ITV I'm A Celeb winner Sam Thompson's secret health scare that nearly saw him quit on first day in jungle

The atmosphere at the Arndale on Monday morning (January 8) was electric as huge crowds gathered to meet I’m A Celebrity winner Sam Thompson. The star was presenting live on This Morning from inside the shopping centre and on Exchange Square.

Sam Thompson has sent a 'never' warning to his I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here co-star as they enjoyed a much-awaited reunion. The winner of the ITV reality show has taken to social media to show fans the moment he was recently reunited with Tony Bellew.

Sam Thompson has been supported by his fans and followers as he told them: "We're only just getting started!" After taking a break over Christmas and New Year following his I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here win, the 31-year-old decided to look back and reflect on 2023.

Sam Thompson has gushed over his "special day" with his two year old nephew as he admits to "really becoming a part" of his life. The former Made in Chelsea star and King of the Jungle, 31, took to Instagram to share a heartwarming post after spending time with his nephew, the son of his sister Louise Thompson. Sharing a video from the family day out, Sam gushed in the caption: "Making memories that I’ll never forget.

Sam Thompson has said that he's "overwhelmed" as he reflects on his I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here! win, one week after landing back in the UK. Taking to Instagram the former Made in Chelsea star, 31, shared a video compilation of his time in the Australian jungle.

Sam Thompson revealed his shock at being unable to hold onto any precious reminders from his time in the I'm A Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here! jungle after he was stripped of his winnings.

Sam Thompson's sister couldn't help but make a post-jungle observation about her younger brother as they spent family time together after his I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here win.

Sam Thompson soared to victory on this year's season of I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here!, taking home the title of King of the Jungle.

One of the strongest bonds to be formed in the I’m A Celeb jungle looks set to continue in the real world. King of the jungle Sam Thompson has built the foundations of a long lasting relationship with runner-up Tony Bellew after he shared a sweet moments with fans.

Sam Thompson has finally been reunited with his girlfriend Zara McDermott after securing the jungle crown in this year's I'm A Celebrity.. Get Me Out of Here!

I'm A Celebrity 2023 winner Sam Thompson led his fellow camp stars and their loved ones at Brisbane Airport, ready to jet back to the UK just in time for Christmas. Former Made in Chelsea star Sam, 31, who was crowned King of the Jungle on 10 December, was joined at the airport by his best pal Pete Wicks, 35, who flew out to Australia to support him. JLS star Marvin Humes, 38, who was close to Sam in the jungle, dressed casually alongside his wife, Rochelle Humes, 34, as they laughed and joked alongside Pete and Sam.

Piers Morgan has issued an apology to I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here winner Sam Thompson after making an insulting jibe. The presenter, who has his own show Piers Morgan Uncensored on TakTV, hit out at the former Made In Chelsea star after his stint in the jungle.

I'm A Celebrity fans have been left shocked to discover how posh this year's King of the Jungle, Sam Thompson, actually is after the reality TV star took the throne on the latest series of the ITV show.

The 23rd series of I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here came to an end on Sunday (Dec 10) as Sam Thompson was crowned King of the Jungle. The former Made In Chelsea star won the public's hearts after spending three weeks Down Under with his fellow celebrity campmates.

I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here! winner Sam Thompson, who was crowned King of the Jungle during Sunday night's grand final of the ITV reality show on 10 December, has spilled all on his emotional first phonecall with girlfriend Zara McDermott. Zara, 26, was celebrating her beau's fantastic win back home in the UK with a huge viewing party packed with their family and friends.

I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here! star Sam Thompson was crowned the winner of this year's series to massive cheers, but some fans were distracted when his real name was revealed as a result. Sam, 31, became known for reality TV hit Made in Chelsea, a series known for its ultra posh cast, many of whom are from upper-middle class backgrounds.

Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly have been at the helm of I’m A Celebrity for two decades. The pair were back for the final time this year in last night’s (December 10) final, which saw Made in Chelsea star Sam Thompson crowned the winner. It came after weeks of brutal trials, campmate rows, as well as some very wholesome friendships made.

Sam Thompson was crowned the 2023 winner of I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here!, on Sunday, 10 November, and he's clearly still reeling at the amount of support that he's received. The 31 year old former Made in Chelsea star won over the affections of I'm A Celeb viewers, as well as his campmates, and he described being crowned King of the Jungle as a "dream come true".

The 2023 series of the much loved I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here is now over, with Sam Thompson crowned 'King of the Jungle'. It was an all-male final on Sunday night (December 10) which saw Tony Bellew come runner-up, with Nigel Farage in third place.

Made in Chelsea star Sam Thompson has delighted viewers with his energetic character and humourous moments during his time on I'm A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here!. His long-term girlfriend Zara McDermot has noticeably supported him all the way, but it hasn't always been easy for the couple who encountered a brief split amid a cheating scandal. Sam, 31 shot to fame after he joined the hit Channel 4 reality TV show in 2013 as Jamie Laing's intern at his sweet company Candy Kittens.