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'Celebrity Big Brother' 2015: 'UK vs. USA' Theme Confirmed Year, With British And American Contestants Going Head-To-Head

This Summer's 'Epic' 'CBB' Theme Has Been Revealed
Daniel Welsh
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Channel 5 have confirmed that this year’s ‘Celebrity Big Brother’ will have a UK vs. USA theme, with famous contestants from both sides of the pond being pitted against each other in what has been dubbed “the ultimate ‘CBB’ battle”.

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Following on from the most recent series of ‘CBB’, which saw Perez Hilton rowing with, well, essentially all his British housemates, it has now been officially announced that when the show returns to our screens this August, the house will have undergone a Transatlantic makeover, for a series which promises “an epic trial of tasks, challenges and twists”.

So far, the start date is yet to be confirmed, with this year’s official line-up also being kept under wraps until launch night next month, which will once again be fronted by Emma Willis.

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Emma Willis, during this year's 'BB' final

However, if even half of this year’s rumoured contestants put in an appearance, it sounds like we’re in for another explosive few weeks.

Among the British stars tipped to be entering the ‘CBB’ house this time around include former ‘The Only Way Is Essex’ cast member Dan Osborne, Atomic Kitten singer Natasha Hamilton and ‘Loose Women’ presenter Sherrie Hewson.

Meanwhile, the famous faces thought to be representing the USA in this summer’s series are supermodel extraordinaire Janice Dickinson, ‘Teen Mom’-turned-pornstar Farah Abraham and rapper Fatman Scoop.

In January, glamour model and reality TV veteran Katie Price was crowned the winner of ‘CBB’, ahead of loose-lipped columnist Katie Hopkins, while Chloe Wilburn was voted the public’s regular ‘Big Brother’ champion last month.

Here are some of the other celebs thought to be putting in an appearance...

'Celebrity Big Brother' 2016: Rumoured Housemates...
Gemma Collins(01 of16)
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Rumour has it Gemma initially turned down an appearance on this summer's 'CBB', but has been talked into taking part in the upcoming series, following her departure from 'The Only Way Is Essex'. (credit:David M. Benett via Getty Images)
Spencer Matthews(02 of16)
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He was forced to pull out of the jungle when producers discovered he was addicted to 'steroid-based medication', but Spencer could reportedly be getting a second chance when 'CBB' re-opens its doors. (credit:Karwai Tang via Getty Images)
Stephanie Davis(03 of16)
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But Spencer isn't the only potential housemate to swap the jungle for the 'CBB' house.Stephanie was initially signed up to appear in this year's 'I'm A Celebrity', but had to pull out at the last minute, due to a severe nut allergy. It's since been claimed she's signed up for 'CBB' instead. (credit:Karwai Tang via Getty Images)
Danniella Westbrook(04 of16)
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Despite vehemently denying her involvement in both series of 'CBB' in 2015, that hasn't stopped the rumours circulating that 2016 is the year we'll see Danniella Westbrook in the house. (credit:Steve Meddle/ITV/Rex)
Vanilla Ice(05 of16)
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Ice Ice maybe..?After a turbulent 2015, Ice could be about to kick off 2016 with a bang. (credit:Aaron Davidson via Getty Images)
Selina Waterman-Smith(06 of16)
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After being eliminated from 'The Apprentice', she's claimed she'd like to take part in 'CBB', to offer the British public a glimpse at her more fun side. (credit:Boundless/BBC)
Hulk Hogan(07 of16)
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The pro wrestler was initially tipped for the most recent series of 'CBB', but was axed from the line-up at the eleventh hour, when he became embroiled in a racism scandal.He's since expressed interest in taking part in the January series... but only if the price is right when producers come knocking. (credit:Gabe Ginsberg via Getty Images)
Ola Jordan(08 of16)
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After confirming her departure from 'Strictly', Ola has been widely tipped to appear in the new series of 'CBB'. Given her controversial nature - and the fact her husband, James, is a past 'CBB' finalist - we can definitely see this one happening... (credit:Shirlaine Forrest via Getty Images)
Kristina Rihanoff(09 of16)
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... that is, if her fellow 'Strictly' pro Kristina Rihanoff doesn't snag a spot in the line-up instead. (credit:David Fisher/Rex)
Scott Disick(10 of16)
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True, we can't actually imagine Kourtney Kardashian's ex shacked up with Gemma Collins and Vanilla Ice, but he's reportedly snagged the highest fee in the show's history to take part. (credit:Dave Lee via Getty Images)
Nadya 'Octomom' Suleman(11 of16)
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Another US star rumoured to be heading for the 'CBB' house, we can definitely imagine Octomom shelling out a few home truths, and ruffling some feathers. (credit:Everett Collection/REX Shutterstock)
Dapper Laughs(12 of16)
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Oh dear.Oh dear oh dear oh dear. (credit:Mark Robert Milan via Getty Images)
Angie Bowie(13 of16)
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Basically... yes please. (credit:Danny Martindale via Getty Images)
Angela 'Big Ang' Raiola(14 of16)
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The 'Mob Wives' star reportedly had to pull out of this summer's series, after undergoing surgery for throat cancer - but could this be her chance to join the show? (credit:Manny Carabel via Getty Images)
Koo Stark(15 of16)
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Best known for her rumoured affair with Prince Andrew, is Koo Stark about to make a splash in the Borehamwood Bungalow? (credit:David M. Benett via Getty Images)
Rachel Christie(16 of16)
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Niece of Lindford Christie. Mother to David McIntosh's child. Former 'Love Island' contestant. Beauty queen. Rachel Christie is all of this and so much more... but it seems she won't be a 'CBB' contestant, as she appeared to deny rumours of her involvement on her Twitter page. (credit:Keith Hewitt via Getty Images)

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