I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out Here star Jessica Plummer has hinted she might still strip off for the iconic ‘jungle shower’ despite the freezing temperatures.
Speaking to MailOnline ahead of the new series, the ex-EastEnders star, 28, said bosses have asked her to pack swimwear when she heads into Gwrych Castle this weekend, meaning fans might still get their fix of shower action.
Jessica also revealed that this will be the longest amount of time she’s spent away from her daughter Noa, four, so she has pre-recorded messages for her absence.
She’s brave! I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out Here star Jessica Plummer, 28, has hinted she might still strip off for the iconic ‘jungle shower’ despite the freezing temperatures
Asked whether she will still be part of one of the show’s famous shower scenes despite the freezing weather, Jessica said: ‘ So we’ve been told the only things we’re bringing from home are four sets of underwear and four sets of swimwear.
‘I know absolutely nothing, but I hope it’s not a Welsh waterfall! I’m hoping there’s some sort of heat in it but I have absolutely no idea. All I know if they’ve told us to bring them.
‘Hopefully there will be warm water! I’m sure it will be challenge-related but I have absolutely no idea.’
The shower scenes have long been a staple in the I’m A Celebrity jungle, with presenter Myleene Klass making headlines nationwide when she bathed in a now-iconic white bikini.
Sizzling: The ex-EastEnders star said bosses have asked her to pack swimwear when she heads into Gwrych Castle this weekend, meaning fans might still get their fix of shower action
This year will see ten celebrities move into the Welsh castle after travelling to Australia became impossible in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Jessica is known to many for her role as Chantelle Atkins on EastEnders, but she left the soap in September when her character was murdered by her abusive husband Gray after months of being verbally and physically tormented.
The soap star also told MailOnline that as it’s possible she could be living in the castle for three weeks if she reaches the end of the series, it will be the longest amount of time she’s spent away from her daughter.
Soap star: Jessica is known to many for her role as Chantelle Atkins on EastEnders, but she left the soap in September when her character was murdered
She said: ‘It’s strange, the closer I get to it the more excited I am to do the show but the more daunting it is to think I’m not going to see her for more than three weeks which is heartbreaking because currently the longest I’ve not seen her is four days.
‘She’s my little girl. It’s gonna be really weird but I hope I just make her proud. Hopefully if it’s been pre-recorded and OK for her to watch she can watch me.
‘I recorded messages for her just like ”good morning,” literally I’ve pre-recorded up to three weeks just in case I’m there for the long haul so at least she’ll see me everyday.
‘She’ll be around family so I know she’s going to be absolutely fine but it will be strange for sure.’
Hard: Jessica also revealed that this will be the longest amount of time she’s spent away from her daughter Noa, four, so she has pre-recorded messages for her absence
Despite openly admitting she dislikes the cold and a majority of insects, Jessica added she’s determined to stick out the Bushtucker Trials even if they put her through hell.
She added: ‘I have loads of fears but I’m so competitive with myself, even if I am up I won’t mind because I want to face my fears… I’m not going to be somebody who who says I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here! and comes back with no stars.
‘I know it’s easier said then done. I’m really competitive with myself and I don’t quit easily.’
Despite hoping she’ll get on with the rest of the campmates, Jessica also confessed she doesn’t sleep easily and will probably grow tired of stars who snore.
Stay strong! Despite openly admitting she dislikes the cold and a majority of insects, Jessica added she’s determined to stick out the Bushtucker Trials even if they put her through hell
Joining Jessica in the castle this year are presenter Vernon Kay, 46, long-distance runner Mo Farah, 37, and Corrie icon Beverley Callard.
Also competing for the title of King or Queen of the Castle will be AJ Pritchard, 26; Shane Richie, 56; Victoria Derbyshire, 52; Giovanna Fletcher, 35; Hollie Arnold, 26, and Jordan North, 30.
Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly will host the series once again, while Vick Hope will be fronting The Daily Drop, a brand-new series following all camp activity, available on ITV Hub every morning after the main show.
The Geordie duo, the contestants and crew will be tested for COVID-19 every three days throughout the series, with the campmates able to mix freely while they live in the camp as they form their own bubble.
I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here! returns on Sunday at 9pm on ITV.
Coming soon: The I’m A Celebrity launch will see 10 celebrities move into the Welsh castle for another round of trials and tribulations. The launch airs on Sunday at 9pm on ITV
I’M A CELEBRITY… GET ME OUT OF HERE! 2020: Who are the celebrities?
Name: SIR MO FARAH CBE
Age: 37
Claim to fame: The most successful British track athlete in Olympic Games history
Phobias: Any animal that moves
Biggest misconception you want to dispel in the castle: It will be nice for people to see me doing something other than running
Role in the camp: Cook
Miss most: Coffee, my wife and children
Dream campmate: Samuel L Jackson would be pretty cool
Relationship status: Married
Name: SHANE RICHIE
Age: 56
Phobias: Human faeces. If I see one, it is over! I am hoping the camp toilet will be enclosed
Biggest misconception you want to dispel in the castle: Nothing. I don’t think I am that interesting
Role in the camp: Person who will muck in with anything
Miss most: My family and routine at home
Dream campmate: Eric Cantona, any 80s’ pop star or The Roc
Relationship status: Married
Name: BEVERLEY CALLARD
Age: 63
Claim to fame: Corrie legend
Phobias: Ghosts and insects
Biggest misconception you want to dispel in the castle: People think I am glamorous as I have played Liz for so long but I am not
Role in the camp: Cleaner
Miss most: Dogs and my husband, Jon
Dream campmate: Ricky Gervais – he would keep us all going
Relationship status: Married
Name: AJ PRITCHARD
Age: 26
Claim to fame: Former Strictly professional
Phobias: Heights, claustrophobia
Biggest misconception you want to dispel in the castle: People see me with sparkles and fake tan but nobody knows what I am like
Role in the camp: Keeping spirits up and the cleaner
Miss most: My warm and comfy bed
Dream campmate: Any celebrity with an intriguing background
Relationship status: Dating
Name: VERNON KAY
Age: 46
Claim to fame: TV and radio presenter
Phobias: I don’t like being confined underwater!
Biggest misconception you want to dispel in the Jungle: I think I have always been the same throughout my career – so I don’t have any.
Role in the camp: Person to keep spirits up.
Miss most: My family.
Dream camper: Anybody who has won the Super Bowl!
Relationship status: Married.
Name: VICTORIA DERBYSHIRE
Age: 52
Claim to fame: Award-winning journalist
Phobias: I am not a fan of spiders or confined spaces and I don’t know what I am going to be like when I get there!
Biggest misconception you want to dispel in the castle: I don’t think I have any as people just know me as the news and current affairs person!
Role in the camp: Shoulder to cry on.
Miss most: My boys, husband, dog and Mum.
Dream campmate: Madonna, Gary Lineker and Jamie Oliver to cook for us. I think you could have some really geeky chats with them!
Relationship status: Married.
Name: GIOVANNA FLETCHER
Age: 35
Claim to fame: Author and podcaster
Phobias: Heights. My legs go wobbly and you can’t rationalise it
Biggest misconception you want to dispel in the castle: I am not that controversial so nothing
Role in the camp: Mum, friend and the giver of hugs
Miss most: My husband, Tom, and my three children
Dream campmate: The Queen, Judi Dench and Ant Middleton so he can help us with all the survival skills
Relationship status: Married
Name: JESSICA PLUMMER
Age: 28
Claim to fame: Former EastEnders actress
Phobias: Arachnophobia, fear of heights –just about every phobia
Biggest misconception you want to dispel in the castle: It will be nice for people to see me for who I am rather than my EastEnders character
Role in the camp: Chatterbox and little sister
Miss most: My daughter. It’s going to be the longest we’ve been apart
Dream campmate: Denzel Washington would be awesome. I would listen to every word he said
Relationship status: Single
Name: JORDAN NORTH
Age: 30
Claim to fame: Radio 1 DJ
Phobias: It’s just easier to say what I am not scared of. I have so many phobias
Biggest misconception you want to dispel in the castle: On my Radio 1 show, I am always bubbly and energetic but everyone has down moments too, so it will be nice for people to see what I am really like
Role in the camp: Entertainer and the tidy up person –I love a tidy house
Miss most: A nice cool pint of Guinness
Dream campmate: Barack Obama and Liam Gallagher. He would be great entertainment value
Relationship status: Single
Name: HOLLIE ARNOLD MBE
Age: 26
Claim to fame: Paralympic gold medallist
Phobias: Spiders
Biggest misconception you want to dispel in the castle: I don’t want it to focus on my disability
Role in the camp: Cook/shoulder to cry on
Miss most: My boyfriend, food and my cats
Dream campmate: Michelle Keegan –she is beautiful
Relationship status: Dating