Why did you apply to be on this new series of Big Brother?
I’d recently left my job to start my own company, and living in Yorkshire, there aren’t many opportunities to meet people from the TV world — especially compared to London. When I went to the job centre, the woman there looked at my CV and said, “You should be on television. Write a book. Do social media videos. You’re too talented to sit in an office.” I laughed it off at first, but later that day, I saw an advert for Big Brother. I made a quick video and didn’t think much of it. Then, out of the blue, I got a call — and here we are!

What do you think you’ll bring to the House?
A bit of everything, really. I love to joke around and play practical pranks, but I’m also quite sensitive and caring — I’ll probably cry a lot! I don’t think I’ll be the “mum of the house” though… I’m a bit too naughty for that.

What are you looking forward to the most about being a Housemate?
Honestly, just escaping from the real world for a while. Getting away from social media, from my phone — I’ve had one since 1994! I watch too much TV and there’s always too much noise. It’ll be refreshing to just unplug and pretend, even for a little while, that the world is peaceful and beautiful again.

Do you have a strategy for making it to the final?
My only strategy is to be myself — I’ve never been good at being anyone else. I just want to have fun, avoid arguing with Big Brother, and make as many good memories as I can.

What are you most likely to get nominated for?
Probably for being ratty. I can’t stand snoring, chewing, or any kind of annoying noises — so that might get on my nerves (and everyone else’s too!).

Tell us one thing about yourself you think will surprise people the most.
People might be surprised to know that I’m actually a loner. Everyone assumes I’m a big social butterfly, but when I’m at home, I love peace and quiet. I enjoy my own company and value my solitude.

What would you do with the money if you won?
I’d start by fixing up my house — new patio doors, a fresh coat of paint, a working shower, maybe even a new front door. I’ve had to put off all those things while I wasn’t working. I’m not fussed about holidays — I’d probably just take my dogs to my mum’s, spend a bit of time in a quiet cabin in Scotland, and then save the rest for the future.