Big Brother’s Lily gets emotional, hoping to be liked

Lily opens up in tears

During a recent episode of Big Brother, Chinese takeaway server Lily Benson, 20, couldn't hold back her emotions as she expressed, 'I hope people like me,' while talking to Big Brother in the diary room.

Seeking reassurance

Lily took some time away from her housemates to share her feelings of insecurity, questioning if others in the house truly liked her and fearing that they might find her annoying.

Emotional revelation

She shared, "I only have like a few friends, so it's nice to have people actually like me. Me being me, I'm going to question: 'Oh, do people like that?'"

Support from fellow housemates

Breaking down while talking to Ali and Martha on the sofa, Lily admitted, "Myself is weird to everyone else." Her housemates reassured her, telling her there was no reason for her to be sad.

Dividing viewers' opinions

Since joining the show, Lily has sparked mixed opinions among viewers. Some speculate that producers are keeping her in the show to reach the final, with one Reddit user calling it rigged to ensure she won't face eviction.

Controversy and fan reactions

While some fans are frustrated with Lily's actions in the house, accusing her of being fake to gain more air time, others are divided on whether her presence adds to the show's dynamics.