Holly Willoughby and Dec Donnelly will ‘live together’ during I’m a Celebrity

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by Jack Mallinson |
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The pair want to ensure they have the best possible on screen chemistry for the show

Holly Willoughby and Dec Donnelly will share a beachside home together as they film the latest series of I'm A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here.

The couple will both bring their families with them and live in close quarters.

Just like Ant and Dec have done for previous seasons, our two hosts will share their home for the duration of the series, wining and dining together and building on an already strong relationship.

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Malique Thompson-Dwyer

It's been reported that I'm A Celeb bosses are keen to sign Hollyoaks star Malique Thompson-Dwyer, who plays Theo McQueen, after he won Best On-Screen Partnership at The British Soap Awards.The 20-year-old actor who won the award alongside his onscreen brother Theo Graham, aka Hunter McQueen, is said to be excited about the reality TV show."Jungle producers were keen to snap up a young star with a fresh following to tune into the show."Malique is over the moon about the gig and has been hitting up the gym already to make sure his body is as buff as possible by the time he goes to Oz," a source told The Sun.They added: "He knows this is a huge opportunity and wants to make sure it's as fruitful as possible."He's a city lad, so will find it tough living without his creature comforts, but he's up for a challenge."We wonder how he'll take a short break from Hollyoaks so he can head down under...

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Kieran Hayler

We've seen Katie Price in the jungle twice and now her estranged husband, Kieran Hayler, is said to be negotiating a big money fee to appear on the show."Kieran's had a real bashing these last few months from Katie - doing I'm A Celebrity would be his chance to shine away from her. He's been in contact with the show's bosses and has been bragging to his mates about being in this series," a source told The Sun."Kieran wants a big money deal and has told his mates he won't be doing it for a pittance. Now he's getting buff again too he's been saying it's because he wants to look his best in the jungle," the source continued.

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Emily Atack

She played Will McKenzie's love interest in the Inbetweeners from 2008 to 2010 but it looks like we might see Emily Atack back on our screens as it's been reported that she's taking part in I'm A Celeb this year.According to TV sources, the actress is hoping that by going into the jungle it'll give her "some stability in the UK" as the ITV show has "lots of coverage".The insider went on to tell The Sun: "I'm A Celeb approached Emily a while ago and she jumped at the chance."She knows being on the show will massively up her profile and hopes it will be a major turning point for her career."Bosses are thrilled she is on board because she's absolutely stunning."

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Coronation Street's Michael Le Vell was declared bankruptearlier this year so perhaps a stint in I'm A Celeb... would help top up his coffers.

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Brendan Cole

Brendan wascruelly booted from Strictly Come Dancing this year which means there's a hole in his work schedule this winter. Very strong possibility that this rumour will come true.

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Chloe Madeley

Fitness fanatic Chloe Madeley could keep the camp's spirits up by leading some workouts. She [showed us her fitness tips ](http://Chloe Madeley)and we're big fans.

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Catherine Tyldesley

Catherine Tyldesley is quitting Coronation Street after seven years on the cobbles. Going Down Under would show the public she's more than just Eva Price.

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Christine McGuinness

Paddy McGuinness' wife is said to be high on ITV bosses' wish list who hope she'll lift the lid on her marriage secrets following Paddy's boozy night out with Nicole Appleton which caused waves for the pair.

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Gemma Collins

We will never give up hope that Gemma Collins will return to the jungle. Never!

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Frankie Bridge

Frankie Bridge took on Strictly in 2014, could she follow in her husband's footsteps with a stint in the jungle?

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Ronnie O’Sullivan

The snoooker champ is widely being tipped to be in the jungle this year. Neutral feelings.

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Faye Brooks

Another Corrie star being tipped for the jungle, doing time in the jungle would give Faye Brooks the chance to open up about her sex tape horrorand maybe talk about her longterm relationship with Gareth Gates.

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Katie McGlynn

Katie McGlynn is yet another Coronation Street being tipped for I'm A Celeb. Surely one of them will make it in?

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James Argent

Towie's James Argent could follow his love Gemma Collins into the jungle. Hopefully he'd last a little longer in there than she did.

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Charlotte Dawson

Our favourite Celebs Go Dating contestant EVER and daughter of comedy leg-end Les Dawson is said to be heading Down Under.

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Olivia Attwood

Love Island's Olivia Attwood is said to be in talks with ITV bosses about a slot on the popular show.

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Shayne Ward

Shayne Ward hit back at fat-shamers over his "dad bod" earlier this year but we'd love to see him under the jungle shower. Following his heartbreaking exit from Coronation Street, ITV bosses are apparently desperate to sign Shayne. An insider told The Sun: "Shayne has built up a huge and loyal fan base at Corrie and his exit storyline has been talked about up and down the country."But behind the scenes he's also considered one of the nicest men in soap with a quirky sense of humour that would work well in the jungle camp."

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The move comes as the pair want to ensure that they have the best possible on screen chemistry, and living together is as good a way to ensure that as any.

A source told the Daily Star: "This is one of the ideas they have been quite keen on.

"It makes sense for the top talent to stick together and the quality of the show depends on the chemistry between them."

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The penthouse is located in Murwillumbah, New South Wales, and both hosts will also move their young families in with them.

Dec and his wife Ali will reportedly be bringing their baby daughter, Isla, with them for the first time, after she was born last weekend.

Holly is, of course, taking over for Ant McPartlin, who is still taking time away from the limelight after his drink driving charge earlier this year. It will be the first series without him.

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