‘Celebrity Big Brother’ Cast Member Earning £480k More Than Fellow Housemate

The UK version of “Celebrity Big Brother” is about to get a lot more interesting, and it’s not just because of the drama inside the house. One celebrity is set to take home a mind-blowing £480,000 more than one of the others. Yep, you read that correctly; there’s a serious pay gap this season. But don’t worry, it’s all part of the game, and fans are along for the ride.

The Big Pay Gap: Who’s Getting Paid What?

According to a recent Daily Mail report, “Hollywood heavyweight Mickey Rourke is the highest paid housemate, with the actor’s earnings being a whopping £480,000 more than the lowest paid star.” With his big-time career, it’s no surprise that the actor negotiated a much higher salary for his “Celebrity Big Brother” appearance. 

And Mickey Rourke isn’t the only sparking discussion. One person even commented calling out the discrepancies in salaries between other celebs in the game this season.

“Can’t believe Chesney Hawks is being paid a measly £25k as opposed to Trish Goddard’s £200k… I’m looking forward to seeing Chesney bring a sense of down to earth realism to a house (almost) full of desperadoes! Hope he wins.”

For a show built on competition and alliances, the tension over this pay gap is sure to add another layer of intrigue.

What Does This Mean for the House?

Fans can only wonder whether the difference in earnings will cause friction among the housemates, especially when it comes to forming alliances. After all, the “Big Brother” house is known for stirring up drama, and knowing that one person is earning way more than the rest could create some tension; and look out if any of the celebrities decide to flaunt their paycheck.

Let’s be real: these stars are getting paid what they’re worth to the production company. Whether it’s based on star power, previous fame, or a combination of factors, it’s clear that each housemate is making their own mark. One fan even went so far as to point out how the whole thing is just a massive PR stunt.