
With the 25th anniversary series of Big Brother underway, the ultimate social experiment has delivered some major drama already.
From housemates revealing that they are married to their cousin to dropping the C-bomb live on TV, it’s fair to say that the ITV series has been hectic, if not chaotic, at times.
However, often at the centre of these dramatic moments has been George Gilbert.
After being added as a late entry, the 23-year-old actor-turned-parish-councillor regularly became embroiled in arguments with other housemates.
Discussing topics from immigration and homelessness to rights for trans children, George eventually received a verbal warning for discriminatory behaviour before being axed from the show on October 8.
Why was George removed from the Big Brother house?
George was eventually removed from the Big Brother house on October 8 for ‘repeated use of unacceptable language and behaviour,’ most of which was not broadcast.
His final episode aired on the same night, but the comments he made will not be broadcast as they are contrary to broadcast standards.
A Big Brother spokesperson told Metro that ‘before entering the Big Brother House, the rules regarding language and behaviour are explained to all Housemates and they receive training in respect, dignity and inclusion.’
What did George say to be kicked out?
George used ‘unacceptable language’ that contravened broadcasting standards.
As a result ITV has not aired what he said or did to get kicked out of the house.
Sources have told The Sun that George left his co-stars horrified after making offensive comments which could be interpreted as antisemitic.
Accordingly, he was immediately called to the Diary Room and ejected from the house.
When asked by Metro, Big Brother made no further comment on this.
What has George said about being kicked out of Big Brother?’
In a statement to Big Brother, George said: ‘As a flag bearer of freedom of speech I never hesitate to discuss and question any topic regardless of how contentious it may be.
‘Sadly, the boundaries of what is deemed offensive are subjective and I evidently went too far this time by crossing their line one too many times.
‘It is a shame that specific debate could not be had and that it has had to end like this. Infamy, infamy, they’ve all got it in for me.’
Who is George Gilbert?
George is a 23-year-old parish councillor from Essex who signed up to Big Brother ‘to meet people from different walks of life and to get the opportunity to chew the fat with them’.
Prior to entering the house, he told producers: ‘I think you’ve got to try new things, and Big Brother looks like a laugh.
‘I think I’d be good in there, so I might as well throw my name into the hat.’
He did admit, however, that he wasn’t going into the house to make friends, though.
He said he’s hoping to ‘challenge people’s way of thinking’, and isn’t afraid to ‘ruffle feathers’.
He seemed to promise a little chaos as he quipped: ‘You should always have a little tension in a friendship.’
The contestant also boasts a formidable acting background, having featured in the Downton Abbey movie, The Essex Serpent and Netflix’s Heartstopper, which has drawn some criticism from fans over his previous showbiz connections.
Viewers also discovered how he has a secret soap opera past with EastEnders fans spotting him in an episode.
Why was he given a warning in Big Brother?
On October 6, George was handed a verbal warning for discriminatory behaviour.
During a game of truth or dare, he was asked to give the qualities of each of his peers that he didn’t like.
He proceeded to imitate the hand gestures and voice of 27-year-old Zumba instructor, singer and LGBTQ+ rights activist Sam Ashby.
Sam became visibly emotional over the incident, telling Big Brother that he felt mocked ‘as if [he has] some kind of disability’.
He also noted that the laughter that followed from the other male housemates reminded him of homophobic abuse he faced at school.
After George was called into the Diary Room, Big Brother asked George: ‘Do you understand how both your language and behaviour could be offensive to Sam, your Housemates and the viewing public?’
George responded by saying: ‘We did have a conversation about this. Sam pulled me to one side. I have apologised. I don’t want to make anyone feel like that, so I will be walking on eggshells around Sam from here on in.’
Big Brother then added: ‘George, Big Brother thinks your language was unacceptable and could cause offence and is therefore issuing you with a warning.’
Why was he such a controversial housemate?
Despite the new series only kicking off on ITV2 just over a week ago, George ruffled his housemate’s feathers on more than one occasion.
In separate conversations with housemates, George has been vocal about his views on immigration and shared how he loves Reform UK leader Nigel Farage.
In another episode, things took a dramatic turn following a discussion about how ‘you never know’ the tragic reasons behind why homeless people may start using drugs.
But George was adamant that ‘we can’t blame circumstances’ and people should be held responsible for their actions.
He explained: ‘You’re not gonna like me for saying this, but you are in charge for your own actions. They know drugs are bad, so stop deflecting the responsibility.’
As the conversation grew tense, Jenny jumped in to explain that some people may be battling traumas from childhood.
George then caused even further controversy by referring to her as ‘love’.
Taking to social media, Big Brother fans have called for the housemate to be removed with @ll3nn0n describing him as a ‘horrible person’.
@DamnCoffee007 also said he was ‘sick’ of seeing George on his social media.
Posting a video on X, former Big Brother housemate Kerry Riches also said she ‘wants George gone’, adding: ‘I find you so offensive. I’m finding you hard to watch.
‘Saying that homeless people have a choice and choose drugs is something I can’t relate to… I think what you’re saying is vile, and I don’t want to watch you on the telly.
‘He’s not entertaining. I want someone to tell me he is a plant, he’s not real, he’s an actor, not that it will provide me any comfort, but I can’t believe people in this world have such vile views about anything.’
However, many of George’s housemates have revealed how positive it is that they can still have a debate despite the fact they might disagree, such as Teja, who said: ‘We’ll have to agree to disagree… To be continued tomorrow.’
This article was originally published on October 7, 2025.
Big Brother airs Sunday-Friday at 9pm on ITV2 and ITVX.
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