[Arneldo]

Dermot Departs Big Brother's Little Brother...

Yes it's sad but true - we can now officially report that following seven very successful years at the helm of E4's Big Brother's Little Brother Dermot O'Leary has taken the decision not to return for the summer series in 2008.

But fear not Dermot fans - he'll still be fronting E4's Big Brother: Celebrity Hijack in January 2008 which will see celebrities taking on the Big Brother mantle, and provide their own unique spin as they interact with the housemates and work side by side with Big Brother.

Dermot said: "It is with great regret that my time on Big Brother will come to an end after Big Brother: Celebrity Hijack. For the last seven years I've had the time of my life working on Big Brother's Little Brother, from our broom cupboard days to the all singing and literally all dancing show we make now.

But this summer's work commitment of BBLB and The X Factor has proven to me that to do both shows is impractical if not impossible. I want to thank Channel 4 and the Big Brother family for all their support and for the opportunity to present a live show that I love with all my heart."

Head of E4 and Big Brother Commissioning Editor Angela Jain said: "BBLB has been Dermot's little baby from the start. He was our first choice and the best choice. We will miss him and all the laughter and professionalism he has brought with him. I'm delighted we can hold on to him a little longer because he has chosen to host Big Brother: Celebrity Hijack as his Big Brother swansong."

We can also confirm that Davina McCall will return to front Big Brother on C4 in the summer.

From C4

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[GiRTh]

Noooooo!!!!

Who will they get to replace him?

[Captain.Remy]

Bye Dermot.....bring Janice on BBLB !

[Spike]

I'm not suprised he is leaving, I hope they don't axe BBLB now.

[Chri$]

GLYN! Nikki! GLYN! Nikki!

They will be the Perfect BBLB Presenters!

Dermot was Rubbish on BB8 but he was good on BB7

He is way better on X Factor

I Hope they get a Good Celeb(s)? (GLYN AND NIKKI)

[Billy]

YESSSSSSS This has made my day =DD

[Wasted]

I'm glad, he has been terrible at the show since BB7.

Good luck to him in whatever else he moves on to do though. I think he's actually good at his job on the X Factor, but I couldn't stand him on BBLB.

[Arneldo]

I'm not surprised, but I will miss him. After 7 years it will be different without him. I hope he enjoys his new XF job, and I'm sure he will go on and on and not get the chop like poor Kate.

My prediction for new BBLB host is Steve Jones. He has the looks, the talent and the personality. Maybe June Sarpong as well, they make a good duo.

[dupin]

PLEASE get Alexa Chung to replace him!

[Ruth*Star]

Aww, i liked him on there, it was just his show, i wonder who will replace him.

[Sam]

I wouldnt be suprised if they axed BBLB all together now. Especially when BBBM does so well - I think its a bit pointless having both nowadays.

Though they could have ex BB housemates presenting each week.

[KKBL]

this is very sad.we will miss you Dermot.

[Arneldo]

Originally posted by Sam
I wouldnt be suprised if they axed BBLB all together now. Especially when BBBM does so well - I think its a bit pointless having both nowadays.

Though they could have ex BB housemates presenting each week.

Its a possibility I suppose, but I cant see them axing BBLB to be honest. it does fairly well in ratings, well as good as expected. I do think they might cut it down to maybe 3 times a week.

[Matt]

Nooooo! Dermot can't quit!! He IS Big Brother's Little Brother!

[andybigbro]

OMG

WHY!!!

It wont be the same

[Arneldo]

Originally posted by andybigbro
OMG

WHY!!!

It wont be the same

It won't be the smae, but you never know - It might be better.

[andybigbro]

Originally posted by Arneldo

It won't be the smae, but you never know - It might be better.

I doubt that

[Kevin]

Originally posted by andybigbro

I doubt that

I agree!

[Berto3000]

Noooooo this has saddened my day lol i used to go see him on BBLB every thursday but now i cant i hope he gets the axe on the X factor and comes back to BBLB where he belongs!