A batch of 15 brand new celebrity housemates will be heading into the Celebrity Big Brother house tonight.
But Real Housewives of Cheshire star Dawn Ward has reportedly pulled out of the show at the last minute leaving bosses panicking to fill her spot.
Now it’s been revealed that The Apprentice star Karthik Nagesan is heading into the house to take her place as the 16th housemate.
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Businessman Karthik appeared on last year’s series of the BBC show but was unfortunately fired by Sir Alan Sugar.
An insider told The Sun: “He’s a real character and will really shake things up.
“He says what he thinks and will be a real asset to the house.”
It was announced that Dawn had decided to pull out of this year’s series due to nerves.
A source told the publication: “Dawn has decided not to take part in the show at the very last minute.
“She may have done reality TV in the past but she got cold feet about doing CBB.
“The show’s bosses are desperately trying to find someone to fill her boots – which will be a hard task considering she’s such a character.”
But it seems Karthik will be the perfect replacement for Dawn as he proved to be a favourite with fans following his appearance on The Apprentice.
Known for his confident persona and incredible bushy monobrow he will definitely be a great addition to the house.
Karthik will apparently be joining Girls Aloud’s Sarah Harding, EastEnders legend Shaun Williamson and reality star Jemma Lucy as they take up residence in the house.
But which other famous faces will become housemates on this year’s summer series?
Gogglebox star Sandi Bogle is said to be heading in.
A source said: “Sandi will be great on Celebrity Big Brother – but it might take viewers a few days to get used to seeing her without Sandra.
“When she left the show last year it was because she wanted to pursue a music career, so being on the show will definitely help her boost her profile.”
Helen Lederer is also reportedly packing her bags to head in.
And this isn’t the only time the Absolutely Fabulous star has been offered a chance to move into Britain’s most famous house.
Also supposedly heading in is reality star Jordan Davies, best known for his antics on Ex On The Beach.
And he could end up spilling all about his on/off relationship with Megan McKenna.
An insider told the publication: “The show turned her into reality TV gold and viewers can’t get enough of anything about her – even her ex.
“It’s why the bosses wanted Jordan – it will make for explosive television.”
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The rest of the housemates will be Rosanna Davison, known for being the daughter of Chris de Burgh, TV Psychic Derek Acroah, Youtube sensation Tricia Paytos, The Bachelor star Chad Johnson and American star Brandy Glanville.
X Factor reject Amelia Lily will also be heading into the house alongside Made In Chelsea star Sam Thompson, Former Hollyoaks star Paul Danan and Mob Wives star Marissa Jade.
Celebrity Big Brother starts tonight at 9pm on Channel 5.