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The Daily Star today reports that a “tranny gay” Mexican wrestler is set to become “Big Brother’s most controversial contestant ever.”

Cassandro, whose real name is Saul Armendariz, has told Big Brother bosses, “Come and get me,” claiming he’ll be a hit with viewers.

Here’s the Star’s article in full…

A TRANNY gay Mexican wrestler is set to become Big Brother’s most controversial contestant ever. Cassandro has told Big Brother bosses: “Come and get me,” claiming he will be a ratings smash.

He reckons he will set a “positive example” to British transvestites and spice up the show with wild antics when it returns later this year.

Outrageous Cassandro, whose real name is Saul Armendariz, has already caused a stir after threatening to flatten Top Gear star Jeremy Clarkson, 51.

The 41-year-old said he would love to get his hands on the gobby presenter after he made fun of Mexicans on the show.

Cassandro now says he will pull out all the stops to get on Big Brother.

He said: “I’m coming to England with my group Lucha Futures in June and I’m ready for anything.

“I’m here to set a positive example for everyone.

“As a gay man who has had a hard road to be accepted in my profession, I want to inspire and excite the British public. From what I hear Big Brother is the best way to do it.”

Cassandro’s trademark is to face his opponents wearing a feather boa and woman’s leotard.

Channel 5 bosses are now set to approach him with one source admitting: “It’d certainly make unmissable viewing.”

The channel is bringing back the show this summer with a fresh new look.

Cassandro is touring the UK this year in locations including London, Gateshead and Brighton. Visit luchafutures.com

Former Big Brother host Davina McCall has offered a few words of advice to the hopefuls who are applying for this year’s Big Brother, which is of course to be aired by Channel 5.

Speaking to the Daily Star, Davina – who won’t be involved with the show herself – said, “If I was auditioning, I’d impress Big Brother within the first ten seconds.

“You’ve got to do or say something or be different enough for them to say, ‘Oh, you’re interesting’.

“When you get in there, hang back for a couple of weeks and get to know people.

“Watch a little bit from outside and let all the big characters annoy everybody. I always think the people who are really loud at the beginning are the first out.

“I hate people who run around talking to the cameras all the time. “I don’t want you to start having a commentary with Big Brother.”

Davina also warned against becoming a “peacekeeper” when actually in the house.

She said, “If there’s a stonking argument going on, don’t go in and break it up.

“I do quite enjoy watching something and [seeing] it resolve itself.

“And the other really important thing is, use the diary room. A lot. You get a dynamic in the diary room.

“When someone’s looking down the lens, you feel connected to that housemate. And the public need to feel connected to you if you’re going to win it.

“And have a reason to be in there, rather than just being a wannabe.”

If you’d like to audition or simply register your interest in this year’s show, visit www.bigbrotherauditions.com and please come back to tell us how you get on!

As we reported last week, Channel 5 has secured the rights to air Endemol’s hit TV concept Big Brother, and as revealed in a statement from Endemol, the channel will air the show for at least two years.

Here’s what Endemol had to say in their statement…

Channel 5 today announced that the worldwide smash hit series Big Brother, will return to British TV screens later this year.

The deal with Big Brother creators and production company, Endemol UK, will see Channel 5 hold the exclusive rights to the series in a two year deal.

The new reign of Big Brother will commence with an all star celebrity version later this summer followed by a brand new series featuring members of the public.

The series will be filmed in its original home of Elstree Film Studios, produced by Endemol UK production arm Initial.

Big Brother is one of the world’s most successful television brands having had 19 series aired across 81 territories in 2010 and its global popularity shows no sign of abating.

Jeff Ford, Channel 5 Director of Programmes comments: “We’re hugely excited to have secured the return of Big Brother for Channel 5 which will form a key part of this year’s schedule.

“The series has previously captivated a decade of television viewers and we aim to bring, Channel 5’s energy, optimism and vibrancy to the series.”

Tim Hincks, Chief Executive Officer of Endemol UK, adds: “Big Brother has a passionate and loyal fan base in the UK and I’m delighted it has found a new home on Channel 5.

“Ten years on it’s as potent and cutting edge as ever and it’s still one of the only truly multiplatform entertainment brands.”

Channel 5’s Head of Factual Entertainment, Steve Gowans, will oversee the new series of Big Brother. At Initial the series will be overseen by Creative Director, Nick Samwell-Smith and Managing Director, Laurence Jones.

Are you excited that the show’s back?