Celebrity Big Brother: All of the rumoured names
The 2025 series will begin in April
Last updated 11th Mar 2025
Following the success of the rebooted series of Big Brother last year, it was no real surprise when ITV/STV bosses confirmed they'd also be bringing back the celebrity edition, a show which has created some of the most iconic reality TV moments in history over the last two decades.
Launching on 4th March 2024, bosses managed to land names such as Sharon Osborne, Louis Walsh, Fern Britton, Nikita Kuzmin, Bradley Riches and Love Island star Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu. Following the success, ITV/STV confirmed it would return in 2025, and now rumours are rife about which famous faces will take part in series two.
Who is taking part in Celebrity Big Brother?
No names have been confirmed just yet, but with the new series starting in a matter of week. , rumours are seriously rife.
Check out the rumoured CBB line-up below:
Angelica Bell
According to rumours, TV and Radio presenter Angelica Bell has already signed the papers to appear on this year's Celebrity Big Brother!
Chris Hughes
Although he hasn't done much reality TV in recent years, instead taking on a role of presenting on ITV Racing, Chris Hughes is another name hotly topped for the 2025 series of CBB. According to reports, the former Love Island star has signed the contract to appear, with him keen to get back in the public eye.
Rebekah Vardy
WAG Rebekah Vardy is rumoured for the 2025 series, with bookies tipping her to sign up after arch-nemesis Coleen Rooney's appearance on I'm A Celeb.
Ella Morgan
Best known for her appearance on Married At First Sight UK back in 2023, Ella Morgan is no stranger to reality shows, having also been part of series 13 of Celebs Go Dating. According to reports in the media, Ella is 'really up for' appearing on CBB, with bosses also keen to sign her up.
Tommy Fury
Ever since his split from Love Island fiancée Molly-Mae Hague, boxer Tommy Fury has been tipped for a number of reality TV shows, including both I'm A Celeb and Love Island: All Stars. Now, amid rumours that Tommy is back together with Molly, CBB bosses are keen to get him in the house this year.
Ella Rae Wise
Another reality star heavily rumoured for the series is TOWIE's Ella Rae Wise. Ella, who has been dating co-star Dan Edgar on and off for a number of months, has apparently signed up for the 2025 series.
Jack P. Shepherd
Coronation Street legend Jack P. Shepherd, who has played the role of David Platt since 2000, is reportedly going to appear in the 2025 series of CBB.
Annie Kilner
According to a national newspaper, footballer Kyle Walker's wife Annie Kilner is eyeing up a huge £750,000 to appear on the upcoming series. With all of the recent drama surrounding her husband, bosses are hoping she will spill some beans in the house.
Amanda Abbington
Following the drama surrounding her stint on Strictly Come Dancing with professional dancer Giovanni Pernice, actress Amanda Abbington is another name high on the list of bosses. ITV/STV are reportedly hoping Amanda will divulge more into the complaints she made against Giovanni and the BBC show.
Paul Chuckle
Chuckle Brother Paul was set to take part in the rebooted series back in 2024, but bosses reportedly made a last minute decision not to include him. So, could he appear this year instead?
No names have been confirmed just yet.
When does Celebrity Big Brother start?
Celebrity Big Brother will reportedly begin on Monday 7th April, running for three weeks until Friday 25th April.
During the Love Island: All Stars final on Monday 17th February, ITV/STV dropped the first teaser trailer for the upcoming 2025 series. The post read: 'From the firepit to the Diary Room. 👁️ Celebrity Big Brother is coming soon'. (sic)
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