[GiGi]

yeah like if you were gay and were shortlisted for big brother and you were there in france or wherever they are hiding, and you were told that you are not entering on launch night but going on the standby {like aisleyne and sam} because they already had a gay person, wouldnt that be awful. there should be NO restrictions on the ammount of people from a particular society, ethnic group, community etc.
Roll on BB8!

[the_chosen_one]

But if theres no restrictions shouldnt that apply to no favouritism too. I think this shows favouritism, what the daily star is reporting.

[Sunny_01]

I do understand what people are saying about wanting a broad spread of different people from different cultures and backgrounds, lets hope that the house we get suits everyone

[nodisharmony]

Originally posted by ams91
Good point nodisharmony....{and thanks for sayin gay people not gays!}

I always say that ams91

But as the title of the thread says,

"There maybe 7 gays going in"

Then it will make many forum members assume that it is okay to say that?

Maybe it should be altered?

To say "There maybe 7 gay housemates going in"?

That may help the situation? What do you think ams91?





nodisharmony

[GiGi]

I think that would help nodisharmony, thank you very much for asking. So, i was just thinking that the fact that the eye is rainbow colored because the symbol of a famous gay and lesbian organisation is a rainbow. What do you think?

[nodisharmony]

Originally posted by ams91
I think that would help nodisharmony, thank you very much for asking. So, i was just thinking that the fact that the eye is rainbow colored because the symbol of a famous gay and lesbian organisation is a rainbow. What do you think?

I actually haven't really thought about it ams91?

I do like the EYE and am actually glad that we got to see it when we did, rather than waiting to the launch date.

Too many fake EYES/THREADS, agreed
____________________________________
Regarding the thread title.

If it stays the same and other members do say the word "gays", then I would think it would be better to not complain too much, as it may be classed "unfair?"

As the thread title is still saying the word.

I am sure you understand what I am saying?





nodisharmony

[Moses455]

The only reason they will put so many gays in is because they have been entertaining in the past. Again, this is evidence the show is hardly a 'reality' sho any more, but trying to play to what its strengths were in the past. Were it a true reality show, there would be a more inclusive sample from the UK population.

[Mrluvaluva]

Here we go again.

[nodisharmony]

Originally posted by ~~
Here we go again.

It is the thread title which has the word in Baz

That shall have to be altered, before peace can return on the word you are concerned with.





nodisharmony

[Clom]

Originally posted by Rawr
Big deal?

Theres 7 gays going in whats the diffrence about 7 straight people going in?!?!?!?!?!

Probably because it doesn't represent a true proportion of gay people in this country and it would seem like another typical 'over the top, trying to please everyone' channel 4 stunt. If it is true, I don't have a problem with it, I couldn't care less if someone was straight, gay or universally sexual but I would still have no hesitation in questioning the decision as to why?!?

But then again the answer appears to be obvious..
Channel 4 answers to The Guardian.

[GiRTh]

I think this is a lot of fuss about nothing. Big Brother seems to pick housemates on personality anyway. Last year there were only three people of colour in the house and one of those didn't even make it into the actual house. And that's out of about 22 housemates. That is no way a fair representation of society but it happened. If there are seven gay people in the house then who cares.

I think Sunny is right too. Some of the comments on this thread are bordering on homophobic.

[Sophii3x]

I really don't see the problem with having lots of gay people in the house.
Sexuality, is sexuality.. nothing to do with personality.

[Moses455]

Originally posted by GiRTh
I think this is a lot of fuss about nothing. Big Brother seems to pick housemates on personality anyway. Last year there were only three people of colour in the house and one of those didn't even make it into the actual house. And that's out of about 22 housemates. That is no way a fair representation of society but it happened. If there are seven gay people in the house then who cares.

I think Sunny is right too. Some of the comments on this thread are bordering on homophobic.

With respect, to say BB 'seems to pick housemates on personality' is a load of tosh. Why, then, are there always 6/7 women with silicone breasts and bodies that are always exposed on TV? The show is more about modelling and commoness than actual diverse personalities.

[GiRTh]

Originally posted by Moses455

With respect, to say BB 'seems to pick housemates on personality' is a load of tosh. Why, then, are there always 6/7 women with silicone breasts and bodies that are always exposed on TV? The show is more about modelling and commoness than actual diverse personalities.

First and foremost, to call my point 'tosh' was always going to annoy me. If you're trying to wind me up then you've succeeded.

In a way I kind of agree with you but I don't care for your tone. For me, Big Brother has been more prone to pick freakish emotionally unstable people in recent years than anything else. I certainly don't think the show is about modelling and commoness and I'd be thrilled to hear how you've come to such a conclusion.

[nodisharmony]

Originally posted by Moses455


With respect, to say BB 'seems to pick housemates on personality' is a load of tosh. Why, then, are there always 6/7 women with silicone breasts and bodies that are always exposed on TV? The show is more about modelling and commoness than actual diverse personalities.

There are common & housemates that are models too.

I am sure that Endemol will pick a very diverse choice of housemates, ranging from complete extroverts, to quiet shy housemates.

I am glad you are expressing your opinions so strongly, as it is important for a great debate

I know that this topic is dedicated to the Daily Star article, whereby, they say that 7 Gay housemates are going into the BB house

If this is true and we are about to have a Gay-fest, which the article states, then it can be easy to assume, that there will be Gay housemates that will be "common", "model", "big boobs", (Extrovert) & (Introvert) alike






nodisharmony

[GiRTh]

Originally posted by nodisharmony


I am glad you are expressing your opinions so strongly, as it is important for a great debate

nodisharmony

Are you referring to the fact that he called my point tosh?

[Foebane100]

Originally posted by noel1993
i totally agree, Marcofan! if the c4 producers have decided to put 7 gays in, then so be it. it doesn't mean they put them in just because they are gay.

they dont put straight people in just because theyre straight.

I have to disagree with this the producers would put them in just because they are gay to provoke a reaction and outrage from the public and also get free publicity with many column inches. Remember the producers manipulate the people watching as much as the ones inside.

I would hate to see someone's sexuality become a major topic of the show and somewhat spoiling it, much the same as race has before.

[Noel]

well as michael in bb7 said, his personality was much more than his sexuality. i think people should see beyond the sexuality, through to the personality. sexuality only makes up a small fraction of a person.

[Foebane100]

But can make up much publicity

[Noel]

well the c4 producers would probably put gay people in because they are gay, but they shouldn't. they should look beyond their sexuality.

[nodisharmony]

Originally posted by GiRTh

Are you referring to the fact that he called my point tosh?

I was referring to the fact, that he has the right to offer strong opinions GiRTh.

How he chooses to go about it, is up to him.

Does that clear it up for you?





nodisharmony

[GiRTh]

Originally posted by nodisharmony

I was referring to the fact, that he has the right to offer strong opinions GiRTh.

How he chooses to go about it, is up to him.

Does that clear it up for you?





nodisharmony

I'm glad you cleared that up. I seem to misunderstand you quite a lot don't I? Or do I?

[nodisharmony]

Originally posted by GiRTh


I'm glad you cleared that up. I seem to misunderstand you quite a lot don't I? Or do I?

I'm very nice actually, just unauthodox!!







nodisharmony

[Moses455]

Originally posted by GiRTh

First and foremost, to call my point 'tosh' was always going to annoy me. If you're trying to wind me up then you've succeeded.

In a way I kind of agree with you but I don't care for your tone. For me, Big Brother has been more prone to pick freakish emotionally unstable people in recent years than anything else. I certainly don't think the show is about modelling and commoness and I'd be thrilled to hear how you've come to such a conclusion.

Being wound up so easily shows a very low tolerance level to a bit of witty banter. Perhaps you should go on some course to deal with your intolerance to those who may be more intelligent than you are.
I don't particularly want you 'thrilled' at my conclusion as to why the show is about modelling and commoness, but I will indulge you, even though the fact you cannot even see this for yourself shows you have more shortcomings than a lack of tolerance.

How many 'busty, fake' models have there been in the house?
How much is about pulling, drinking and altogether being rather shallow?
At least in BB1, the characters were genuine members of society and had indepedent thought.
Now, all we will get is a load of wannabe models, popstars and generally very shallow people, who all see BB as a way of making money and not the psychological experiment, it originally was meant to be.
Unfortunately in society, this viewpoint is prevalent, hence my use of the word 'common'. And as for the 'model' tag, I think this is obvious from my explanation from above and just using a little brain power.

[Mrluvaluva]

Originally posted by Moses455

Perhaps you should go on some course to deal with your intolerance to those who may be more intelligent than you are.

Somebody has high opinions of themself. Maybe someone should take their own advice.