Why was Big Brother cancelled
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Why Channel 5 axed Big Brother in 2018 and the future of the show

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Channel 5 broke hearts by axing Big Brother in 2018.

Rumours had been swirling that the Emma Willis-fronted series was going to take a break.

But fans were always certain the show would make a comeback.

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Two years on though and there’s sadly still no sign.

So why was Big Brother cancelled and will it ever return?

Here’s everything you need to know…

Emma Willis Big Brother (Credit: Splash News)
Big Brother was cancelled in 2018 (Credit: Splash News)

Why was Big Brother cancelled?

Channel 5 axed Big Brother after failing to reach a deal with production company Endemol Shine.

Endemol released a statement at the time saying the show would possibly consider a move to another channel.

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Nancy Brown
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