Reality television personalities Gemma Collins and Craig Charles are set to face a formidable eating challenge in their inaugural Bushtucker Trial on tonight’s episode of I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! South Africa.
A preview of Tuesday’s broadcast reveals the duo tackling the "gut instincts" trial, where they will confront dishes such as fish eye pie and "brain freeze" in a bid to secure points for their respective teams.
Collins, 45, who famously exited the 2014 series after just three days due to difficulties adapting to the jungle environment, has declared a "different mindset this time" upon her late arrival to the all-star spin-off. The former The Only Way Is Essex star, whose entrance was teased on Monday, views this as her "redemption".
She is joined by Red Dwarf actor Charles, 61, who also participated in the 2014 series but withdrew prematurely following the death of his brother, Dean. Charles light-heartedly remarked: "I could’ve handled anything 11 years ago. Now, I can hardly tie my shoelaces."
Upon meeting their new campmates ahead of the trial, Collins appealed: "Just give me a chance guys, please. I’ve got a different mindset this time, don’t write me off." She further clarified her intentions: "I’m not here as the GC, I’m not here as the bravado… I’m here as Gemma Collins, so it would be nice for you to get to know her as well."
The trial's mechanics dictate that the contestant who commits to consuming the highest number of servings of a particular dish must then eat it to win a point.
During the challenge, Charles questioned presenters Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly: "Have you ramped this up because it doesn’t look that bad on the telly?" McPartlin swiftly retorted: "You want to be a legend? You’ve got to go big or go home."
Unlike the original series, this I’m A Celebrity… spin-off is pre-recorded, with celebrities vying to be crowned the ultimate legend.
Viewers can watch I’m A Celebrity… South Africa at 9pm on ITV1, STV, ITVX, and STV Player, airing on weeknights.
