Beverley Callard has signed up to I’m A Celebrity’s All Stars spin-off in South Africa, according to reports.
The Coronation Street actress is already said to be filming the ITV series alongside the other campmates in South Africa.
TV insiders said Beverley is keen to give I’m A Celebrity another shot after her disappointing first attempt. The soap star originally took part in the 2020 series, which had to be filmed in Wales due to the Covid pandemic.
A source told The Sun: “Beverley’s first taste of I’m A Celebrity was in a cold, wet castle in Wales and it was a tough experience – although she loved making so many new friends. When the chance came up to fly to South Africa and have a second spin of the wheel she jumped at the chance.”
Earlier this week, we revealed the I’m A Celebrity South Africa rumoured line-up. Here’s everything we know about Beverley, who’s taking part and when the All Stars series starts.
I’m a Celebrity All Stars: Beverley Callard
Beverley Callard is best known for her leading role in Coronation Street. The actress played Rovers Return landlady Liz McDonald in the ITV soap.
She joined Corrie in 1989 and, although she dipped in and out several times over the years, Beverley played Liz until 2020. One she had left Weatherfield, Beverley signed up to I’m A Celebrity…Get Me Out Of Here!.
Unfortunately, the covid pandemic meant Bev’s IAC series couldn’t be filmed in Australia as usual. Travel restrictions meant the show’s producers and crew had to look for another venue. In the end, I’m A Celebrity 2020 took place at Gwrych Castle in Wales.
Beverley was third to be eliminated. Podcast host Giovanna Fletcher was later crowned Queen of the Castle when she won the show.
What is I’m A Celebrity South Africa?
I’m A Celebrity South Africa is also known as the All Stars series. It is pre-recorded and features a line-up of former I’m A Celebrity…Get Me Out Of Here! campmates. They will all be hoping to be crowned the I’m A Celebrity Legend.
The first series of I’m A Celebrity South Africa aired in 2023. Last week, ITV confirmed the show will be returning for a second series. It is currently being filmed in Kruger National Park in South Africa.
There was no public vote the first time around. The campmates took on a series of head-to-head trials and challenges, which resulted in eliminations for the losing celebs. Eventually, Myleene Klass and Jordan Banjo were left standing. Myleene was crowned the Legend following a stomach-churning eating trial.
ITV has, however, announced a big twist for series two. This time there WILL be a public vote. The cameras are currently rolling in South Africa will stop once the final two campmates have been selected. The pre-recorded series will air next year and finish with a live broadcast in London.
Fans will be able to vote for who they want as their winner during the live broadcast.
Who is joining Beverley Callard in I’m A Celebrity South Africa?
This week, we revealed the full line-up of rumoured starts taking part in I’m A Celebrity’s All Stars spin-off. Beverley Callard has since been revealed as a ‘surprise addition’.
Returning campmates who have flown to South Africa are said to include Sir Mo Farah – who was in IAC with Beverley in 2020. Other names among the line-up are retired football manager Harry Redknapp, reality star Gemma Collins, actor Adam Thomas and 80s popstar Sinitta.
Boxer David Haye is also said to be returning, along with Pussycat Doll Ashley Roberts, comedian Seann Walsh and soap star Craig Charles. Former Gogglebox star Scarlett Moffatt reportedly completes the line-up.
When does I’m A Celebrity South Africa start?
An exact return date for I’m A Celebrity South Africa is yet to be confirmed. It will, however, air in 2026.
The 2023 series of All Stars ran from April 24 and May 12. If it follows the same schedule pattern, you can expect it on your telly in the spring.
I’m A Celebrity South Africa will be hosted by Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly. Obviously!
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