I’m A Celebrity stars do not all earn the same with some taking home a small fortune from appearing on the show while others are paid a lot less.

It’s hard to believe that I’m A Celebrity began back in 2002 and is now in its 23rd series. Over the years there have been some truly iconic moments from the show’s many legendary participants, and by heading into the jungle it has helped launch and relaunch many celebrities’ careers.

While those taking part can hope to enjoy a resurgence and more work following their stint, it’s worth noting that many of these people are paid quite a bit of dosh to eat bugs, sleep under the stars, and live on rations for weeks. But some definitely get more than others.

With the biggest cheque cut a reported £1.5 million, to the lowest at £13,000, here is a round-up of I’m A Celebrity’s highest and lowest paid ‘employees’.

Highest earners on I’m A Celeb

Nigel Farage – £1.5million

The politician and media personality, best known for his role campaigning for Brexit, and for leading UKIP and later The Brexit Party, is reportedly getting a huge £1.5 million for his time on the show, according to the Mail Online. This makes Farage the highest-ever paid I’m a Celebrity contestant of all time.

Noel Edmonds – £600,000

The former Deal or No Deal host walked so Farage could run – all the way to the bank. Noel entered the jungle in 2018 for a reported fee of a whopping £600,000. Despite demanding a huge fee and being someone the production team had been chasing for years, the TV star spent very little time on the show and was the first person to be voted off.

Boy George, Harry Redknapp, Caitlyn Jenner – £500,000

Three very different celebs, Boy George, Harry Redknapp, and Caitlyn Jenner, reportedly all walked out of the jungle with a cool £500,000. Culture Club singer Boy George ended up in eighth place during his stint in 2022. Caitlyn Jenner faired slightly better, coming in at sixth place during her time in 2019, but it was football legend Harry Redknapp who really earned his keep, coming in first and winning the nation’s hearts.

Katie Price – £450,000

It’s not clear how much Katie got for her first stint in the 2003 series, the mum-of-five was reportedly paid a record-breaking £450,000 for her second round in 2009. Although she finished in third place during her first time, she ended up leaving the show on day nine during her second go in the jungle.

Ian Wright, Amir Khan, Matt Hancock – £400,000

Out of these three celebrities, it was former Health Secretary Matt Hancock who ended up lasting the longest on the show when he appeared in 2022. Finishing in third place behind runner-up Owen Warner and winner Jill Scott. Boxer Amir Khan spent 20 days in the jungle, coming in fifth, while former football player Ian Wright managed 18 days and came in eighth place.

Lowest earners on I’m A Celeb

Georgia Toffolo – £13,000

Little known at the time, Made in Chelsea cast member Georgia Toffolo was paid just £13,000 to enter the jungle in 2017. However, the public quickly fell in love with the adorable star and helped her win the series. She returned six years later for I’m a Celebrity…South Africa.

Malique Thompson-Dwyer – £15,000

The Hollyoaks star went into the show in 2018 and was reportedly paid £15,000 to appear. Unfortunately, the Prince McQueen star was the second person to be voted out of the jungle.

Jordan Banjo and Myles Stephenson – £25,000

Jordan Banjo and Myles Stephenson, who both found fame on other ITV reality shows – Britain’s Got Talent and X Factor, respectively – both commanded a crisp £25,000 for their stints on I’m A Celebrity. Myles entered the jungle in 2019 and was eliminated sixth from the competition. Meanwhile, Diversity dancer Jordan Banjo went on the show in 2016 and was the fourth person to be eliminated.

Emily Atack – £40,000

The Inbetweeners’ favourite went on the show in 2018, the same year as Harry Redknapp. While the former footballer was paid £500,000 to appear, Emily reportedly got £40k.

Holly Arnold MBE – £50,000

Paralympic javelin thrower Holly Arnold MBE, unfortunately, didn’t get to go to Australia as her time came during the extensive Covid-19 lockdown. Reportedly paid £50,000 for her time in the Welsh castle, she ended up being eliminated first.

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