Will he be cuffed and wearing an ankle bracelet during the show?

Ousted Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich arrives at his home after pleading not guilty to federal racketeering and fraud in federal court in Chicago, Tuesday, April 14, 2009 (AP Photo Paul Beaty) (Associated Press)

'I'm The ex-governor ... get me outta here!': NBC wants Blagoevich for reality TV Show

By MIKE ROBINSON

Associated Press

April 14, 2009

In the span of a few months, Rod Blagojevich could trade the Illinois governor's office fi the

Costa Rican jungles.

NBC says it wants Blagojevich, who pleaded not guilty to federal racketeering and fraud charges Tuesday, to appear on its upcoming show "I'm a Celebrity ... Get Me Out of Here!"

A network statement says 10 celebrities will be dropped into the Costa Rican jungle "to face challenges designed to test their skills in adapting to the wilderness."

But Blagojevich's legal problems could end the venture before it begins.

The ousted governor's bond does not allow him to leave the United States.

An attorney close to his legal defense says Blagojevich is seeking permission from a judge to leave the country to appear on the show.

The lawyer, who spoke on condition of anonymity because the plan was confidential, says Blagojevich could tape the show in June if given permission.