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Who is Bradley Riches? Celebrity Big Brother 2024 contestant

Here's everything you need to know about the Heartstopper star.

Bradley Riches in a wooly jumper and blue jeans. He is smiling and is stood in front of an enlarged Big Brother logo

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Published: Monday, 11 March 2024 at 3:40 pm

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We're heading into the second week of Celebrity Big Brother, with 11 contestants remaining in the running to become this year's winners.

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This year, 12 celebrities entered the Big Brother house, including this year's "lodger" Sharon Osbourne. Gary Goldsmith became the first contestant to be evicted after his signing was condemned by Women's Aid, who thought it sent the 'wrong message to survivors of domestic abuse'.

One contestant who has managed so escape eviction thus far is actor Bradley Riches.

Viewers may recognise the star from Netflix's Heartstopper, which just aired its second season.

Fresh off the high from season 2, Riches is hoping to show audiences another side to him they may not know outside of the series.

So, who exactly is?

Read on for all you need to know about actor Bradley Riches – one of the Celebrity Brother 2024 cast mates.

Who is Bradley Riches?

Bradley Riches in a long-sleeved grey shirt and brown trousers. He is posing front of a light blue background

Bradley Riches. Dave Benett/Getty Images for Mithridate

Age: 22

Job: Actor

Instagram: @brad_riches

Many viewers may recognise Bradley Riches from the Netflix series Heartstopper.

Riches starred as James in the series and ahead of his appearance on Celebrity Big Brother, it was reported the actor was hoping to "fly the flag for autistic, queer people on a huge mainstream show like Celebrity Big Brother".

A source told The Sun: "He's keen to show the world that being neurodiverse isn't something that holds you back, it's a superpower."

How to follow Bradley Riches on social media

Bradley can be found an a number of social media channels, including Instagram, X (formerly known as Twitter) and TikTok.

You can follower his on Instagram @brad_riches and on TikTok @brad_richess.

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When is Celebrity Big Brother on TV?

You'll be able to get your next dose of the celebrities on Monday 11th March at 9pm on ITV1 and ITVX, followed by Late & Live on ITV2.

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Celebrity Big Brother continues tonight at 9pm on ITV1, ITVX, STV and STV Player.

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Katelyn MensahSenior Entertainment Writer

Katelyn Mensah is the Senior Entertainment Writer for Radio Times, covering all major entertainment programmes, reality TV shows and the latest hard-hitting documentaries. She previously worked at The Tab, with a focus on reality TV and showbiz news and has obtained a BA (Hons) in Journalism.

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