For two decades, Ant McPartlin and Dec Donnelly have been the heart and soul of I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! — the cheeky duo who turned every Bushtucker trial into TV gold. 

But now, whispers from inside ITV have sent shockwaves through the industry: the beloved presenters could be on their way out after a series of major format changes ordered by top bosses.

 The End of an Era?

According to insiders, ITV executives are restructuring the show for its 2025 series — and even considering a “fresh direction” that might not include Ant and Dec at the helm.

“It’s not confirmed, but there’s real tension behind the scenes,” one insider revealed. “The network wants to shake things up, and that’s creating uncertainty for everyone involved.”

The speculation follows weeks of online rumors claiming that the duo — who have hosted I’m A Celebrity since its launch in 2002 — are “re-evaluating their long-term TV commitments” after filming multiple projects back-to-back, including Britain’s Got Talent and the upcoming All Stars edition.

 Mysterious Trend in British TV

The rumors come as part of a wider trend sweeping UK television — where longtime presenters are suddenly stepping down from iconic roles.

Viewers are still reeling from the shock exit of Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman from Strictly Come Dancing, which has been followed by speculation that Ant and Dec might be next to go.

One industry source told The Sun:

“It’s strange — within months, we’ve seen several of Britain’s most loved TV duos step away. Fans are beginning to wonder if this is coincidence or part of something bigger happening behind closed doors.”

 Behind-the-Scenes Upheaval

ITV bosses are reportedly looking to modernize the jungle format, inspired by Love Island and other fast-paced reality shows.

A “First Look” preview will now air before each episode — giving fans an early taste of that night’s chaos, tears, and camp drama.

“It’s all about keeping things fresh,” said one producer. “But it’s also about control. Ant and Dec have a lot of influence, and sometimes that doesn’t sit well with new management.”

Still, some crew members insist the duo remain deeply loyal to the show — but may choose to step back voluntarily if the direction changes too much.

“Ant and Dec love I’m A Celeb, but they’ve always said they’d leave before it stopped feeling like their show,” another insider explained.

 Fans in Shock

Social media has exploded with reactions.

“Ant and Dec leaving would be like Ant without Dec — it just doesn’t work!” one fan posted.
“First Tess and Claudia… now Ant and Dec? What’s happening to British TV?” another wrote.

Others are calling it “the end of an era,” with memes and tribute videos already flooding TikTok and X (Twitter).

 What Happens Next?

For now, ITV is staying tight-lipped — only confirming that Ant and Dec are returning for the next series starting November 16.

However, both presenters have hinted in recent interviews that they may want to slow down after decades in the spotlight.

Ant said last year:

“We’ve been doing this for so long. At some point, we’ll take a breather — but we’ll always love the jungle.”

Dec added:

“If we ever left, it would only be because we wanted to go out on a high. Never because we fell out of love with the show.”

 Could This Be Their Final Jungle?

No one knows for sure — but the signs are mounting that change is in the air.

Whether it’s a farewell season or just a pause before a comeback, one thing’s certain:
If Ant and Dec do leave I’m A Celebrity, they’ll take two decades of laughter, chaos, and unforgettable moments with them.

And for fans, that’s a goodbye too hard to imagine. 

 Source: DailyMail.co.uk