I'm a Celebrity star Richard Madeley has exited the series, after he was taken to hospital as a precaution.
The TV presenter won't be returning to the castle as he is no longer in the same COVID bubble as the other celebrities.
An ITV spokesperson confirmed: "Our strict COVID protocols means Richard has sadly had to leave the show as he is no longer in the bubble the celebrities form when entering the castle.
"He has been a truly brilliant campmate, and we thank him for being part of this series."
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Richard addressed his exit by saying that he is well, adding that while he is "gutted" to be leaving, he understands the decision.
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"Firstly just to say that I’m absolutely FINE," he said. "I started to feel briefly unwell in the small hours of the morning and was taken to hospital as a precaution.
"By leaving the camp, I had consequently broken the COVID 'bubble', and as such I've had to leave the castle and all the wonderful celebs that remain in the camp.
"Obviously I'm gutted to be leaving so soon, but the safety of all the campmates is the number one priority. I'm incredibly excited to watch their journey continue… even more so at the prospect of being somewhere a little warmer than Gwrych Castle.
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"Thank you to everyone who supported me on my brief but completely unforgettable adventure. I've made some great friends and honestly had the time of my life."
Richard will be appearing on Friday's show to speak to Ant & Dec, and has recorded a message for the other contestants so that they know he's okay.
There will also be no stand-in replacements, although tonight's episode will see Simon Gregson and Adam Woodyatt entering the castle as previously announced.
I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! airs weeknights at 9pm on ITV.
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