[Arneldo]

HOUSEMATES are in for a major shock this week — Big Brother bosses are to stage a DOUBLE eviction.

Contestants will make their final nominations tomorrow — but will not be told two of them face the chop until the end of the viewers’ vote on Friday.

Producers are taking the step to help trim numbers in the house before the final show on August 31.

An insider said: “We’ve had more housemates than ever this year so we need to get rid of some quickly.”

Gerry is the most recent evictee, walking last Friday.

The insider added: “We’ve decided that two should go this Friday, which will leave us with seven people. Amanda and Sam will count as one.”

Show bosses were last night remaining tight-lipped.

A BB spokeswoman said: “We never comment on speculation.”

The Sun