Big Brother Returns for 2025 Series on ITV

ITV has confirmed the return of Big Brother and Celebrity Big Brother for a third series in 2025, coinciding with the show's 25th anniversary in the UK. The current series of Big Brother is set to conclude with a Live Final, where the winner will receive a life-changing cash prize. Celebrity Big Brother will air in spring 2025, featuring a new lineup of contestants, and applications for the civilian series are now open. The show has generated significant viewer engagement, amassing nearly 100 million streams on ITVX since its revival. Despite its popularity, the current season faced controversy, resulting in over 745 complaints to Ofcom regarding alleged racist comments made by a contestant. ITV's Director of Reality Commissioning, Paul Mortimer, expressed enthusiasm for the upcoming series, emphasizing its established fan base and engaging content.