Manchester rapper Aitch has been confirmed as one of the stars entering the jungle for this years ‘I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here!’ The 25 year old, best known for hit songs such as ‘Taste (Make It Shake)’, ‘Rain’ and ‘My G’, will join a cast for well-known faces as the show returns for its 25th series in Australia.
Aitch, whose real name is Harrison Armstrong, was spotted arriving at Brisbane Airport earlier this week, which confirmed the rumours that he would be part of the line up this year. The rapper told reporters he was “ready for anything” and joked about the show’s famous Bushtucker Trials. “Snake on toast? That’s all right that, innit?” he laughed, adding that he’ll miss his sister the most while he’s away.
@thedailystar “I’m going to miss my sister, even though she’s a little s***t!” says rapper Aitch as he lands in Australia ahead of I’m a Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here! #dailystar #imacelebritygetmeoutofhere ♬ original sound – Star ⭐️
The ITV reality series, hosted by Ant and Dec, sees celebrities live together in the Australian jungle while facing a series on mental and physical challenges. It returns to ITV on November 16, with the full-line up featuring a mixture of TV personalities, athletes, and entertainers.
Joining Aitch this year in the jungle is a mix of familiar faces across different areas of UK entertainment. Ruby Wax, comedian and mental-health advocate; and Martin Kemp, Spandau Ballet bassist and actor, bring decades of showbiz experience. They’re joined by Kelly Brook, model and presenter; and Jack Osbourne, reality-TV star and son of Black Sabbath frontman Ozzy Osbourne.
Joining them is Alex Scott MBE, former England footballer and broadcaster; comedian Eddie Kadi; Lisa Riley, known for her role in ‘Emmerdale’; and Shona McGarty, who recently left ‘Emmerdale’. Finally, social-media personality Angry Ginge (real name Morgan Burtwistle) joins the line-up, and his rise from social media adds a Gen Z twist to the line-up.
Aitch’s inclusion marks one of the first times a major UK rap artist has taken part in ‘I’m a Celeb’, showing how to genre continues to break into mainstream media. Since emerging from Manchester’s rap scene in 2018, Aitch has become one of the most prominent names in British rap, earning multiple Top 10 singles, a BRIT nomination, and collaborations with artists such as Ed Sheeran and Stormzy. His mix of cheeky humour, lyrical skill, and Northern charm has made him a relatable figure in UK music.
Fans have predicted Aitch will bring personality and banter to the jungle.
@imacelebrity @aitch12 ♬ original sound – I’m A Celebrity…
