Against all the odds Nigel Farage has made it to the I’m A Celeb final – and now he will capitalise on his success from the show to relaunch his political career.
MailOnline can reveal that the Reform party founder is expected to set out his plan within the coming days in a post jungle interview.
Mr Farage will use his popularity from the ITV show as a stepping-stone back into Westminster after refusing to deny he would like to become Prime Minister.
A source close to the former MEP told MailOnline: ‘The coming months are going to be huge for Nigel, he wants a way back into politics and he is going to tell his fans of this in the coming days.
‘His view is that going on a show like I’m A Celeb means he has been shone into millions of living rooms across Britain where the viewers can see him warts and all. They also can learn of his political opinions.’
Against all the odds Nigel Farage has made it to the I’m A Celeb final – and now he will capitalise on his success from the show to relaunch his political career
MailOnline can reveal that the Reform party founder is expected to set out his plan within the coming days in a post jungle interview (pictured in October)
Team Farage is said to be ‘thrilled’ at how the former Brexit party leader has reached a whole new audience during his appearance.
It can also be revealed that a key part of their strategy was to put the message out there that he will ‘fight the establishment.’
Sources close to Farage used this narrative to claim that ITV is left wing which they said was the reason behind it his lack of air time because they disagreed with his politics.
And when Mr Farage was shown showering naked to the show’s nine million viewers his ‘furious’ team sent a legal letter claiming ITV had broken an ‘indecency’ clause in his contract.
It was later claimed by ITV no such clause existed and Farage’s former campmate Frankie Dettori revealed campmates were asked to keep their clothes on.
Simultaneously, Team Farage launched a dogged social media campaign posting humorous, and often self-deprecating, content of the former politician on TikTok and X to attract a younger audience.
It was a success as TikTok users commented ‘Vote Nigel’ under videos of the show and he was hailed a ‘hero’ by thousands on the platform.
Generation Z was targeted by Farage as an untapped source of voters who would support him in the jungle and perhaps in his revamped political career.
A source close to the former MEP told MailOnline: ‘The coming months are going to be huge for Nigel, he wants a way back into politics and he is going to tell his fans of this in the coming days
Team Farage is said to be ‘thrilled’ at how the former Brexit party leader has reached a whole new audience during his appearance
Simultaneously, Team Farage launched a dogged social media campaign posting humorous, and often self-deprecating, content of the former politician on TikTok and X to attract a younger audience (pictured)
As a highly controversial political figure, it was expected Mr Farage would crash out of I’m a Celebrity in its early stages as enraged fans called to boycott the ITV show for signing him.
Tonight he goes up against Made in Chelsea’s Sam Thompson, 31, and former boxer Tony Bellew, 40, in the grand final after surviving 23 days in the Australian camp.
His youngest daughter, Isabelle, 18, will greet him when he crosses the I’m a Celebrity bridge.
It comes after it was revealed Sam leads the odds to be crowned King of the Jungle, according to Ladbrokes.
The Made In Chelsea star, 31, will compete against boxer Tony and politician Nigel in Sunday night’s final.
The bookies make Sam odds-on at 4/11 to go all the way Down Under, with Tony second in the betting as things stand at 4/1, ahead of Nigel at 9/2.
Alex Apati of Ladbrokes said: ‘We’re guaranteed a King of the Jungle this year, and while Nigel Farage has been well backed of late, the odds suggest Sam Thompson is a shoo-in for the crown.’
It comes after it was revealed Sam Thompson leads the odds to be crowned King of the Jungle, according to Ladbrokes
The Made In Chelsea star, 31, will compete against boxer Tony Bellew and politician Nigel in Sunday night’s final
It comes after TV presenter Josie Gibson, 38, became the seventh campmate voted out on Saturday, only just missing out on Sunday’s final.
Fans were left fuming upon her exit as they shared their disappointment that she didn’t make the final – after she was the last woman standing in the camp.
Many viewers also shared their annoyance that controversial politician Nigel had not been voted out instead of Josie as they said she deserved to make it through.
Taking to X – formerly known as Twitter – one wrote: ‘How is Josie out and Nigel still in,’ another said: ‘How the f**k is Nigel still in and Josie just left???’
A third tweeted: ‘Noooo!!!!!!! Not Josie. WHY IS NIGEL STILL IN THERE???!!!!’ and another penned: ‘Trying to figure out how Nigel beat Josie.’
A fifth gushed: ‘Aw, Josie has just been the best! I really wanted her to win right from the start, and I’m so happy she got so far. She’s been such good fun!’
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 – VOTED OUT!
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 – VOTED OUT!
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 – VOTED OUT!
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 – VOTED OUT!
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 – VOTED OUT!
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 – WALKED!
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 – VOTED OUT!
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 – VOTED OUT!
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 – WALKED!
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.
