Big Brother housemates praised for addressing pronouns in show first

'This is a reflection of British society'

Author: Alex RossPublished 10th Oct 2023

Following the fast-paced launch show on Sunday night (8th October), Big Brother fans sat down to watch to drama from the last 24 hours unfold on Monday night (9th October), but the show kicked off with some very important scenes.

As well as Farida starting a discussion about Halal food, 18-year-old Hallie bravely opened up to the group that she's a transgender women, leading the group to create Big Brother history by addressing their pronouns.

Following Hallie's reveal, it prompted Scottish dancer Olivia to suggest the contestants go around the table and state how they'd like to be addressed, with all of them saying either she/her and he/him.

Upon seeing the moment on their screens, viewers and fans of the show took to social media to praise the group.

One fan wrote: 'Housemates respectfully discussing their pronouns, even JUST since the last series of Big Brother we have moved on so far. And no other TV show would broadcast such normal, humane interactions! It’s good to be back - #BBUK needs a place in this world'. (sic)

Another added: 'This wasn't forced by big brother, this happened organically when a contestant came out at trans. This is a reflection of British society and how the majority of people respond to discussing pronouns. It was a lovely moment.'

A third wrote: 'Getting emotional watching everyone being supportive of hallie and going round the room saying their pronouns, it’s literally that easy and not a big deal. I love big brother'. (sic)

Another commented: 'The pronouns moment on big brother was so beautiful to see, and shows modern day of a group of people accepting each other ❤️'. (sic)

Check out this year's Big Brother contestants below:

Kerry

Name: Kerry
Age: 40
From: Essex
Occupation: NHS Manager

Olivia

Name: Olivia
Age: 23
From: Glasgow
Occupation: Dancer

Henry

Name: Henry
Age: 25
From: Cotswolds
Occupation: Food Writer

Paul

Name: Paul
Age: 23
From: Liverpool
Occupation: Security Officer

Matty

Name: Matty
Age:24
From: Isle of Man
Occupation: Doctor

Noky

Name: Noky
Age: 26
From: Derby
Occupation: Banker

Dylan

Name: Dylan
Age: 39
From: Coventry
Occupation: DJ

Chanelle

Name: Chanelle
Age: 29
From: Llanelli
Occupation: Dental Therapist

Zak

Name: Zak
Age: 28
From: Manchester
Occupation: Model

Jordan

Name: Jordan
Age: 25
From: Scunthorpe
Occupation: Lawyer

Yinrun

Name: Yinrun
Age: 25
From: Harrogate
Occupation: Customer Support Agent

Trish


Name: Trish
Age: 33
From: Luton
Occupation: Mum

Hallie

Name: Hallie
Age: 18
From: London
Occupation: Youth Worker

Farida

Name: Farida
Age: 50
From: Wolverhampton
Occupation: Make-Up Artist

Tom

Name: Tom
Age: 21
From: Somerset
Occupation: Butcher

Jenkin

Name: Jenkin
Age: 25
From: Bridgend
Occupation: Barman

After entering the house, Hallie opened up to her fellow housemates, saying: "Hey, guys. I just have something to say. Yesterday I felt like I wasn’t being 100% authentic in myself. I thought I’d let everyone know I’m trans, if you didn’t know already. I just thought I’d make that loud and clear. I’m a trans woman, if you didn’t know."

The 18-year-old later revealed if she wins the £100,000 prize money she will have gender-affirming surgery, resulting in her fellow housemates asking about her experiences so far, something she was happy to address.

Meanwhile, with the first eviction looming on Friday (13th October) night, this year's housemates continue to get to know each other on tonight's show, with Big Brother putting their will power to the test with a 'big bed' task.

Big Brother continues every weekday at 9pm on ITV2/STV2.

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