Celebrity Big Brother fans have slammed the rumored line-up for the new series as “horrible”, saying they can barely remember the names.
The reboot of the reality series is set to launch on March 4, six years after it last aired on Channel 5 in August 2018.
ITV bosses reportedly splashed out a whopping £2 million on a number of high-profile stars for the show after the commercial version proved a huge hit last year.
The latest celebrities in talks to star include Heartstopper actor Bradley Riches, Dragon’s Den success story Levi Roots and reality star David Potts.
Other names said to be in talks to join include former Love Island winner Ekin-Sue Krukroglu and former X Factor judge Louis Walsh.
However, the reaction to the stars rumored to be participating has been one of disappointment, with many fans complaining that they are not even celebrities.
Several people said on social media that they had no intention of watching and predicted the series would “fail” because they had to google the name to find out who they were.
One person wrote: “I’ve heard about three of them… they’re misselling the word celebrity,” while another added: “I’m old.” I only know 5 of her housemates. ”
A third chimed in: “I’m here just Googling 90% of these ‘celebrities’,” while another said: “Well, what a horrible lineup. Z this. Please call me List.”
A fifth agreed: “Uncle Kate Middleton, everyone calls you a celebrity these days,” while a sixth wrote: “I have no idea who most of these people are!” Curious how they interpret celebrities?
Another said: “I know 5 of them. Not bad by Channel 5 #CBB standards but I’m not going to lie. Much better for a comeback series on an @ITV budget instead of C5 Peanuts I was expecting something,” he tweeted.
Meanwhile, another person fumed: “The lineup is incredibly poor, worse than the C5 series.” It will fail spectacularly. ”
A ninth said: “If you have to Google 80% of the lineup, that’s not a good lineup. Disappointing to say the least!
And a tenth said: “I had high hopes…Won’t be watching if this is true”, while another added: “Who knew Channel 5 had more attention than ITV”. That’s a terrible list. ”
Louis, 71, reportedly signed a six-figure deal to get into the house.
It is thought he is set to reunite with his former X Factor colleague Sharon Osbourne at his home, with her also said to be in attendance.
However, sources told The Sun newspaper that the 71-year-old TV personality will not be staying for the full 17 days as her appearance fee was too high for ITV. It is expected that
A source told the magazine, “Sharon is a guest housemate and will not be there on the night of the launch.” Instead, she will come as soon as the show starts and she plans to be there for a few days.
“The pay she wanted was spectacular, so they ended up working out a deal that meant she would be on the field for a shorter period of time.
“It worked out well for everyone because it injected some drama when she finally walks through the door.”
Gay and autistic actor Bradley, 24, reportedly hopes appearing on the iconic reality series will help him express his feelings.
Ibiza Weekender David, 30, has already hit the reality circuit, appearing on “Celebs Go Dating,” “Celebs on the Farm,” “Celebrity Karaoke Club,” and “Celebrity Ghost Trip.”
Social media star Zeze Mills, 35, is expected to be the go-to for dramatic clashes, but her show bio says, “If you could get me in the room with Zeze…the gloves would come off.” “It is in a state of being.”
American actress Marisha Wallace, 38, will be hoping to emulate the success of some of the biggest American personalities of all time on the show.
Meanwhile, the timing could be good for the 29-year-old reality star, who recently moved into the house from ex-girlfriend Davide Sancrimenti earlier this year.
This Morning could also bring plenty of juicy gossip to Fern Britton, 66, as she reportedly won’t be “holding back” from revealing her past feud with Phillip Schofield.
“She wants to show the world a different side of herself, a side that is unscripted and unapologetic,” a source told The Sun.
“She has a lot of stories to tell and she doesn’t hold back when it comes to relationships with people like Phil.
“They don’t talk anymore, so there’s no bridge to build as far as she’s concerned.”
Strictly Come Dancing hunk Nikita Kuzmin has reportedly signed up for rival channel ITV’s Celebrity Big Brother, sparking fears he could quit the BBC show.
Coronation Street’s Colson Smith, 25, is very “likeable and down-to-earth in real life”, just like his character on the soap, so insiders say he could potentially be an all-around success. It is predicted that there will be a
Insiders believe Duchess Kate’s “black sheep” uncle Gary Goldsmith, 58, could “embarrass” the royal family with his views on Prince Harry and Meghan Markle.
The outspoken businessman may have stepped in at the perfect time, with the Princess of Wales recently taking the internet by storm over her “disappearance” following abdominal surgery.
It comes after ITV released its first promotional trailer on Monday, which announced plans to reboot the reality series in 2022.
The broadcaster is looking to build on the success of the return of Big Brother, which has attracted 3.6 million viewers across ITV1, STV ITV2 and ITVX since its launch in 2023.
The 40-second clip shows each celebrity hiding their identities at various times, hiding from paparazzi photographers and adoring fans.
Celebrity Big Brother sees a new cast of celebrities isolated from the outside world embark on the ultimate social experiment as they take up residence in the iconic Big Brother house.
Celebrity Big Brother launches on ITV1, STV, ITVX and STV Player from March 4.
