Jimmy Bullard Joins I’m A Celebrity 2026: Age, Net Worth, and Famous Son
Jimmy Bullard is set to return to the I’m A Celebrity South Africa jungle in 2026. He first entered the Australian series in 2014.
Career and public profile
Bullard is a former professional footballer. He played for Wigan Athletic, Fulham, Hull City and West Ham.
He later worked on Soccer AM and appeared on Celebrity MasterChef. He also bought a pub with his father and runs Jimmy Bullard Ltd.
Industry estimates place his net worth at about £3.5 million. For many viewers, Jimmy Bullard’s I’m A Celebrity 2026 profile highlights his age, net worth and famous son.
Age
Bullard was born on October 23, 1978. He is 47 years old in 2026.
Television return and 2014 exit
When he first joined the show in 2014, bookmakers had backed him strongly. Still, he became the first contestant voted off that season.
His early exit sparked debate about his behaviour in camp. Some viewers accused him of bullying a fellow contestant, Jake Quickenden, which Bullard described as banter.
Personal life and famous son
Bullard is engaged to his long-term partner, Diane. The couple share two children, Archie and Beau.
Archie Bullard is a competitive motorsport driver. He is competing in the 2026 Fox Motorsport GB4 Championship.
I’m A Celebrity South Africa 2026 — broadcast details
Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly return as hosts for the South Africa series. The cast includes returning stars Gemma Collins, Mo Farah, Ashley Roberts and Adam Thomas.
The new series premieres on Monday, April 6, 2026, at 9pm on ITV. Filmogaz.com will provide episode coverage and updates throughout the run.
- Full name: Jimmy Bullard
- Born: October 23, 1978
- Age: 47 (2026)
- Estimated net worth: £3.5 million
- Children: Archie and Beau
- Notable clubs: Wigan, Fulham, Hull, West Ham
- I’m A Celebrity debut: 2014 (first eliminated)
- I’m A Celebrity South Africa premiere: April 6, 2026, 9pm on ITV
