I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! switches to Channel Seven and announces 'fresh evolution' as controversial comedian Jim Jefferies and singer Ricki-Lee Coulter take over as new hosts for 2027

I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! has had a massive makeover for the upcoming 2027 season. 

The new hosts, who replace outgoing team Julia Morris and Robert Irwin, were announced at Channel Seven's upfronts on Thursday, after Channel Ten canned the series earlier this year. 

Taking the helm at the jungle-based reality show for its network switch are Australian Idol star Ricki-Lee Coulter and outspoken comedian Jim Jefferies.  

The network calls the new hires part of an 'evolution of the international reality phenomenon' that will bring 'fresh twists and series firsts' to the format. 

'I couldn't be more excited to be heading to Africa for the very first time to host one of the most iconic shows in the world,' Ricki-Lee, 40, said. 

'I'm such a massive fan and it's a huge honour. And to be doing it alongside the incredible Jim Jefferies makes it even better! 

'For years I've watched on from the comfort of my couch and now I get to experience it up close and personal – while standing comfortably off to the side with Jim. 

'Watching our favourite celebrities squirm their way through some absolutely horrific challenges is gonna be a wild ride.'

Jim said that he 'couldn't say yes fast enough' when asked to join the series. 

'When Seven asked if I'd like to spend weeks in the African jungle watching celebrities eat strange things and embarrass themselves on national television, I couldn't say yes fast enough,' he said. 

'It sounds like my ideal holiday. And who better to go into the wild with than Ricki-Lee. I can't wait!'

Seven's Director of Content, Unscripted, Majella Hay said that the show will be 'impossible to ignore' with Jim and Ricki-Lee at the forefront.

'Individually, Ricki-Lee and Jim couldn't be more different but that's exactly what makes this pairing so exciting,' Hay said. 

'Together, they'll bring a fresh, unexpected energy to the jungle that Australians are going to love!'

The series will make its debut on Seven and 7plus in 2027 at a date yet to be announced. 

Celebrity conservationist Robert Irwin had co-hosted the reality TV series alongside Julia Morris since 2024, after the departure of television vet Dr. Chris Brown. 

Channel Ten made the official announcement to pull the show from its 2027 lineup in May, following weeks of speculation. 

'We have made the decision to rest IAC in 2027 as we focus on offering our audience a range of content on all platforms,' a Network 10 spokesperson said in a statement. 

'We look forward to working with Julia Morris and Robert Irwin on other projects.'