Everything You Need to Know About the Youngest Campmate: Aitch

Rapper Aitch may be one of the youngest stars entering the I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here! 2025 jungle, but he has already vowed to keep morale high. The Manchester-born chart-topper revealed he’s ready to belt out a tune whenever camp spirits drop — a promise fans will no doubt hold him to.

Today Aitch is one of the biggest names in UK rap, but long before the fame, awards and Number 1 singles, life looked very different. He was studying sport at college, working labour-intensive construction jobs alongside his grandad, and rapping only for fun. It wasn’t until a friend posted a clip of him freestyling online that his career took off — almost overnight. (Manchester Evening News)

Now 25, he is among the standout stars of the 2025 jungle line-up, joining Angry Ginge, Kelly Brook, Shona McGarty, Lisa Riley, Ruby Wax, Martin Kemp, Alex Scott, Jack Osbourne and Eddie Kadi. Here’s a complete guide to the much-loved rapper bringing charisma — and plenty of Northern humour — to the camp this year.

Aitch is an award-winning rapper and songwriter (Credit: Splash/Shutterstock/LT)

What is Aitch’s real name?

Aitch was born Harrison James Armstrong.

His stage name, “Aitch,” is quite literally the pronunciation of the letter H, the first letter of his real name — a nickname he picked up while growing up in north Manchester.

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Which songs is Aitch famous for?

Aitch burst onto the UK music scene in 2018 with his breakout single Straight Rhymez, which amassed millions of views and firmly marked him as one to watch. (NME)

From there, his rise was rapid:

• His debut album Close to Home peaked at No. 2 on the UK Albums Chart in 2022 (Official Charts Company).

• He has notched up 11 Top-10 singles, including:

  • Taste (Make It Shake)

  • Baby

  • Rain (with AJ Tracey)

• He has collaborated with global acts including Ashanti, Anne-Marie, AJ Tracey, and Ed Sheeran
  He shares videos with his family on social media
  

  His Ed Sheeran collaboration: “My G”

  Released in August 2022, My G is one of Aitch’s most personal songs. The emotional tribute is dedicated to his sister Gracie, who has Down syndrome.

  All profits from the track were donated to the Down’s Syndrome Association. (BBC News)

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  Aitch’s close-knit family

  Despite his fame, Aitch has always emphasised that family comes first. He is close to his parents and his twin sisters, Gracie and Hattie.

  His debut album even features:

  • A heartfelt letter to his hometown of Manchester

  • A comedic voicemail from his dad, Mike, who jokes about his son’s spending habits

  Aitch has openly shared that he paid off his parents’ mortgage, and in interviews, he has described how both of his parents left their jobs to work with him full-time. (GRM Daily)

  “My dad works on my stuff now… My mum is chilling — she’s ‘HR.’ They’re both driving nice motors. It’s changed their lives positively.”

  But he’s also honest about fame’s impact: noticing his parents’ social circle shrinking and realising that success comes with emotional complications.
  The rapper is close with his family (Credit: Aitch/YouTube)

  His special bond with his twin sisters

  Aitch is especially close to his sister Gracie, and speaks frequently about how she inspires him:

  He even tattooed her handwritten message “Harrison, don’t be afraid” on his skin — a phrase she said to him often.

  On the Great Company podcast, he explained:

  “I wouldn’t be half the person I am if she wasn’t here… She teaches you lessons you don’t realise until after.”

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  Aitch and Central Cee: the diss-track drama

  Earlier this year, tensions rose between Aitch and fellow UK rapper Central Cee, sparked by subtle digs on Cench’s album Can’t Rush Greatness.

  Aitch responded with “A Guy Called”, which fans widely interpreted as a diss track aimed directly at Central Cee.

  Claims exchanged included:

  • Accusations of ghostwriting

  • BRIT Awards rivalry

  • Lyrical jabs about chart positions

  Despite the fiery back-and-forth, the feud appears to have cooled. Central Cee later commented “fair enough” on Aitch’s Instagram, suggesting the tension has eased. (Rolling Stone UK)

  Which football team does Aitch support?

  Born and raised in New Moston, Manchester, Aitch is a lifelong Manchester United fan — something he proudly reminds interviewers whenever football comes up.

  He will have company in camp: fellow Mancunian Angry Ginge is also a devoted United supporter.

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  Why Aitch said yes to I’m A Celebrity

  Aitch’s decision to join the jungle is rooted in something deeper than fame: he wants to make his sister Gracie proud.

  “On a Harrison level, I grew up watching this show — it would be disrespectful to say no.
  On an Aitch level, I feel like I’ve got a calling to raise awareness for Down syndrome.”

  He added that Gracie absolutely loves the show and will be cheering every time she sees him on TV.

  What Aitch is worried about in camp

  • Boredom — not bugs

  • Sitting still

  • No spontaneity (“I’ll wake up and decide to go to Thorpe Park!”)

  He’s climbed Mount Kilimanjaro and camped in harsh conditions, so the physical challenges don’t faze him. Rice and beans? Not a problem.

  “I’ve tried to diet for two years — this might help!”

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  Aitch’s relationship history: Who is Amelia Dimoldenberg?

  Aitch’s dating life has often attracted media attention.

  Amelia Dimoldenberg (2022)

  He briefly dated YouTube star Amelia Dimoldenberg, famous for Chicken Shop Date.
  Their flirty TikTok videos sent fans wild, but the romance ended after a few months. (The Guardian)

  Lola Thompson (2023)

  He later dated model Lola Thompson, travelling with her to Bali, but they eventually split.

  Aitch is currently single — at least publicly.