[Benjamin]

Guys I’m in the camera run so I need to whisper. But here’s what I see so far.

Sophitia, Vanessa and Shauny are on the sofas talking.

Ray is picking his nose and offering it to Jones. He accepted it. Defo bromance on the cards here!

Barry looks likes he’s had enough already as Nicky is shouting at him about Eurovision.

I can’t see Jake, maybe he’s in the diary room?

[Kate!]

Originally Posted by Benjamin

Guys I’m in the camera run so I need to whisper. But here’s what I see so far.

Sophitia, Vanessa and Shauny are on the sofas talking.

Ray is picking his nose and offering it to Jones. He accepted it. Defo bromance on the cards here!

Barry looks likes he’s had enough already as Nicky is shouting at him about Eurovision.

I can’t see Jake, maybe he’s in the diary room?

[Kate!]

Looks like a bit of early bromance occurring in the house thread. Bonding over tv shows.

[Kate!]

So we'd love it having Ben on board officially as not only hosting BenjiBet but as a roving reporter in the camera runs too. Love his witty observations.

I'm sure we won't kill each other, honestly

[Kate!]

This evening....Sunday, we'll be talking to some guests giving first impressions of our housemates. Mini interviews, friends and family. 1 guest per housemate. It'll be fun.

[Ammi]

…great launch……and lovely to see all of the housemates ticking along beautifully together…is all of that about to change when Ray cooks the broccoli lunch, though…?…he’s about to broc their BB world…

[Ammi]

…good luck housemates…..I haven’t got a favourite yet, you’re all rubbish…ARE WE NOT ENTERTAINED…!!!!!!…no not yet, but hopefully by the end of the day…

[Benjamin]

I’m curious how to pronounce sophitia (I’ve never heard that name before). Is it:

So - fee - tee - a

Sof - e - tee - a


Obvs she can’t post in here, but if BB could ask her for me.

[Ammi]

Youtube video

….Julien, pronounced oooooo LaLa……

[Benjamin]

Originally Posted by Ammi

Youtube video

….Julien, pronounced oooooo LaLa……

Perfect. Ty.

[Kate!]

With it being the first full day in.the house and no tasks or other things starting properly till tomorrow I'm gonna host Late and Live fairly early this evening. Not so Late and Live

Thank you.

[Strictly Jake]

I'm ready to enter....

[Josiah.]

Jake, go on in!

[Kate!]

Late and Live will be at 8pm.

[Kate!]

Late and Live incoming.....

Youtube video

Hello and welcome. So it's the evening of the first full day in the house.

I'll start with mini interviews of friends and family.

Same 2 questions per housemates loved one....

[Kate!]

The 8 housemates are settling in nicely and bonds are beginning to form. Who are you loving? Please share your thoughts and impressions?

We have a selection of friends and family in the studio with me, here to answer a couple of questions about their loved ones and give you some insights and perceptions.

Here goes.

So let me introduce them all.

We have, in no particular order....

Maru's friend Sebastian
Ray's friend Kyle
Jones friend Maisie
Nicky's friend Holly
Ness's cousin Roberto
Dog's work colleague Isabella
Jake's work colleague Danielle
And
Barry's Auntie Tabitha

Hello guys!!

Here are the mini interview questions

What will they bring to the house in a few words?

Sebastian (for Maru) Peace, love, patience and understanding, she's just downright lovely
Kyle (for Ray) Witty quips, humour and a light hearted approach the majority of times
Maisie (for Jones) A very definite and positive can do attitude. A team player and good leader
Holly (for Nicky) A touch of drama and tons of enthusiasm, he likes living life to the full
Roberto (for Ness) Passionate streak, she radiates joy. Takes immense pleasure in helping others
Isabella (for Dogeatdog) General affability and will always extend the hand of friendship, able to relate to all walks of life
Danielle (for Jake) Lots of determination, matched by an inner core of strength, he'll go the distance with a smile
Tabitha (for Barry) he has the lovable factor in spades, extremely approachable and warm hearted. The world needs more of Barry.

[Kate!]

Why should your housemate win?

Sebastian - Maru is mother earth personified, very Zen like. She'll have them all eating out of the palm of her hands. A dignified true lady.

Kyle - Ray is the life and soul of any situation. Very entertaining and he has a self deprecating wit. Never takes himself too seriously. He'll bring his A game.

Maisie - Jones has perseverance written all over him. Very intelligent. He gives his all, 100% in in every way. He's a people person and you can't help but like him.

Holly - Nicky is a deep thinker, very kind and sweet. Can be misunderstood.sometimes, but he's very loyal and says the nicest things when people really to hear them.

Roberto - Ness is known for wearing her heart on her sleeve. She's warm,.empathetic and more than capable of sneaking into your affections. Could be the nations sweetheart.

Isabella - Shaun/Dogeatdog is truly great at making friends and a very positive influence. He represents an amazing role model, yet is very modest at the same time.

Danielle - Jake stands no nonsense, he's a born entertainer with great organisational skills, valuable attributes in the BB house indeed. A true gem.

Tabitha - Barry is just cool. He has overcome a lot of trials and tribulations in his life to date. Resilient describes him well,.he bounces back every time. Setbacks don't phase him.

[Kate!]

Tomorrow we will have our first round of nominations plus a very popular past task.

Team work will be of the essence.

Hopefully soon we'll have a report from the camera runs courtesy of @Benjamin

Meanwhile I can report that housemate Jake has been added to the mix.

[Kate!]

Any comments??

[Kate!]

Finally I'd like to mention for the benefit of the housemates that Josiah as Big Brother is available in the Diary Room (pm him) for anything you want to.say in there. Entries will be posted after the series ends unless you request them not to be.

[Benjamin]

Evening all, your favourite winner here!

I’m back in the camera run spying on these odd little creatures.

Currently Vanessa looks like she’s making pizzas for them all. She just sneezed and didn’t wash her hands. Good luck the house eating those pizzas!

The bromance between Jones and Ray continues. They had a little arm wrestle earlier which Ray won. They then helped each other pluck their chest hairs.

Shauny was giving Jake a house tour and discussed sleeping arrangements.

And Barry looks like he’s had enough. Nicky’s still shouting at him about Eurovision.

[Josiah.]

The housemates have been given their first task of the series. How do you all think they will fare?

[Kate!]

Originally Posted by Josiah.

The housemates have been given their first task of the series. How do you all think they will fare?

I think they'll do well if they can get off the ground initially. We did say teamwork would be necessary. Sorry to those who work, we know you all have different commitments. You can only do your best

Best of luck.

[Kate!]

Housemates...wherefore are you? Task started at noon?

[Cherie]

Where is the house thread, it doesn't show in the side bar annoyingly, Kate please?