Sam Thompson was overwhelmed with excitement to have met up with I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here! hosts Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly for his Bushtucker Trial on Sunday’s episode.
The former Made In Chelsea star, 31, was chosen by the public on Saturday to take part in the Fishy Business trial with YouTuber Nella Rose, 26.
And any worries about taking part in a notoriously tough Bushtucker Trial were put aside as Sam seemed beyond ecstatic to be standing with Ant and Dec in the trial area.
Sam admitted to Ant and Dec: ‘It’s a pleasure, it’s an honour. I’ve always wanted to be stood here looking at you guys like this, so this is just really, really cool.’
Ant said: ‘I’m not sure if Nella agrees…’
Ecstatic: Sam Thompson was overwhelmed to have met up with I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here! hosts Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly for his Bushtucker Trial on Sunday’s episode
Delighted: Any worries about taking part in a notoriously tough Bushtucker Trial were put aside as Sam seemed beyond ecstatic to be standing with Ant (left) and Dec (right)
Nella admitted: ‘You’re here to face your fears, it’s not really a free holiday, so, you just expect the unexpected all the time.’
Sam insisted: ‘We’re a great team. Sam and Nella… it’s catching!’
The pair took part in a question and answer trial which involved seven water tanks, one containing questions and six displaying sea creatures, with the creatures all being possible answers.
Nella read out the questions and Sam was tasked with finding the answers.
Once Sam was at his chosen tank which he thought contained the answer, he had to release a yellow star using only his mouth.
After the star was released they were informed by Ant and Dec if their answer was correct.
Sam ad Nella managed to win 10 out of a possible 12 stars for camp.
Ant and Dec gave them a round applause as they exited the water.
Challenge: The former Made In Chelsea star, 31, was chosen by the public on Saturday to take part in the Fishy Business trial with YouTuber Nella Rose, 26 (pictured)
Task: The pair took part in a question and answer trial which involved seven water tanks, one containing questions and six displaying sea creatures (Sam pictured)
Sam confessed: ‘All I’ve ever wanted is to make you proud.’
Dec replied: ‘Oh, Sam!’
Sam said: ‘I’m really proud of us.’
Television personality Sam’s enthusiastic interaction with Ant and Dec came after he was very excited to meet his fellow campmates during the opening episode of this year’s series.
He was compared to an ‘excitable puppy’ by fans as he appeared starstruck to meet his fellow campmates.
Sam started off the series alongside Masterchef’s Grace Dent, First Dates’ Fred Siriex and EastEnders’ Danielle Harold, all of whom he greeted with huge hugs.
Fans said that the former MIC star appeared to forget he was also famous as he gushed over his fellow star’s telling Fred: ‘I am such a big fan!’
Taking to X, formerly known as Twitter, one viewer said: ‘I’m sorry but I absolutely love Sam Thompson. He’s the most excitable person, and he loves everyone. You can tell he’s loving the experience already.’
While a second wrote: ‘Sam hugging them with such passion is actually HILARIOUS on another level.’
Viewers were also left in hysterics as Sam ‘fanboyed’ over Tony Bellows on Saturday, branding it the ‘cutest thing’ they’d ever seen.
Sam couldn’t contain his excitement when he finally came face to face with the boxer, 40, after the two camps merged.
Loving life: It comes after I’m A Celebrity … Get Me Out Of Here! viewers were left in hysterics by Sam as the show returned for a new series earlier this month
Hug: The reality star was compared to an ‘excitable puppy’ by fans as he appeared starstruck to meet his fellow campmates (Sam greets Fred Siriex with a hug)
OTT: Sam started off the series alongside Masterchef’s Grace Dent , First Dates’ Fred Siriex and EastEnders ‘ Danielle Harold , all of whom he greeted with huge hugs (pictured hugging Grace Dent)
Sweet: Fans said that the former MIC star appeared to forget he was also famous as he gushed over his fellow star’s telling Fred: ‘I am such a big fan!’ (hugging Danielle Harold)
Hug: I’m A Celeb viewers were left in hysterics as Sam ‘fanboyed’ over Tony Bellows, 41, on Saturday, branding it the ‘cutest thing’ they’d ever seen
The reality star quickly offered his hero a seat on his bed before asking for a hug and wrapped his arms tightly around the beefy sportsman.
Fans were loving the displays of affection and took to X, formerly known as Twitter, with one writing: ‘Sam fanboying over Tony is the most golden retriever thing I’ve ever seen omg.’
With a second saying: ‘Sam getting so excited about Tony Bellew has got to be the cutest thing I’ve seen.’
I’m A Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here! continues Monday 27 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.
