Goldsmith’s exit came after his signing was condemned by Women’s Aid. The national charity felt that his taking part in the show sent the wrong message to survivors of domestic abuse.
Meanwhile on Day 9, viewers watched as Sharon Osbourne’s time on the show came to an end.
The music manager, 71, joined the show as this year’s celebrity ‘lodger’ meaning she wouldn’t be in the house long, but would be in charge of making major decisions in the game.
Some of these decisions included voting for three housemates to be placed up for eviction on day 1, with Sharon opting for David, Zeze and Gary. Ahead of her exit, she was given the opportunity to save someone from eviction and replace them with someone else in a nomination twist.
She chose to save social media star and presenter Zeze Millz and put Fern Britton up for eviction instead, stating that Zeze reminded her of someone she “loves”.
We still have some time to go until the Celebrity Big Brother 2024 final, which means we can expect a lot more from this year’s housemates.
As Celebrity Big Brother really gets into the swing of things, read on for everything you need to know about the cast, including who has already departed and those who remain in the running to be crowned the 2024 champ.
Celebrity Big Brother 2024 line-up: Confirmed cast
The Celebrity Big Brother 2024 confirmed cast is below:
Read on for more on this year’s line-up.
Bradley Riches
Age: 22
Job: Actor
Heartstopper’s Bradley Riches has joined Celebrity Big Brother.
Riches starred as James and is reportedly hoping to “fly the flag for autistic, queer people on a huge mainstream show like Celebrity Big Brother”.
A source told The Sun: “He’s keen to show the world that being neurodiverse isn’t something that holds you back, it’s a superpower.”
Zeze Millz
Age: 34
Job: TV presenter
Instagram: @zezemillz
Zeze Millz has been a staple on TV screens across the UK, featuring on Good Morning Britain, Victoria Derbyshire and her own programme, The Zeze Millz Show.
Fern Britton
Age: 66
Job: TV presenter
Instagram: @fernbritton
Former This Morning presenter Fern Britton was the final celebrity to be confirmed for this year’s show. Britton previously hosted the ITV programme for six years before she was later replaced by Holly Willoughby.
David Potts
Age: 30
Job: Reality TV star
Instagram: @davidpottsx
Ibiza Weekender star David Potts has entered the Celebrity Big Brother house. He has made a name for himself in the world of reality TV, and has appeared on the likes of Celebs Go Dating and The Big Celebrity Detox.
Marisha Wallace
Age: 38
Job: Musical theatre performer
Instagram: @marishawallace
Marisha Wallace has joined the Big Brother house. She rose to fame for UK audiences after starring as Effie White in Dreamgirls on the West End. Since then, she has gone on to appear in the West End productions of Waitress and Hairspray.
Colson Smith
Age: 25
Job: Actor
Instagram: @colsonjsmith
Best known for his role as Craig Tinker in Coronation Street, Smith has joined the Big Brother house.
Speaking to hosts AJ and Will, he admitted that he’s “nervous” but excited.
Colson was rumoured as part of the line-up just days before he entered the house.
“Big Brother producers have been in talks with Colson for months and it looks like a done deal,” a source told The Sun.
“They’re thrilled he’s keen to enter the nation’s most famous house, because he’s a big name already loved by millions of viewers and they were hellbent on securing someone from Corrie.”
Nikita Kuzmin
Age: 26
Job: Professional dancer and choreographer
Instagram: @nikita__kuzmin
Best known for wowing audiences with his moves on Strictly Come Dancing, Kuzmin was the third celebrity to join the house.
Kuzmin joined Strictly in 2021 and most recently was partnered with actor Layton Williams. He and Williams made it all the way to the final after consistently scoring highly throughout the competition.
Louis Walsh
Age: 71
Job: Music manager and TV personality
Instagram: N/A
Louis Walsh was the second housemate to be confirmed for the 2024 show, joining Sharon Osbourne on her secret mission.
Best known as a judge on The X Factor, as well as manager of Boyzone and Westlife, Louis Walsh was heavily rumoured for Celebrity Big Brother before being confirmed.
Former Celebrity Big Brother 2024 contestants
Levi Roots – EVICTED on Day 12
Age: 65
Job: Musician and TV personality
Instagram: @official_levi_roots
Dragons’ Den success story Levi Roots has moved into the Celebrity Big Brother house.
When Roots appeared on Dragons’ Den in 2007, he was looking for a £50,000 investment for a 40 per cent share in his business, and is one of the most successful people to appear on the series.
A source told The Mirror: “Levi will be great for the Celebrity Big Brother house. He’s got a few exciting projects coming up and he’s such a fun character. He’s self-made and is an inspiration to a new generation.”
Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu – EVICTED on Day 12
Age: 29
Job: Actress and social media influencer
Instagram: @ekinsuofficial
Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu rose to fame for UK audiences during her appearance on Love Island in 2022. She later went on to win the series with her now ex-boyfriend Davide Sanclimenti.
Following her appearance on Love Island, the actress took part on Dancing On Ice and The Traitors USA. And now she’s joined the Big Brother house.
Sharon Osbourne – LEFT on Day 9
Age: 71
Job: TV personality and music manager
Instagram: @sharonosbourne
Sharon Osbourne is the first contestant to be confirmed for this year’s show. She will be this year’s “lodger”, meaning she’ll only be in the house for five days and will have to decide which three housemates she wants to put up for eviction and who will face the public vote at the end of the week.
Sharon has been on TV screens for years, rising to prominence on the reality series The Osbournes, which followed her and her family’s daily life.
She later became a judge on numerous talent shows, including The X Factor and America’s Got Talent.
Lauren Simon – EVICTED on Day 9
Age: 51
Job: TV personality
Instagram: @lauren_simon_835
Real Housewives of Cheshire star Lauren Simon has joined the Celebrity Big Brother cast. Simon was an original member of the show since its inception in 2015.
Gary Goldsmith – EVICTED on Day 5
Age: 58
Job: Businessman
Instagram: N/A
Gary Goldsmith, who is Kate Middleton’s uncle (yes, you read correctly) has joined Celebrity Big Brother 2024.
During his VT, Gary revealed that he’s had four wives and that he hoped his niece would be watching. He added that he’ll be taking all the housemates at “face value”, but he will be the “enforcer” if anything happens.
Goldsmith was heavily rumoured to be taking part in the series before the live launch, with a source telling The Sun: “Gary also holds a deep affection for Kate and Wills, and will be able to give a fascinating insight into what it’s really like being related to the future king and queen.”
Goldsmith became the first celebrity be evicted from the Big Brother house.
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