Big Brother Celebrity Hijack - James and Matthew to host.

James Corden and Matthew Horne will front Big Brother’s Big Mouth when it returns in January.

The actors proved a popular choice when they hosted the show for a week during the summer, and have now been made full-time comperes during E4’s Big Brother: Celebrity Hijack next month.

They were actually one of my favourite guest presenters during Big Brother 8, it certainly helps that Matthew is hot, but I think they really suit the style of the show and I am pleased to hear they will be back for Celebrity Hijack.

Well done lads.

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Big Brother Celebrity Hijack - Launch date announced.

New BB spinoff Celebrity Hijack will launch on Thursday, January 3, it has been confirmed.

Fronted by Dermot O’Leary, the live launch programme will introduce the housemates - all “gifted” young individuals - as they enter the new-look BB compound.

The 90-minute show, which will simulcast on Channel 4, will also introduce the first celebrity hijacker. The celebrity hijackers will become Big Brother for a short period, setting tasks, giving instructions in the diary room and otherwise causing mischief for the housemates.

After launch night, Celebrity Hijack will settle into a daily 9pm slot on E4. As is tradition, live coverage from the house will air through the night on the channel, while Dermot will front his last ever series of BBLB weeknights at 7.30pm.

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Big Brother Celebrity Hijack - First look at the new eye.

Big Brother: Celebrity Hijack will be hitting our screens just in time to get us over our post-I’m A Celeb, X Factor and Christmas slump, but now here’s a sneaky look at the all-new logo. It looks like some clumsy oaf of a designer has spilled a vat of purple paint over the original BB8 eye, but I’m searching for hidden meanings. We think those clever E4 types are trying to show that the new format will be anarchic and mischievous – or maybe I’m wrong and they’ve just let Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen loose in their office. What do you make of it? And are you excited about the show?

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Big Brother UK - Dermot Departs Big Brother’s Little Brother…

Yes it’s sad but true - we can now officially report that following seven very successful years at the helm of E4’s Big Brother’s Little Brother Dermot O’Leary has taken the decision not to return for the summer series in 2008.

But fear not Dermot fans - he’ll still be fronting E4’s Big Brother: Celebrity Hijack in January 2008 which will see celebrities taking on the Big Brother mantle, and provide their own unique spin as they interact with the housemates and work side by side with Big Brother.

Dermot said: “It is with great regret that my time on Big Brother will come to an end after Big Brother: Celebrity Hijack. For the last seven years I’ve had the time of my life working on Big Brother’s Little Brother, from our broom cupboard days to the all singing and literally all dancing show we make now.

But this summer’s work commitment of BBLB and The X Factor has proven to me that to do both shows is impractical if not impossible. I want to thank Channel 4 and the Big Brother family for all their support and for the opportunity to present a live show that I love with all my heart.”

Head of E4 and Big Brother Commissioning Editor Angela Jain said: “BBLB has been Dermot’s little baby from the start. He was our first choice and the best choice. We will miss him and all the laughter and professionalism he has brought with him. I’m delighted we can hold on to him a little longer because he has chosen to host Big Brother: Celebrity Hijack as his Big Brother swansong.”

We can also confirm that Davina McCall will return to front Big Brother on C4 in the summer.

Source: Channel 4

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Big Brother Celebrity Hijack - Dermot to host.

Dermot O’Leary has been confirmed as the host of E4’s new Big Brother spin-off Celebrity Hijack.

The X Factor presenter will front the live eviction shows for the series, which kicks off in January.

The programme will feature famous names taking on the role of Big Brother, while a group of “extremely talented but ordinary” 18 to 21-year-olds compete for a £50,000 prize.

Channel 4 also confirmed that Davina McCall will present the ninth series of Big Brother next summer.

Head of E4 Angela Jain said: “Dermot is a pivotal part of the Big Brother team so it’s appropriate he’s at the helm. We’re are also thrilled Davina will be returning.”

Celebrity Hijack replaces this year’s celebrity version of the show, which has been given a break from its annual scheduling.

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