Celebrity Big Brother has reportedly signed up another huge X Factor star.
Sharon Osbourne, 71, is rumoured to be joining the star-studded cast of the upcoming ITV series which kicks off in early March. It is believed the music manager will be flying to the UK next week from the US where she resides with husband Ozzy Osbourne.
The TV personality will enjoy a reunion with her former X Factor co-star Louis Walsh, who reportedly signed a six-figure deal to appear on the show. A TV source told The Sun: “Landing Sharon is a huge coup for the series, especially as she has such a strong on-screen partnership with Louis.
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“She isn’t afraid to say what’s on her mind and has a wealth of showbiz stories up her sleeves. She is guaranteed entertainment and sure to be a hit with viewers.”
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On Louis’ rumoured appearance, a TV insider told the publication: “He is one of the most intriguing signings for Celebrity Big Brother because he has almost half a century of experience in showbusiness to recall when he enters the house. Viewers will be most interested in his memories of his time on The X Factor and working with huge music acts including Westlife and Boyzone.”
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The insider added: “But there may be a few celebrities outside the house who are feeling nervous about what he might say, because Louis is notoriously outspoken.” ITV are yet to confirm both Louis and Sharon’s appearances as they responded: “All names are purely speculation” when asked who will star in the upcoming series.
The duo will join a number of celebrities in the famous house – many of which have already been speculated. Love Island star Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu is reportedly set to enter the house following her split from Davide Sanclimenti. Former This Morning presenter Fern Britton is believed to have signed up as well as Kate Middleton’s uncle Gary Goldsmith.
One person who won’t be starring in the upcoming series is The Traitors’ Harry Clark. The 23-year-old, who recently scooped nearly £100,000 after winning the BBC show, has reportedly turned down a huge sum to appear on CBB.
An insider told The Sun: “Just like his time on the whodunnit show, he is being incredibly shrewd about every move he makes and wants to play the long game. He’s made not bones about the fact that he fancies doing reality TV and although he was incredibly flattered by the offer, Celebrity Big Brother didn’t feel like the right project for him.”
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