As a slew of famous faces prepare to take part in I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here! Paul Gascoigne has revealed why he won’t be one of this year’s campmates.
The former footballer, 57, admitted he missed a season in the Australian jungle after failing a psychiatric test five times.
Gazza, who has been in and out of rehab for alcohol-related problems since he retired, even admitted to attending one of the evaluations after using cocaine.
Although he has been repeatedly rejected by the ITV series, he participated in the Italian version, Isola de Famosi in 2021, which is not affiliated with the UK show.
In a new interview, Gazza said that although producers tried to include him in the series, he has not yet passed the tests.
As a slew of famous faces prepare to take part in I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here! Paul Gascoigne has revealed why he will not be one of this year’s campmates (pictured in 2023)
The former footballer, 57, admitted he missed a season in the Australian jungle after failing a psychiatrist test five times (pictured in 1997).
Speaking on stage at An Evening With Gascoigne, in lines obtained by the sunHe said: ‘You had to see a psychiatrist. If you pass the psychiatrist’s test, you’re in. I failed five fucking times!
And to be honest, the first time I went to see her she was doing cocaine, so she must have known.
‘The second time I told him to go to hell. The third time I never wanted to see it again, so it wasn’t very well received.”
Paul admitted that sometimes he is glad he missed the opportunity because he suffers from claustrophobia and is afraid of snakes.
I’m a Celebrity will return to screens on November 17 with a star-studded line-up, with Coleen Rooney and Maura Higgins ready to head into the jungle.
Gazza’s stint on the Italian reality show came to an unfortunate end when he was forced to withdraw from his appearance after enduring persistent shoulder pain.
The football legend left the sunny shores of Cayos Cochinos, Honduras, after he could be seen clutching his arm in pain after completing an assault course with his fellow islanders.
Although he returned to the island with his arm in a sling, he was forced to retire permanently when the injury prevented him from participating in any of the physical games.
Although he has been repeatedly rejected by the ITV series, he took part in the Italian version, Isola de Famosi in 2021 (pictured), which is not affiliated with the UK show.
The media personality was reportedly paid around €7,000 (£5,981) for each week he took part in the show.
During his month-long stint, Paul attracted attention for other reasons, when he made history by becoming the first contestant to sunbathe naked on the Italian show.
The former footballer opted for maximum comfort while sunbathing on the beach, during which he removed his bracelet after dislocating his shoulder.
As the episode aired, celebrity guests Iva Zanicchi and Elettra Lamborghini, along with host Ilary Blasi, noted how impressed they were by her relaxed attitude despite the high tensions, while also saying, “What a body!” .
I AM A CELEBRITY 2024: MEET THE ALL STAR LINE
COLEN ROONEY
Coleen Rooney rose to fame as the wife of footballer Wayne
AGE: 38
OCCUPATION: WAG
FAMOUS FOR: Wagatha Christie case against her archrival Rebekah Vardy.
Reports claim he has been offered the biggest deal in the show’s history, surpassing Nigel Farage’s £1.5million from last year.
MAURA HIGGINS
Maura Higgins became an instant TV favorite during her time on Love Island
AGE: 33
OCCUPATION: Television personality
FAMOUS FOR: Fifth series of Love Island (20190 and Dancing On Ice (2020).
Maura is said to have replaced Tommy Fury after he pulled out at the last minute.
OTI MABUSO
Oti Mabuse already has two Strictly Glitterballs under his belt
AGE: 34
OCCUPATION: professional dancer
FAMOUS FOR: Oti is best known for being a professional dancer on the British television series Strictly Come Dancing, which she won in 2019 and 2020.
DANNY JONES
Danny Jones is one of the bookies’ favorites to win this year’s I’m A Celeb
AGE: 38
OCCUPATION: singer mcfly
FAMOUS FOR: Danny is one of the lead vocalists and lead guitarist of the pop-rock band McFly.
He is also a coach on The Voice UK.
BARRY MCGUIGAN
Former boxer Barry McGuigan heads into the jungle
AGE: 63
OCCUPATION: Retired professional boxer
FAMOUS FOR: Barry was nicknamed The Clones Cyclone and held the lineal and WBA featherweight titles from 1985 to 1986.
BARRY
GK Barry is a TikTok star who recently joined the ITV family on Loose Women
AGE: 25
OCCUPATION: tiktok star
FAMOUS FOR: Grace is known for her comedic commentary on culture, lifestyle and fashion. She has over 3.6 million followers and recently joined the Loose Women panel.
DEAN MCCULOUGH
ITV bosses hope Dean McCullough will ruffle feathers in camp
AGE: 32
OCCUPATION: Radio 1 DJ
FAMOUS FOR: Radio 1 DJ Dean has been snapped up by I’m A Celeb bosses, hoping he will ruffle feathers with his outspoken opinions.
Earlier this year it was announced that Dean would take over BBC Radio 1’s early breakfast show, having previously fronted the afternoon slot.
JANE MOORE
Jane takes on the challenge after her notorious separation from her husband.
AGE: 62
OCCUPATION: Journalist
FAMOUS FOR: Jane is best known as a panelist and presenter on Loose Women between 1999 and 2002.
He returned as a regular panelist starting in 2013.
Jane takes on the challenge following her high-profile separation from her husband of 20 years, showbiz agent Gary Farrow.
MELVIN ODOOM
AGE: 44
OCCUPATION: DJ and television presenter
FAMOUS FOR: His work on the radio. Melvin was previously courted by I’m A Celeb bosses in 2021 but turned down the offer at the last minute.
He also had a primetime stint on Strictly in 2016.
REV RICHARD COLES
Richard’s last season on the reality show was when he participated in Strictly in 2017.
TOGRAMMY: 62
OCCUPATION: radio presenter
FAMOUS FOR: Richard is a former member of the pop group The Communards.
They scored three top ten hits in the UK, including the number one album Don’t Leave Me This Way.
ALAN HALSALL
Alan Halsall is best known for his role as Tyrone Dobbs in Coronation Street.
AGE: 42
OCCUPATION: Actor
FAMOUS FOR: Coronation Street actor Alan Halsall was forced to pull out of I’m A Celeb last year after undergoing anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction surgery.
Bosses have now convinced the actor to sign up again, and he will no doubt attract a huge fan base thanks to his long-running role as Tyrone Dobbs in the soap.
TULISA
Tulisa is returning to her career after reuniting with N-Dubz last year.
AGE: 36
OCCUPATION: Singer and former X Factor judge
FAMOUS FOR: Tulisa reunited with N-Dubz last year for a tour after finding fame with the band in 2007.
In 2011, she became a judge on The X Factor and released her debut solo album, The Female Boss.
He released his fourth album with N-Dubz last year.