Big Brother host Will Best has addressed fan concerns about the length of live eviction interviews, following the departure of Chelsey Ammari, the second housemate to leave the Big Brother house. Chelsey's eviction came after tensions with celebrity guests like Jedward and other housemates, and the process was met with criticism from viewers. She faced off against Pauline Adeyemo, who is seen as a strong contender to win the series.
During an Instagram Live session with fans, Will Best, who is expecting his first child with partner Tobi Rose, acknowledged that the interviews are too short. He noted that Chelsey received only seven minutes of interview time, which he felt was not enough. Fans criticized the interview as a "disaster," with some pointing out that the outdoor setting and crowd noise made it difficult to hear and engage with the conversation. One viewer suggested that the evicted housemate should be interviewed by hosts of the new spin-off series, The Group Chat, including GK Barry and Big Brother series three winner Kate Lawler, to avoid the disruptive environment.
Despite the criticisms, some viewers appreciated the chaotic nature of the outdoor interview, with one stating that the format brought back the excitement of "event TV." Others praised the series overall, noting that it has seen a 32% increase in streaming numbers compared to 2025, with social media clips from the show reaching tens of millions of views.
Will Best was asked if Late and Live should return for one night a week on Fridays, to which he responded that it was a "not bad shout." However, he explained that without sufficient viewing figures, it is unlikely to happen, citing the high costs of producing live shows with large crews and audiences. He noted that Late and Live was a fun show but did not generate enough viewership to justify its continuation. Best expressed a desire to bring back live streaming and the live series, particularly for this season.
Big Brother returns on Sunday at 9pm on ITV2.
Big Brother Eviction Interviews Spark Debate Over Format and Production Costs
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