I would say definitely Ricki-Lee or Paulini, following the similar trend of past Idol contestants doing this show and being quite successful from it (Anthony and Casey).
I remember predicting Ricki-Lee in previous years doing this show, she is definitely the type of person that would do a show like this and needs it to boost her career a bit. She released a song last year that got a little bit of radio airplay but wasn’t a huge hit so she might have an album or something in the works that she wants to launch off the back of the show.
Paulini is a possibility too and could be wanting to fix her image a bit after a lot of bad publicity this year. I’m not sure what her performing schedule is like in the next year though.
I remember last year in the lead up to Celeb a few random articles popped up in the media about some of the contestants e.g. Casey being the uber driver. When I google Paulini’s name there are a couple of articles today interviewing Paulini about her rise and fall in places like the Daily Telegraph. Is this possibly a similar thing to keep her name relevant in the lead up to the show? The only article that comes up for Ricki Lee is that fans speculate she might be on the show.
I would much prefer Ricki-Lee to Paulini. I know Paulini could do with the positive publicity but I think it’s too soon after her recent court case. The article that came out today was just about her giving excuses for her bad behaviour.
The following Thursday and Sunday will be interesting scheduling wise. Will they push back the Big Bash Semi to an 8:30 start on the Thursday? Bring forward the BIG Final to twilight on the Sunday? The Big Bash will be a good lead in/out for the show this year if this is the case.
I was hoping they were going to delay the launch a week, but I guess they don’t want to give the competition a head start.
Historically they have always launched on Aus Open Final night. Will be interesting to see how they schedule the BBL finals, maybe screen them on ONE in some states?
Premieres Sunday 28 January At 7.30pm. Only on TEN and WIN Network.
Live, Five Nights A Week From South Africa.
Australia, fire up the jungle drums: the highly-anticipated fourth series of the hit family entertainment sensation I’m A Celebrity…Get Me Out Of Here! premieres on Sunday, 28 January at 7.30pm, broadcasting live, five nights a week from South Africa, only on TEN and WIN Network.
Hosts Dr Chris Brown and Julia Morris are ready to return to the South African jungle where they will welcome an impressive celebrity cast. While Chris and Julia bask in their luxurious African surroundings, the celebrities’ jungle journey marks a shocking departure from their everyday lives, with spectacular challenges and stomach-churning trials in store.
The third season of I’m A Celebrity…Get Me Out Of Here! had Australia talking like never before when ARIA Award-winning singing sensation Casey Donovan took out the title of Queen of the Jungle. The nation fell in love with Casey, who threw herself into all elements of jungle life, bringing much-needed music and laughter to the camp.
The thrilling fourth season is set to deliver more must-see television moments, challenges and Tucker Trials, with an eclectic assortment of celebrities already confirmed to join Dr Chris and Julia in the jungle. They include:
• An iconic Australian comedian
• An AFL champion
• An Australian actor
• A stand-up queen
• A television star
• A pop sensation
• A tennis star
Network Ten Head of Entertainment and Factual Programming, Stephen Tate, said: “Chris and Julia cannot wait to unveil the stellar cast we have assembled this year. We are confident that season four of I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! will deliver all the laughs and surprises you have come to expect from this family favourite annual event.”
It was posted before that the second Sunday episode on February 4 will be after the BBL final, which will be a twilight game, unless it is held in Perth which means it will be an afternoon game.
The season premiere will be up against not only the tennis, but also the first ever one day cricket clash at Perth Stadium. It will be a tough fight.
As for the Thursday episode, it may be kept to one hour before crossing to the BBL semi final. I think the first session should be on One before moving to Ten, to suit the schedule.
Good Lord, if Celebrity takes precedent over Big Finals in the Big Bash League in most states. No way will the BBL start at 8.30 or even close to 9 they way Ten goes about their schedule on Thursdays with Celebrity. Show should be rested for that night. It would’ve been better after the Big Bash Final live into all states bar WA.
