Clarkson’s Farm Star Kaleb Cooper Sparks “I’m A Celeb” Rumours After Touching Down in Australia

With I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here! set to return to screens in just one week, fans are buzzing with speculation about this year’s celebrity lineup — and one Clarkson’s Farm favourite has just added fuel to the fire.

Kaleb Cooper, the breakout star of Clarkson’s Farm, has left fans wondering if he could be preparing to swap tractors for tucker trials after revealing that he’s currently in Australia — and, intriguingly, very close to the I’m A Celeb jungle camp.

The hit ITV reality series, fronted once again by beloved presenting duo Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly, will soon welcome 12 new famous faces into the Australian jungle. While the official lineup has yet to be confirmed, viewers have been busy piecing together clues — and Kaleb’s latest social media activity has sent speculation into overdrive.

Posting to his Instagram Stories, the 25-year-old farmer wrote:

“Just looked at the map for where I am and I must say I’m very close to the I’m A Celeb camp site 😉.”

The cheeky message immediately set off a frenzy among fans, who began theorizing that Kaleb could be preparing to join the 2025 cast — either as a surprise late entrant or one of the main contestants. His post comes just days after he was spotted in Australia filming his brand-new solo project, Kaleb: Down Under, for Prime Video.

A New Adventure for the Farmer-Turned-TV-Star

The new series marks Kaleb’s first solo venture away from Clarkson’s Farm, where he became a fan favourite thanks to his witty one-liners, no-nonsense attitude, and exasperation with Jeremy Clarkson’s chaotic approach to agriculture.

Kaleb: Down Under will follow the young farming expert as he takes his first-ever trip abroad to explore one of the world’s largest and most advanced agricultural industries.

Speaking about the project, Kaleb said:

“I spend most of my time with the most travelled man in the world, so I got brave and booked my first ever flight to see what all the fuss was about. Australia, here I come!”

The series will reportedly showcase Kaleb’s exploration of Australian farms, his interactions with local farmers, and his attempts to adapt his Cotswold-style farming know-how to the harsh, sunbaked outback.

Could Kaleb Be Heading Into the Jungle?

This isn’t the first time Kaleb has been linked to I’m A Celebrity. In a previous interview, he admitted that the idea of joining the ITV series wasn’t entirely off the table — though there was one big obstacle holding him back.

At the time, Kaleb revealed that he didn’t even have a passport, making any potential appearance in the Australian jungle impossible. But now that he’s officially travelled Down Under, fans are convinced that nothing is standing in his way.

According to The Express, Kaleb once said he could “definitely see himself doing it one day” but emphasized that “timing would be everything.” Now, with his passport sorted and a major new project placing him right next to the jungle filming location, that “one day” might finally have arrived.

Fans have taken to social media to share their excitement — and their theories. One X (formerly Twitter) user wrote:

“I’ve seen Kaleb Cooper is travelling to Australia to film a Prime Video show. Hopefully he takes a break from filming to go in as a late entrant on I’m A Celeb because he would be fantastic on there.”

Another fan posted:

“Love seeing Kaleb Cooper on TV more and more — get him on I’m A Celeb next!”

Others joined in, adding:

“Get him on this year’s I’m A Celeb! Kaleb Cooper would be hilarious!”

The Rumoured Lineup

Despite the mounting excitement, it appears that Kaleb might not actually be among the confirmed campmates heading into the jungle this year.

According to The Sun, the stars tipped to enter the campsite include EastEnders actress Shona McGarty, model and presenter Kelly Brook, musician Martin Kemp, comedian Eddie Kadi, football pundit Alex Scott, comedian Ruby Wax, television personality Jack Osbourne, actress Lisa Riley, rapper Aitch, model Vogue Williams, content creator Angry Ginge, and actor Tom Read Wilson.

While Kaleb’s name doesn’t appear on that list, fans have pointed out that ITV has a long history of keeping late entrants secret to surprise viewers — and Kaleb’s proximity to the filming location could make him the perfect candidate for a mid-season twist.

A Busy Year Ahead

Whether or not he steps foot in the I’m A Celebrity jungle, 2025 is shaping up to be a monumental year for Kaleb Cooper. In addition to filming his Australian adventure, he recently became a father for the third time — and he continues to manage his growing farming empire back in the UK.

His popularity has skyrocketed since the premiere of Clarkson’s Farm, where his blunt honesty and deep agricultural expertise provided the perfect counterbalance to Jeremy Clarkson’s big ideas and frequent blunders. Viewers have described him as “the real heart” of the series, and his upcoming solo show could mark the beginning of a major new chapter in his television career.

Fans Eagerly Await “I’m A Celeb” Return

Meanwhile, I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here! is set to return next week, as the 12 new contestants prepare to take on the infamous bushtucker trials. This year’s series will once again see stars face their fears in a bid to win public favour — and, ultimately, the coveted title of King or Queen of the Jungle.

As speculation continues to swirl, Kaleb’s teasing post has only heightened fan anticipation. Whether it’s just a playful nod to his Australian adventure or a subtle clue about an upcoming reality TV appearance, one thing is certain — Kaleb Cooper knows exactly how to keep fans guessing.

If he does join I’m A Celeb, viewers can expect plenty of humour, down-to-earth charm, and a fair bit of complaining about the lack of tractors. And even if he’s not part of this year’s jungle lineup, his Australian adventure will still give fans plenty to look forward to when Kaleb: Down Under premieres later this year.