Why did you apply to be on this new series of Big Brother?
I’ve got a wonderful partner and we’re going to settle down and have kids. But I just want to do one more crazy thing before I settle down. I want one more experience to be like ‘wow’.
What do you think you’ll bring to the house?
I think I’ll bring good vibes, I can bring up the mood and bring people together. I’m never one to shy away from asking people’s opinions even if it’s controversial. I think I’d be a good chair for good conversations, and instigate some good entertainment for us all.
What are you looking forward to the most about being a housemate?
A bit of a rest, to be honest. I’m looking forward to not having a phone. Chilling out. I know from having worked on cruise ships that when you’re with people in an enclosed environment you make the strongest bonds. I’m really looking forward to meeting people I would never normally meet living in the country. And learning from other people, and them learning from me. And taking some life lessons away with me.
Do you have a strategy for making it to the final?
No, I don’t. I’m very lucky and I’ve had a really nice life – amazing partner, amazing job. If I’m not to win, the worst case scenario is that I still have an amazing life. I would much rather completely be myself and be voted out the first week than pretend to be something I’m not.
What are you most likely to get nominated for?
Being too loud, being annoying and being messy.
Who would be your dream celebrity to live with?
It would be a toss-up between Rylan – I’m obsessed with him – or RuPaul.
What would you do with the money if you won?
A few different things. One, I’d have my dream wedding. Two, go on a nice holiday. And three, maybe start my own business.
