BIG BROTHER returns tonight for the first time in five years with a new look, now hosts and a new house.
The original reality TV series is back on our screens at 9pm on ITV1 and ITVX this evening.
This new look Big Brother arrives with two new hosts, AJ Odudu and Will Best, who will be looking to return the show to the top of the reality TV ladder.
While the full cast is yet to be revealed, the show's official Instagram account gave fans a sneak peek at who will be taking part.
Writing "Blink if you're heading into the Big Brother House" producers shared a clip of all the upcoming contestants' eyes looking directly into the camera.
Read our Big Brother blog for the latest news and updates…
By Henry Moore
What time is Big Brother on?
Big Brother will start on Sunday, October 8, 2023 at 9pm.
To celebrate the return of the iconic reality series, the launch show will air across ITV, ITV2 and ITVX in a multi-channel and streaming takeover.
The remainder of the series will be available nightly at 9pm on ITV2 and ITVX – the show will not air on Saturdays though.
By Henry Moore
The Sun’s TV expert reveals new Big Brother house feels like a 'lavish Airbnb'
The Sun's TV expert has visited the brand new Big Brother house and as every fan knows, the house might just be the most important castmate of all.
Find out what they thought below:
I've been in new Big Brother house – it felt like Airbnb, says our TV expert
By Henry Moore
Big Brother fans rage after hearing change to theme song.
Big Brother fans are not impressed with the decision to make a small change to the iconic opening theme song.
Die-hard viewers have been buzzing for the return of the hit social experiment programme and were hoping the intro song would also be making a comeback.
But fans have noticed the new theme tune has been updated and the bass in the background of the popular dance track has been dropped.
BIG CHANGE
Big Brother fan fury over major change to the theme tune
By Henry Moore
Fans give their thoughts on Big Brother's new hosts
Fans have taken to social media to give their opinion on new hosts AJ Odudu and Will Best.
One wrote, "I’m so bloody happy for AJ and Will! I think they’re going to be great," with another adding, "I think aj and will are absolutely fab already."
Someone else agreed, "Tbf, I'm really enjoying AJ & Will, they seem to genuinely love the show."
A fourth said, "I'm pleasantly surprised. AJ and Will have GREAT chemistry together. I like them."
Big Brother will air its twentieth series on ITV2 tonight having enjoyed stints on both Channel 4 and Channel 5.
By Henry Moore
First look at revamped new Big Brother house
Big Brother is back tonight and with it comes a brand new house.
With a new set of housemates moving into their new home at Garden Studios in North West London, they'll certainly have nowhere to hide when cameras start rolling this evening.
Although its interior has been built inside a brand new sound stage, the old famous staircase is back, as well as the iconic diary room.
But this time, there's a Love Island-style glam room – which is sure to go down a treat with the newcomers.
The cast will enter through a giant, neon-lit eye before finding themselves in a double-height living room with a mezzanine floor.
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First full look inside Big Brother house with famous staircase and glam room
By Henry Moore
Stunning Miss Universe GB winner revealed as Big Brother housemate
The stunning Noky Simbani is a housemate in the revamped Big Brother, the Sun has revealed.
Noky, 26 — who represented Great Britain in last year’s Miss Universe — is one of 16 contestants in tonight’s ITV launch.
The single finance worker with a master’s degree in chemical engineering spent time with women disfigured by acid attacks in India.
A TV source said: “Noky’s an ideal housemate. Not only is she beautiful but she’s got brains and a fantastic personality."
BRO & BEHOLD
Big Brother bosses cast Miss Universe GB winner Noky Simbani as housemate
By Henry Moore
Where is the Big Brother 2023 house?
Big Brother will be moving away from its previous spot at Elstree Studios, where the house was actually demolished after the final series.
Filming will now take place at Garden Studios, which is a newly-built studio in West London.
The MailOnline reported that the new space boasts all the "latest production technologies" and "versatile staging".
A source said: "Garden Studios is the ideal location for filming the new Big Brother series.
"Not only is it London-based but it’s only been open for a year and promises the highest standard of production and also a commitment to sustainability."
They added: "Elstree Studios became famous for Big Brother and its live studio audience and bosses are hoping Garden Studios will grow to be as loved as the show’s first iconic home."
By Henry Moore
How to watch Big Brother's launch episode
Big Brother will start on Sunday, October 8, 2023 at 9pm.
To celebrate the return of the iconic reality series, the launch show will air across ITV, ITV2 and ITVX in a multi-channel and streaming takeover.
The remainder of the series will be available nightly at 9pm on ITV2 and ITVX – the show will not air on Saturdays though.
By Henry Moore
Who won the last series of Big Brother?
Cameron Cole was crowned the final winner of Big Brother after the show's eight-year run on Channel 5 came to an end.
The vlogger was overcome with emotion as host Emma Willis announced he had won the show on November 5, 2018.
Meanwhile, the original series of BB aired on Channel 4 for ten years from 2000, and was hosted by Davina McCall.
By Henry Moore
Who is in the cast of Big Brother?
ITV are yet to reveal the housemates, as this will be kept a closely guarded secret until launch night.
However, the broadcaster have given fans a taste of what they can expect from the new contestants.
In a statement, ITV said: "Big Brother: The Launch will see a new cast of carefully selected housemates, from all walks of life, become the first people to take up residence in the brand-new Big Brother house as they arrive at the famous destination in front of a live studio audience."
By Henry Moore
Big Brother returns TONIGHT
It's finally time, Big Brother is back.
It sure has been a while but we can't wait to hear that iconic theme tune again.
Tune in tonight at 9pm on ITV1 and ITVX to watch the show.
And stick with us for live updates about the original reality TV show.
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