'For the first time in my life, I was one of the lads'
New UK|April 22, 2024
David Potts on bonding in the CBB house, celebrity crushes and getting his legs out
SHELLEY SPADONI
'For the first time in my life, I was one of the lads'

He’s loud, proud and, in the words of the larger-than-life Bolton native, “unapologetically himself”. The nation took iconic Celebrity Big Brother winner David Potts to their hearts this year – from his flamboyance and volume to his trademark outbursts of “slay” and those eye-popping outfits with teeny-tiny shorts, of course, never trousers. The former Ibiza Weekender star had quite the journey in the CBB house and, during our exclusive photoshoot, he tells new more exciting things are to come.

‘I walked into Tesco the other day and this group of women started screaming’

Here, the 30-year-old reality star invites us into his modern Bolton flat and opens up about his experiences in CBB, double dating with Fern Britton, why he’s considering getting those pins of his insured, and how he’d love to do Strictly – but only with his pal, Nikita…

Hi, David! Are you still on cloud nine after your win?

I’m on cloud 10! I’m just so happy and the support’s been amazing. I’m slaying. I had a little pamper session to celebrate, had a nice meal and a haircut – I needed that haircut badly! 

What have fans’ reactions been like when you’ve been out and about? 

Pretty crazy. I walked into Tesco the other day and this group of women started screaming. Literally, I just went in for some cereal and caused a total uproar.

What was your favourite moment in the Celebrity Big Brother house?

This story is from the {{IssueName}} edition of {{MagazineName}}.

Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 9,000+ magazines and newspapers.

This story is from the {{IssueName}} edition of {{MagazineName}}.

Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 9,000+ magazines and newspapers.

MORE STORIES FROM NEW UKView all
HISTORY IN THE MAKING
New UK

HISTORY IN THE MAKING

To mark the 40th anniversary of Do They Know It's Christmas?, the BBC is airing behind-the-scenes footage of the recording

time-read
4 mins  |
November 25, 2024
ALWAYS THE BAD GUY?
New UK

ALWAYS THE BAD GUY?

After playing evil Joel in Corrie, Calum Lill is treading the boards as a pantomime villain. Oh, yes he is!

time-read
3 mins  |
November 25, 2024
BOOST YOUR BRAIN HEALTH
New UK

BOOST YOUR BRAIN HEALTH

As doctors highlight the importance of early detection in dementia cases, here's how we can help protect ourselves

time-read
4 mins  |
November 25, 2024
Jealous cop killed ex-lover's new wife in love triangle murder
New UK

Jealous cop killed ex-lover's new wife in love triangle murder

DNA evidence from a bite mark on the victim linked an LAPD officer to Sherri Rasmussen's murder

time-read
5 mins  |
November 25, 2024
'Every month I would plan my own death due to PMDD'
New UK

'Every month I would plan my own death due to PMDD'

Shalina Casey, 48, of Hampshire, suffers from the same condition as TV stars Vicky Pattison and Kristina Goodsell. Here, she shares her story

time-read
5 mins  |
November 25, 2024
'My dad was the only suspect'
New UK

'My dad was the only suspect'

Ahead of a chilling new documentary, Tina Wing's son Daniel speaks to new about finding justice for his mother 32 years after her brutal unsolved murder

time-read
5 mins  |
November 25, 2024
Martine praises the pal who hasn't 'picked a side'
New UK

Martine praises the pal who hasn't 'picked a side'

After her \"brutal” break-up, Martine McCutcheon enjoys a night out amid fears of losing friends

time-read
3 mins  |
November 25, 2024
'Zach and I fell in love completely backwards'
New UK

'Zach and I fell in love completely backwards'

Molly Marsh opens up about life after Love Island, settling down with boyfriend Zach Noble and becoming a pop star

time-read
4 mins  |
November 25, 2024
'You should be able to be sensitive'
New UK

'You should be able to be sensitive'

Professor Green talks feelings, fatherhood and the importance of a good night's sleep

time-read
4 mins  |
November 25, 2024
´Coleen won't back out of any challenges'
New UK

´Coleen won't back out of any challenges'

As Coleen Rooney enters the jungle, good pal Danielle Lloyd tells new how she'll get on

time-read
4 mins  |
November 25, 2024