Big Brother 2024 Returns with Shocking Pay Scale
Big Brother 2024 is set to return this weekend, and viewers will be surprised to learn how little housemates are paid compared to celebrity contestants. The BB contestants enter the Big Brother house on Sunday, October 6 at 9 pm on ITV2 and ITVX.
Housemates Do Get Paid
The Big Brother housemates do get paid for appearing on the show. The exact amount that ITV pays their contestants has been kept under wraps. However, Channel 5 previously paid their housemates £50 a day. Former Big Brother 15 star Mark Byron revealed that housemates receive a small cash sum to help with bills while they're in the house.
Big Differences in Pay
In the US, housemates reportedly receive $1,000 each week, equivalent to £819, highlighting a significant pay gap. Celebrities like David Gest and Katie Price have been among the highest-paid contestants on the show.
Winning Prizes
The prize money for winning Big Brother stands at £100,000, but Celebrity Big Brother does not offer a cash prize. In the last series of Big Brother, Jordan emerged as the winner, walking away with the grand prize after a fierce competition.
Upcoming Season Details
Big Brother returns on Sunday, October 6 at 9 pm on ITV2 and ITVX. The show will air daily at 9 pm on ITV2, with additional exclusive content in Celebrity Big Brother: Late & Live. The Live Stream will also be available seven nights a week on ITVX, offering fans a chance to watch live footage after hours.
