“BOXER Conor Benn is in talks for this year’s I’m A Celebrity — despite his rematch with Chris Eubank Jr coming just before the show is due to start. The ITV reality series usually starts in the second half of November and the two arch rivals will get in the ring in London on November”, — write: www.thesun.co.uk
The ITV reality series usually starts in the second half of November and the two arch rivals will get in the ring in London on November 15.
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Our mock-up of Conor Benn on I’m A Celebrity
Conor celebrates with his dad Nigel after knocking out Chris AlgieriCredit: PA
The two arch rivals will get in the ring in London on November 15Credit: Getty Conor’s dad, former world champ Nigel Benn, 61, famously had a huge row with comedian Rhona Cameron on the first I’m A Celeb in 2002.
A TV insider said: “The logistics are a challenge given how close the match is to the start of the jungle but ITV and Conor are keen to make this happen if they can.”
Both fighters’ fathers had a fierce ring rivalry in the 1990s and it continued with the sons as Conor, 29, lost narrowly on points to Eubank Jnr in April.
The source added: “Conor’s profile has soared due to the intense rivalry between him and Chris Eubank Jr
“Obviously, Conor’s main priority is the fight. But with his great physique, he is also likely to provide the show with this year’s male pin-up.
“I’m A Celeb bosses think he’ll make a great addition to the camp. One option is that he goes in as a late entry.”
It would be his second foray into reality TV this year, having taken part in Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins on Channel 4 over the summer.
He was a favourite but ended up being withdrawn by medics because of a shoulder injury.
Conor has been married to radio personality and influencer Victoria for seven years, and they have two children.
Other names in the frame for the jungle include former EastEnder Shona McGarty, Emmerdale star Lisa Riley, TV host Alex Scott, comedian Ruby Wax, rapper Aitch and influencer Angryginge.
The series’ start date is yet to be confirmed, but an ITV spokesman said:
“Any names suggested are speculation.”
Chris Eubank Jr and Conor in action last AprilCredit: Reuters
Comedian Ruby Wax is in the frameCredit: Getty
Eastender Shona McGartyCredit: Splash
Emmerdale’s Lisa RileyCredit: Getty
Influencer AngrygingeCredit: Getty
Rapper AitchCredit: Getty
TV host Alex ScottCredit: Getty