He has had an eventful year, checking into a Thai rehab clinic to battle his demons, shedding four stone, having a nose job and making his triumphant comeback to TOWIE.
And James Argent certainly had a lot to celebrate as he rang in his milestone 30th birthday with his I’m A Celebrity: Extra Camp pals Scarlett Moffatt, Jamie Laing and Joe Swash in Australia on Tuesday,
The reality star, who has travelled Down Under to appear on the spin-off show, looked healthy and happy as he mingled with his reality show pals, clad in a black t-shirt and powder grey shorts.
Milestone: James Argent certainly had a lot to celebrate as he rang in his milestone 30th birthday with his I’m A Celebrity: Extra Camp pals Scarlett Moffatt (above), Jamie Laing and Joe Swash in Australia on Tuesday
![Pals: Extra Camp presenters Joe, 35, and Joel Dommett, 31, looked over the moon as they enjoyed the party](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2017/12/05/15/47028AFC00000578-5148111-image-m-35_1512488714091.jpg)
Pals: Extra Camp presenters Joe, 35, and Joel Dommett, 31, looked over the moon as they enjoyed the party
Looked in great spirits as the barbecue party got underway, James, who wore his locks in a slicked back style, was seen laughing and joking with Extra Camp host Scarlett Moffatt, 27 while enjoying a refreshing drink.
Scarlett, who was crowned jungle queen last year, looked elated as she chatted with James, showing off her trim legs in nothing but an oversize Moschino Unicorn print t-shirt.
Her brunette locks were styled in loose waves and she opted for full-on bombshell make-up including smoky shadow, fluttery lashes and a slick of rose gloss as she smiled and enjoyed the afternoon.
Scarlett finished the look by donning a pink baseball cap and matching blush trainers and held onto a cooling drink.
![Smile: Made In Chelsea star Jamie Laing, 29, rocked a red cap and tropical shorts as he opened a bottle of Prosecco](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2017/12/05/15/47028CCB00000578-5148111-image-m-37_1512488778672.jpg)
Smile: Made In Chelsea star Jamie Laing, 29, rocked a red cap and tropical shorts as he opened a bottle of Prosecco
![Leggy: Scarlett, who was crowned jungle queen last year, looked elated as she chatted with James, showing off her trim legs in nothing but an oversize Moschino Unicorn print t-shirt](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2017/12/05/15/47028F0C00000578-5148111-Leggy_Scarlett_who_was_crowned_jungle_queen_last_year_looked_ela-a-50_1512489391665.jpg)
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Leggy: Scarlett, who was crowned jungle queen last year, looked elated as she chatted with James, showing off her trim legs in nothing but an oversize Moschino Unicorn print t-shirt
![Laugh out loud: James couldn't help but laugh as he enjoyed a slice of birthday cake with Scarlett](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2017/12/05/15/47028DC800000578-5148111-image-m-51_1512489398174.jpg)
Laugh out loud: James couldn’t help but laugh as he enjoyed a slice of birthday cake with Scarlett
![Captivated: James gave his pal Scarlett a cheery smile as she stared into the distance](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2017/12/05/15/47028B5400000578-5148111-image-a-41_1512489332215.jpg)
Captivated: James gave his pal Scarlett a cheery smile as she stared into the distance
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Best friends: Scarlett wrapped an arm around James’ shoulder as the pair chatted
![Intense chat: James leaned in as his chat with Scarlett at his party continued](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2017/12/05/15/47028DF300000578-5148111-image-m-56_1512489543024.jpg)
Intense chat: James leaned in as his chat with Scarlett at his party continued
![Hugs: Scarlett couldn't resist pulling her pal James in for a hug as the pair enjoyed the sunshine](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2017/12/05/16/47028DEB00000578-5148111-image-m-58_1512489632722.jpg)
Hugs: Scarlett couldn’t resist pulling her pal James in for a hug as the pair enjoyed the sunshine
Arg and Scarlett looked close as she wrapped an arm around him and he laughed, before he touched her arm to get her attention.
Joe, 35, cut a casual figure in a black t-shirt and grey shorts, paired with flip-flops as he joined fellow co-host Joel Dommett, 31, who rocked a dark shirt, ripped jeans and red and white trainers.
Joel flashed one of his many arm tattoos as he made a cheery entrance, covering his hair with a chocolate baseball cap.
![One more thing: James touched Scarlett's shoulder to get her attention as the party rumbled on](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2017/12/05/16/47028DC300000578-5148111-image-m-63_1512489752406.jpg)
One more thing: James touched Scarlett’s shoulder to get her attention as the party rumbled on
![Lithe: Scarlett flashed her figure in the skimpy shirt as the pair chatted to Jamie Laing](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2017/12/05/16/47028CAC00000578-5148111-image-a-60_1512489678065.jpg)
Lithe: Scarlett flashed her figure in the skimpy shirt as the pair chatted to Jamie Laing
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Quality time: James and Scarlett have clearly formed a strong friendship during their time in the jungle
![Chatty: Arg and Scarlett looked focused as they engaged in some banter with Joe](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2017/12/05/16/47028B2300000578-5148111-image-a-62_1512489737746.jpg)
Chatty: Arg and Scarlett looked focused as they engaged in some banter with Joe
![Playful: Scarlett appeared to give James a friendly tap as the pair chatted with Joe](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2017/12/05/16/47028B4000000578-5148111-image-a-72_1512490588282.jpg)
Playful: Scarlett appeared to give James a friendly tap as the pair chatted with Joe
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Banter: James was all smiles as he enjoyed his glittering birthday celebrations in Oz
![Fun times: Scarlett guffawed next to a box of Krispy Kremes as the group mingled](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2017/12/05/16/470289E500000578-5148111-image-m-95_1512491317282.jpg)
Fun times: Scarlett guffawed next to a box of Krispy Kremes as the group mingled
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Greeting: Scarlett greeted Joe with a friendly peck on the cheek before the pair chatted
Jamie, 29, looked cool in a tight black t-shirt which he paired with aqua fish print shorts.
Adding a funky twist, he donned a scarlet baseball cap and protected his eyes with some dark shades.
Ever the social butterfly Jamie was seen chatting to a large group of people before cracking open a bottle of Prosecco and enjoying a refreshing drink.
![Sun-soaked: The group looked like they were having a whale of a time at the party](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2017/12/05/16/47028A8800000578-5148111-image-m-103_1512491428033.jpg)
Sun-soaked: The group looked like they were having a whale of a time at the party
![Walk: Scarlett and James moved to another party of the party as Scarlett flashed her legs](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2017/12/05/16/4702896A00000578-5148111-image-m-104_1512491442666.jpg)
Walk: Scarlett and James moved to another party of the party as Scarlett flashed her legs
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Mingling: Arg and Scarlett chatted with Joe bantered with a pal at the party
![Popping the cork: Jamie, 29, looked cool in a tight black t-shirt which he paired with aqua fish print shorts](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2017/12/05/16/47028F1300000578-5148111-image-m-114_1512491650200.jpg)
Popping the cork: Jamie, 29, looked cool in a tight black t-shirt which he paired with aqua fish print shorts
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Thirst-quenching: Jamie partied up a storm at the barbecue party as he drank a shot
![Glowing: Scarlett rocked some impressive baby pink talons as she walked around the party](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2017/12/05/16/47028FCC00000578-5148111-image-m-120_1512491793219.jpg)
Glowing: Scarlett rocked some impressive baby pink talons as she walked around the party
![Fun afternoon: Joe and James looked in great spirits as they chatted away](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2017/12/05/16/470289E100000578-5148111-image-a-121_1512491832202.jpg)
Fun afternoon: Joe and James looked in great spirits as they chatted away
![Bromance: Joel and Joe bantered as they caught up at the fun-filled party](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2017/12/05/16/47028A6D00000578-5148111-image-a-122_1512491836264.jpg)
Bromance: Joel and Joe bantered as they caught up at the fun-filled party
James also posed for some fun snaps with Extra Camp co-host Joel Dommett and Scarlett with a special birthday cake on the camp’s famous bridge to the outside world.
Meanwhile, the star, who was previously in a long-term relationship with Lydia Bright, has been open about his search for love, appearing on Celebs Go Dating this summer.
He recently set tongues wagging regarding his on-off romance with co-star Gemma Collins, after he told her he just wanted to be friends, but was later seen leaving her house after apparently spending the night.
![Chatty: James looked content as he rang in his 30th birthday with his reality pals](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2017/12/05/16/47028A7300000578-5148111-image-a-123_1512491849208.jpg)
Chatty: James looked content as he rang in his 30th birthday with his reality pals
![Happy: James cracked a radiant smile as he enjoyed catching-up with James](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2017/12/05/16/47028FB000000578-5148111-image-a-124_1512492059659.jpg)
Happy: James cracked a radiant smile as he enjoyed catching-up with James
![Social: Jamie was every inch the charmer as he chatted with his friends at the party](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2017/12/05/16/47028F6400000578-5148111-image-m-132_1512492200377.jpg)
Social: Jamie was every inch the charmer as he chatted with his friends at the party
![Sizzling: Jamie showed off his sunkissed look while conversing with friends](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2017/12/05/16/47028FB800000578-5148111-image-m-133_1512492234378.jpg)
Sizzling: Jamie showed off his sunkissed look while conversing with friends
![Hugging it out: Jamie couldn't help but laugh as he wrapped an arm around a delighted pal](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2017/12/05/16/47028FC000000578-5148111-image-a-128_1512492100544.jpg)
Hugging it out: Jamie couldn’t help but laugh as he wrapped an arm around a delighted pal
![Fizz: Jamie prepared to open a bottle of Prosecco as guests got out of the way](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2017/12/05/16/47028F5B00000578-5148111-image-a-127_1512492089866.jpg)
Fizz: Jamie prepared to open a bottle of Prosecco as guests got out of the way
However Gemma put the on/off rumours to rest as she confirmed that she and Arg and ‘just the best of friends’.
She went on: ‘We support each other in what we do.’
James travelled to Thailand in February – two years after entering The Priory Clinic for alleged drink and drug abuse – after opting to seek professional help away from the media spotlight.
![Fun in the sun: Jamie cackled as he got the bottle of bubbly and rejoined the group](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2017/12/05/16/47028F4100000578-5148111-image-m-134_1512492369867.jpg)
Fun in the sun: Jamie cackled as he got the bottle of bubbly and rejoined the group
![Ever the gentleman: Jamie topped up a friend's glass once he had opened the bottle](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2017/12/05/16/47028F4B00000578-5148111-image-m-135_1512492431900.jpg)
Ever the gentleman: Jamie topped up a friend’s glass once he had opened the bottle
![Revelry: A guest sat in a shopping trolley as James, Scarlett and Jamie chatted](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2017/12/05/16/47028F9C00000578-5148111-image-a-131_1512492118184.jpg)
Revelry: A guest sat in a shopping trolley as James, Scarlett and Jamie chatted
After shedding four stone and wowing with his new slimline physique, he admitted that he had been left feeling insecure about his nose.
He confessed slimming down during his physically gruelling stay in South East Asia had left him feeling self-conscious, as he feels his nose had looked ‘too big’ as a consequence of his remarkable weight loss.
Keen to obtain the same results as co-star Mario Falcone – who later admitted he was delighted with the procedure – James paid £6,500 to be surgically enhanced by the same London based specialist, Dr. Riccardo Frati.
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Fun: James also posed for some fun snaps with Extra Camp co-host Joel Dommett and Scarlett with a special birthday cake on the camp’s famous bridge to the outside world
![Group shot: James took a snap of his friends at the fun pool party, with Jamie, Joel and Joe at the front](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2017/12/05/16/4703817800000578-5148111-image-a-90_1512491073736.jpg)
Group shot: James took a snap of his friends at the fun pool party, with Jamie, Joel and Joe at the front