Viewers Accuse Big Brother Australia of a 'Dirty Trick'
Viewers of Big Brother Australia expressed outrage at Channel Ten, claiming the network played a "dirty trick" during a highly promoted viewer vote. The vote determined the show's 13th housemate from two very different candidates: Mitch, a 21-year-old tradie, and Jane, a 67-year-old self-described "glam gran."
Unexpected Contestant Choice
Viewers overwhelmingly chose Jane, charmed by her cheeky personality and colorful introduction. She described herself as,
“I'm not your average grandmother - my suitcase has sparkles, heels and bikinis.”
However, less than 24 hours later, fans were shocked during Jane's grand entrance to learn a crucial detail missing from the initial presentation.
Controversial Political Views Revealed
Jane, a Victorian retiree, openly identifies as,
“an avid and passionate Donald Trump lover”
in her official Big Brother biography. This revelation outraged many viewers who felt the producers deliberately concealed this fact to sway votes.
Audience Backlash
Comments on social media reflected the disappointment and anger, including one viewer's reaction on X:
“They couldn't have told us she was a Trump supporter before we voted? I feel like I've been tricked.”
Jane’s appearance alongside host Melissa Tracina did little to ease the controversy sparked by the hidden political affiliation.
Author’s summary: The surprise inclusion of a Trump-supporting grandmother in Big Brother Australia sparked backlash, as viewers accused the producers of hiding crucial information to manipulate votes.