Frankie Dettori led his I’m A Celebrity team to victory as he battled it out with newcomer Tony Bellew in the Don’t Drop The Ball Bushtucker Trial on Thursday night.
The jockey legend, 52, and the former professional boxer, 40, became the latest stars to become campmates and were quickly put to the test when they had to grab pig testicles by their teeth and attempt an assault course in the grisly challenge.
Introducing the new arrivals, host Declan Donnelly asked them: ‘Which team are you going to coach? Well, there’s only one way to find out – you two are about to go head-to-head in a trial!’
Tony reacted: ‘Oh for f**k sake. I just looked at them and thought, “I’m going to stroll into camp nice and clean”.’
The two newcomers became coaches of the two teams, with the rest of the 10 celebrities divided up for the series of challenges in the Scarena over the next few days.
Race: Frankie Dettori led his I’m A Celebrity team to victory as he battled it out with newcomer Tony Bellew in the Don’t Drop The Ball Bushtucker Trial on Thursday night
Grisly: The jockey legend, 52, and the former professional boxer, 40, became the latest stars to become campmates and were quickly put to the test
Frankie had Sam Thompson, Danielle Harold, Nella Rose, Jamie-Lynn Spears and Fred Sirieix as his teammates.
In Tony’s team was Josie Gibson, Marvin Humes, Nigel Farage, Grace Dent and Nick Pickard.
Ant McPartlin explained: ‘This is Don’t Drop The Ball. Using only your mouths you have to move the balls from one end of the Scarena over the obstacles to the other end of the Scarena.
‘The first coach to get five balls will be the coach of the Home team. And they’ll go to main camp and enjoy a lovely meal tonight. The loser will be the coach of the Away team.’
Dec told the pair: ‘You can only move one ball at a time… you may have noticed these are no ordinary balls, these are pigs’ testicles.’
Ant said of Frankie: ‘He’s used to races, Frankie.’ Frankie laughed: ‘Not pigs’ balls…’
Asked how they tasted as the race got under way, Tony said: ‘Salty’.
And as Frankie leapt ahead, easily jumping over the obstacles, Ant said: ‘It’s like he’s dismounting from a horse after winning’.
Bring it on: Introducing the new arrivals, host Dec asked them: ‘Which team are you going to coach? Well, there’s only one way to find out – you two are about to go head-to-head’
Teams: Frankie had Sam, Danielle , Nella, Jamie-Lynn and Fred as his teammates. Tony had Josie, Marvin, Nigel, Grace and Nick
Giving it his all: Sportsman Tony threw himself into the challenge as he made his way around the assault course with the pig testicles
Concentration: Nella was covered in slime and feathers as she tried to receive the star
Messy: Josie Gibson was deluged in green gunk
Determined: Jamie-Lynn Spears also struggled as she tried to race against the clock
Wall of shame: Tony’s team were banished to the Away camp
Disgusting: The twist is they hadcarry the testicles in their mouths in the assault course aptly named Don’t Drop The Ball
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Ending victorious, Frankie became the Home team coach, while Tony became the Away team coach.
Ahead of their grand entrance, Frankie and Tony wasted no time in getting acquainted with the local wildlife during a pre-show photoshoot.
They were seen posing with CJ the koala during a trip to the Australian Koala Foundation ahead of their journey into the unknown.
Upon entering the jungle, Tony admitted he is ‘in to win it’, and could have a few vocal punches up his sleeve with co-star Nigel following their previous online spat with one another.
Tony said: ‘I’m going into the jungle because it’s a challenge and I love a challenge. I’m a serial winner, I hate to lose.
‘I’m not going to give in. I’ve faced many different things in my life and now the jungle is next, let’s see what you’ve got for me.’
Meanwhile, hailing the jungle as his biggest challenge’, Frankie hoped to energise the camp with his positivity.
He said: ‘My strength as a person, I’m a fighter. I won’t lie to you, I can be quite moody sometimes when I lose so I don’t know what kind of Frankie is going to come out there.
‘I feel sorry for my campmates, I’ll be arriving full of energy, they’ll be starving hungry so I hope I give them a bit of energy when I turn up…
‘I’ve been racing for 36 years under thousands of people but this is my biggest challenge.’
Exciting: Frankie, 52, and Tony, 40, are the latest campmates to join the camp after the others arrived last Sunday
Adorable: The pair have wasted no time in getting acquainted with the local wildlife during a pre-show photoshoot
Drama: Upon entering the jungle, Tony admitted he is ‘in to win it’, and could have a few vocal punches up his sleeve with co-star Nigel Farage following their previous online spat
Lighter note: Meanwhile, hailing the jungle as his biggest challenge’, Frankie hoped to energise the camp with his positivity
Game face: The pair look ready to take on the jungle as they prepare to get stuck in
Awks: Tony could be involved in a Brexit bust-up with Nigel over his political views – following Nella and Nigel’s awkward discussion on Wednesday (pictured Nigel Farage)
Unfinished business: In 2022, Tony branded Nigel an ‘absolute maniac’ for his opinion on immigration
Tony could be involved in a Brexit bust-up with Nigel over his political views – following Nella and Nigel’s awkward discussion on Wednesday.
In 2022, Tony branded Nigel an ‘absolute maniac’ for his opinion on immigration.
Tony hit out at the politician for his video message that he posted online discussing figures from the Office of National Statistics that suggested London, Birmingham and Manchester were all classed as minority white cities.
At the time, Nigel explained: ‘There is a massive change in the identity of our country through immigration.
In response to Nigel’s message, Tony hit back and wrote: ‘Why does someone’s colour matter? Who cares if your white, black, yellow or pink? All that matters is are they good or no good people!
‘Learn to see people for who they are and not what they look like! It’s cos of people like you that racism still exists! Absolute maniac you are!’
I’m A Celebrity …Get Me Out Of Here! continues Thursday 23th November at 9pm on ITV1 and ITVX
I’m A Celebrity 2023: Meet the campmates
NIGEL FARAGE
Claim to fame: Former leader of the UK Independence Party and leader of the Brexit Party.
Phobias: Nobody likes rats, snakes and I am dreading anything to do with heights.
Biggest misconception you want to dispel?: I have been demonised over the years and so it will be nice to show people I am not nasty.
Role in camp: Lead on starting up plenty of campfire discussions.
Aside from your family, what will you miss the most whilst in camp?: A pint in the pub and the news.
Best & worst attributes: I hope to cheer people up when they are down. Worst? I am impatient and I do snore.
Dream camper: As a controversial political media figure, I never name names… But I am looking forward to meeting interesting people from all different fields
DANIELLE HAROLD
Claim to fame: EastEnders actress.
Phobias: Rats. I hate them!
Biggest misconception you want to dispel in the jungle?: I can be a little ditzy at times but I am definitely not a ‘dumb blonde’. I want to show I can do the trials, challenges and get stuck in.
Role in camp: Shoulder to cry on, help others if they are feeling low in camp.
Aside from family, what will you miss most whilst in camp?: Snacking. I am a little muncher and I am going to miss my morning cup of tea, too!
Best & worst attributes: I’d like to think I will be good if people are really struggling. I am not, however, very good at being bored, nor am I a morning person either.
Dream camper: Ed Sheeran. If he brings his guitar into camp, he can sing for us.
FRED SIRIEIX
Claim to fame: First Dates star.
Phobias: I am scared of everything. I am dying to find out how vile the food will be!
Biggest misconception you want to dispel in the jungle?: I don’t think there is anything but I am looking forward to learning more about myself during my time in the camp.
Role in camp: I will definitely muck in with all the jobs. I don’t mind cooking or cleaning the toilets.
Aside from your family, what will you miss the most whilst in camp? My bed. It’s super comfy. I will also miss a cup of coffee in the morning.
Best & worst attributes: I like to have fun but I do snore and I am impatient!
Dream camper: It’s going to be nice to meet everyone but I’d love to see Dolly Parton, The Rock or Snoop Dog in there.
NELLA ROSE
Claim to fame: YouTuber and Catfish UK star.
Phobias: I am fearful of everything!
Biggest misconception you want to dispel in the jungle? I am a pretty open book.
Role in camp: Keep the morale and humour high.
Aside from your family, what will you miss the most whilst in camp? My phone… I am always on it!
Dream camper: Alison Hammond or Adele.
NICK PICKARD
Claim to fame: Hollyoaks star.
Phobias: I am a bit scared of the dark. When you go to the House of Horrors at Halloween and things jump out at you, I am not very good when I can’t see!
Biggest misconception you want to dispel in the jungle: It will be nice to go in as me and not as my Hollyoaks character.
Role in camp: Grafter or chef, I am quite good at cooking. But I’ve never cooked on a fire before. Aside from family, what will you miss most whilst in camp: Football and my creature comforts.
Best & worst attributes: I’d like to think I am a nice person and a good team player. I am not lazy but I do have a few bad habits like picking my nose. My girlfriend has been trying to train me to stop!
Dream camper: Sir Alex Ferguson or Neil Warnock.
FRANKIE DETTORI
Claim to fame: Champion Jockey
Phobias: I am not sure as I don’t walk across rooftop planks in the middle of the day nor do I have any snakes or rats in the house!
Biggest misconception you want to dispel in the jungle: None. I’ve lived in the public domain for as long as I can remember so I’d hope everyone knows me well.
Role in camp: To have fun with everyone, I am a happy-go- lucky person.
Aside from your family, what will you miss the most whilst in camp? Travelling. I have spent my whole life at airports and I’ve got to like it!
Best & worst attributes: I am outgoing and I am a fighter. Worst? I can’t sit still and I am impatient.
Dream camper: Robbie Williams would be fun.
JAMIE LYNN SPEARS
Claim to fame: Zoey 101 and Sweet Magnolias star.
Phobias: I am scared of everything.
Biggest misconception you want to dispel in the jungle?: I think this is a nice chance to show who I really am.
Role in camp: Hopefully I will be the one who can support everyone.
Aside from family, what will you miss the most whilst in camp? A normal bathroom, air conditioning and my bed.
Best & worst attributes: I think my best quality is it takes a lot to hurt my feelings; but I am impatient and my family would say I get in a bad mood a lot.
Dream camper: Nicole Kidman, she is my favourite actress in the whole wide world, or Reece Witherspoon.
SAM THOMPSON
Claim to fame: Made In Chelsea star and radio presenter.
Phobias: I am not a creepy crawly guy and I hate anyone or anything touching my neck.
Biggest misconception you want to dispel in the jungle?: Since the age of 21, I’ve spent my whole life on TV and so I feel whether people have a good or bad opinion of me, it’s probably warranted!
Role in camp: I’m a ‘yes’ man so cooking, cleaning I will do whatever they want me to do.
Aside from family, what will you miss most whilst in camp?: I know this sounds lame but gaming.
Best & worst attributes: I’d like to think I am the court jester and I don’t take things too seriously, so if anyone is having a bad day I would like to put a smile on their face. Worst? I am quite forgetful and I am bad at focusing on things.
Dream camper: Stephen Fry. I think I would self-combust if he was going in the jungle!
JOSIE GIBSON
Claim to fame: This Morning presenter.
Phobias: Insects and I freeze every time I see a spider and I am not sure what I am going to do if I am in a trial with them!
Biggest misconception you want to dispel in the jungle?: I would like people to know I am very clever at knowing useless information!
Role in camp: Mum. I am very motherly and I also love chatting to people.
Aside from family, what will you miss most whilst in camp?: Getting up to blow dry my hair and putting a bit of make-up on!
Best & worst attributes: I am an optimist and I love meeting people from all walks of life. Worst? I can be quite nosey and I am worried about my temper if I am too hungry.
Dream camper: Dawn French, I love her.
MARVIN HUMES
Claim to fame: JLS star.
Phobias: Heights. I have pulled out of a skydive with JLS in the past because I was too scared!
Biggest misconception you want to dispel in the jungle: To show I am not just a member of a boy band. It will be nice for people to learn more about me.
Role in camp: I’d like to think I will be a shoulder to cry on and a mediator.
Aside from family, what will you miss most whilst in camp?: My fantasy football app! I am obsessed with it! Four weeks without music is a long time, too.
Best & worst attributes: I’ve got three children under the age of ten and you definitely need a lot of patience for that! Worst? Rochelle would probably say I get ‘hangry’ if I don’t have enough food.
Dream camper: Paddy McGuinness – I’ve done Soccer Aid with him before and I know he’s funny, he gets stuck in and he is hands on.
GRACE DENT
Claim to fame: MasterChef star and food critic.
Phobias: Horrible people.
Biggest misconception you want to dispel in the jungle: People think I am quite forthright and scary but I don’t think I am scary! Hopefully people will see this.
Role in camp: Shoulder to cry on and I am a practical cook so I can help out.
Aside from your family, what will you miss the most whilst in camp? My three cats and my make-up bag. I love a bit of glamour.
Best & worst attributes: I would like to think I am funny! My worst quality is lack of sleep. I like my sleep.
Dream camper: Queen Camilla. She would be very practical. And Madonna – she could perform tracks from her Greatest Hits tour!
TONY BELLEW
Claim to fame: Former champion boxer
Phobias: Like most normal people, I am scared of almost everything.
Biggest misconception you want to dispel in the jungle: People will portray me as something I am not because of the profession I have had. I am just a normal person.
Role in camp: I’d like to think I am domesticated so hopefully I can help out.
Best & worst attributes: I do get hangry…who doesn’t! But I am easy going and I get on with everyone.
