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Big Brother is back, and it’s bigger and supposedly better than ever. The huge twist this year, which was gradually revealed as the housemates entered the house was the lack of any males. Yes, that’s right, the first 11 HMs this year are all female, and what a lbunch of strange bods they are. For all you girls out there wanting a nice bit of totty to watch through the summer, don’t despair, there will be at least 1 guy entering the house on Friday. I suspect more will be introduced throughout the series too, with maybe mass evictions of the girls to even out the numbers.

The programme began with Davina McCall (as always wearing black) taking us on a tour of the new and redesigned house. Like the new logo, they’ve gone for a multi-coloured theme to the place with pinks, yellows and all different shades of blue filling the space. That annoying craze for writing instruction words on household objects has also found it’s way in to the house, with the table having “Eat” written on it etc. I know the IQ of BB contestants isn’t usually that high, but I’m sure they know where to eat and where not to. The other most noticable thing was the fact that the kitchen has been spread all over the house, with the fridge in the garden, and the cooker in the bedroom. Why they’ve done this I don’t know. I can only assume it’s to inconvenience the HMs, and also to cause some tension, with people cooking late at night annoying those already asleep. It all seems a bit pointless to me, and bizarre seeing as this is meant to be a happy and argument free house, after the fun we had during Celebrity Big Brother.

And then it was time for the housemates to be ushered in to their new home, where if they’re lucky, they will spend the next 3 months of their lives.

Sam and Amanda: First we had 18 year old identical twins Sam and Amanda, who are very blonde and very annoying. I noted that withn 10 seconds of them coming on the screen. They dress the same, do the same jobs, and probably boys, have the same twittering laugh, and finish each other’s sentences. I know twins have an unnerving love and closeness to each other, but those of us on the outside can find that link annoying and bizarre. They love hot boys and pink things. They hate chavs, and serious or boring people.
Celebrity lookalike: Paris Hilton
Former BB HM they remind me of: Nush
Odds of winning: 20-1

Leslie: Next came the retired 60 year old Leslie, the oldest HM ever to grace our screens. She was described as a headhunter, but I immediately thought Headmistress. She walked in quite soberly, not making a big show of herself. She says she’s intelligent and reserved but then countered that by admitting using temper tantrums to get her own way… grow up woman. She apparently knows Prince Charles, and Camilla, and seems quite posh. Hates music of any kind, and loves reading.
Celebrity lookalike: Anne Robinson
Former BB HM they remind me of: Germaine Greer
Odds of winning: 33-1

Charley: Former lapdancer and now unempoyed layabout Charley followed. Describing herself as an “it girl“, she says she loves money, and gets it even though she doesn’t work. Cousin of Manchester United footballer Keiron Richardson, and has also dated a premiership footballer. Calls herself hot, and indeed she has a good body, unfortunately has a face like a smacked arse. Got massive boos on her way in, with the crowd telling her to “get a job”. Her favourite word is “fuck“, but didn’t say if that was her favourite pastime too.
Celebrity lookalike: Michelle from Destinys Child/Dennis Rodman
Former BB HM they remind me of: Amma/Grace
Odds of winning: 100-1

Tracey: When she first appeared on screen, I thought 36 year old Tracey was a guy, or at the least a tranny, but no, it seems she’s just a hippy geezer bird. Has striking pink hair, and looks like a bit of a smackhead, though I’m sure she’s not. Is a raver, partying all weekend, before going back to her day job as a cleaner. Got massive cheers on her way in, but that might have been to counter Charley’s boos.
Celebrity lookalike: Bez!/Wurzel Gummidge
Former BB HM they remind me of: Bez! with a splash of Kitten
Odds of winning: 20-1

Chanelle: It’s Victoria Beckham! Er, no it’s not, it’s posh 19 year old Chanelle, who bears only a passing resemblance to Posh Spice. She buys everything Mrs Beckham launches, from clothes, to perfume, to those godawful records. She did have the pout down to a tee, and milked the press cameras for all they’re worth.She’s a pretentious Yorkshire lass, which is quite a mixture. Described her best moment as meeting the real Victoria Beckham… that poor poor girl. Posh Spice or Old Spice? I’m sure we’ll see as the series continues.
Celebrity lookalike: Anyone but Victoria Beckham/Amanda Holden
Former BB HM they remind me of: Vanessa/Sam
Odds of winning: 12-1

Shabnam: Shabnam or Shabs to her friends is a 22 year old Londoner, who went in dressed like a sweet wrapper. Looks more colourful than the BB house, and has very bad teeth. Wore a leopard skin top in her interview, which marks her as someone with bad taste straight away. Talks alot, looks argumentative, and went in urging the crowd to “cheer me“. When she waved at the top of the stairs showed her bingo wings to the world.
Celebrity lookalike: Danni Minogue/Amy Winehouse
Former BB HM they remind me of: Becki
Odds of winning: 20-1

Emily: Yet another 19 year old, and yet another student, Emily is posh and from Bristol, again, quite a mix. Describes herslef as an Indie chick, although I suspect on the quiet, she listens to classical music. Classes herself as intelligent and thinks she’ll win… maybe. Wants to see Pete Doherty in the house, but I don’t think she allow crack in the house do they? Will vote Tory in the next election, well someone has to. Got cheers on her way in and then swanned in like she owned the place.
Celebrity lookalike: Peaches Geldof/Lily Allen
Former BB HM they remind me of: Kate
Odds of winning: 10-1

Laura: She got the 2nd best reception on her way in, and is the most “normal” HM to enter so far, Laura is a 23 year old from Wales. She speaks alot, speaks fast, and sounds a bit like Vicki Pollard. Loves cooking, though she said cocking instead, and hates smokers. A bit on the chubby side, but cute with it. She seemed funny, and got big breasts, I mean big cheers on entrance. A bit chavvy, but if she keeps the terrible twins quiet by talking over them, that’s fine.
Celebrity lookalike: Beth Ditto
Former BB HM they remind me of: Helen
Odds of winning: 8-1

Nicky: The most attractive HM in my opinion, though I’m weird like that. Nicky is an Indian orphan adopted at the age of 1 by Irish and Indian parents. She’s catholic, and likes to drink, and have a good time. Seemed very shy and coy on her way in, I wouldn’t be surprised if she walks early on. Not much to say about her, but those are the ones that often come out of themselves and end up doing well.
Celebrity lookalike: Hmmmm
Former BB HM they remind me of: Shell/Cameron
Odds of winning: 33-1

Carol: The 2nd oldest HM, and got the best reception ever for a first night. Carol is a 53 year old Londoner, who immediately reminded me of Jo Brand. She’s currently unemployed, but spends her time peace campaigning, and spreading the anti-war message. Swears a hell of a lot, and won’t suffer fools lightly. She’s divorced, bisexual, and seemed excitable and eccentric on her way in.
Celebrity lookalike: One of the 2 fat ladies
Former BB HM they remind me of: John McCririck
Odds of winning: 10-1

So there’s my first impressions on the house and housemates, but if other years are anything to go by, the opposite will be true in a few weeks, with the ones I hate now, becoming my faves, and vice versa. I’ll be covering the whole series, with a weekly round up, and running a poll on who will be evicted each week, so keep it Pop Buzz UK for all the coverage of this year’s Big Brother.

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