner The Vivienne recently admitted she would love to appear on I'm A Celeb during a chat with Lorraine.
She said: "Do you know what, I've never thought about it but what an absolutely amazing opportunity that would be."
Phil Taylor
Ever since he admitted he'd 'love' to appear on the show a number of years ago, darts legend Phil Taylor has been heavily rumoured every year. As he's not yet entered the jungle, could 2024 be his year?
Will Mellor
Following his stint on Strictly Come Dancing in 2022, it seems actor Will Mellor has the reality TV bug, as he's admitted to his friend and former co-star Ralf Little he'd fancy appearing on I'm A Celeb. Could 2024 be his year?
Richard Arnold
Good Morning Britain's entertainment presenter Richard Arnold is usually the one travelling over to Australia to report on the cast, but if rumours are to be believed, he could be taking part this year!
Of course, if AJ is in the confirmed line-up, he won't be jetting off to sunny Australia like previous years.
Due to the Coronavirus pandemic, ITV bosses previously announced the 2020 series of I'm A Celebrity will be taking place at Gwrych Castle, Abergele in North Wales.
Speaking in August, Richard Cowles, Director of Entertainment at ITV Studios, said, "The Australian jungle is such an integral part of the show it was a big challenge to find a UK location where we could continue to deliver what viewers love about I'm A Celebrity...Get Me Out Of Here!
"But Gwrych will definitely do that; the Castle sits in an amazing and atmospheric setting on a hillside overlooking the Irish Sea. While there will be plenty of changes required as we move from New South Wales in Australia to North Wales in the UK, we are really excited to see how we can adapt the format."
No further details have been announced about the show, but as you can imagine, it's certainly going to be a lot different from the usual rain forest in Australia.
Let's hope the 2020 camp mates pack a hot water bottle! 🙈
Find out everything you need to know about I'm A Celebrity 2020 right here.