As Big Brother 2025 comes to an end, we’ve taken a look at one iconic former housemate
Big Brother’s Pete Bennett became a firm fan favourite(Image: PA)
An iconic Big Brother star appears to remain extremely recognisable despite first gracing screens on the hit reality show two decades ago.
The 2025 season of Big Brother is set to wrap up this month, with only one housemate destined to take home the crown. Since its return in September, the show has seen nine housemates sent home, making for a rollercoaster series.
As the housemates’ personalities begin to clash, the atmosphere in the legendary house is becoming increasingly tense. On Friday, November 7, Caroline and Nancy were sent home in a double eviction, following Sam’s surprise backdoor exit, according to reports from OK!.
Pete Bennett won Big Brother back in 2006(Image: Getty Images)
As the current series nears its conclusion, fans are voicing their opinions on who should be victorious, with author and composer Richard emerging as a strong contender.
While viewers continue to tune into the much-loved show, we’ve taken a moment to look back at one former housemate who seems to have barely changed since their Big Brother days.
Pete Bennett, who appeared on the Channel 4 show back in 2006, quickly became a fan favourite. Living with Tourette’s syndrome made him an unforgettable figure, particularly after his triumphant win nearly two decades ago.
During his time on the show, then-winner Pete was known for his punk rock aesthetic, characterised by his short blonde hair, distinctive wardrobe choices, and a fondness for eyeliner.
Big Brother’s Pete Bennett now almost two decades on from his victory(Image: Instagram/petebennettuk)
And it seems that Pete hasn’t strayed far from his original style, nor does he appear to have aged a day, despite almost 20 years having passed.
On Instagram, Pete frequently posts clips of himself performing as a DJ. While bearing a strong resemblance to his younger self, his hair is now a deeper brown shade, rather than the platinum blonde that followers might recall, although he has kept the trademark shaved sides.
Despite appearing slightly more mature, Pete remains easily identifiable.
During his time on Big Brother, Pete experienced numerous unforgettable moments, including developing a relationship with Nikki Grahame, who sadly passed away in 2021, aged 38, after battling anorexia.
Their relationship ended once the programme concluded, with Pete subsequently marrying another person before revealing his divorce in 2021.
After leaving the show, Pete spoke candidly about his drug problems, telling Jeremy Kyle: “The work dried up pretty fast, no one would touch me with a barge pole because I was to do with Big Brother. I lost it all.”
Based on his Instagram presence, the celebrity receives regular encouragement from supporters as he pursues his career as a DJ, actor, and musician.
Big Brother airs Sunday to Friday on ITV2 and ITVX at 9pm.