Comedy royalty Ruby Wax is set to bring her trademark wit and American charm to the Australian jungle as she joins the cast of I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here 2025. The celebrated comedian and television presenter will be trading home comforts for bush tucker trials in the show's milestone 25th series.
From Stage to Screen: Ruby Wax's Remarkable Career
Born in 1953 and raised in Evanston, Illinois, Ruby Wax originally bore the family name Wachs before her father changed it to Wax. After attending the University of California, Berkeley, she made the life-changing decision to move to the UK in the 1970s, where she studied at the prestigious Royal Scottish Academy of Music and Drama in Glasgow.
Her professional journey began at Sheffield's Crucible Theatre, where she forged a significant creative partnership with the late Alan Rickman. This collaboration saw the future Hollywood star directing many of her stage comedy shows. After joining the Royal Shakespeare Company, she made a brief appearance in the 1981 award-winning film Chariots of Fire.
Ruby's big break came with the ITV sitcom Girls on Top, where she played the memorable loud-mouthed American actress Shelley DuPont from 1985 to 1986. This role established her as a household name and paved the way for her own Channel 4 comedy chat show, Don't Miss Wax.
Television Success and Recent Appearances
The 1990s marked Ruby's transition to the BBC, where she presented a range of interview programmes that showcased her unique American persona. Her late-night show Ruby on BBC Two became particularly popular with audiences.
In a significant career highlight, Ruby served as script editor on Absolutely Fabulous and appeared on screen in two episodes of the iconic comedy. More recently, British viewers have seen her competitive side on Celebrity Bake Off and The Weakest Link.
Earlier in 2025, she demonstrated her versatility by appearing as TV hosts Moffi and Toffi in an episode of Disney Plus' acclaimed series Andor, proving her career continues to evolve decades after her initial breakthrough.
What to Expect in the Jungle
As Ruby Wax prepares to enter the I'm a Celeb camp, fans can anticipate her bringing the same sharp humour and distinctive personality that has characterised her career. Her experience in improvisation and comedy will likely make her a formidable contestant in both challenges and camp dynamics.
The 2025 series promises to be particularly special as it marks the programme's 25th anniversary. With Ruby Wax among the contestants, viewers can expect plenty of laughs and memorable moments as she adapts to jungle life alongside her fellow celebrities.
