Australian wildlife enthusiast Robert Irwin is set to join I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here! Australia alongside comedian Julia Morris as the show’s new co-host. Network Ten confirmed the news on Tuesday, October 24, sparking excitement among fans. The 19-year-old wildlife warrior will be replacing Dr. Chris Brown, who announced his departure from the series earlier this year.
Dr. Chris Brown’s departure from the show left fans in shock. For nearly a decade, his charming banter, good looks, and chemistry with both Julia Morris and the contestants had made him an integral part of the series. Many wondered how the show would continue without him, and for a while, the question of who would step into his shoes remained a mystery.
Robert Irwin Joins I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here!
Robert’s passion for wildlife and his captivating on-screen presence promises a fresh take on the show. It’s like passing the torch from one wildlife enthusiast to another, with Robert’s energy and dedication to wildlife conservation making him the ideal choice.
Now, the young Wildlife Warrior will swap Australia Zoo for the unpredictable wilds of Africa, ready to guide the latest batch of celebrities through their jungle experience. This transition has generated immense excitement among viewers, who eagerly await seeing how Robert will manage the unique challenges and unexpected surprises that the show is known for. He might be used to taming crocodiles, but can he tame a camp full of hungry celebrities?
Irwin is thrilled about his new gig, calling it a “huge honour”.
“…This Is Going to be a Wild Ride”
“I can’t wait to plunge back into the incredible African jungle and introduce our celebrities to the magnificent wildlife that call the jungle home,” he said in a press release. “Most of all, I’m thrilled to have the opportunity to work alongside the incredibly kind and talented Julia Morris. Crikey! This is going to be a wild ride!”
Irwin and Morris, an unlikely yet exciting duo, will inject a fresh and energetic dynamic into the show. Morris herself couldn’t be more thrilled about her new co-host.
“I am absolutely overjoyed by the appointment of my spectacular new co-host, Robert Irwin,” she said. “Audiences will be peaking at how much fun we have in store. You might think Robert and I are an unlikely duo, but it turns out we’re a magical combination! Season 10, here we come!”
The network unveiled the big news about Robert Irwin’s co-hosting gig during the 10 Upfronts, where they revealed their exciting plans for the future. As the show gears up for its 10th season, get ready for more fun, laughter, thrilling trials, and unexpected surprises than ever before.
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