[Mike]

In the countdown to what could be the final hours of any one of the Housemates, their friends and family have rallied round to show their support in the flesh.

As the Housemates hollered a tuneless version of 'The Final Countdown' inside the House, outside we caught up with some of their nearest and dearest.

Maxwell's Friend - Ian

How do you think he is coping?

He is coping alright, I think he is getting frustrated with the little arguments as it's not like him to argue with people, but he doesn't want to back down and he is totally being himself.

Do you think the intensity is getting to him then?

Yes, but I think he is enjoying himself. I heard him say the other day that it's the best holiday he has ever had, so that's nice.

Do you think he fancies Saskia?

Yes he does fancy her, yes.

Where you surprised when he got in to the House?

Yes I was surprised when he didn't turn up for the Cup Final!

Do you think he is being himself in the House?

Yes, I didn't think he would be.

Is he a bit of a Romeo outside of the House then?

He likes to think he is! He likes his women.

Do you think he has a game plan?

No, he has just gone in to enjoy himself.

Kemal's Parents - Tom and Hanive

How do you think Kemal is coping in the Big Brother House?

I think he is doing well, he's a funny boy and he has his own ways to do things.

Do you think he is being himself?

Yes and when it comes to doing something he has a mind of his own and he will pursue it until he gets a long way.

Were you surprised to find out he was in the House?

He told us when he came home from Liverpool as he was studying away. Yes we were surprised; we didn't even know he applied for it.

Do you think he has a game plan then?

Kemal doesn't plan things, he just goes along, I think he may be overreacting in some aspects but generally he is himself.



Sam's Friend - Karen

How do you think she is coping in the House?

At the moment not too well, part of me thinks she wants to come out but part of me knows she wants to prove something and she is going to be fine.

How did you react when she got in the House?

We knew she auditioned and she told us she didn't get picked and then Friday we saw her on TV and were so shocked!

Do you think she has a game plan?

I'm not too sure, she is not usually quiet but at the moment she is, but it could be because of everything going on, or maybe she does have a plan.

Is there anyone in the House you think she gets on with best?

Saskia and Maxwell.

Saskia's Friend - Tiffany

How do you think Saskia is coping in the House?

Very well, she has Maxwell there for support, she's not getting involved in the rows but I think that's to come soon! She will end up tearing into people...not physically.

Were you surprised when she got into the House?

No, I had a gut feeling, I knew.

Do you think she fancies Maxwell?

No, I don't think she is very close and we both love men and attention.

Any game plan?

No, I thought she might have before she went in but it looks like she is just being herself totally!

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