After weeks of speculation, Aitch and Shona McGarty have finally broken their silence on the romance rumours that have followed them since their time on I’m A  Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here! — especially after the pair were spotted spending Christmas together.

The festive sighting sent fans into overdrive, reigniting chatter that their much-talked-about jungle “chemistry” may have developed into something more away from the cameras. Social media quickly filled with theories, with many viewers insisting they had “seen it coming” long before the Christmas photos emerged.

However, despite the excitement, both Aitch and Shona are keen to clarify one thing: they are not confirming a relationship.

From jungle bond to real-life rumours

During their time in the jungle, viewers became convinced sparks were flying after Aitch openly admitted he had a “soft spot” for the former EastEnders star. Even hosts Ant and Dec joined in with playful teasing, fuelling the idea that something romantic might be brewing — despite the noticeable age gap.

The rumours only intensified once the show ended and the pair continued to be seen together socially, culminating in reports that they spent time together over the Christmas period.

“We’re just seeing where things go”

Sources close to the pair say that while Aitch and Shona have remained in contact since leaving the jungle, their connection is still in its early stages.

“They genuinely get on really well,” an insider said. “There’s a lot of mutual respect and shared interests, especially around music and creativity. They’re spending time together and getting to know each other — but they’re not putting labels on anything.”

Speaking previously about their bond, Aitch explained that their closeness stemmed from shared humour and similar energy rather than romance.

“We’re cut from the same cloth,” he said. “Same sense of humour, same vibe. That’s what connected us.”

Shona has echoed similar sentiments, previously describing Aitch as “like a little brother” and insisting that much of what viewers saw was simply two people with matching energy levels having fun in a high-pressure environment.

Fans still convinced there’s more to come

Despite their careful wording, fans remain convinced the story isn’t over yet. Many believe the Christmas meet-up suggests the pair are at least exploring the possibility of something more, even if they’re not ready to define it publicly.

For now, Aitch and Shona appear happy to let the rumours swirl while they focus on their own pace — choosing privacy over public declarations.

One thing is clear: whether it turns into romance or remains a close friendship, their post-jungle connection continues to fascinate fans who are watching every move closely.