Jack Dee(01 of17)
Open Image ModalJack Dee won the first ever series of 'Celebrity Big Brother' in 2001. His experience lasted a total of just eight days, but even that was clearly too much for the comedian, who memorably tried to tunnel his way out of the house.
Mark Owen(02 of17)
Open Image ModalIn one of the most overlooked series of 'CBB', Take That singer triumphed over Melinda Messenger and Les Dennis to be crowned the winner, after a total of ten days in the house back in 2003. (credit:Andy Butterton/PA Archive)
Bez(03 of17)
Open Image ModalSeries three was when 'Celebrity Big Brother' really came into its own, thanks to housemates like John McCririck, Jackie Stallone and Bez. This series in 2005 lasted 18 days. (credit:Bruno Vincent via Getty Images)
Chantelle Houghton(04 of17)
Open Image ModalIn a twist for series four, Chantelle became the first non-celebrity to enter the 'CBB' house, eventually emerging as the winner after 23 days in 2006, making this the first series to last for over three weeks. (credit:Gareth Cattermole via Getty Images)
Shilpa Shetty(05 of17)
Open Image ModalOne of the most shocking and controversial series of 'Big Brother' or 'Celebrity Big Brother' ever ended with Shilpa Shetty voted the winner by the British public in 2007.Shilpa had a difficult time in the house, after failing to get along with housemates Danielle Lloyd, Jo O'Meara and Jade Goody, who some viewers felt were unfairly ganging up on the Bollywood star.The series lasted 26 days, which was then the longest 'CBB' ever. Following the worldwide controversy provoked by the series, 'CBB' took a year out the next year. (credit:Gareth Cattermole via Getty Images)
Ulrika Jonsson(06 of17)
Open Image ModalAlthough 'Austin Powers' actor Verne Troyer had been named the favourite to win throughout the series, Ulrika was crowned the winner after 22 days in the house back in 2009.She later returned to the house for 'Ultimate Big Brother'. (credit:Zak Hussein/PA Archive)
Alex Reid(07 of17)
Open Image ModalBeating his then-girlfriend Katie Price's ex Dane Bowers to the title of 'CBB' winner in 2010, Alex was triumphant in the last series of 'Celebrity Big Brother' to air on Channel 4.He later had a baby with fellow winner Chantelle Houghton, following his split from Katie. (credit:Mike Marsland via Getty Images)
Paddy Doherty(08 of17)
Open Image ModalChannel 5's first roll of the 'Celebrity Big Brother' dice in August 2011 saw 'Big Fat Gypsy Weddings' star Paddy Doherty voted the public's favourite over Kerry Katona and Jedward (what an honour). (credit:Nat Jag via Getty Images)
Denise Welch(09 of17)
Open Image ModalDenise's time in the 'Celebrity Big Brother' house back in January 2012 wasn't an easy one, largely thanks to her arguments with Nicola McLean, Karissa and Kristina Shannon and Michael Masden. She also famously enjoyed some near-naked time in the 'CBB' hot-tub with 'X Factor' contestant Frankie Cocozza, which drew criticism from some viewers... not to mention her housemates. (credit:Mike Marsland via Getty Images)
Julian Clary(10 of17)
Open Image ModalIn the summer of 2012, Julian won over viewers with his quick wit, pleasant demeanour... and the fact he managed to stay out of trouble, something his fellow 'CBB' housemates could have done with learning how to do themselves. (credit:Ben Pruchnie via Getty Images)
Rylan Clark(11 of17)
Open Image ModalRylan's stint in the 'CBB' house came in January 2013, almost immediately after he left 'The X Factor'. He became so popular with the public following his appearance on the show that he was later offered a job hosting spin-off series, 'Big Brother's Bit On The Side'. (credit:Doug Peters/Doug Peters)
Charlotte Crosby(12 of17)
Open Image ModalShe arrived. She punched a cake. She wet the bed. And she won in summer 2013. Well done, British public. (credit:Karwai Tang via Getty Images)
Jim Davidson(13 of17)
Open Image ModalAnd speaking of "well done, British public", somehow controversial comic Jim Davidson managed to turn around his public image, and beat Dappy, Luisa Zissman and Ollie Locke in the 'CBB' final in January 2014. (credit:Karwai Tang via Getty Images)
Gary Busey(14 of17)
Open Image ModalGary was the first ever American winner of 'CBB' in the summer of 2014, much to the chagrin of his housemates. (credit:Doug Peters/Doug Peters)
Katie Price(15 of17)
Open Image ModalKatie Price entered the house after the first batch of housemates in January 2015, and went on to nab the 'CBB' crown. (credit:Karwai Tang via Getty Images)
James Hill(16 of17)
Open Image ModalProving there's something to be said for keeping your cool, James won it for Great Britain during 2015's 'UK vs USA' showdown. (credit:Karwai Tang via Getty Images)
Scotty T(17 of17)
Open Image ModalProving 'CBB' viewers really do love people from Newcastle, Scotty T became the second 'Geordie Shore' star to win the show in January 2016. (credit:Ian West/PA Wire)