David Potts was crowned the winner of Celebrity Big Brother on Friday evening.
The reality star, 30, narrowly beat Nikita Kuzmin, 26, to the crown as he finished second, with Colson Smith in third, Louis Walsh in fourth and Fern Britton in fifth.
It was a surprise win for many viewers, as former X Factor judge Louis was tipped as the favorite in recent days.
David has come a long way since his early days as a holiday representative in Ibiza and Magaluf before finding fame.
With his star on the rise after winning the ITV show, MailOnline looks back at his journey so far.
David Potts was crowned the winner of Celebrity Big Brother on Friday evening
David has come a long way since his early days as a holiday representative in Ibiza and Magaluf before finding fame
With his star on the rise after winning the ITV show, MailOnline looks back at his journey so far
David was born and raised in Bolton and worked as a holiday representative in Ibiza and Magaluf in his early twenties.
In 2016 he was scouted by TV producers for the show Ibiza Weekender and took part in the fifth series with Ellie Young.
He proved popular with viewers and remained on the show until it ended in 2020.
David began appearing in other shows during this period, most notably joining the cast of Celebs Go Dating in 2019.
He was joined by the likes of TOWIE’s Pete Wicks, Love Island stars Georgia Steel and Jack Fowler and Made In Chelsea’s Sam Thompson.
Although he went on dates with a few men, the star failed to find that special someone.
Later that year, David appeared on Celebs On The Farm where he finished as runner-up to former footballer Paul Merson.
David continued to build a career in the spotlight, finishing second again the following year at Celebrity Karaoke Club and Celebrity Ghost Trip in 2021.
After Ibiza Weekender, David appeared in several other shows including Celebs On The Farm (pictured right)
He also took part in the Celebrity Karaoke Club (pictured second from right)
In 2023, he returned to his roots by joining the cast of Kavos Weekender, this time as the main representative.
David was overwhelmed when Celebrity Big Brother host AJ Odudu and Will Best announced his name.
After Nikita left the house, David said to himself, “I feel shocked and on top of the world.” I can not believe it. I feel defeated, take me to that runway.”
David was cheered by the crowd as he energetically left the iconic house. He then told AJ and Will ‘Slay! I really didn’t expect this at all, thank you very much.’
His twin brother Matthew Potts and his mother burst into tears as David walked out of the house.
David’s brother previously told MailOnline that the ITV2 star being cast in Celebrity Big Brother was a dream come true after growing up watching the show.
Matthew said he and David’s family, including his older brother, mother and father, are all incredibly proud of the way he has built a career in the entertainment industry, starring in reality shows such as Celebs Go Dating and Celebrity Ghost Trip.
Concerned father-of-one Matthew told MailOnline he has to ‘provide proof’ that David is his brother because of how different they are.
David’s brother Matthew (pictured) previously told MailOnline it was a dream come true for the ITV2 star to be cast in Celebrity Big Brother after growing up watching the show
David was overwhelmed when Celebrity Big Brother host AJ Odudu and Will Best announced his name
While David was scouted by ITV bosses to star in Ibiza Weekender, Matthew became a physiotherapist at Championship side Huddersfield Town.
Speaking to presenters AJ and Will during his first interview on Late and Live, he said: ‘This is just me, what you see is what you get. Loud, long legs, here to slay!
David also spoke about Sharon Osbourne putting him in the ‘danger zone’ on the first night: ‘That didn’t surprise me, I’m often pre-judged based on first impressions.’
Discussing his friendships at home, David said: ‘I like people, especially people who have the same energy as me, like Bradley for example, I’m attracted to them. “Bradley and I have the same sense of humor, he’s just a great guy.
“I’ve never really been one of the guys, but when I got really close to Nikita and Colson, I thought, ‘I’m not one of the guys.’ I love it, I’m so versatile these days.”
