Celebrity Big Brother Contestant Fees Revealed Amid Controversies

The latest season of Celebrity Big Brother has sparked interest over the high appearance fees paid to its contestants, with Hollywood actor Mickey Rourke reportedly set to earn £500,000, making him this year's highest paid housemate. However, after being removed from the show for inappropriate comments, Rourke is expected to receive only a fraction of this fee, as his payment will be calculated on a pro-rata basis. JoJo Siwa is now reportedly the highest-paid contestant still in the house, with an estimated fee of £400,000. Former MP Michael Fabricant, the first to be evicted, has stated he was paid a 'six figures' sum but is contractually barred from disclosing the exact amount. The substantial payments have drawn attention to the financial motivations behind celebrity participation and highlight the show's ongoing appeal to high-profile personalities. Some contestants, however, such as Ella Rae Wise, are said to be participating for reasons other than money, using the platform to revive or promote personal ventures.