We were quite excited by the rumours that Cliff Richard was maybe-just-maybe appearing on Celebrity Big Brother – but unfortunately, it isn’t happening. Why? Well, apparently it’s because Cliff asked for his own toilet! Yes, seriously. “Everyone was really excited about the prospect of having a legend like him on the series,” says a source at the show. “But, early on in negotiations, reservations were raised about the lack of privacy and whether any alternative arrangements could be made. One suggestion raised was that Cliff could have his own bathroom away from the main house which would not be filmed — but ultimately that proved not to be possible.” Now, we can see why a 68-year-old singing legend might not want anyone to see him go poo-poos, but it kind of defeats the concept of the show. A Channel 4 spokesman would not comment on Cliff specifically, but did confirm that this sort of thing isn’t unusual. “Negotiations are held with a lot of people and many raise certain conditions for appearance,” they said. “We weigh each one up on its own merit.” A spokesman for Cliff himself also confirmed that he won’t be taking part. Are you excited about the show coming back?
Cliff needs his privacy