Big Brother has made its long-awaited return as sixteen new housemates have entered the house. The reality show, which is making a comeback to our screens after five years, launched on ITV on Sunday, October 8.
In a pre-recorded show viewers saw the new contestants arriving at the iconic Big Brother house - which has undergone a 'contemporary' makeover.
However recognisable features such as the hot tub, diary room and communal bedroom all still remain. A cast of “carefully selected housemates from all walks of life” are taking part in this year's series, including Manchester model Zak, make-up artist Farida, barman Jenkin and security guard Paul. READ MORE: The loss that changed the Curry Mile forever - and the Punjabi grill that kept its customers 'addicted' READ MORE: Didsbury chef and Tameside Indian restaurant recognised at National Curry Awards 2023 Each will now face weeks without access to the outside world in a bid to win the £100,000 prize.
This year's Big Brother is presented by AJ Odudu and Will Best who will front the main show each night on ITV2 and ITVX (apart from Saturdays) at 9pm.
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