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Emmerdale’s Lisa Riley Takes Short Break to Join I’m A Celebrity’s 25th Series

Emmerdale has scripted a short, low‑key absence to accommodate her jungle stint.

Overview

  • Riley, who plays Mandy Dingle, is confirmed for I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here! and has travelled to Australia for the new series starting Sunday, 16 November on ITV.
  • Reports say she has already filmed a temporary exit from Emmerdale described by an insider as brief, with Mandy expected to be back on screen next year.
  • The move follows years of invitations that Riley declined due to Emmerdale’s filming schedule, which she has discussed in prior interviews.
  • Riley said she feels ready for the challenges and is unfazed by insects, citing family encouragement and past farm work experience.
  • Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly return as hosts for the anniversary run, with a line‑up reported to include names such as Ruby Wax, Aitch and Martin Kemp.