Jesy Nelson is reportedly in advanced negotiations to join the upcoming series of "I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here!" The singer, 35, is said to be in talks for a six-figure contract to enter the Australian jungle. Show producers are reportedly hoping Nelson will use the platform to discuss the reasons behind her exit from the group Little Mix.
According to reports, Nelson has had multiple meetings with show executives. "I'm A Celebrity" is seen by some as a potential professional and personal boost for Nelson, who has faced personal challenges in recent years. A source indicated that the singer is keen to continue raising awareness for Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), a condition diagnosed in her twin daughters. Nelson has been an advocate for the muscle-wasting disease, and participating in the reality show could provide a significant audience for her message.
Nelson is described as a fan of the show and is interested in the opportunity for the public to see a different aspect of her personality. While being away from her daughters for an extended period would be difficult, the insider suggested Nelson's motivation is to make them proud.
ITV executives are reportedly optimistic about securing Nelson for the series. The singer left Little Mix in 2020 after nine years with the group. Relations between Nelson and her former bandmates have been strained since her departure. In June, Perrie Edwards commented that Nelson had been a "difficult" presence, and that there was "no going back" following past hurt.
In a recent documentary, Nelson stated she had not seen her former bandmates since leaving the group over five years prior, though she did not rule out a future reunion. However, Edwards has since expressed that a reunion is unlikely due to the nature of the past conflict.
Nelson recently made her relationship with boyfriend Ben Davies Instagram official following a date night at the National Television Awards. She had attended the awards ceremony solo but was later seen with Davies in the audience. Nelson subsequently shared photos of the couple on social media, referring to their relationship as something she had "forgot to mention."