Olivia Attwood has been in talks to host 'Big Brother'.
Olivia Attwood could host Big Brother
The former 'Love Island' star - who was forced to quit 'I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here!' after just 24 hours this week - was seen as a "natural fit" to present the revamped reality show when ITV2 bring it back next year and producers view the 31-year-old beauty as a "contender" for the job, though she faces stiff competition from a number of other famous women.
A source told The Sun newspaper: "Olivia met with ITV2 bosses for talks to host Big Brother earlier in the Autumn. She was one of many presenters who have had meetings about the gig.
"It's one of the most sought-after jobs in the industry right now so it will be a very competitive role to get, but she wanted to throw her hat in the ring and producers definitely see her as a contender.
“She'd be a natural fit the role - she's sassy and fun, but also very straight-talking so she wouldn't be shy of giving any housemates who misbehave a grilling when they are eliminated.
“Olivia has also become a real face of ITV2, not only with 'Love Island' but her successful documentaries, so it was no surprise bosses wanted to meet with her about the gig.”
Other names in the frame to host the show - which has previously been presented by Davina McCall, Brian Dowling, and Emma Willis - include Vick Hope, Emily Atack and Roman Kemp.
A source said: "Emily and Vick have emerged as the favourites.
“A huge list was drawn up with a number of big-name stars on it, including Davina.
“However there is a feeling bringing in a fresh face would be good for the reboot."
ITV insisted they have yet to settle on a presenter.
A spokesperson said: “All suggestions surrounding the host are pure speculation.”
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