Ruth Langsford sported a fresh blow-dry and bronzed tan as she arrived at Heathrow Airport on Wednesday, ready for her flight to Australia.
ITV are flying Ruth in as she is a close to campmate Jane Moore, 62, and also works with GK Barry, 25, on the Loose panel.
Ruth can provide hosts Joel Dommett, Kemi Rodgers and Sam Thompson with a closer insight into how they are getting on in camp – after viewers watched Jane loose her temper at Barry McGuigan in Monday’s episode.
Jane branded Barry and Danny Jones the pair sexist and ageist in tense scenes after they put her on washing up duty, despite her requests to not be allocated it.
The television personality, who is flying out to support Jane, hadn’t packed lightly for her trip as she arrived at the departure terminal with two suitcases and a large holdall.
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Ruth Langsford sported a fresh blow-dry and bronzed tan as she arrived at Heathrow Airport on Wednesday, ready for her flight to Australia
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The Loose Women presenter, 64, is jetting off to appear on I’m A Celebrity’s spin-off show Unpacked as a guest
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The television personality hadn’t packed lightly for her trip as she arrived at the departure terminal with two suitcases and a large holdall
While Ruth sported glamorous hair and make-up, she opted for comfort with a black zip-up top, joggers and trainers for the long-haul flight.
Ruth joined the Loose Women panel in 1999 and became a regular anchor in 2013. Jane also joined in 1999 and became a regular panellist in 2013.
Ruth took to Instagram on Tuesday to share she was busy packing her case before flying to Oz.
A source revealed to The Sun earlier this month the opportunity to join the spin-off show had been a welcome distraction for Ruth during a challenging year following her split from husband Eamonn Holmes.
Ruth announced her split from the broadcaster, also 64, in June after 14 years of marriage and 27 years together.
The insider said: ‘It’s been a tough year for Ruth and she’s been putting her best foot forward, she’s thrilled to have been asked to appear on this the spin off show and fly to Australia ahead of Christmas.
The insider added that Ruth is eager to support Jane, saying: ‘She’s rooting for Jane and can’t wait to give her opinion on how she is getting on.
‘The production team are particularly excited they have landed Ruth to join them as they think she’ll be amazing and give the new format a boost.’
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Both Jane and GK star on Loose Women (pictured) alongside Ruth
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While Ruth sported glamorous hair and make-up, she opted for comfort with a black zip-up top, joggers and trainers for the long-haul flight
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ITV are flying Ruth in as she is a close to campmate Jane Moore , 62, and also works with GK Barry, 25, on the Loose panel
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Ruth can provide hosts Joel Dommett and Sam Thompson with a closer insight into how they are getting on in camp – after viewers watched Jane loose her temper at Barry McGuigan
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A source revealed the opportunity to join the spin-off show had been a welcome distraction for Ruth during a challenging year following her split from husband Eamonn Holmes
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Ruth will chat to Joel Dommett on the spin-off show about Jane, who she is supporting
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The Loose Women host, 64, took to Instagram on Tuesday to share that she was busy packing her case before flying to Oz
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A source revealed the opportunity to join the spin-off show had been a welcome distraction for Ruth during a challenging year following her split from Eamonn Holmes (pictured 2022)
Ruth’s involvement is expected to add star power to the revamped spin-off as she joins the production in Australia ahead of the festive season.
Eamonn and Loose Women star Ruth announced their plans to divorce in June after 14 years of marriage and 27 years together.
He has since moved on with relationship counsellor Katie Alexander, 43.
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The TV star has been dating counsellor Katie Alexander, 43, since his split from Ruth and had her by his side as he hosted the Irish Post Awards in London
Eammon and Katie made their first appearance as a couple at The Irish Post Awards, but the former GMB presenter requested that photographers not take pictures of them together.
An on looker added: ‘Katie certainly seems to be able to put a smile back on Eamonn’s face. They seem genuinely besotted with each other.’
Katie, who enjoyed a romantic cruise with the TV star earlier this year, has told friends she is in for ‘the long haul’ with Eamonn.
She has been helping Eamonn through the split from Ruth, but her friends say she is at pains to point out that their friendship has only grown close once the marriage was over in May.
In September, the former This Morning presenter emotionally revealed he can no longer look after himself.
I’M A CELEBRITY 2024: MEET THE ALL STAR LINE UP
OTI MABUSE
Oti Mabuse has already two Strictly glitterballs under her belt
AGE: 34
OCCUPATION: Professional dancer
FAMOUS FOR: Oti is best known for being a professional dancer on the British television series Strictly Come Dancing, which she won in 2019 and 2020.
DANNY JONES
Danny Jones is one of the bookies’ favourites to win this year’s I’m A Celeb
AGE: 38
OCCUPATION: McFly singer
FAMOUS FOR: Danny is one of the lead vocalists and the lead guitarist for pop-rock band McFly.
He is also a coach on The Voice UK.
BARRY MCGUIGAN
Former boxer Barry McGuigan is heading into the jungle
AGE: 63
OCCUPATION: Retired professional boxer
FAMOUS FOR: Barry was nicknamed The Clones Cyclone and held the WBA and lineal featherweight titles from 1985 to 1986.
GK BARRY
GK Barry is a TikTok star who recently joined the ITV family on Loose Women
AGE: 25
OCCUPATION: TikTok star
FAMOUS FOR: Grace is known for her comedic commentary on culture, lifestyle, and fashion. She has over 3.6 million followers and recently joined the Loose Women panel.
DEAN MCCULLOUGH
ITV bosses are hoping Dean McCullough will ruffle feathers in the camp
AGE: 32
OCCUPATION: Radio 1 DJ
FAMOUS FOR: Radio 1 DJ Dean has been signed by I’m A Celeb bosses, in the hope that he will ruffle feathers with his outspoken views.
Earlier this year it was announced Dean would be taking over the BBC Radio 1 Early Breakfast Show, after previously fronting the afternoon slot.
JANE MOORE
Jane is best known as a panellist and anchor of Loose Women
AGE: 62
OCCUPATION: Journalist
FAMOUS FOR: Jane is best known as a panellist and anchor of Loose Women between 1999 and 2002.
She returned as a regular panellist from 2013 onwards.
Jane takes on the challenge following her high-profile split from husband of 20 years, Showbiz agent, Gary Farrow.
MELVIN ODOOM
Melvin was previously courted by I’m A Celeb bosses back in 2021
AGE: 44
OCCUPATION: DJ and TV presenter
FAMOUS FOR: His work on radio. Melvin was previously courted by I’m A Celeb bosses back in 2021, but turned down the offer at the last minute.
He also had a primetime stint on Strictly back in 2016.
COLEEN ROONEY
Reports claim that she has been offered the biggest deal in the show’s history
AGE: 38
OCCUPATION: WAG
FAMOUS FOR: Wagatha Christie case against arch rival Rebekah Vardy.
Reports claim that she has been offered the biggest deal in the show’s history, exceeding Nigel Farage’s £1.5million from last year.
ALAN HALSALL
Alan Halsall is best known for his role as Tyrone Dobbs on Coronation Street
AGE: 42
OCCUPATION: Actor
FAMOUS FOR: Coronation Street actor Alan Halsall was forced to withdraw from I’m A Celeb last year, after undergoing ACL Reconstruction surgery.
Bosses have now convinced the actor to sign up again, and no doubt he will draw in a huge fanbase thanks to his long-running role as Tyrone Dobbs on the soap.
TULISA
Tulisa is making her career comeback after reuniting with N-Dubz last year
AGE: 36
OCCUPATION: Singer and former X Factor judge
FAMOUS FOR: Tulisa reunited with N-Dubz last year for a tour after first finding fame with the band in 2007.
In 2011, she became a judge on The X Factor and went on to launch her debut solo album, The Female Boss.
She released her fourth album with N-Dubz last year.
REVEREND RICHARD COLES
Richard is an English writer, radio presenter and Church of England priest
AGE: 62
OCCUPATION: Writer, broadcaster and priest
FAMOUS FOR: Richard is an English writer, radio presenter and Church of England priest.
He first came to prominence as the multi-instrumentalist who partnered Jimmy Somerville in the 1980s band the Communards.
MAURA HIGGINS
Maura is best known for her stint on Love Island UK in 2019
AGE: 33
OCCUPATION: TV Personality
FAMOUS FOR: Maura is an Irish television personality, television presenter and model.
She rose to prominence in 2019, when she was a finalist on the fifth series of ITV2 reality series Love Island.
