[JoshBB]

Ffs, I hate that so many people are treating this story with cynicism. As a gay person myself, I relate to his story and the way he struggles to get the words out, and I find it emotional to watch.

I just can't imagine anyone would fake it, let alone be able to, and I'm saddened by the people calling him a fraud etc when he's being his authentic self

[joeysteele]

Originally Posted by JoshBB

Ffs, I hate that so many people are treating this story with cynicism. As a gay person myself, I relate to his story and the way he struggles to get the words out, and I find it emotional to watch.

I just can't imagine anyone would fake it, let alone be able to, and I'm saddened by the people calling him a fraud etc when he's being his authentic self

It's really sad to come across.

The cynicism is in part, one of the reasons, for whatever reasons they are, an anxious person feeling the need to come out, fears doing so as to others reactions or judgements.

We hear a lot that this is 2018, and it shouldn't be anything to be anxious about, yet clearly from things I've read it is worrying, the cynicism directed at a young guy doing so.

Just because as to Cameron, because of wherever, whenever, to whoever and however he wishes to try to do so, or actually do so.

[poppsywoppsy]

Originally Posted by joeysteele

It's really sad to come across.

The cynicism is in part, one of the reasons, for whatever reasons they are, an anxious person feeling the need to come out, fears doing so as to others reactions or judgements.

We hear a lot that this is 2018, and it shouldn't be anything to be anxious about, yet clearly from things I've read it is worrying, the cynicism directed at a young guy doing so.

Just because as to Cameron, because of wherever, whenever, to whoever and however he wishes to try to do so, or actually do so.

I have no axe to grind with Cameron, other than he has been very silly.

He is an avid BB fan and has got his game plan totally wrong. It may have seemed a good idea in the beginning but has bombed badly.

He should forget it now, get on with being in the house and just have a good time.

His sexuality is all his own and something I want to know nothing about, ever.

[Dollface]

Originally Posted by JoshBB

Ffs, I hate that so many people are treating this story with cynicism. As a gay person myself, I relate to his story and the way he struggles to get the words out, and I find it emotional to watch.

I just can't imagine anyone would fake it, let alone be able to, and I'm saddened by the people calling him a fraud etc when he's being his authentic self

Yeah I think it's ****ty that so many people are saying it's fake etc.
As a non gay person myself, i simply can't put myself in his shoes as I have no idea what it feels like to come out, so i can't and wouldn't pretend like it must be an easy and fake-able task, y'know? The emotion in his face said it all for me, that it was genuine. No matter how much people hate Cameron (i really don't know why he's even getting so much hate tbh) they shouldn't use this as a stick to beat him with.

[Garfie]

Originally Posted by JoshBB

Ffs, I hate that so many people are treating this story with cynicism. As a gay person myself, I relate to his story and the way he struggles to get the words out, and I find it emotional to watch.

I just can't imagine anyone would fake it, let alone be able to, and I'm saddened by the people calling him a fraud etc when he's being his authentic self

I totally understand your response here, and think it's the reason why Cian and Brooke were so emotional at the time.

Sadly, I think some viewers forget that housemates are human beings first, each with their own demons, insecurities, doubts and dilemmas. These don't just disappear because they appear on a reality show, and they can't be hidden when people are being filmed every minute of every day.

The sad thing is that perhaps this is a reflection of opinions in the real world, and a reason why so many young people experience such anxiety when they realise they are gay or when they decide to come out. Just know that not everyone is so cynical, Josh, and the reaction of the other housemates proved that.

[muchadoaboutnothing]

Originally Posted by GoldHeart

I just heard as i haven't watched the hl show yet that the weasel has told the whole house he's gay, he's really milking this storyline!!! . He's used emotional blackmail and he's got everyone eating out of the palm of his hand, so clearly he's never going to be up for eviction. Even though he's still the same whiny miserable brat! .

He knows he's 100% safe ! , it's funny how he made out he's worried about his parents considering his Dad clearly stated on BOTS that the family ALREADY knew . If anything him "coming out the closet" should backfire on him and if he's so worried about what people think then maybe he should GO HOME! .

So agree with you. didn't Cam say that he had told his Mother a few days before he went into the house. a very miserable young man trying to get attention. I find him cringy to watch.

[Vicky.]

Originally Posted by muchadoaboutnothing

So agree with you. didn't Cam say that he had told his Mother a few days before he went into the house. a very miserable young man trying to get attention. I find him cringy to watch.

I must have missed that, he told his mother just a few days before going in? So he always planned coming out on the show then. Hmm.

[BBDodge]

Originally Posted by Vicky.

I must have missed that, he told his mother just a few days before going in? So he always planned coming out on the show then. Hmm.

Yes, he gave it away then.

[joeysteele]

Originally Posted by muchadoaboutnothing

So agree with you. didn't Cam say that he had told his Mother a few days before he went into the house. a very miserable young man trying to get attention. I find him cringy to watch.

Of course he likely told his parents, not so much his wider family though.
That makes it even more commendable as to him.
He wasn't going to let his parents learn it only if he did it on the show.

With a different set of housemates, likely more uncompromising, cynical and judgemental he may not have used his time in the house to do so.

He found a good friend in Lewis, there are 3 others out as gay/lesbian in there.
Few showing any malicious judgemental sentiments across the board.

He felt, with support, he could then get said in that supportive environment what he needed to for 'all' to hear in one go at the moment he did.

It's actually commendable, he also did it after noms were all done.
Not manipulating anything at all as has been levelled against him, totally wrong.

They are the facts and really well done to him.
I bet his parents are genuinely proud of him, as any parents ought to be for any of their sons/daughters who may find a son/daughter with the same anxiety, struggling with the need to reveal their sexuality/feelings.

[LaLaLand]

There's absolutely no question it's legit and good for him,

BUT

It's clearly also a huge game tactic.

[rusticgal]

Totally genuine... If it was a game plan he would have done this before nominations...or saved it until the end...or done it if he was up for eviction. He was shaking and emotional...good for him.

[wendywillow]

Originally Posted by Jonnii

There's absolutely no question it's legit and good for him,

BUT

It's clearly also a huge game tactic.

yep, I think its brilliant, if this was bbus the house would evict him right away knowing he's now a massive favorite but with the uk voting he's untouchable. Tomasz has a fight on his hands for the crown

[Amy Jade]

The inconsistency is so revealing to me.

• First Cameron said he never admitted his sexuality to anyone
• His dad goes on bots and says Cameron told him and his family
• Cameron says he told his mum just before entering

And obviously they could be lying but I saw a thread on twitter where a class mate of Cameron claimed he was out in high school

[Liam-]

He said from the start that some people knew, 5 iirc, cause Lewis asked him if he was scared they’d tell people, so he obviously had told certain people, but not everyone he needed to.

[puzzled]

He's 18 and I'm sure this seemed like a brilliant way to get camera time and sympathy. It actually seems to be working in the house. LOL, he messed up by not telling his Dad and Mum what he was up to, or this bright idea came to him after he entered the house. Ah, well, the GPB is on to him now. I think he's a moaner, but that's pretty age appropriate, too. I hope he'll chill and have some laughs for a change.

[Jack_]

It was ****ing brilliant television. Raw, poignant, with some poetic storytelling from the editors. One of the best episodes of Big Brother in a while

And IF it was all an act, what a ****ing blinder he's played

[Elliot]

It was the worst episode of big brother ever and it’ll be forgotten about as soon as other housemates deliver on what the viewing public came here for, ykno natural drama and conflict not not some forced storyline that’s been done how many times on tv nevermind this show? Cameron and his housemates have been nothing but horrible and don’t deserve this moment. Bb15 letters from home teas

[Babayaro.]

Originally Posted by Elliot

It was the worst episode of big brother ever and it’ll be forgotten about as soon as other housemates deliver on what the viewing public came here for, ykno natural drama and conflict not not some forced storyline that’s been done how many times on tv nevermind this show? Cameron and his housemates have been nothing but horrible and don’t deserve this moment. Bb15 letters from home teas

This is pretty funny

[Elliot]

Last night screamed the very worst of c5 big brother. Emotionally manipulative and sappy editing reminiscent of X factor sob stories. The production meddling and grasping at straws as a result of their awful casting. They try to be overly controversial every year and it barely ever works. He must’ve mentioned in his audition he was in the closet and would come out in the house. They’re already desperate af people called for Lewis g to come back so they basically brought him back, the stupid nomination twists nobody asked for after promising back to basics. ****ing garbage we were cheated and lied to. Times like these make me glad it’s cancelled so I can just watch bb6 and bb8 over again

[joeysteele]

Well for me, it was one of the best and moving moments ever on a BB series.
Thankfully again, he has non judgemental people in the house exercising being cynical as to his motives.
He is very likely to have helped others struggling with what to do who feel as he has.

As long as anyone in his position make sure they are among those with no prejudices, or unnecessary judgemental cynicism.

[Vanessa]

Originally Posted by joeysteele

Well for me, it was one of the best and moving moments ever on a BB series.
Thankfully again, he has non judgemental people in the house exercising being cynical as to his motives.
He is very likely to have helped others struggling with what to do who feel as he has.

As long as anyone in his position make sure they are among those with no prejudices, or unnecessary judgemental cynicism.

It was heartwarming. Cameron is going up my estimations everyday. What a strong, beautiful young man. And Lewis was such a sweetheart for getting him that party.

[joeysteele]

Originally Posted by Vanessa

It was heartwarming. Cameron is going up my estimations everyday. What a strong, beautiful young man. And Lewis was such a sweetheart for getting him that party.

The asking for the party was itself a wonderful thing.
However, Lewis had the least coins of all of them, yet when told the cost, with no hesitation whatsoever, he said instantly, 'he'd' pay it.

Honestly, this Cameron and Lewis story and connection, restores my faith in good, decent human nature.

Great viewing, great to have witnessed it all unfurl.

[chuff me dizzy]

Originally Posted by joeysteele

Well for me, it was one of the best and moving moments ever on a BB series.
Thankfully again, he has non judgemental people in the house exercising being cynical as to his motives.
He is very likely to have helped others struggling with what to do who feel as he has.

As long as anyone in his position make sure they are among those with no prejudices, or unnecessary judgemental cynicism.

Me too

[fred7853]

Originally Posted by chuff me dizzy

Me too

Not like you to be sucked in by a pantomime ruse. Never mind, the truth will out in due course. Little Mr ''Never been kissed by a boy before'' coming out, oh except for the loads of todgers felt in high school, but they dont count according to Cammy.

[BigBrotherGuy100]

A tad overplayed in my opinion