A cynic might say that Cheryl was only hired as an X Factor judge because show bosses know that two hotties on the panel might make for strained relationships and competitiveness. Turns out they seem to be getting on pretty well. But who is your fave? Do you trust the young whippersnapper? Perhaps you think it's time Dannii stepped aside?
Bossy Rex and 'fake' Jen. Hmm, it's a toughie. Dale reckons Rex "tries to really control a lot of things. It's like he's telling housemates what to do". Luke is also bothered by Rex's controlling nature: "The guy is an utter control freak and he doesn't understand what it's like to be in a situation that he's not controlling." Jen's nomination for Rachel is by far the best though: "She's like an insincere Cheshire cat with her smiling." Yes, look at her with her... SMILING. HER INFERNAL SMILING. But what do you think?
Sorry to keep harping on about Jen and her romances, but really what else is going on in there? My question to you is this: does she have a 'game plan'? Sure, we're all enjoying her insane preoccupation with the idea that Stu is some kind of magic man built in the Big Brother labs for her personal delectation. But are all these crushes and silliness real, or is she cleverer than she looks, and it's all part of a BIG PLAN of some sort?
We all know he's gone, but were they right to take him out? I mean, do we live in a world where spitting isn't allowed, but behaving in myriad other insufferable and unacceptable ways that may or may not involve saliva is fine? Have a look-see at the clip overleaf (warning: fights! It's not pretty) and tell me what you think...
Well, as real as these things ever can be IN PRISON. What do we think of Dale and Jennifer? It's hard to run those two names together, Brangelina stylee, which is a bad sign in general (we could go with Dennifer for a while if it makes you feel better) - but they do seem to get on well. Clip over the turn if it helps your decision - watch with the sound off and eye the body language. Plus that way you don't have to listen to what they're saying. Then vote? Just a thought.
I think this one might divide people, and it's not a typical Panto issue... but it is about the X Factor, kinda, and it'd be remiss to avoid the issue altogether. Soon-to-be X Factor host Cheryl Cole, lots of people are saying, is 'painfully thin'. I'm always suspicious of skinny bashing, especially when it's accompanied by "such a pretty girl, too (sigh, shake of head). Such a shame." But enough about me. Cast your eyes over this and tell me: what do you think?
For example, perhaps you love a good meaty squabble - watching someone get irrationally cross as someone else is reduced to tears. Perhaps that's what you really enjoy, and I'm not judging you on that. Or maybe that doesn't float your boat, and now Alex is out you keep a small flame of hope alive that her replacement won't be quite as controversial. Whatever you think, vote below. That's what it's there for.
Not a huge shock, this one. But which way will you vote? Can Lisa manage without Mario, or are they symbiotic beings like the Trills? Will the show be as fun without Alexandra's histrionics? Don't waste your money phoning in, they'll only spend it on sofas from Ikea. Just vote here instead. It won't make any difference to how the show pans out, but it'll make you feel better. Like when the nice lady told you to write a letter to the person who was mean to you. Or show you on the dolly.
I'd urge you to have a look at this picture before making any rash decisions, here. He's a curious one, isn't he? Half the nation seem to think he's an obvious prat, half of you can't get enough of him with his big fuzzy warm heart, doting girlfriend and patience with the sight-impaired. Which camp are you in? Come on, I really want to know.
First eviction tonight, and I'm going to take a massive gamble and suggest that what we have here is essentially a two horse race. It'd be pretty surprising, would it not, if Lisa or Luke went tonight? But don't listen to me, learn to stand on your own two feet. Vote for who you want to GO, not keep. GO. Who's the worst?
You've got to feel sorry for Surralan, you know. He's got to pick his £100K superstar from these four monkeys. And as is so often the way, with reality tv, there can be no winners here.
Big Bro may think it's in charge, but really, we are. So don't be afraid to critique and tell me, did you like the 'fake wedding'? No, not Chantelle and Preston, (ha ha get with the times Grandad) but the Steph/Mario nuptuals gag Big Brother kicked off with this weekend. Is the show really meaner and cleverer than ever - or do you reckon they could've come up with something better?
