ITV reveals major Big Brother announcement 25 years after first ever series

Big Brother fans have reason to celebrate, as there is no sign of the original social experiment ending anytime soon.

The ITV reality show will return for its third series on the broadcaster, which is extra special as it marks 25 years since it began in the UK.

On top of the ‘civilian series’, there will be a second helping in the form of the all-star version, Celebrity Big Brother.

This spring, viewers will watch a new batch of famous faces take up residence in the UK’s most famous abode, and they’ll have their fingers crossed for another Louis Walsh and Lauren Simon ‘totally banter’ apology moment.

The news comes just as the current installment of Big Brother is set to conclude tomorrow night with a glitzy live final.

Presenters AJ Odudu and Will Best will no doubt be serving looks as they announce who has won between the final six.

After over a month of living in a confined space, either Ali Bromley, Marcello Spooks, Emma Morgan, Hanah Haji, Nathan King, or Segun Shodipo, will be named champion.

Bringing the two versions back for more after Friday was a no-brainer for ITV, after the brand hit 96 million streams. The iconic Live Stream and Late & Live companion show have also contributed to the impressive numbers.

Paul Mortimer, Director of Reality Commissioning and Acquisitions has said: ‘Big Brother programming has firmly established itself across ITV’s platforms and become a favourite with our viewers.

‘Together, Big Brother and Celebrity Big Brother have grown audiences on ITV1 and ITV2 and amassed almost 100 million streams on ITVX. We’re therefore very excited to be able to throw open the House doors once again for another series of both Big Brother and Celebrity Big Brother in 2025 which are sure to promise more unmissable entertaining and captivating moments.’

‘We are so excited to be coming back with more Celebrity Big Brother and Big Brother. Both series have really resonated with audiences, and we can’t wait to make more. As always, viewers can look forward to Big Brother keeping Housemates – celebrities and civilians alike – on their toes,’ added Katy Manley, who is managing director of Initial, the production group behind the format.

If you want to be more than just a viewer when the contest rolls around next year then applications are now open. The ultimate popularity contest leaves one person a possible £100,000 richer, so it’s worth throwing your name in the hat.