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    Inside Celebrity Big Brother star Lauren Simon’s huge Cheshire house with statement staircase and sprawling conservatory

    LAUREN Simon has swapped her incredible Cheshire mansion for the Celebrity Big Brother house. The Real Housewives legend, 48, is one of the famous faces taking part in this year’s series of the celebrity version of the ITV show. Lauren Simons has shown off her home on social mediaCredit: InstagramHer kitchen is stylish and modernCredit: InstagramLauren is one of the celebrities in the line up for this year’s CBBCredit: ErotemeLauren has given a glimpse inside her humble abode on Instagram. The reality favourite posed for a snap in her kitchen in a plunging orange pleated midi dress.The snap gave a sneak peek inside – and it boasts white cupboards, black marble work tops and cream flooring.Meanwhile she also has an impressive conservatory which features dark oak flooring and a matching bar. Read more CBBIn another room Lauren has an amazing bar that has drinks for guests to enjoy, featuring plenty of beverages and stunning pampas grass.Earlier this week saw Lauren get put up for eviction for the SECOND time. In the first week she was up against Kate Middleton’s uncle Gary Goldsmith and he was the one that was sent home. Housemates were told that Louis Walsh, Zeze Millz and Lauren faced the chop, but in a shock twist, Sharon Osbourne decided to save Zeze and put Ferne Britton up for eviction instead.Most read in ShowbizSome viewers think that they have spotted a secret feud between Sharon and Lauren.Explaining her reasons for not picking Lauren, Sharon explained: “Lauren’s been here before. There are a lot of people that don’t want her here.”Celebrity Big Brother fans spot secret feud as they insist housemates ‘hates’ rivalAfter the awkward exchange, Sharon then turned to Louis to say he was ‘safe’ after not choosing to save him from the chop.Lauren then remarked: “That’s the bit that’s terrible. Sharon went ‘nobody seems to want Sharon here’.”Reacting to the scenes on social media, one Celebrity Big Brother fan said: “Sharon saving Zeze is maddddddd #CBBUK then saying everyone hates Lauren.”A second wrote: “Sharon basically saying to Lauren’s face that everyone hates her and she’ll be evicted.””I feel like Sharon secretly hates Lauren,” said a third.Lauren shot to fame in 2014 on The Real Housewives of Cheshire.After she split from her husband Paul Simon in 2018, she took a break from the show, but later returned in 2020.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe former couple share two daughters.Lauren has appeared in other shows such as Release The Hounds, Celebability, First Dates and Celebrity Dinner Date.The living room boasts a stylish leather sofaCredit: InstagramThe kitchen follows an all white interiorCredit: InstagramThere is a stylish bar in the houseCredit: InstagramLauren lives with two adorable dogsCredit: Instagram More

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    CBB host Will Best shocks fans as he strips fully naked and recreates Barry Keoghan’s naughty Saltburn scene

    WILL Best stunned fans as he entered the Celebrity Big Brother house naked tonight.The host gave them an eyeful before the live launch on ITV by dancing fully naked inside the famous abode on Instagram.Will Best stunned CBB fans as he entered the Celebrity Big Brother house naked tonightHe was joined by Big Brother legends Yinrun and JenkinThe pair were Will’s backing dancers in the hilarious videoInspired by Barry Keoghan’s naughty scene in outrageous movie Saltburn, the presenter strutted in the buff in front of two Big Brother legends.Yinrun and Jenkin, who shot to fame when Big Brother returned last year on ITV, appeared on the steps inside the West London mansion as Will’s backing dancers.Moving through the house, Will then hitched a ride on Big Brother star Kerry’s electric scooter.”New remix just dropped: Murder in the Celebrity Big Brother House,” Will captioned the clip on Instagram. READ MORE ON CBBITV revived the programme last year with its civilian version and now a whole set of famous faces have entered the house once again as Celebrity Big Brother made its grand comeback on Monday night.Will and AJ Odudu will meet up twice a week to host the live evictions, as well as continuing to present the daily Late and Live spin-off shows.Will said: “It’s going to be two evictions a week. We’re going to get to have double the time together.”We know just from chatting to Housemates how the mood changes during nominations. So nominations and evictions happening more often just cranks up the pressure.Most read in Showbiz”It will really mess with their heads.”Runner-up Olivia Young will be teaming up with her on-again, off-again pal Matty Simpson for the brand new project.Secret corner of Celebrity Big Brother house which ‘exposes game plan for surprise housemates’ revealed on our podcastTitled Frenemies, the duo will be hosting live TikTok sessions to debrief all the latest action in the CBB house.It comes as two of the lucky civilian housemates who made it into the ITV2 compound last year landed a brand new CBB spin-off series on TikTok.The pair shared a promo image to launch the new live show as they said: “For the next three weeks we will be LIVE on TikTok giving out unfiltered, unedited and most likely completely polar opposite opinions on Celebrity Big Brother.”Listen to all our Celebrity Big Brother podcast episodes:Celebrity Big Brother line-upSo who are the 13 stars expected to appear in the Celebrity Big Brother house? The Sun’s Jamie Downham takes a look…

    Sharon Osbourne – TV legend – who is thought to be on a megabucks deal – said she was doing the show for “a good time not a long time”
    Louis Walsh – Irish boyband manager who has never knowingly backed down from a fight. Sure to be a huge presence in the house.
    Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu – We know from Love Island, the Ek-ster is not above throwing about some dramatics to claw her way to the final.
    Levi Roots – Reggae Reggae Sauce sauce packs a bit of a kick, but its inventor seems quite mild-mannered. Will that change under pressure?
    Fern Britton – The former This Morning star called out Phillip Schofield – don’t think she won’t do the same to anyone who tangles with her.
    Colson Smith – You’ll probably know him best as Corrie’s Craig Tinker – but prepare to find out he’s not much like his character.
    David Potts – Ibiza Weekender’s breakout star is sure to bring a bit of the party isle to the house… but will people appreciate it?
    Gary Goldsmith – Kate Middleton’s uncle is a big signing for ITV, but very much an unknown quantity among viewers.
    Marisha Wallace – Top Broadway star may fill the brief of ‘American who doesn’t know what they’ve let themselves in for’.
    Nikita Kuzmin – The Strictly pro is coming onto the show fresh off the show’s tour. Poor lad probably just wants a rest.
    Zeze Mills – the social media star has a “no holds barred interview style” – which is just what we need in there.
    Bradley Riches – The actor played sweet James McEwan in Netflix hit Heartstopper. We’ll soon find out what he’s really like.
    Lauren Simon – She’s a Real Housewives of Cheshire star and you don’t get on that show by being shy and retiring.

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    I’m a Celebrity Big Brother legend and there’s a star this year who’s going to clash with housemates

    FORMER Celebrity Big Brother housemate Kerry Katona has issued some ominous warnings about the upcoming series. The former Atomic Kitten star speculated on the rumoured line-up of stars and she thinks we are in for a lot of drama. Kerry Katona has predicted that sparks will fly in the Celebrity Big Brother houseCredit: GettyThe singer and TV personality took part in the show in 2011Credit: RexRumoured contestants to be entering the hit show include former X Factor judge Louis Walsh as well as former This Morning presenter Fern Britton. Now, Kerry, 43, has admitted that she is excited for the new series and she thinks that sparks will fly in the infamous house. “If the rumours are true, then they’ve got some big names. “I’ve seen Fern Britton is one, and she will 100% speak her mind if that’s true. READ MORE ON CELEB BIG BROTHER”Louis Walsh and Sharon Osbourne have both been rumoured too. “I think there will definitely be controversial moments and people will clash in the house, especially if Fern is going in. Although she previously took part in Celebrity Big Brother herself back in 2011, Kerry is as much of a fan as a viewer. “Oh my God. I couldn’t wait! I’m 100% watching it all, it’s so good to have it back,” she gushed. Most read in RealityKerry added: “I’m really excited to see what it’s like this time around. “I loved last year’s regular Big Brother and think ITV has done a really good job with it.”Secret corner of Celebrity Big Brother house which ‘exposes game plan for surprise housemates’ revealed on our podcastAnd if asked to go back, Kerry said she would be the first in line should the producers give her the call.When asked if she would consider going back into the house, she explained: “Absolutely. In a heartbeat. “I think doing it again would be different because it’s a new mix of people and you’re surrounded by different personalities.”I love doing anything like that and reality shows in general. I had my 31st birthday in the house, so it’s been over 10 years since I’ve done it. She added: “They should get me back in!”Celebrity Big Brother line-upSo who are the 12 stars expected to appear in the Celebrity Big Brother house? The Sun’s Jamie Downham takes a look…
    Louis Walsh – Irish boyband manager who has never knowingly backed down from a fight. Sure to be a huge presence in the house.
    Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu – We know from Love Island, the Ek-ster is not above throwing about some dramatics to claw her way to the final.
    Levi Roots – Reggae Reggae Sauce sauce packs a bit of a kick, but its inventor seems quite mild-mannered. Will that change under pressure?
    Fern Britton – the former This Morning star called out Phillip Schofield – don’t think she won’t do the same to anyone who tangles with her.
    Colson Smith – You’ll probably know him best as Corrie’s Craig Tinker – but prepare to find out he’s not much like his character.
    David Potts – Ibiza Weekender’s breakout star is sure to bring a bit of the party isle to the house… but will people appreciate it?
    Gary Goldsmith – Kate Middleton’s uncle is a big signing for ITV, but very much an unknown quantity among viewers.
    Marisha Wallace – top Broadway star may fill the brief of ‘American who doesn’t know what they’ve let themselves in for’.
    Nikita Kuzmin – the Strictly pro is coming onto the show fresh off the show’s tour. Poor lad probably just wants a rest.
    Bradley Riches – the actor played sweet James McEwan in Netflix hit Heartstopper. We’ll soon find out what he’s really like.
    Zeze Mills – the social media star has a “no holds barred interview style” – which is just what we need in there.
    Lauren Simon – she’s a Real Housewives of Cheshire star and you don’t get on that show by being shy and retiring.

    She thinks that if Ferne does go in, she will speak her mindCredit: PAThe star admits that she would go back into the house in ‘a heartbeat’Credit: instagramKerry is as much of a fan as she is an expertCredit: RexKeep up to date with the latest news, gossip and scandals on our celebrity live blog More

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    I’m a former pimp and Celebrity Big Brother star – now I run a tropical bird sanctuary

    CELEBRITY Big Brother star Heidi Fleiss has swapped her Hollywood pimp lifestyle to run a tropical bird sanctuary.Heidi, 58, was famously arrested for pandering in a police sting in 1993 over a high-class prostitution ring whose clients included A-listers such as Charlie Sheen.Heidi Fleiss has swapped her Hollywood pimp lifestyle to run a tropical bird sanctuaryCredit: The US SunThe former madam appeared on the seventh series of Celeb Big Brother in 2010Credit: RexShe was famously arrested for pandering in a police sting in 1993 over a high-class prostitution ringThe former madam was sentenced to seven years in prison on separate federal tax evasion and money laundering charges. Heidi, who appeared on Celebrity Big Brother back in 2010,  has now swapped pimping in Tinseltown for saving macaws at a sanctuary for around 30 birds in the Nevada desert. She now calls herself a “retired Hollywood Madam turned active Macaw patroness”.In 2022, Heidi claimed someone injured one of her macaws right before Christmas of the previous year.READ MORE ON BIG BROTHERThe parrot was shot in the leg with a pellet gun.She offered $5,000 for information that may help find and arrest the culprit.“I want to castrate him, I want them to get the death penalty for shooting my little Chuey, who was just flying around doing nothing — and they shoot her,” she told the Pahrump Valley Times.She has been a Pahrump resident for nearly 15 years and is making the decision to move from Nevada as a result of the incident.Most read in ShowbizAt the time, she said she intended to leave Nevada for Missouri and is planning to relocate her exotic bird rescue sanctuary.Heidi’s wealth is estimated to be £1million, according to Celebrity Net Worth.Celebrity Big Brother live launch’s epic movie-length runtime revealed as huge stars enter the houseSometime in 1993, she achieved infamy for leading a Los Angeles prostitution ring that pandered to Hollywood’s stars.While she left her life as a madam behind, she went on to achieve success as an author.In 2002, she published her first book titled Pandering.Soon enough, she followed up with her 2004 book The Player’s Handbook: The Ultimate Guide on Dating and Relationships.Born and raised in California, Heidi is one of six children in her family.From 2000 to 2003, the former madam made headlines for her relationship with Saving Private Ryan actor Tom Sizemore.In 2010, she and Sizemore reunited when they both appeared in Celebrity Rehab with Dr. Drew.READ MORE SUN STORIESShe then appeared of on the seventh series of Celeb Big Brother – 14 years ago.Her CBB UK stint didn’t last too long, she was the second contestant to be evicted.She now calls herself a ‘retired Hollywood Madam turned active Macaw patroness’Credit: The US SunHeidi was the second celeb to be evicted that seriesCredit: Rex More

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    TV legend signs for Celebrity Big Brother – as bosses hope he spills A-list secrets from decades in showbiz

    HE spent more than a decade judging people on TV, as one of the longest-serving X Factor judges.Now Louis Walsh will get a taste of his own medicine, as I can reveal he has gamely signed up to be a contestant on Celebrity Big Brother.
    Louis Walsh has signed up to be a contestant on Celebrity Big BrotherCredit: PA:Press Association
    Louis, a panellist on ITV’s The X Factor from 2004 till 2014 then 2016 to 2017, is said to have landed himself a bumper six-figure deal to enter the CBB house when the show is rebooted on ITV1 next month.
    A close associate of Irishman Louis, who has also managed a series of top music acts over the years, said: “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.
    “But there may be a few celebrities outside the house who are feeling nervous about what he might say, because Louis is notoriously outspoken.”
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    Asked whether Louis will do CBB, an ITV spokesman would only say: “All names are purely speculation.”
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    But The Sun reported last month that he was in advanced talks with CBB bosses, and since then they have been hammering out a deal with him.
    Producers are hoping to keep the full line-up a secret so some of the big names can be revealed on the live launch show, which will air on March 4.
    But three names have already been leaked before battle commences — they are Kate Middleton’s uncle Gary Goldsmith, former boxing champ Amir Khan’s wife Faryal Makhdoom and Love Islander Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu.
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    If Louis does need some pointers on how to win over viewers, perhaps he can get some from his old act Jedward, who he mentored when the X Factor comedy duo launched their, ahem, singing career.
    On second thoughts, he might be better advised to look elsewhere for pearls of wisdom.
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    Love Island legend reveals she’s in talks for Celebrity Big Brother

    A LOVE Island legend has revealed she’s in talks to be on Celebrity Big Brother. The reality TV star admitted that discussions are underway and that she is considering taking part in the reality show.
    The Love Island legend has revealed she is in talks to appear on Celebrity Big BrotherCredit: itv
    Olivia Attwood admitted she’s had ‘a talk’ with TV bosses about going on the popular reality showCredit: instagram
    Olivia Attwood, known for her fiery personality and memorable moments on the dating show, could be set to enter the iconic Big Brother house.
    The star revealed that she has had ‘a talk’ with TV bosses about going on the series during a Q&A on her Instagram story.
    A fan asked: “Also, would you ever do Celebrity Big Brother?”
    Olivia replied: “We did talk…”
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    Only time will tell if Attwood will indeed be gracing our screens once again, but one thing is for sure – if she does enter the Celebrity Big Brother house, viewers are in for a wild ride filled with drama, laughter, and memorable moments.
    Olivia rose to fame following her appearance on the third season of Love Island in 2017.
    She’s also starred on Celebs Go Dating, TOWIE, and I’m A Celebrity.
    Now she is the host of her own ITV show named The Price of Perfection, where she talk’s to people undergoing wild beauty procedures in hopes to achieve perfection.
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    Meanwhile the blonde beauty looked incredible as she stripped to her underwear recently.
    It happened after it was revealed she had sold off her old pants.
    Olivia Attwood looks incredible as she strips to underwear after it’s revealed she’s selling off old pants
    Olivia wowed in a sheer polka dot set featuring frilled straps and bows on each strap from Savage X.
    In another sexy snap, showed her wearing a black lace bodysuit.
    Olivia suggested she might pair it with jeans for a night out.
    Olivia showed off her incredible figure in a Savage X Fenty lingerie set recentlyCredit: Instagram / @oliviajade_attwood More

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    This Morning favourite Kate Lawler surprises fans as she strips to underwear and shows off six-pack in sizzling video

    FORMER Big Brother winner Kate Lawler surprised fans as she stripped to her underwear on social media. The This Morning presenter flaunted her impressive six-pack in a sizzling outfit video online.
    Kate Lawler posed in her underwear on Instagram
    She surprised her fans after flaunting her impressive muscles
    Kate, 43, took to Instagram as she wanted to show off a new outfit to her devoted Instagram followers.
    But before she put on her new Valentines Day themed gown, she was dressed in nothing but her underwear.
    The star cut an ultra-slim figure as she sported a skimpy black two-piece lingerie set.
    In the clip she exclaimed: “So let’s do a quick outfit of the day. First up, loads of people asked me where my white one of these was from the other day.
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    “Trusty old Marks and Spencer’s. Very comfy, A little bit of padding, no underwire so it doesn’t hurt your boobies.”
    But she soon covered up with her tights, as she felt the cold from the winter draft in her hotel room.
    “I can’t wait to put these blooming tights on, do you know that? It’s quite nippy in this hotel room,” the former Virgin Radio presenter remarked.
    Giving a final pose added: “Now, that’s a buzzy look, isn’t it?”
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    This was before she put on the dress and her gold drop down earrings, although she had her gown on backwards.
    The star is currently impressing many fans of This Morning and Loose Women as she presents the competition segments across ITV Daytime.
    She got her big industry break in 2002 when she entered the third series of Big Brother, alongside the likes of Jade Goody and Alison Hammond.
    Alison even lavished praise on her TV colleague for her new video as she commented: “Lush.”
    After 64 days, Kate eventually won the show in the live final that was watched by over 10 million viewers.
    The TV personality accidentally out her dress on the wrong way round
    The star is no stranger to stripping down to her revealing outfitsCredit: Instagram
    She shares three-year-old daughter Noa with her husband Martin Bojtos whom she married in 2022Credit: Instagram/@thekatelawler
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    Fresh blow to Calum Best as his TV firm goes bust owing £85k to taxman after appearing in court on sexual assault charge

    REALITY star Calum Best is facing more misery as his TV firm has gone bust owing £85,000 to the taxman.The ex-Celebrity Big Brother contestant, 42, has raked in huge sums from reality TV shows including SAS: Who Dares Wins, Celebrity Love Island and Celebs Go Dating.
    Calum Best is facing more misery as his TV firm has gone bust owing £85,000 to the taxmanCredit: Getty
    But Calum’s media firm Trouble to Triumph Limited has fallen on tough times.
    The financial problems come days after he appeared in a Spanish court accused of sexual assaulting a British holidaymaker.
    Calum, who is the son of the late Manchester United legend George, has put his company into liquidation owing HMRC £85,625 and a further £2,500 to other creditors.
    The former model, who is also chairman of Dorking Wanderers FC women’s team, also owes his firm £48,971 by way of a director’s loan.
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    Forensic accountants have also been hired to recover the outstanding debt.
    The firm was set up in 2015 when he made his first Celebrity Big Brother appearance, which he was paid £50,000 for.
    He returned to the show for another stint in 2017 and then was declared the joint winner of SAS: Who Dares Wins in 2022.
    In 2013, Calum was forced to surrender a £75,000 18 carat gold Jean Lassel watch after declaring bankruptcy due to unpaid tax bills.
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    Speaking about being strapped for cash in 2017, he said: “I wouldn’t be doing f***ing reality TV if I didn’t need to… I do these things as I need to earn a living.”
    He was in court on Tuesday when it was claimed he had sexually assaulted a woman at an Ibiza beach club in April 2022 during a birthday party.
    The teetotal star, who faces three years in jail if convicted, denied the claims.
    The woman told the court via video link from the UK: “Calum Best told me he wanted to show me something, took my hand and guided me round the corner and asked me to close my eyes.
    “Then he put my right hand down his shorts and guided it towards his penis.
    “My hands and his were there and he was sort of rubbing it and there was some kind of forcing, although not enough for me not to pull my hand away and out of his trousers, which I did.” More