fans have been shocked to see another soap star appear in in a surprise twist.
Colson Smith revealed that he headed into the jungle today – following hot on the heels of his co-star, Alan Halsall.
Halsall was previously announced as part of this year’s I’m A Celeb lineup, but viewers did not expect Smith to join him.
The actor, best known for playing policeman Craig Tinker on , posted on today gushing about his role on I’m A Celebrity Unpacked.
The spin-off show features interviews with contestants who have been voted off the reality show and behind-the-scenes footage from the jungle.
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Coronation Street star Colson Smith surprised fans by heading into the jungle (Image: Instagram Colson Smith)
Smith posted a photo of himself on set for the spin off show, writing: “BEST JOB EVER.”
He also spoke about how it felt to finally see the I’m A Celeb set on his stories, adding: “THIS IS SOOO MAD. Jungle Fan Boy. I got so starstruck by seeing the bridge.”
Several followers expressed their excitement for him – but many were left questioning why he is taking time out from as a crucial storyline comes to a head.
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The soap actor made an appearance on I’m A Celebrity Unpacked (Image: Instagram)
Police recently ruled Joel Deering’s death as foul play and have been on the hunt for his killer, so given Smith plays a member of the force on the ITV soap, fans are baffled that he has been able to jet off to Australia.
One worried person asked: “Have you left ?”
Another joked: “There’s a killer on the loose in Weatherfield and you’re swanning about in Australia; country’s gone to the dogs.”
A third speculated: “Omg you killed Joel and that’s why you’ve been able exit the cobbles for – unbelievable plot twist.”
However, others were quick to congratulate him, with one saying: “Nah I absolutely love this! Where’s that little kid gone from haha?! So proud of how far you’ve come.”
Another exclaimed: “You KILLED IT!!”
I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! continues tonight on ITV at 9pm