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Big Brother and Celebrity Big Brother WILL return on another channel despite axe from Channel 5
The show will be snapped up by a competitor and put back on screens - as early as next year
BIG Brother and Celebrity Big Brother WILL return on another channel - despite being axed by Channel 5.
C5 bosses announced today that they've cut ties with the longstanding show, however The Sun Online can reveal it will be snapped up by a national broadcaster thanks to its money-making format.
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An industry insider said: "Celebrity Big Brother is a hugely popular format and a massive brand that attracts millions of absolutely dedicated and importantly, young fans.
"That makes it extremely valuable when it comes to advertising.
"And there is no way another channel won't snap it up and bring it back, probably as early as next year.
"Channel Five getting rid of it is a massive gamble. It's still their most popular show, so it may be a decision they live to regret."
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The Sun Online can also reveal that Hertsmere council were contacted in June about planning permission – and a decision was made on Thursday to let the famous house stand for another three years.
The mansion in Borehamwood faced being knocked down if the council didn't approve the plans.
C5 announced they had axed the show, made by Endemol Shine, in a statement to The Sun Online on Friday.
It said: "The forthcoming series of Big Brother will be the last - of either celebrity or civilian versions - on Channel 5.
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"We’d like to thank Endemol and all of the production team who have worked tirelessly to make the show a success.
"We’d also like to thank our brilliant presenters - Emma on Big Brother and Rylan from Bit on the Side - for their consummate professionalism, Marcus, the voice of Big Brother and all of the housemates who have created so many memorable moments.
"Most importantly, we’d like to thank fans of the show for their support over the last seven years.
"We look forward to giving the final series a brilliant send-off.”
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Rylan has since taken to Twitter since the news of the axing broke.
He wrote: "After 6 years working on one of the most iconic shows on television I'm saddened to hear the news Big Brother won't be returning.
"It has been the biggest privilege being a housemate, a winner and a host on my favourite show on the television."
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