Particle.news
Download on the App Store

I’m A Celebrity Opens Strong Despite App Glitches as Ruby Wax Divides Viewers

The 25th series launched with ITV’s highest overnight audience of 2025 despite widespread reports of voting-app failures.

Overview

  • Many viewers said the official ITV app would not verify numbers or accept votes during the first Bushtucker Trial ballot, leading some to question the process.
  • Comedian Ruby Wax drew sharp criticism and support over on-camera remarks to Angry Ginge, with a friend, Kathy Lette, publicly defending her intentions.
  • Ruby Wax and Angry Ginge were confirmed to take on the first eating challenge at The Divey in tonight’s episode.
  • Betfred reported AngryGinge remains favourite but has drifted to 9/4 from 2/1, as backing for Aitch shortened him to 9/2 and Jack Osbourne moved to 5/1.
  • A planned helicopter entrance for hosts Ant and Dec was dropped due to weather and health-and-safety rules, with the pair arriving by car.