ITV Celebrity Big Brother fans have complained about the new series just minutes into the first episode, with many calling for a major change.
Fans took to social media to express their disappointment with the new hosts, AJ Odudu and Will Best, and many said they missed the previous hosts, Emma Willis and Rylan Clark.
One fan wrote: “I love BB/CBB, but this production is atrocious and very amateurish. Bring back Emma and Rylan! These two are not BB #CBBUK,” while another added: “I still don’t feel right watching without seeing Emma Willis #CBBUK.”
Speaking ahead of the new series, Will Best said: “I couldn’t be more excited! Some of the most iconic moments from Big Brother throughout the years have come from the Celebrity Big Brother series.
“When people think of Big Brother nowadays they often think of the GC, they think of ‘David’s dead! ‘ These were all given to us by celebs.”, reports the Mirror.
One disgruntled fan noted in light of their followers: “Think it’s time to switch over #CBBUK.”
An X user called Steve added: “If they don’t get a celebrity in soon I’m turning off #cbbuk.”
An unimpressed Dave said: “It started off so well, starting to scrape the barrel now. #CBBUK.”
Ahead of the launch show airing, AJ shared her excitement, saying: “I’m so excited! Off the back of the success of the civilian show, it’s amazing that we get to host the celebrity series.
“It’s created such iconic moments in the past – we can’t wait for the 2024 edition!”
The pair are also thrilled about the live aspect of the show. AJ explained: “There’s an energy you get from live TV that can’t be translated, all of the nervous energy from every single celebrity that steps out the car will be captured and seen.
Any awkward moments – if anyone stumbles and trips over their dress, we will see it! There’s an edge. Anything can happen! Bring it on!”
“It’s so fun! I feel incredibly lucky. Not everyone gets to do their dream job with their actual mate! I personally feel very, very safe with Will because I know that no matter what happens, Will’s got my back on and off camera so it’s very reassuring.”
“Which is what you need for live TV! ” Will added: “It’s so surreal! It doesn’t feel like work!”
The line-up this year includes Levi Roots, Sharon Osbourne, Gary Goldsmith and Louis Walsh.
Celebrity Big Brother continues tomorrow at 9pm on ITV and ITVX.