Hollie reflects on her ‘I’m A Celebrity’ exit

Hollie, who grew up in Holton le Clay and went to school in Louth, was the first celebrity to leave the castle last Friday after she received the fewest votes from the general public.

There were emotional scenes as presenters Ant and Dec revealed that Hollie would be leaving the camp, with the remaining celebrities stunned into silence at the news.

In her post-exit interview with Ant and Dec, Hollie fought back tears and said she was ‘devastated’ to be leaving the show, but accepted that someone had to be eliminated.

Reflecting on her time in the castle, Hollie continued: “Honestly that was the best experience I’ve ever had, and I just don’t want to leave.

“I feel like I never really knew what to expect, so it was just like, go in there and enjoy every single moment of it.

“It’s a crazy opportunity for me, and to meet those eleven amazing people... I can’t thank them enough.

“I love them and I miss them already, I really do.

“I will never ever forget this experience. Ever!”

Hollie tipped the BBC Radio One presenter, Jordan North - the bookies’ favourite - to go on to win the competition.

Later, reflecting on her experience and thanking her supporters, Hollie posted on Instagram: “Wow, I’ve had the most incredibly time in the camp and I’m so lucky to have experienced and been part of I’m a Celebrity 2020.

“Completely heartbroken to have left the camp, but overwhelmed with all the support and lovely messages I’ve received over the last two weeks. I can’t thank you enough.”

Since Hollie’s departure, several more celebrities have been eliminated from the contest - and, at the time of publication, just six celebrities remain in the castle.

The final episode of the series - where the winner will be crowned - is due to be broadcast on ITV at 9pm on Friday evening (December 4).