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Big Brother Issues Formal Warning to Caroline After On-Air Misgendering of Zelah

The decision faces strong viewer criticism, following an earlier warning over conduct toward an LGBTQ+ housemate.

Overview

  • During a spin-the-bottle game, Caroline misgendered Zelah and made body-focused remarks, as producers later recited in full.
  • In the Diary Room, Big Brother called the language "offensive and unacceptable" and warned that repeat behavior could lead to removal.
  • A Late & Live segment showed Caroline apologising to Zelah in the house, and Zelah accepted the apology on camera.
  • Social media reaction was intense, with many viewers demanding Caroline’s eviction and others contending a formal warning was sufficient.
  • This is at least the second formal warning this series over treatment of LGBTQ+ housemates, following an earlier caution to George for mocking Sam.