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Daily Mail
22-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Iconic Big Brother star takes BRUTAL swipe at Davina McCall - proving she still holds a grudge 19 years on from stint on show
An iconic Big Brother star has taken a swipe at former host Davina McCall as the reality series celebrates its 25th anniversary. The fly-on-the-wall programme first launched in 2000 on Channel 4 with McCall, now 57, as host, kicking off a new era of television. It ran on the station for a decade before it was axed in 2010, moving to Channel 5 the year later and remaining with the broadcaster until its demise in 2018. However, in 2023 ITV rebooted the show, bringing back the legendary spy house for its 'contemporary' spin on the noughties hit. But as Big Brother celebrates a whopping 25 years, Grace Adams-Short has taken a swipe at original host Davina, proving she is still holding a grudge 19 years later. She took part in the seventh series all the way back in 2006, becoming one of the most talked about housemates of the year for her bold opinions and fiery clashes with other contestants. Grace Adams-Short has taken a swipe at original host Davina, proving she is still holding a grudge 19 years on from her stint in the TV house During the live shows, the crowd regularly chanted 'get Grace out' as Davina presented the evictions from outside the TV abode. When she was eventually given the boot by the public, Grace even through a glass of water over fellow housemate Susie Verrico. Reflecting on dealing with Davina at the time and Big Brother's Little Brother host Dermot O'Leary, Grace bluntly said: 'Davina was never really friendly to me. 'Even during my eviction interview, I could tell she didn't like me. She was a Big Brother b***h! I've never seen her since.' Grace added to Betway 'Dermot, on the other hand, was lovely. 'The nicest, most genuine guy. I had to spend a week with him on Big Brother's Little Brother after coming out of the house, and we had a great time. 'He even stopped his taxi on Regent's Street once because he saw me. He was always so lovely to my mum, too.' Grace also praised former Big Brother host Rylan Clark, who she said has 'remained lovely' since she first met him before he found fame. They tied the knot in October 2009, three years after meeting on the show, and welcomed their first child Georgina in 2012, followed by son Spencer in 2015, daughter Allegra Portia in 2018 and baby Atticus in 2022 During her stint in the house, Grace met and fell in love with Mikey Dalton and the pair have remained together ever since. They tied the knot in October 2009, three years after meeting on the show, and welcomed their first child Georgina in 2012, followed by son Spencer in 2015, daughter Allegra Portia in 2018 and baby Atticus in 2022. After Davina's departure from Big Brother, Brian Dowling - who won in 2002 and returned for Ultimate Big Brother in 2010 - took over as host. He was replaced in 2013 by Emma Willis who remained as the main host of the programme until its axe in 2018. AJ Odud and Will Best were announced as the new hosts for ITV's reboot, with the duo set to return in September for the latest civilian series.
The Sun
21-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
TV feud revealed as Big Brother star brands Davina McCall ‘a b***h' and reveals they haven't spoken in 19 years
GRACE Adams-Short is the original reality TV star after appearing on Big Brother in 2006. She left fans in shock when she famously called former host Davina McCall a 'b****'. Now, as the show celebrates its 25th anniversary, Grace has revealed the pair haven't spoken in 19 years. Grace, who made headlines during series seven for her straight-talking attitude and fiery bust-ups in the house, didn't hold back when spilling the tea in a new interview with Betway. Opening up about her rocky relationship with the TV presenter, she said: ' Davina was never really friendly to me. "Even during my eviction interview, I could tell she didn't like me. She was a Big Brother b****. I've never seen her since.' Grace, 38, became one of the most talked-about housemates of the noughties thanks to her no-nonsense style and that infamous eviction night, when she hurled a glass of water over fellow housemate Susie Verrico and was met with a chorus of boos from the live crowd. But nearly 20 years on, the former dance teacher insists she has no regrets, saying the show changed her life forever — not least because it introduced her to now-husband Mikey Dalton, who she met in the house. 'Sometimes I think maybe I should've just been the nice girl – I probably would've lasted longer,' she admitted. 'But I wouldn't have been able to keep that up. You're watched 24/7, so it's impossible to be someone you're not.' Speaking about the dramatic water-throwing moment that cemented her status as one of BB's ultimate villains, Grace now says it was all part of the show's over-the-top energy. 'Big Brother was like a panto – it was all theatrical,' she said. Big Brother's Zae Frederich voted out in season 27's first eviction after being caught using slur on live camera feeds 'I would never have thrown a glass of water over someone in normal life, but it was such a strange environment. I was young too.' And while she hasn't crossed paths with Susie since, she hopes bygones can be bygones: 'Our paths have never crossed, but maybe she could now see the funny side of it all.' Looking back on her younger self, Grace admitted: 'I used to have such a potty mouth, and even Mikey says he would often wish I'd stop talking in the house because he knew I was digging myself a deeper hole.' 'I dealt with the boos and the backlash well, though. I think my background in dance gave me a thick skin – even at that young age, I could handle rejection.' Though things were icy with Davina, Grace had nothing but praise for co-host Dermot O'Leary. 'Dermot, on the other hand, was lovely. The nicest, most genuine guy,' she said. 'I had to spend a week with him on Big Brother's Little Brother after coming out of the house, and we had a great time.' 'He even stopped his taxi on Regent Street once because he saw me. He was always so lovely to my mum, too.' She also gave a shout-out to current Big Brother presenter Rylan Clark, who she met before his rise to fame: 'I met him years ago – this was before X Factor, when he still had ginger hair. "He told me he was a huge fan of my series, and despite all the success he's achieved since, he's remained so lovely.' And it turns out Grace's on-screen antics attracted some seriously famous fans – including Mr Nasty himself, Simon Cowell. 'I remember Simon Cowell approaching me at an event and asking if I was being nicer to people yet,' she laughed. 'I felt like saying, 'That's the pot calling the kettle black!' It was surreal to realise someone like Simon Cowell had been watching me!' Then there was the time Sir Richard Branson casually offered her a lift home… in his helicopter. 'I was at V Festival and Richard Branson offered me his helicopter to get back home. I turned it down – I felt it was going out of his way,' she revealed. From TV villain to mum-of-four and reality TV royalty, Grace has come a long way – but when it comes to Davina, it sounds like the wounds are still very much open. The cast of Big Brother 2006 Where are they now? Inside the maddest, baddest and most chaotic house in BB history Grace Adams-Short She came in as a feisty dance teacher and left as one of the most booed housemates in BB history. Grace wasted no time laying into her rivals, famously chucked a glass of water during her eviction, and STILL managed to bag herself a fella. Mikey Dalton Mikey stayed well clear of most of the drama but still managed to charm viewers with his easy-going Scouse banter. His loyalty to Grace earned him a place in her heart – and the two have been inseparable ever since. He now runs a media business and rarely courts the spotlight. Nikki Grahame The late, great Nikki Grahame stole the show (and the nation's hearts) with her iconic meltdowns, 'baby voice' and THAT diary room rant: 'Who is she?!' Nikki was BB gold and returned for Ultimate Big Brother in 2010. Tragically, she passed away in 2021 after a long battle with anorexia. Pete Bennett Pete, who had Tourette's syndrome, quickly became the fan favourite with his quirky charm and honest personality. He went on to win the series and had a brief romance with Nikki. These days, he's a musician and actor, and remains one of the most beloved BB winners ever. Aisleyne Horgan-Wallace Late arrival Aisleyne was all big hair, bigger opinions and even bigger drama. She clashed with Grace and her crew, but the public loved her straight-talking attitude. She's stayed in the spotlight ever since – from red carpets to reality shows, and even politics. You better know yourself if you try to mess with Aisleyne. Glyn Wise He came in as a shy 18-year-old Welsh lifeguard and left as a runner-up and national treasure. Who could forget his proud moment learning how to cook an egg? Glyn is now a teacher and recently dipped a toe into politics – but we'll always remember him for his love of toast and his legendary glow-up. Lea Walker With her surgically-enhanced looks and love of drama, Lea turned heads from the start. She had a major fallout with Grace and was involved in some seriously emotional moments in the house. Post-BB, she returned to a quieter life but still pops up at fan events. Imogen Thomas Model Imogen kept her cool in the chaos and largely avoided the big bust-ups. But her love-life outside the house made headlines later, particularly for her rumoured fling with footballer Ryan Giggs. These days, she's a mum-of-two and runs her own swimwear line. Susie Verrico She walked in with class and caused chaos without lifting a finger. Susie, who entered via the infamous Golden Ticket, ruffled feathers simply by being too posh for the kitchen — and was famously drenched by Grace's flying drink. A BB icon without even trying. Richard Newman Canadian Richard made his mark as the house's sarcastic narrator. He branded himself the 'sexual terrorist' and served up savage commentary that kept fans entertained. Post-show, he dipped into TV and radio before stepping away from the limelight. Lisa Huo Lisa was part of Grace's inner circle and didn't mince her words. Her laugh was legendary, and her fiery personality made her one of the most memorable housemates of the year. After BB, she largely faded from public view. Bonnie Holt Bonnie barely had time to unpack her bags before she was evicted. Still, her thick Midlands accent ('I'm Bonnie from Leicestaaah!') and love of lip gloss earned her cult status. She later admitted she felt robbed of her BB moment. Sezer Yurtman Sezer swaggered into the house thinking he'd have it all – women, popularity, power. He got the boot quicker than expected, proving arrogance gets you nowhere in the BB house. His eviction was a turning point that fans loved. 4 4 4
