It’s official, I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here! Australia has officially been axed, with the network confirming that it won’t be apart of the 2027 schedule for Channel 10.
“We have made the decision to rest I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! in 2027 as we focus on offering our audience a range of content on all platforms,” a network spokesperson said. “We look forward to working with Julia Morris and Robert Irwin on other projects.”
Robert issued a statement about the end of his and Julia’s tenure as host of the series.
“I want to express what an absolute privilege it has been to work on this show for the past three seasons. I grew up watching this show as so many Aussies do, so to be part of the fantastic team that make this series a reality felt like a dream come true,” he began.
“We have had the honour of sharing incredible stories and create a platform to shine a light on amazing charities that our celebrities have supported along the way. And to do it all alongside my co-host, and friend, Julia Morris made it a truly life-changing experience that I will remember for the rest of my life.”
First reported emerged that I’m a Celebrity would be axed
On May 14, TV BlackBox reported that Paramount wouldn’t be signing on for the 2027 season. However, the network told Chattr at the time that no decision has been made about the show’s future just yet — and it hasn’t been officially axed.
“Decisions regarding the 2027 program schedule, including I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! will be made in the coming weeks,” a network spokesperson said.
But while the reality show won’t be returning to Network 10, it may not be gone for good. An industry source told The Age that 10’s exclusivity period ended in April, allowing other networks to register their interest, with both 7 and 9 reportedly keen on the series.
“But this has happened before,” the source said prior to the official news of 10’s decision to not buy the rights for 2027. “The exclusivity period would expire and then a few months later, usually around June or July, 10 would sign on for another year. And if 10 decides not to pick it up for 2027, we’re pretty confident that Seven or Nine will be interested.”
TV BlackBox also said that ITV, the production company behind the series, is hoping that the show will be picked up by another network in Australia.
Channel 7 and Channel 9 are reportedly eyeing up Robert Irwin for hosting roles
Robert Irwin’s star power grew significantly when he landed the coveted role of co-host of I’m a Celebrity Australia alongside Julia Morris. Since then, he’s gone on to win Dancing With The Stars US, and be announced as the new host of a spin-off of the popular American show, called Dancing with the Stars: The Next Pro.
And, with I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! Australia axed, it’s unlikely that Robert will be short of options if he still wants to work in Australian TV. On May 12, Sky News reported that both Channel 9 and Channel 7 were eyeing him up for hosting roles off the back of the news of I’m a Celebrity‘s uncertain future.
“Robert appeals to multiple demographics and has become incredibly valuable commercially,” one insider claimed about Robert joining Channel 7. “He’s someone networks believe could front several major formats over the next decade.”
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