Celebrity Big Brother (British series 20)
Celebrity Big Brother 20 was the twentieth series of the British reality television series "Celebrity Big Brother", hosted by Emma Willis and narrated by Marcus Bentley. The series launched on 1 August 2017, and concluded on 25 August 2017 after 25 days, making this the shortest series since "Celebrity Big Brother 12" in 2013. The series was on Channel 5 in the United Kingdom and 3e in Ireland with the spin-off show "Celebrity Big Brother's Bit on the Side" presented by Rylan Clark-Neal. It was the thirteenth celebrity series and twentieth  series of "Big Brother" overall to air on Channel 5. During the launch show on 1 August 2017, Willis confirmed that the winner would receive £50,000 for a charity of their choice. This is the first celebrity series to include a prize fund since "Celebrity Big Brother 3" in 2005. On 25 August 2017, Sarah Harding was announced as the winner of the series having received 35.33% of the final vote, with Amelia Lily as the runner-up after receiving 29.92%. Production. Eye logo. The eye was released on 19 July 2017 and features a metallic golden eye. Teasers . On 24 July 2017, a three-second teaser was released promoting the series. It includes a swimming pool with a "#CBB" inflatable in the water. The full length trailer was released on 26 July 2017. During the live final of "Big Brother 18", a further trailer was released showing glimpses of the celebrities. House. On 1 August 2017, the day of the launch, the official house pictures were released. The house clearly resembles from the one previously used from the last civilian season with boxed interior designs with flat toned colors that spans even with the redecorated garden. The new  house includes two bedrooms, "Forest Suite" and "Blossom Suite". Housemates. On Day 1, fifteen celebrity housemates entered the house. Amelia Lily. Amelia Lily is a British singer, known for being a contestant on the eighth series of "The X Factor"; where she reached the final and finished in third place. Since leaving "The X Factor", Amelia released three Top 40 songs in the UK Singles Chart, including "You Bring Me Joy" which peaked at number 2. Lily was also the support act for fellow housemate, Sarah Harding, on her arena tour as a member of Girls Aloud. As an actress , she has appeared in stage shows such as American Idiot on the West End and "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat" on UK tour. She entered the house on Day 1 and left on Day 25 as the runner up. Brandi Glanville. Brandi Glanville is an American television personality, known for being a cast member on the Bravo reality series "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" from 2011 until 2015. Since then she has appeared in the seventh series of "The Celebrity Apprentice" in 2015 where she placed fourth, as well as taking part in "Famously Single" in 2016. She  is the ex-wife of actor Eddie Cibrian. She entered the house on Day 1 and became the fifth housemate to be evicted on Day 18. She later appeared in the first series of "Celebrity Big Brother" in the United States. Chad Johnson. Chad Johnson is an American television personality, known for his appearances on the ABC reality dating game shows "The Bachelorette" during the twelfth season, where he tried to win the heart of JoJo Fletcher, and "Bachelor in Paradise" for the third season. In 2017, he took part in another dating show "Famously Single". He entered the house  on Day 1. He eventually came fifth place on Day 25. Derek Acorah. Derek Johnson, known better as Derek Acorah, was a British spiritual medium known for appearing on the Sky Living paranormal reality television series "Most Haunted" from the first series in 2001 until the sixth series in 2006. He entered the house on Day 1. He left in fourth place on Day 25. Helen Lederer. Helen Lederer is a British comedian, actress and writer, known for playing Catriona in the BBC sitcom "Absolutely Fabulous" from 1992 onwards. She is a published author, and has also made appearances in  the Channel 4 soap opera "Hollyoaks" in 2013 and 2015 as Mariam Andrews. She entered the house on Day 1. She became the eighth housemate to be evicted on Day 22. Jemma Lucy. Jemma Henley, known better as Jemma Lucy, is a British reality television personality and glamour model, best known as a cast member in the MTV reality series, "Ex on the Beach" during the third series in 2015 before later returning for the fifth "All star" series in 2016. In 2011, Jemma was a contestant in "Signed by Katie Price" along with "Big Brother's Bit on the  Side" host Rylan Clark-Neal. She is also the ex-girlfriend of "Celebrity Big Brother 18" winner Stephen Bear. She entered the house on Day 1. During the final on Day 25, she finished in sixth place. Jordan Davies. Jordan Davies is a British reality television personality, best known as a cast member in the ITV2 reality series "Ibiza Weekender" from the first series onwards, and the MTV reality series, "Ex on the Beach" during the third series in 2015 before later returning for the fourth and fifth "All star" series in 2016. He is the ex-fiancé of "Celebrity  Big Brother 17" housemate Megan McKenna. He entered the house on Day 1 and became the fourth housemate to be evicted on Day 15. Karthik Nagesan. Karthik Nagesan is an Indian-born British businessman and television personality, known for competing on the twelfth series of "The Apprentice" in 2016. He entered the house on Day 1. Karthik became the second housemate to be evicted on Day 11. Marissa Jade. Marissa Jade is an American television personality, known for being a cast member in the VH1 reality series "Mob Wives" during the show's sixth and final season in 2016. She  entered the house on Day 1. On Day 8, she became the first housemate to be evicted after receiving the fewest votes to save. Paul Danan. Paul Danan is a British actor known for playing Sol Patrick in the Channel 4 soap opera "Hollyoaks" from 1997 until 2001. In 2005 he took part in the first series of "Celebrity Love Island" before later returning for the second series in 2006. He entered the house on Day 1 and became the sixth housemate to be evicted on Day 18. Sam Thompson. Sam Thompson is a British reality television personality, known for  starring as a cast member on the E4 reality series, "Made in Chelsea" alongside his sister, Louise. He joined the show for the sixth series in 2013 and has remained as a cast member since. He entered the house on Day 1 and left in third place on Day 25. Sandi Bogle. Sandy Channer, known better as Sandi Bogle, is a British television personality, known for starring in the observational documentary series, "Gogglebox" on Channel 4. Sandi appeared in the show from the first series in 2013 with her best friend Sandra, but left the show following its eighth series  three years later. In 2016, she released her debut single "Casanova". She is the cousin of Naomi Campbell. She entered the house on Day 1. She became the seventh housemate to be evicted on Day 22. Sarah Harding. Sarah Harding was a British singer and actress, known for being a member of the girl group Girls Aloud, which she won a place in following her appearance on the ITV television talent show "" in 2002. During her time in the group, they picked up one BRIT award and had four number one singles. However the group split in 2013, and Sarah  launched a solo career. As an actress she played Joni Preston in the ITV soap opera "Coronation Street" in 2015. In 2016 she took part in the third series of "The Jump". She entered the house on Day 1. On Day 25, it was announced that Sarah had won the series. Shaun Williamson. Shaun Williamson is a British actor and singer, known for playing Barry Evans in the BBC soap opera "EastEnders" between 1994 and 2004. He entered the house on Day 1. He was evicted on Day 23, via the backdoor having received the fewest votes to win. Trisha  Paytas. Trisha Paytas is an American internet personality, model, actor and singer, known for their YouTube channel "blndsundoll4mj", which currently has over five million subscribers and a billion views. Their internet fame has led them to have appearances on television shows, including "Modern Family" and "Dr. Phil". They have also appeared in Eminem's "We Made You" music video and the video for Amy Winehouse's "Tears Dry on Their Own" as well as having a music career of their own. They entered the house on Day 1. On Day 11, Trisha walked from the house. Ratings. Official ratings are  taken from BARB. Ratings for the episodes on 12 and 19 August (Saturday on Week 3 and 4) include the first-look episode, which aired earlier in the evening on 5Star.