EXCLUSIVE I visited the Celebrity Big Brother house after its eye-popping makeover - here's why this year's series is set to be the toughest yet Have YOU got a story? Email tips@dailymail.com By LAURA FOX FOR MAILONLINE Published: 17:48 EDT, 4 April 2025 | Updated: 18:03 EDT, 4 April 2025 e-mail View comments Advertisement With the new series of Celebrity Big Brother just days away, it appears that this year's series could be the most gruelling yet. While ITV have landed a lineup that could be considered its most star-studded in history, even Hollywood heavyweights Mickey Rourke and Jojo Siwa won't be immune from the challenges that lie ahead.
Bosses have pulled out all the stops for this year's lineup, with other big names including Trisha Goddard , Chesney Hawkes and Patsy Palmer also thought to be taking part, with huge salaries to match. And having been lucky enough to get a glimpse of the famous abode, I can confirm that it will be a jaw-dropping sight when stars head through the famous doors on Monday. Awash with colour and lights, there's nowhere to escape Big Brother's watchful eye, with even the famous mezzanine, which graced the house last year and offered some housemates a brief moment alone, now a thing of the past.
This year's house, which has been built in a brand new location, is also significantly smaller than the one which featured in the civilian series last year, meaning there are little spots for stars to escape to when they need a moment to themselves. Wi.