I'm A Celebrity fans have been playfully teasing Ashley Roberts' reunion with host Dec Donnelly, after he previously revealed his crush on her during her earlier appearance on the show. The Pussycat Doll, aged 44, returned to the series on Monday for the All Stars edition, facing more Bushtucker Trials and reconnecting with an old flame from her past.
Nostalgic Memories of Dec and Ashley's Rumoured Romance
Viewers of the ITV programme were quick to recall Ashley's previous stint in 2012, when rumours swirled that she and Dec were dating. Taking to social media platform X, fans shared their thoughts with posts like: 'Who remembers the days people thought Ashley and Dec were dating?'; 'Anyone else remember that Ashley Roberts and Dec used to be a thing?'; and 'Do you reckon Dec still fancies Ashley as much as he used to?!'
One user even pondered, 'So did anything ever happen with Ashley and Dec because oh.' This wave of nostalgia highlights the enduring interest in their dynamic from over a decade ago.
Flirty Exchange That Left Dec Blushing
During her 2012 appearance, Ashley caused Dec to blush with a flirtatious conversation about sex in the jungle clearing. She remarked, 'You're deprived of everything here in the jungle. I can't stop thinking about it,' addressing both Dec and his co-host Ant.
She added, 'I'm excited to get out of here and be able to just stimulate all the senses... if you know what I mean.' In response, Dec exclaimed, 'Oh my gosh. Everything I want to say is unbroadcastable or illegal – or career-ending. Let's calm down.' This memorable moment has resurfaced in fan discussions, adding to the humour of her return.
All Stars Edition Filmed in South Africa
The spin-off series, filmed in the Kruger National Park in South Africa, features a group of famous faces who have previously participated in the original show. They return to camp in a bid to be crowned the legend of the jungle once again, bringing back old rivalries and friendships.
Adam Thomas's Puzzle Struggles Provide Comedy Relief
Elsewhere in the episode, fans were left in stitches after Emmerdale actor Adam Thomas took a lengthy ten minutes to complete a puzzle during a daunting bungee jump challenge. As team captain, Adam undertook the first task, titled 'Tipped over the edge,' alongside Beverley Callard.
The pair had to collect puzzle pieces from a cliff's ledge while strapped back to back, but the platform they stood on dramatically tilted as they approached the edge, throwing them off balance. While the tilting platform proved manageable, it was the puzzle itself that caused Adam significant difficulty.
After taking just eight minutes to gather the pieces and only falling off the platform once, Adam and Beverley lost the challenge to Ashley Roberts and Mo Farah due to Adam's extended puzzle-solving time. Viewers found this hilarious, with comments on X including: 'Me telling my grandkids about the time I watched Adam Thomas completing a star puzzle on #ImACeleb'; '10 minutes to do the puzzle, we love you Adam'; and 'Adam needs a 1 piece puzzle next time.'
Another fan noted, 'Adam Thomas not being able to do the puzzle threw me, not gonna lie,' while someone else joked, '10 minutes to do that puzzle, Adam! Get your backside in the scrubs.' These reactions underscore the light-hearted entertainment value of the show's challenges.
