About Big Brother UK Season 5, Episode 1 : Episode 501: Big Brother 5 Launch Night

In this, the totally LIVE Launch Programme of Big Brother 5, Davina introduces us to all 12 brand new contestants. And it couldn't be a more controversial list. A transsexual, a lesbian, an ex-stripper and an outrageously camp gay, to name just a few. In part one, a brief explanation of the application process (accompanied by all new footage) and a tour of the brand new house, lead by Davina. From here on out, the show is dedicated to the new arrivals. One by one, all 12 housemates enter the building that could be thier home for up to 10 weeks. There arrivals are accompanied by a short video that shows some of thier more memorable audition moments and introduces them to the viewing public. When all 12 have begun thier Reality TV journey, Davina announces plans for the following days task and in an added twist, the contestant that loses will not recieve thier suitcase, containing everything they wanted to take into the house, for as long as they remain in the game. Big Brother is back,