Beverley Callard, 69, Stuns Fans With Truth about Her 'I Am Celebrity' Exit – Video

The actress's emotional "I'm A Celebrity" exit left viewers stunned — but her candid video reveals a far deeper truth. From the jungle breakdown to the moment everything changed, see the dramatic scenes and her heartfelt account at the end of this article.

On 21 April 2026, "I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here!" confirmed via its official Instagram account that Beverley Callard had withdrawn from the show on medical grounds.

The announcement revealed that her campmates were "devastated at her departure" and that she had been "gutted to be leaving early".

That same day, the actress, best known for playing Liz McDonald in "Coronation Street", posted a video to her own Instagram, having finally watched back her pre-recorded exit from the jungle and having shared what had really happened in those final days.

The series was filmed in September 2025, several months before Callard publicly revealed in February 2026 that she had been diagnosed with breast cancer.

When the episode aired, viewers saw the 69-year-old walk into the campsite looking visibly emotional, gather her campmates, and explain that she had woken up feeling unwell and suffered what she described as "a bit of a funny turn". It was subsequently ruled that she could not continue.

"I don't want to go," she said through sobs, adding that she felt "absolutely gutted" to be leaving the competition early. The actress had entered the show determined to challenge perceptions, explaining that she wanted to prove that older women could still push boundaries and endure the toughest trials.

Her fellow contestants quickly rallied around her. Scarlett Moffatt, the former "Gogglebox" star, comforted Callard and later admitted to cameras that while she wished Callard could stay, the actress's health had to come first.

Singer Sinitta described Callard as an "inspiration", crediting her resilience for motivating others in camp. As she departed, the group sent her off with applause and emotional farewells.

In her 21 April Instagram video, Callard finally provided further clarity on what happened behind the scenes. She revealed that she had lost consciousness briefly while in the Bush Telegraph, the show's video diary room.

"Of course, I didn't know then that I had cancer," she said, reflecting on the incident, "but I just knew that it was the last couple of days there that I hadn't felt very well."

Medical staff intervened immediately, taking the "Two Pints of Lager and a Packet of Crisps" actress to a nearby facility where she was told she could not return to camp. Despite her protests — insisting she would recover — the decision was final.

"I've jumped out of a plane, I've hung off a cliff," she shared, underscoring her determination to see the experience through. "But that was the start of everything, really."

Months later, Callard disclosed her cancer diagnosis — a revelation that cast her jungle exit in a far more serious light. What initially appeared to be a sudden medical withdrawal became, in hindsight, the first indication of a much larger health battle.

Even so, her tone remained resolute. "But I will beat this. I will beat it," Callard declared in her social media update. In her accompanying caption, she added, "I wanted to prove that age is just a number and I feel so proud of what I achieved. Just got to get through this real life trial now."

The update prompted an outpouring of support online, with many drawing strength from her openness and resilience. One person said, "God gives his hardest battles to his strongest warriors! ❤️❤️❤️❤️" .

Another shared, "I'm so sorry Beverley had to go through that, it's heartbreaking to hear that her experience on I'm A Celebrity was just the beginning of her struggles with breast cancer, but you are a warrior Beverley, you can do this [sic]".

Others reflected on the timing of her illness, with one commenting, "Wow. I didn't know you had cancer. I'm so sorry! You absolutely will beat it!"

"What a sliding door moment, if you hadn't done the show then maybe you wouldn't have found out so soon so it's almost a blessing in disguise that it was picked up so soon [sic]! Sending so much love and strength at this time x," they continued.

Another added a more concise reflection, suggesting that her appearance on the show may have revealed early warning signs sooner, writing that the experience "might have saved her life" and calling Callard "a strong woman" while wishing her a full recovery.

As Callard continues to confront her diagnosis with honesty and strength, her jungle exit is now a powerful turning point rather than just a moment of reality television drama. For a closer look at the emotional scenes and the moment she shared her truth, readers can find the images below.

While her jungle exit has since been reframed as a deeply personal turning point, Callard has also been open about other aspects of her life in the public eye.

On 2 January 2026, she took to Instagram to address growing speculation surrounding her appearance. In a short clip, the actress responded directly to claims that she had been using weight loss injections such as Ozempic.

"Just addressing some of the comments I've been getting recently about my weight… as there have been quite a few!" she wrote in the caption.

"I've spent my whole life doing fitness and working my arse off… literally! Each to their own when it comes to weight loss but I'm not on any weight loss jabs 😍 Just clearing that up!" the caption continued.

In the video, Callard stood confidently in a fitted black and grey patterned tracksuit, her curly blonde hair cascading over her shoulders. Smiling, she delivered her message with characteristic warmth and candour.

"No, girls. I am not on a skinny jab," she said. "Listen, I have worked out my whole life, and I have been working my [expletive] off — literally. Although, I must say, I would not knock anybody who is on it. Just do what you've got to do."

Callard's post arrived amid a wider conversation about the growing use of injectable weight loss medications, particularly semaglutide-based drugs like Ozempic.

Originally developed to help manage type 2 diabetes, Ozempic mimics the hormone GLP-1, slowing digestion, improving insulin release, and reducing appetite.

According to registered exercise scientist and nutritionist Amelia Phillips, this process "helps to stabilise blood sugar and curb cravings."

Phillips cited a significant 68-week clinical trial involving over 1,900 participants, which showed that semaglutide led to an average 15 percent reduction in body weight. Fat loss accounted for approximately 19.3 percent of that reduction, while lean muscle mass dropped by 3.5 percent.

While the fat loss may be beneficial, Phillips noted that "the drop in muscle mass is concerning because muscle supports metabolism, strength, mobility and glucose regulation, helping to prevent frailty, chronic disease and age-related decline."

Callard's denial of using such injections drew a wave of responses, ranging from praise and admiration to scepticism and criticism. One person commented, "Absolutely cracking body..🔥🔥🔥," while another said, "She looks amazing, 20 years' younger. [sic]"

A separate comment read, "68 years old but looks amazing," with several others echoing similar sentiments about her youthful appearance and commitment to fitness.

However, not all feedback was complimentary. One netizen challenged her claim directly, writing, "I don't believe her .looks gaunt , like Sharon osbourne [sic]," while another observed, "The muscle wastage in the legs says otherwise."

One commenter drew a broader link to the rise in celebrity weight loss trends, adding, "All you celebs suddenly looking stick thin at exactly the same time when the jab just happens to launch. Its obvious [sic]." Another shared, "You have kept fit for tears, but never been this thin… [sic]"

Despite the divided reaction, Callard appeared unfazed, standing firm in her message of personal responsibility and body autonomy. Whether the scrutiny will ease remains to be seen, but the actress made one thing clear — her body is the result of years of hard work, not injections.

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