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Zara McDermott has finally broken her silence on her boyfriend Sam Thompson’s I’m A Celebrity stint.
The former Made In Chelsea star, 31, is appearing on the latest series of the ITV jungle competition, which kicks off this Sunday.
As Sam jets off to Australia, Zara is remaining in the UK after being voted out of Strictly Come Dancing when she and partner Graziano Di Prima failed to make it through Halloween week.
However, Zara did have one condition for Sam going on the show and leaving her to spend time Down Under for three weeks.
Taking to Instagram, a very proud Zara posted a sweet black-and-white snap of the couple cosying up before Sam’s departure.
Sweet: Zara McDermott has finally broken her silence on her boyfriend Sam Thompson ‘s I’m A Celebrity stint
TV star: Former Made In Chelsea star Sam, 31, is set to appear on this year’s series of I’m A Celebrity
She wrote: ‘HES GONE DOWN UNDER !!! the rumours were true, I am so proud of you and so excited for you and for this adventure.
‘I cannot wait to watch you every single night and be supporting you every step of the way. ❤️’
She then made clear her one demand for his time on I’m A Celebrity, adding: ‘p.s. can we all please vote for Sam to do one of the eating challenges??
‘I think it would make great entertainment considering how squeamish he is.’
The former MIC star star admitted he’s unsure whether his relationship with Zara will survive his time down under.
Appearing on Hits Radio on Tuesday morning the star discussed why he’s not taking his girlfriend down under with him.
Speaking to breakfast hosts Fleur East and James Barr, he said: ‘When they asked [me to go into the jungle] I did think, if Zara was still on Strictly would I be a bad boyfriend if I went – but then decided I had to!’
Her early elimination meant she was effectively at a loose end while Sam, who had gambled on her still being in the competition, jetted off to Australia for his own reality TV adventure.
Drama: Sam Thompson has revealed he fears his relationship with Zara McDermott might not survive his time on I’m A Celeb: ‘I don’t know if I’m going to have a girlfriend at the end of it’
Happy: The pair started dating in 2019 and are still together despite a brief split in 2020 when it was revealed Zara had cheated on the star (pictured in April)
Time’s up: Zara, 26, was the fifth contestant to leave Strictly Come Dancing 2023
In a double blow, Sam had already invited his best friend and podcast co-host Pete Wicks to come with him – meaning the former Love Island contestant is set to miss out on a jungle bridge reunion with her boyfriend.
‘As it turns out she’s tapping out of Strictly just as I’m tapping in. But because I thought she would still be doing Strictly, Pete’s [Wicks] coming with me!’ he admitted.
‘I don’t know if I’m going to have a girlfriend at the end of it…’
Meanwhile former campmate Owen Warner had some advice for Sam for his time on the show.
‘This isn’t a holiday retreat,’ Owen told him. ‘You’re going in the jungle! It’s not fun, you’ve got no energy, you’re hungry, you’re tired and all of a sudden, you’ve got to lug this bucket full of water and it’s spilling over into your boots and now your boots are soggy, and you’ve got soggy feet.
‘Honestly things stack up and stack up and eventually you’re raging – but that’s what they want to do. They try and break you down Sam, don’t let them break you!’
Sam previously told the Mail: ‘I’m so excited. I’ve never been to Australia before really and I’ve never camped before in my life.’
He admitted that he is afraid of heights and once cried when he was made to jump out of a plane.
Known for his elaborate pranks posted to his Instagram and TikTok pages, Sam revealed he would hold back on his favourite pastime.
He said: ‘Do you know what, I want people to like me. I can’t risk people around the campfire not liking me, so I might have to wait until they get to know me a bit better. It gets boring in there so I like to make my own 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
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.
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!
