Let’s put her age into popular culture. When Shona was born in 1991, Nirvana was still a band, Friends had just started airing, and the internet was basically a rumor. She’s part of the Oregon Trail generation—those of us who vaguely remember life without Wi-Fi.
This makes her a natural bridge between generations in camp. She can talk to the older stars about EastEnders old plots and bond with the younger ones over TikTok trends. It’s a social superpower, honestly. Her age gives her the emotional intelligence to navigate camp politics without the drama of a 20-year-old.
Fun fact: Tom Hanks was 35 when he made Forrest Gump. Shona is only three years younger than that. So, if she emerges from the jungle with a new-found love for acting, she’s got plenty of time for a Hollywood pivot.
How to Watch Shona’s Age in Action
Notice how she handles the Bushtucker Trials. A 22-year-old might scream and cry. A 32-year-old? She’ll probably strategize. She knows that panic is a waste of energy. Watch for her quiet problem-solving and her ability to stay calm under pressure.
Shona McGarty 'missing' from camp as I'm A Celebrity airtime row
Also, pay attention to her conversations. At 32, you’re less likely to gossip and more likely to offer genuine advice. She’ll be the one making the tea when someone else is having a meltdown. That’s the 30s energy—functional and kind.
And if she dances at the campfire, she’ll do it with no irony. That’s the beauty of being in your early 30s. You’ve stopped trying to be cool, and that’s when you become actually cool.
