[Amy]

TV bosses planning a Celebrity Big Brother for January are having trouble finding stars to take part.
Production company Endemol say plenty of D-list celebs want to be on the reality show but they need at least one big name.

An insider admitted: It's proving a bit trickier to persuade anyone really famous to join up.

Meanwhile Jamie Theakston has snubbed an offer to appear in I'm A Celebrity

Article from The Sun

Meanwhile Jamie Theakston has snubbed an offer to appear in I'm A Celebrity

No loss there then

[BigSister]

lol thanks Amy for that

[BusyBee]

If I remember correctly they had problems last time getting people to do it - I think its because its not now seen as the programme to be on - I'm a Celeb seems to have taken over.

[Amy]

Libertines star set for Celebrity Big Brother

Libertines frontman Pete Doherty is considering a ÂŁ100,000 offer to appear in Celebrity Big Brother.

Producers have promised him the cash even if he quits after a day, says The Sun.

They are keen to get a rock star following the success of Johnny Rotten in I'm A Celebrity, Get Me Out Of Here.

Tim Burgess from The Charlatans and Liam Gallagher have already turned them down.

An insider told the paper: "The offer is for ÂŁ100k and Pete is thinking about it."

It's reported that Doherty has already turned down I'm A Celebrity.

Article from Ananova

[Amy]

Here's the article from The Sun

Pete set for Big Bruv?
LIBERTINES frontman PETE DOHERTY is considering a ÂŁ100,000 offer to appear in Celebrity Big Brother.

Producers have promised him the cash even if he quits after a day. . . which sounds a likely scenario to me.

They are keen to get a rock star following the success of JOHNNY ROTTEN in I’m A Celebrity.

TIM BURGESS from THE CHARLATANS and LIAM GALLAGHER have already turned them down.

An insider revealed: “The offer is for £100k and Pete is thinking about it.”

Pete, who is battling drugs addiction, has already turned down I’m A Celebrity.

I hope he takes the BB offer, though.

If you thought VANESSA FELTZ losing the plot was compelling viewing — you ain’t seen nothing yet.

[cc100]

So are they actually doing celeb bb?

i thught it had been scrapped?

[James]

David Icke to be in Celebrity Big Brother?

BIG BROTHER SPOT FOR DAVID ICKE

By Richard Wright
SELF-styled prophet David Icke is set to be in the next Big Brother house.

The former professional goalkeeper, whose career was halted by arthritis, turned BBC sports presenter and gave that up for the Green Party, then to write books in which he made a series of predictions of disaster.

Promoting his work, Mr Icke famously claimed on the Wogan chat show that he was the son of God.

At that time he launched himself into a series of lecture tours and distinctively wore a turquoise shell suit because the colour represented positive energy.

His later work claimed that those in positions of power throughout the world were alien lizard shape-shifters in human form.

Mr Icke, of Dover Street in Ryde, will be joined on Big Brother by Mandy Allwood, who made headlines in 1996 when she revealed that she was pregnant with eight IVF babies.

The potentially explosive combination of Mr Icke, who became known for his esoteric style, with other guests in a house which has become known for rather more direct debate, will hit the Channel 4 TV screens on a date to be announced next year.

His Big Brother appearance will follow being on Gyles Brandreth's Public Opinion TV celebrity show late last month.

14 October 2004

Isle of Wight Today

[Amy]

Celebrity Big Brother will be biggest yet

The third series of Celebrity Big Brother will be the biggest yet.

The reality show will have more housemates than ever before - eight - according to Heat magazine.

There will also be extra coverage when the programme returns for its two-week run in January.

As usual, Davina McCall will front the live evictions and Dermot O'Leary will be presenting Celebrity Big Brother's Little Brother on Channel 4.

Diary Room Uncut and Nominations Uncut shows will feature on E4, and there will be live streaming on the web

From Ananova

[Amy]

Celebrity Big Brother is to return to our screens in January, according to Heat magazine this week.

The third series will be the biggest yet with eight housemates instead of the usual six and the show will last for a fortnight.

Davina McCall will host the live evictions and Dermot O'Leary will be presenting Celebrity Big Brother's Little Brother on Channel 4.

There will also be extra coverage - Diary Room Uncut and Nominations Uncut shows will feature on E4, and there will be live streaming on the web.

Celebrity Big Brother 1 was won by Jack Dee despite the fact the he escaped the house for a number of hours. The second Celebrity Big Brother crown was taken by former Take That singer Mark Owen.

Although the identites of the celebs are under wraps, it's rumoured that former Libertines singer Pete Doherty and sportsman turned guru and author David Ike have been approached to star in the series.

Article from Digitalspy

[Amy]

Mutu in talks for celebrity Big Brother

Former Chelsea footballer Adrian Mutu is in talks to appear on Celebrity Big Brother.

The Romanian striker, sacked by the Premiership side after testing positive for cocaine, told chiefs he is keen to join the two-week special early next year reports The Sun.

An insider at producers Endemol said: "Mutu started talking to producers after he was sacked from Chelsea.

"He feels very aggrieved about the way he was treated and thinks doing Big Brother would be a good way of getting his side of the story across.

"Besides, he has also been given a seven-month FA ban, so he has got time to fill."

Mutu, 25, was kicked out of Stamford Bridge last month. Others lined up to join him on Big Bruv include glamour girl Victoria Silvstedt and sports presenter turned religious fanatic David Icke.

Article Ananova

[Amy]

Here's the article from The Sun

DISGRACED Chelsea footballer Adrian Mutu is in talks to appear on Celebrity Big Brother.

The Romanian striker, sacked by the Premiership side after testing positive for cocaine, told chiefs he is keen to join the two-week special early next year.

An insider at producers Endemol said: “Mutu started talking to producers after he was sacked from Chelsea.

“He feels very aggrieved about the way he was treated and thinks doing Big Brother would be a good way of getting his side of the story across.

“Besides, he has also been given a seven-month FA ban, so he has got time to fill.”

Mutu, 25, was kicked out of Stamford Bridge last month. Others lined up to join him on Big Bruv include glamour girl Victoria Silvstedt and sports presenter turned religious fanatic David Icke.

[Amy]

Nancy wants ÂŁ300K to appear in Celeb Big Brother

Nancy Dell'olo has demanded ÂŁ300,000 to appear on Celebrity Big Brother.

Sven Goran Eriksson's Italian lover wants TV chiefs to cough up ÂŁ16,666 a day for her to go into the house.

Nancy, who has compared herself to Princess Diana, has had several meetings with Channel 4 producers reports The Sun.

An insider said: "They are keen to sign Nancy but were taken aback by her price. It could be a deal-breaker."

The show runs for 18 days from January 6 with three male celebrities lined up with three famous females.

Glamour girl Victoria Silvstedt has signed while disgraced Chelsea footballer Adrian Mutu is in talks with producers.

Ananova

[James]

The producers have asked Germaine Greer aswell.

She said on Newsnight Review tonight if she was going on Celeb BB and she said she didn't know yet but probably would if they can't get Nancy Dell’olio.

[Rosemary]

Lets hope they cant get Nancy Dell’olio ...I think Germaine Greer will be much more interesting

[Amy]

FRANK McAvennie yesterday revealed he's being lined up to star in Celebrity Big Brother.

The former Celtic and Scotland striker would be locked up in the Channel 4 house with a string of sexy female stars - while his wife watches his every move from home.

Blonde glamour girls Victoria Silvstedt and Alicia Douvall are among the co-stars being targeted by the reality TV show's producers.

But Frank, 44, who is married to second wife Karen Lamberti, 42, will have to be on his best behaviour with cameras filming every second.

Yesterday, he confirmed he was considering signing up for the series, which starts on January 6.

Burdz He said: 'I'm in talks but haven't signed any contracts yet. I would be interested in doing it.

All those cameras wouldn't bother me.'

England coach Sven Goran Eriksson's lover, Nancy Dell'Olio, and ex-Leeds footballer Lee Chapman are also expected to appear.

Nancy is rumoured to have demanded a Ł300,000 fee.

Macca, who was as famous for his playboy lifestyle as he was for playing football, admitted he is already a fan of the celebrity version of the show.

Previous contestants include Les Dennis, Anne Diamond, Vanessa Feltz, Chris Eubank, Jack Dee and Mark Owen.

McAvennie said: 'I liked the Celebrity Big Brother with Jack Dee and Vanessa Feltz. I like all that kind of stuff. But I can't say too much about it.'

Macca recently showed his interest in reality TV when he stuck up for sex-mad Big Brother contestant Michelle Bass, who was criticised for giving Newcastle girls a bad name.

Macca, who now lives on Tyneside with Karen, said: 'The burdz just want to have fun.

'All right, some wear outrageous sexy gear. But that doesn't mean they act like slappers.'

Daily Record

[Amy]

Former Celtic and Scotland football star Frank McAvennie has revealed he's being lined up to star in Celebrity Big Brother 3. He told the Scottish Daily Record "I'm in talks but haven't signed any contracts yet. I would be interested in doing it. All those cameras wouldn't bother me."

The Tyneside-based star showed an interest in Reality TV recently when he defended BB5's Michelle Bass after accusations that she shamed Newcastle girls with her sexy antics.

As well as McAvennie, former Leeds footballer and wife of actress Leslie Ash - Lee Chapman, axed Chelsea star Adrian Mutu, and controversial Coventry goalie turned new age guru and one time Son of God David Icke are believed to be in the running. All former soccer stars' private lives have attracted tabloid attention in the past.

Meanwhile, glamour model Victoria Silvstedt and busty showbiz kiss-and-tell girl Alicia Douvall are believed to have been approached to star in the show by producers. Partner of England football boss Sven Goran Eriksson, Nancy Dell'Olio, is also said to be in talks.

But as a contrast, feminist writer and broadcaster Germaine Greer could appear on the show to spice things up. Greer recently joked on BBC's Newsnight Review that she would take part in the show if Endemol couldn't afford Dell'Olio but has also stated that she doubts the makers of Big Brother could cough up enough cash for her to take part.

Digitalspy

[Amy]

EastEnders Spencer considers celeb Big Brother

Former EastEnder Chris Parker is considering a Ł50,000 offer to appear in Celebrity Big Brother.

The actor, who played Spencer Moon, is also in talks with TV bosses about becoming a presenter.

Chris, 21, left the BBC1 soap following a suicide scare reports The Sun.

But an insider at Big Brother makers Endemol revealed: "They are desperate to get Chris to join the line-up.

"They think he has a lot to say about recent events and believe he will be popular with the voting viewers after he was a favourite on Strictly Come Dancing.

"Chris says he is feeling much better but wants time to consider his next move."

Other names in talks for January's Celeb Big Brother include glamour model Victoria Silvstedt, 30, religious fanatic David Icke, 52, and soccer playboys Frank McAvennie, 44, and Adrian Mutu, 25.

The BBC and ITV are talking to Chris about acting and presenting roles and he is considering teaming up with pal and Top Of The Pops host Fearne Cotton, 21, for a new show.

But Chris, who has fiercely denied rumours he is gay, has rejected an offer to appear on BBC2 dating show Would Like To Meet.

Ananova

[Romantic Old Bird]

More on BBC news:

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[Romantic Old Bird]

And this on iC Wales etc:

Celebrities get 2 weeks in BB house Dec 9 2004







Celebrity Big Brother is returning next month - with the housemates locked up for even longer in an attempt to send them off the rails.

The show has been extended to two weeks, and there will be eight contestants rather than the usual six.

The third series begins on January 6 on Channel 4, with Davina McCall back as host.

Bosses hope the extended run will lead to more arguments and some spectacular unravellings in the style of previous housemates Vanessa Feltz and Les Dennis.

Vanessa famously cracked up and scrawled messages on the kitchen table, while Les broke down as he talked about his marriage problems with wife Amanda Holden.

The identities of the latest celebrity housemates are being kept under wraps until they enter the house.

But former footballer Frank McAvennie, model Victoria Silvstedt and Sven Goran Eriksson's partner Nancy Dell'Olio have all been approached.

David Icke, Lee Chapman, Abi Titmuss, shamed ex-Chelsea player Adrian Mutu and Brian Harvey's girlfriend Emma B have also been linked to the show. TV bosses have promised "a few twists and surprises" to shake up the celebrities.

There will be a live launch show on January 6 followed by daily highlights.

Viewers will vote to evict each housemate, and money from the votes will go to charity. This year the money will be split eight ways, so each celebrity gets the same amount for their chosen charity

[Amy]

Celeb Big Brother's Extended Run

Celebrity Big Brother is back next month - for an extended fortnight-long run.

And there will be eight stars in the house this year, rather than the usual six for an "uncompromising" time.

Sven Goran Eriksson's partner, Nancy Dell'Olio, former footballer Frank McAvennie and model Victoria Silvstedt have all been approached.

Abi Titumuss, Brian Harvey's girlfriend, Emma B, Lee Chapman and shamed ex-Chelsea player Adrian Mutu have also been linked to the reality show.

The third series begins on January 6 on Channel 4, with Davina McCall back as host.

A Channel 4 spokesman said: "This could be the most uncompromising and unpredictable couple of weeks in their lives."

In previous years, Les Dennis broke down talking about his marital problems with Amanda Holden and Vanessa Feltz cracked up, scribbling all over the kitchen table.

Money from the viewers' eviction votes will go to all eight celebrities' chosen charities.

Ananova

[steve_o]

David Icke and Germaine Greer might add a bit of interest to the show. Bit like Paul Burrull and Janet Road Porter Thing is they need to get some interesting known celebs in there.

[James]

According to The Sun, Michael Barrymore has asked to be on Celebrity Big Brother

Get me on Big Bruv!

SHAMED comic Michael Barrymore hopes to make his British TV comeback on Celebrity Big Brother.

Barrymore, 52, has contacted producers to say he is desperate to be in the show, which starts on January 6.

Barrymore, who now lives in New Zealand, said he would try to win the public over by talking in detail about his troubles over the past few years.

An insider at producers Endemol said: "Michael Barrymore wants to appear on Celebrity Big Brother.

"He said he is prepared to talk openly about everything that has happened to him in recent years. We are interested, but there are still concerns about putting him on TV."

Barrymore is trying to rebuild his career after a scandal following the death of Stuart Lubbock, 31, in his swimming pool at a drunken party in 2001.

He has also been lining up theatre roles but reckons he would be a hit on Celebrity Big Brother.

Sun readers recently voted Barrymore one of the stars they would most like to see on reality TV.

Other names in talks to appear on the Channel 4 show include Hear'Say-turned-classical star Myleene Klass, glamour model Victoria Silvstedt, 30, presenter-turned religious fanatic David Icke, 52, and soccer playboys Frank McAvennie, 44, and Adrian Mutu, 25.

Producers have also approached ex-EastEnder Chris Parker, who played Spencer Moon.

http://www.thesun.co.uk/article/0,,2...572339,00.html

[Kaz]

Originally posted by James
According to The Sun, Michael Barrymore has asked to be on Celebrity Big Brother

God no.

I sincerely hope the dear old Sun are wrong. Stay in New Zealand, Michael ....... you're just about bearable there.

[Romantic Old Bird]

Totally agree Kaz. Awful prospect.

Just about the only person I could think of as a worse choice would be Gary Glitter

[Romantic Old Bird]

From Mega Star today

Bosnich for Big Brother?

Phil Kemp


After Stan Collymore swearing a lot and looking menacing on muck-strewn barnyard bobbins The Farm, another shamed footballer is destined to bare his soul on the next round of reality guff.


Mark Bosnich, the ex-Chelsea goalkeeper better known for his hobby of dipping his face in a bag of South American self-raising, is expected to join the rogues' gallery of whingey nano-celebs and no-marks on the latest Celebrity Big Brother, coming to Channel 4 next month.


Producers are clearly banking on a blizzard of kiss 'n tell outbursts from the fallen Aussie.


Stakes are raised since only last month - according to the Daily Star - the former footballer told a TV show Down Under that he still slips off "the white-powder wagon" (the paper's words) from time to time.


And then there's the ex; the Sophie Anderton factor, that Endemol's walking clipboards trust will add extra zing to the show.


Sizzler Soph, back from lolling in chisel-cheeked perfection in a jungle clearing, and now spilling out of a frock at a lig elsewhere in the Star, is expected to be a major conversation point for a sofa-bound Bos.


C4 bosses, we're told, hope he'll be just the thing needed to up the ante on a "bigger badder" BB.


Or he might just grizzle like Les Dennis.