Viewers fume at Big Brother's 'dirty trick' over Trump-loving granny

Viewers Angry Over Big Brother Australia's Controversial Contestant Reveal

Fans of Big Brother Australia expressed outrage toward Channel Ten, accusing the network of a "dirty trick" after a viewer vote unexpectedly introduced a politically divisive contestant. The vote allowed audiences to select the 13th housemate from two very different candidates: Mitch, a 21-year-old tradesman, and Jane, a 67-year-old self-described "glam gran."

Audience Vote and Contestant Introduction

Jane, who promised to bring "sparkle, sass and high heels" to the house, won the vote decisively. She charmed viewers with her playful persona and colorful introduction, famously stating,

“I'm not your average grandmother - my suitcase has sparkles, heels and bikinis.”

Controversial Political Disclosure Sparks Backlash

However, less than a day after the vote, Jane's appearance revealed a detail that had not been disclosed before voting. The Victorian retiree openly describes herself as "an avid and passionate Donald Trump lover" on her official Big Brother profile.

This information ignited frustration among viewers who accused the producers of intentionally withholding this fact to influence votes. One viewer posted on X,

“They couldn't have told us she was a Trump supporter before we voted? I feel like I've been tricked.”

Public Reaction

Summary

Big Brother Australia's decision to withhold a contestant’s political views before a viewer vote has caused significant backlash, highlighting tensions between entertainment and audience expectations.

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Daily Mail Daily Mail — 2025-11-11

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