ITV gives huge hint Ant McPartlin will return to host I’m A Celebrity with Declan Donnelly
ITV have given the biggest hint yet that Ant McPartlin will be returning to host I’m A Celebrity with Declan Donnelly.
The presenter’s role on the show was shrouded in uncertainty following his stint in rehab earlier this year.
But the channel appeared to lay any concerns to rest as they shared a teaser trailer for the upcoming series – with both Ant and Dec’s voices clearly audible.
In the very short clip, the popular Geordie duo can be heard saying: “Let’s Get Ready To Jungle.”
The promo comes just days after last year’s winner Scarlett Moffatt told The Sun Online that Ant would be taking part in the show when it kicks off this month.
She told us: "I'm so excited to be back with Ant and Dec. I was texting Dec yesterday about it. I've been packed for three weeks. It's not long now."
She continued: "The intention is [that Ant will be there]. We’ve spoken yeah. He’s doing well."
Ant is readjusting back to normal life following a two month rehab stint due to struggles with prescription painkiller addiction.
And production on the series was pushed back for three weeks in order to give the TV star enough time to rest and recover ahead of his work commitments.
Scarlett's words come after Ant's presenting partner Dec reportedly told pals he "would never" host the ITV1 show without Ant.
Ant and Dec have co-hosted the hit reality contest since 2002.
The new series start is set to start next month.
Ant, who got hooked on painkillers after an agonising knee op, jetted off to California earlier this month with agent Paul Worsley.
A source close to the star said: “He’s gone to get away from the spotlight. He’s in recovery and it’s important he has time and space.
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“Paul’s gone to provide support. He is one of his closest friends.”
A TV insider added: “Ant needed some space away. Everyone completely understands.”
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