Who's best at Baywatch? The Big Brother housemates don the iconic swimsuits for a slow-motion running task

By HOLLY THOMAS

Perfect pose: Maisy's blonde locks \are very similar to the former Baywatch star's

Given the claim to fame of the celebrity housemate in residence, it wasn't going to be long before Big Brother launched a Baywatch-style task.

And there was no mistaking the red swimsuits the housemates slipped on yesterday afternoon.

The housemates turned into the iconic lifeguards for the challenge which involved running in slow motion for as long as possible.


Dead ringer? Maisy James did arguably the best Pamela Anderson impression as the housemates suited up for a slow-motion running task

Heaven and Aden, who had previously won 'magical golden swimsuits' in the VIP and speed dating tasks did not have to take part.

Pamela, who got up to give a helpful demonstration, told the contestants that they should 'shake their heads back and forth as if the wind was blowing through their hair.'

But as a nod to the gravity of a lifeguard's responsibilities she added that they should keep ‘a look of determination on their faces’ as they imagined sailing across the gleaming sand.


She means business: Maisy, who won the task, certainly looked like she was prepared to go the distance


Very appropriately given her Pamela-esque blonde locks, store model Maisy was crowned winner of the task.

The determined 19-year-old managed to keep running for an impressive 34 minutes.
She also received a golden swimsuit, though it is not yet known what privileges the coveted garment will endow her with.


Extra help? Faye appeared to be wearing a bra under her suit


Ready for action: In true lifeguard style Louise was clutching an orange float

The housemates all took advantage of the opportunity to show off in their sexy garb, with Louise getting particularly flirtatious as she pulled down her costume while whispering to Jay.

Faye and Tom were a little more playful, jokingly trying out some dance moves in their lifeguard gear.

Aaron seemed a little jaded by the whole thing, however.


Hardly the Hoff: Harry Tom and Mark were flailing a little during the task, which involved running in slow motion for as long as possible


Showing them how it's done: Pamela did a demonstration for the housemates


Whip your hair! Pamela told the housemates to shake their heads back and forth as if the wind was blowing through their hair

The concerned father-of-one asked Pamela: ‘Does it bother you at all that
[the tasks] are very Baywatch focused? You've done other good stuff like Barb Wire.’

Anderson brushed off the 30-year-old's worries, defending the iconic show as she replied: 'It's cool... Baywatch is a good thing, it's really positive, it was good stuff.'


Stay serious: Pamela also told the contestants to keep a 'look of determination' on their faces

Pamela's certainly had her hands full since she entered the Big Brother house.

On Saturday night Tom, Tashie, Faye, Heaven and Louise were treated to a decadent evening in the VIP area of the garden, hosted by the star.

Pammi gave each of them a special VIP bracelet, before heading outside to their special secluded area.


Bit flirtatious? Louise pulled her suit down but covered her chest with her hands as Jay leaned in to hear her whisper


Baywatch buff: Aaron looked very comfortable with the challenge

There they were treated to luxury canapés, snacks, non-alcoholic cocktails and champagne, while the non VIP housemates slummed it with warm larger and crisps.

As the night ticked on, the foursome were required to entertain the Canadian actress by showing off their dance moves whenever music played, telling stories and making her laugh.

Following the celebrations, Anderson chose dancer and holistic healer Heaven as the most entertaining housemate, and she was bestowed with her golden swimsuit.


You like the way I move? Faye and Tom show off in their suits

After the drama of the first night, Pamela's next task involved spending some quality time getting hot and sweaty with the housemates.

She speed dated each individual in the sauna, but unknown to them she was able to secretly control the length of each date with the use of a safe word.

Aden won the task, and like Heaven was therefore allowed to sit out of the swimsuit challenge.


Immunity: Because Pamela had deemed her the 'most entertaining' housemate, Heaven donned a 'magical' gold swimsuit, and didn't have to take part in the task

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‘People work their whole lives for your talent, that was amazing!’ 16-year-old Amelia wows X Factor judges as they agree 'a star is born'

By SARAH FITZMAURICE

A star is born: 16-year-old Amelia Lily wows the judges with her incredible singing ability

And Tulisa was equally complementary of her talent and was like the other judges amazed at her age, given her strong vocal ability.

The N-Dubz singer said: ‘People work their whole lives and take forever to get to that level that you are at now, you’ve come on that stage so much older than you years.

She added: ‘That was amazing you blew up the stage, your energy was off the chain, well done.’


Amazing talent: The teenager took to the stage to sing Beverly Knight's A Piece Of My Heart during the Liverpool leg of the auditions

Before the teenager took to the stage she said her father offered her the support and encouragement to audition for the show.

She said: ‘I’m overwhelmed but you have to go out there and give it rock all as my dad would say.’


Amazed: Tulisa couldn't believe that Amelia was just sixteen years old and said: 'People work their whole lives and take forever to get to that level you're at now,' adding: 'That was amazing'


Proud parents: Backstage her mother and father looked delighted as she performed and were even happier when she got four yeses from the judges

As she sang her first few notes Gary was seen nodding at the others and Tulisa and Kelly sported huge grins across their faces.

Amelia Lily appeared overwhelmed by the attention and thanked the positive reaction and had to fight back the tears as the judges gushed about her performance.


Blown away: Gary was overwhelmed by her performance and said: 'Oh my Goodness, 16-years-old that was incredible. That absolutely lifted the top off this arena, well done. Amazing vocals. Amelia I am blown away'

Kelly told her: 'I'm still having a hard time understanding that you're 16-years-old with such a natural gift, your energy was great, you've got this big beautiful voice with so much soul beyond your years, you were born to do this.'

She later added: 'You have only just scratched the surface, that's what's got me so amazed.'

And Gary told the teen: 'This is the reason I wanted to sit on this chair, to discover talent like this.'


Amazing: After being so well-received Amelia told Dermot: 'That is what I want to do for the rest of my life'

After receiving four Yeses from the judges and exited the stage Louis remarked that the girls category was the one to watch. He said: 'The girls, that catergory, wow, wow, wow.'

As she greeted her parents backstage Amelia told Dermot that the experience was 'amazing'.

She added: 'This is what I want for the rest of my life, it's just unbelievable.


What's in the box? Birthday girl Tulisa was gifted with a huge present from the other judges as they started their day in Liverpool


'I got a man': Tulisa seemed happy with her half naked butler and she and Kelly wasted no time in getting hands on with him

Earlier in the show Tulisa was presented with a very special gift to celebrate her birthday from the rest of the judges, as they started their day at Liverpool.

The N-Dubz singer was presented with a huge present which she was nervous about opening.

She took off the lid to reveal her very own naked butler, who was on hand to tend to her every need throughout the day.

Kelly told her: 'You can touch it, you can play with if if you like, feel and touch.'


Through to bootcamp: Hairdresser Marcus Collins wowed the judges and 19-year-old Emma Wright also got yeses from the judges going through to the next stage of the competition


As the judges took the stage they were greeted with the first act of the day, hairdresser Marcus Collins.

And the 23-year-old didn't disappoint as he wowed the judges with his unique singing ability and sparkling personality.

Following his performance Tulisa told him: 'I didn't even feel like you were auditioning, I felt like I had come to see you perform, that's how it felt, you were so comfortable up there, you literally owned the stage, loved it. That was outstanding.'


Falling flat: Tara Burgin failed to impress the judges with her tone-deaf rendition of Beyonce's Crazy In Love


Not impressed: Kelly didn't appreciate the audition saying she preferred her sisters version while Gary clearly didn't know where to look

19-year-old Emma Wright also bagged herself a spot at boot camp after singing Christina Aguilera's Aint No Other Man which left Tulisa calling her a little pop star.

But it was not good news for Tara Burgin who left the judges unimpressed with her rendition of Beyonce's hit Crazy in Love.

Kelly hide behind a piece of paper while Gary clearly did not know where to look while Tara was shaking her bottom.


Shaky start: Jonjo Kerr, had a shaky start and was given a second chance to impress the judges


Not sure: Tulisa and Louis were not sure after Jonjo failed to sing in time to his song on his first attempt

The former Destiny's Child singer told Tara that she prefered her sister's version of the song and the 29-year-old left disappointed.

After a shaky star and a second chance Jonjo Kerr, 27, from Birmingham managed to get through to the next round with his performance of Stereophonics song Handbags and Gladrags.


Through: Jonjo, who revealed his pregnant wife was 14 days to her due date and managed to convince the judges to put him through to bootcamp

Kelly was moved to tears and said: 'I was so happy to see you come out of yourself for just that second and that moment you just seemed so happy, so I was happy for you.'

And the other judges agreed with Miss Rowland and the soilder was sent through to boot camp


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Waterloo Road's Chelsee Healey leads the ladies with most revealing outfit of Strictly Come Dancing - saying she is 'single and ready to mingle'

By NADIA MENDOZA

Strictly Come Undressing: Waterloo Road actress Chelsee Healey stole the show in her revealing outfit on the launch of series nine of Strictly Come Dancing 2011

Twinkle toes and jazz hands at the ready, Strictly Come Dancing 2011 launched tonight with more glitz and glamour than a night at the star-studded Oscars.

And Waterloo Road actress Chelsee Healey will certainly have left male viewers across the nation blushing with her incredibly daring outfit.

The 23-year-old showed off her feminine curves and generous bust in a two piece turquoise costume that left little to the imagination.


Flirting? Ola Jordan came over all coy during Robbie Savage pairing, saying her husband would be jealous


The young star obviously has other intentions for appearing on the show other than to win, declaring: 'I am single, and ready to mingle... it's a treat to be paired up with a hunky dancer.'

She then looked elated as it was announced she would be competing with this year’s only new professional dancer Pasha Kovalev, 31, who replaces Jared Murillo.

Early sparks also seemed to fly with former Premiership star Robbie Savage and his partner Ola Jordan - despite both of them being married.
When host Bruce Forsyth said, 'Who's a lucky guy?' Ola quipped, 'Who's a lucky girl!'


Blondes have more fun: Robbie Savage and Ola Jordan looked elated to be teamed together


The 28-year-old, who is the wife of co-star and professional dancer James Jordan, added: 'My husband's going to be so jealous.'

Although she may change her mind soon, with the blond hunk revealing: 'People call me the Marmite man, you either love me or hate me.'

The 6ft 1in sportsman also said his greatest loves are 'my hair and teeth'.


(Mc)Flying solo: Harry Judd was doubled up with his very own Ariel mermaid lookalike Aliona Vilani


Hostess with the mostess: Tess illuminated the screen in canary yellow, interviewing the stars backstage


Ola previously triumphed in series seven, partnering with BBC Breakfast's Chris Hollins to beat Ricky Whittle and Natalie Lowe to the 2009 title.

McFly drummer Harry Judd looked a little flustered as he was paired with Aliona Vilani, but greeted her with two hugs as bandmate Tom Fletcher watched on enviably from the audience.


Nervous: New contestants looked anxious before the pairings were announced


Familiar faces: Judges Craig Revel Horwood, Len Goodman, Alesha Dixon and Bruno Tonioli return


The One Show host Alex Jones doubled up with James Jordan, but Edwina Currie stole her moment as she wandered over to Kara Tointon's other half Artem Chigvintsev to throw her arms around him.

Sadly for the former MP, she was later paired with Vincent Simone instead while Holly Valance won the hand of Artem.

The Australian beauty joked she still has the figure to rock her former Neighbours costume, in which she played school girl Flick.

She said: 'I still rock that uniform... actually, I don't think it will fit. I might get one leg in.'


Everybody needs good Neighbours: Holly Valance dazzled in a silver dress as she waved to the crowd


Twinkle toes: Anita Dobson beamed with delight as she threw her arms around Robin Windsor


Anita Dobson, former EastEnder and wife of Queen guitarist Brian May, joined forces with Robin Windsor, while singer Lulu burst into giggles as Brendan Cole flipped her over his shoulder and swept her away.

Kristina Rihanoff could barely contain her excitement when she landed Jason Donovan, and Erin Boag clasped her hands and said 'thank you' to the heavens as she was partnered with comedian Rory Bremner.

Astrologer Russell Grant, who lost ten stone in weight to take part in the BBC One show, was rewarded for his efforts with Flavia Cacace.


Defying her years: Despite being 62, Lulu impressed partner Brendan Cole as he whisked her away


Match made in heaven: Jason Donovan and Kristina Rihanoff were over the moon to be teamed together


While Nancy Dell'Olio, who not-so-modestly stated, 'After Sophia Loren, I am the most famous Italian in the UK,' was teamed with Anton du Beke.

Daybreak presenter Dan Lobb was paired with Katya Virshilas and Olympics boxer Audley Harrison grinned as he embraced Natalie Lowe.


All right on the night: Host Bruce Forsyth and Tess Daly kicked off proceedings for the ninth series


Judge Alesha Dixon said: 'They'll be scared! Petrified! Nervous! You just want to get the first dance out of the way and blow away the cobwebs.'

Fellow panellist Bruno Toniolo added: 'This is the most tasty pick 'n' mix I've ever seen. Have fun guys and make it a great show.'


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Practising your footwork? Nancy Dell'Olio risks gravity-defying heels ahead of Strictly debut

By IONA KIRBY

Fancy footwork: Nancy Dell'Olio wore dangerously high heels

With her stint on Strictly Come Dancing starting tomorrow, it would be a terrible time for an injury.

But Nancy Dell'Olio bravely decided to defy gravity in a dangerous pair of high heels as she left her home this evening.

And despite their perilous height and spindly heels, the flamboyant 50-year-old walked effortlessly in the black shoe boots.


Strictly glamorous: The Italian donned a sequinned dress in the spirit of the dance show


She has clearly been embracing the spirit of Strictly and was sporting a short black sequinned dress ahead of her dancing debut tomorrow.

The Italian also donned a pair of dark glasses and lashings of jewellery to complete her glamorous look.

Nancy appeared on daytime panel show Loose Women yesterday, where she confirmed that her relationship with theatre director Sir Trevor Nunn is still going strong - despite stating at the Strictly launch: 'I'm not interested in men anymore.'


Chat show: Nancy appeared on Loose Women yesterday


The ex-girlfriend of former England manager Sven Goran Eriksson added: 'I've just come here to focus on something new. It's all about the dancing.'

She also said: 'I will be bigger than the X Factor - this is the biggest show on TV, that's why I've always wanted to do it.

'My dance partner is going to have to be patient because I'm going to be hard work, and since he's now the only man in my life he'll have to learn to live with it.'

However she contradicted herself by confessing to the Loose Women yesterday that she is still with Sir Trevor, despite rumours of a split


Girl talk: Nancy contradicted herself by saying she is still in a relationship


Dancing queen: Nancy chatted about her appearance on Strictly


Glitter bomb: Nancy at the Strictly Come Dancing launch


On or off? Nancy with Sir Trevor, who she now claims she is still dating after insisting she is 'not interested in men anymore'

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'Oh my god, that's Pamela Anderson!' Shock and screams as the new Big Brother 2011 contestants meet their celebrity housemate

By GEORGINA LITTLEJOHN

Hi everybody! Pamela Anderson looked sensational in a gorgeous red dress as she greeted the surprised Big Brother 2011 housemates

Walking into the Big Brother house for the first time must have been daunting enough for the new Big Brother housemates.

So it came as no surprise that when they came face-to-face with a Hollywood star they were more than a little overawed.

As the 14 new housemates got acquainted with each other and their surroundings, the shutters opened, showing the contestants their garden.

But as they made their way to the doors, Pamela Anderson, 44, was sitting outside looking sensational in a figure-hugging red dress.

At first, the housemate were unsure what was going on until the penny dropped and someone shouted: 'Oh my god, it's Pamela Anderson!'


Let's check out the garden: The housemates rush to the windows as the shutters go up - little knowing the surprise in store for them


Is that who we think it is? The housemates peer outside the window as it dawns on them who the famous guest is


Oh my god, it's really her! The contestants surround the former Baywatch babe as she gets to know them


Some started rushing towards the former Baywatch star while others just casually strode out, trying to hide their excitement, as musician Anton Murphy held his hands and thanked the heavens.

Mark Anderson, who was the first one to enter the house and describes himself as a 'modern day jester', couldn't contain his excitement at all.

After giving the blonde bombshell a big hug, he told her, 'You are really fit in real life as well', before adding: 'When you used to run slowly across the beach, I used to think that was the most amazing thing.'


Nice to meet you: Pamela goes to give everyone a hug and a kiss - as sales assistant Mark looked in complete awe at the actress


Dream come true: As Mark hugged Pamela, he couldn't resist telling her she was 'fit in real life as well'


Heaven Africa, a holistic healer, then asked her:' How have they got you to do Big Brother? Are you in for a few days?'

Pamela, who seemed keen to stress she wasn't there for the entirety, said: 'I am, we're gonna have so much fun.


Hello handsome: Pamela plants a kiss on Aden's cheek


Give us a hug: Megan Fox lookalike Louise Cliff embraces the Hollywood star


'I am just going to talk to you for a while. I'm here for a few days but am having so much fun I might stay longer.'

The housemates nervously gabbed nineteen to the dozen as they surrounded the star as she joked she couldn't understand them all.


Here come the boys: Sales assistant Mark Henderson and father of one Aaron Allard-Morgan were the first men to enter the house


But what the housemates don't know is that being Pamela's best friend will bring big rewards for them - if she likes them.

It had certainly been an eventful evening for the 14 housemates as they faced the public and entered the house just a few hours earlier.


First ladies: Maisy James and Heaven Africa came in second and fourth


First in was Mark Henderson, a single sales assistant who, as he entered the house, said: 'Don't say anything too stupid. Am I the first one here?'

Abercrombie and Fitch store model Maisy James was the second one in and got booed by the crowd as she made her way into the house and posed for the cameras.


The crazy and the quiet: Thomas O'Connell arrived in a multi-coloured top and shorts while psychiatry student Aden sauntered in


'I'm not the first one in!' she declared as she met Mark who wanted to show her the bath shaped like an egg, telling her it was his 'favourite thing so far'.

Aaron Allard-Morgan from Weston-Super-Mare was greeted by a mixture of cheers and boos and immediately upon walking through the door was asked by Mark if he was any good at opening champagne bottles.


Pink ladies: Tashie Jackson strutted towards the house in a figure-hugging cerise dress while Alex Rose went for a baby shade of the colour for her dress


Heaven Africa laughed her head off as she walked in the house screaming, 'oh my god, oh my god!' before Thomas O'Connell followed suit demanding hugs from everyone.

Belly-dancer Tashie Jackson, who told Brian that she can swear in Spanish, French, Arabic and Cypriot, who next in, followed by psychiatry student Adem, who took the whole thing in his stride as he casually and confidently went into the house.


Self-made men: Businessman Harry Blake and music producer Anton Murphy casually strolled into the house


McDonalds worker Alex Rose was in next and was very nervous and giggly but was given a reassuring hug by Heaven.

Harry Blake, who owns a milkshake company, was in next closely followed by Rebeckah Vaughan, who was in tears when she walked down the stairs and met her housemates, asking if she was the first one to cry.


The princess and the wrestler: Rebeckah Vaughan and Faye Palmer couldn't have looked more different


Record producer Anton Murphy was the eleventh person in and looked cool and confident as he faced his housemates for the first time as female wrestler Faye Palmer went in after him making it an even dozen.

She admitted she was shaking even when Heaven told her she looked hot, before all female eyes turned to fitness instructor Jay McKray as he walked down the stairs and introduced himself to everyone before he was followed in by the last contestant, Megan Fox lookalike Louise Cliff.


Last but not least: Jay McKray and Louise Cliff were the final contestants to enter the house

Big Brother UK 2011 - Launch Night Part 6


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