Kemi Rodgers has stepped into the spotlight as presenter of I’m A Celebrity Unpacked… and viewers can’t get enough. Her lively delivery, quick wit and easy connection with both campmates and audiences have helped usher in a dynamic new era for the beloved series.
Kemi Rodgers is fast becoming one of Britain’s most exciting emerging talents. After just a year on Capital FM, she impressed ITV bosses so thoroughly that she secured the coveted I’m A Celebrity… aftershow presenting role — a launchpad that has shaped the careers of icons such as Vick Hope, Laura Whitmore and Caroline Flack.
Here, Kemi reveals her little luxuries…
When I need to reset, I always…
Go home, see my dogs, friends and family and go to the beach. The sound of the waves hitting the pebbles is very therapeutic and I feel my shoulders drop!
To make ordinary tasks feel special, I…
Think about them being useful for the bigger picture. I have to bug them up in my head to do them, sometimes it takes a minute but I get there in the end!
The ritual that helps me feel connected to myself is…
A walk, solo, ideally no headphones. My mind is so busy and loud that I need silence or the sound of nature to clear my thoughts.
A piece of art that inspires me…
Cognoscenti in a Room hung with Pictures – by unknown Flemish artist and The Execution of Lady Jane Grey by Paul Delaroche.
These two are my favourite pieces of artwork – Lady Jane Grey for its sheer magnitude and emotion, and Cognoscenti for its talent. I could sit and look at these two pieces for a very long time.
My room service order is…
I’ve only ordered room service once but it was butternut squash risotto and fries – gimme all the carbs!
When I’m travelling I always treat myself to…
A little souvenir of the place – whether it’s an item of clothing from a market, or a little trinket, it’s nice to collect memories.
When I have time to myself, I love to…
Go to a museum, gallery, or an old house/castle. I love to learn something new so if I have time, this is where I will spend it.
I feel most connected to others when I…
Visit them! Sometimes life can get so busy so I try to pop meet-ups in the diary even if it’s 4 months in advance.
My favourite scent is…
Van Cleef and Arpels – Reve de Encens. I actually don’t own this scent because it’s so spenny but I’ve been obsessed with it for years I think I might need to treat myself.
I love collecting…
Little bits and bobs for the memory box – usually relating to the places I’ve been or jobs I’ve done!
A song that brings me joy…
I could give you a whole playlist – but the first song I remember being obsessed with is She Loves You – The Beatles. So whenever I hear that, I’m immediately so happy.
My skincare routine isn’t complete without…
Moisturiser – either Skin Rocks Moisturiser which gives me the silkiest skin, or my trusty Cerave which I slap on everywhere but sometimes I’ll pop it on my face for a big moisture boost!
I feel the most beautiful when I…
Feel confident with no makeup! When the skin is behaving, the eyebrows are waxed, and the under eye bags are gone – not often all three happen simultaneously but we can pray.
To celebrate, I treat myself to…
I’ve treated myself twice in my life, and it’s been a bag on both occasions – so I think I should stick with that theme!
A city with a special place in my heart…
Paris – I know it’s cliche, but it’s just beautiful!
My favourite food in the world is served…
At home. I know it’s cliche, but my boyfriend is such a good cook that I love everything he cooks!
On a Sunday morning you can find me…
In bed, with a cup of tea – about to make a gorgeous brunch. It’s a properly chill out day in my household!
If I was given £1,000,000, I would…
Buy a holiday home for my family. And invest the rest!
Kemi hosts on radio on Capital FM weekdays 11am – and I’m a Celebrity Unpacked! alongside Joel Dommett on ITVX
