Sharon Osbourne has been named as an expected housemate for the upcoming return of Celebrity Big Brother, alongside former X Factor colleague Louis Walsh.
But the former talent show judge, 71, will not stay for the full 17 days, as insiders said The sun that her fee was too expensive for ITV.
This means the fiery redhead will be on the show for a much shorter time than her fellow famous housemates.
Although her time on CBB will be different to the others, she will reunite with fellow legendary X Factor judge Walsh after he also featured on Wednesday’s line-up.
It will be the first time in seven years that they have appeared together on British television.
Sharon Osbourne has been named as expected housemate for the upcoming return of Celebrity Big Brother, alongside former X Factor co-star Louis Walsh
She will reunite with fellow legendary X Factor judge Louis Walsh, 71, after he also featured on Wednesday’s line-up. It will be the first time in seven years that they have appeared together on British television
Sharon will reportedly take on another role in the iconic home.
A source told The Sun: ‘Sharon is a guest and will not be attending the launch night.
“Instead, she’ll come in as soon as the show starts and stay there for a few days.
‘The compensation she wanted was eye-watering and they eventually reached a deal which meant she would sign up for a shorter period.
“It’s worked out well for everyone because she’s going to cause some drama when she finally walks through the door.”
Fellow show judge Louis, also 71, has reportedly agreed to a huge six-figure deal to let him into the house.
It’s claimed bosses hope Louis will share secrets from his career while in the house.
However, according to The sun there are some famous faces who are nervous about how honest the TV legend might be in front of the cameras.
Former X Factor judge Sharon will not stay for the full 17 days as insiders told The Sun her fee was too expensive for ITV (pictured March 2017)
This means the fiery redhead will be on the show for a much shorter time than her fellow famous housemates. She will reportedly play a different role in the iconic house (photo 2017)
Fellow show judge Louis has reportedly agreed to a huge six-figure deal to let him into the house. It’s claimed bosses hope Louis will share secrets from his career while in the house (pictured 2004)
However, according to The Sun, there are some famous faces who are nervous about how honest the TV legend might be in front of the cameras (pictured February 2023)
As well as being a panelist on The X Factor from 2004 to 2017, Louis has also worked with the likes of Westlife, Boyzone and Girls Aloud.
A source told the publication: ‘(Louis) is one of the most intriguing signings for Celebrity Big Brother as he has almost half a century of show business experience to remember when he enters the house.
‘Viewers will be particularly interested in his memories of his time on The X Factor and working with major music acts such as Westlife and Boyzone.
“But maybe there are a few celebrities outside the house who are nervous about what he might say, because Louis is notoriously outspoken.”
ITV told MailOnline: ‘All names are pure speculation at this point and viewers will have to tune in to see who will enter the Celebrity Big Brother house.’
Louis’ representatives have previously been contacted for comment.
Celebrity Big Brother starts on March 4 on ITV1, STV, ITVX and STV Player.
ITV told MailOnline: ‘All names are pure speculation at this point and viewers will have to tune in to see who enters the Celebrity Big Brother house’ (pictured 2010)
