In a nail-biting climax that had fans on the edge of their seats, the 2025 season of Big Brother UK wrapped up with a electrifying live finale on ITV2 and ITVX. Six fierce finalists—Richard, Cameron, Elsa, Emily, Jenny, and Tate—battled it out in the ultimate public vote for the coveted £100,000 cash prize. As the votes poured in, the tension was palpable, reflecting the twists, alliances, and heart-pounding drama that defined this unforgettable season.
The evening kicked off with a heartfelt trip down memory lane, where the housemates reflected on their rollercoaster journeys. Tate set the tone, declaring that every contestant should be immensely proud of their achievements. “We’ve got some quality people in here,” he said, dubbing the night the ultimate “Final.”
Emily opened up about her emotional highs and lows, from tearful departures to triumphant returns. “It was a mix of good and bad,” she shared, recalling the group’s warm welcome: “She’s back!”
Cameron, ever the optimist, called his seven weeks in the house “a hell of a ride.” He gave a special shoutout to Jenny for her unwavering support, crediting her for keeping him going through the chaos.
Elsa radiated gratitude, insisting she was already a winner in her eyes. “I’ve found stability and support here—it’s like home,” she beamed, highlighting her personal growth amid the madness.
Jenny echoed the pride swelling in the room, pinpointing her bond with Cameron as a standout moment. “Meeting him was a highlight,” she gushed, celebrating the unbreakable connections formed under the Big Brother roof.
And then there was Richard, the charismatic composer and author, who summed it up with flair: “This experience has been without doubt the most bonkers, crazy, madcap, incredible, extraordinary thing I have ever done. It’s been great to meet all of you, it’s been a magnificent, magnificent ride and I wouldn’t have had it any other way. So, here’s to you—it’s been great!”
But the real drama unfolded when hosts AJ Odudu and Will Best unveiled the official voting percentages. In a shocking twist that left viewers gasping, Richard clinched the crown with 39% of the vote—edging out his closest rival, Elsa, who tallied 28%. That’s a razor-thin margin of just 11% separating triumph from heartbreak! Jenny claimed third place with a solid 17%, while Cameron landed fourth at 10%. Emily and Tate rounded out the pack, each with 3% of the public support.
Richard’s victory wasn’t just a win—it made history. At 60 years old, he shattered records as the oldest champion in Big Brother UK history, surpassing 2016 winner Jason Burrill, who was 45 at the time. For context, the show’s youngest victor remains 2018’s Cameron Cole, who triumphed at just 19.
This season stayed true to its roots, blending live broadcasts, online streams, and companion shows that racked up over 150 million streams on ITVX for Big Brother and Celebrity Big Brother content. From epic challenges to raw emotional moments, it was a testament to the enduring appeal of reality TV’s granddaddy.
As the confetti fell and Richard lifted the trophy, Big Brother 2025 signed off in style, leaving fans buzzing about one of the most competitive finales yet. Who knows what twists await in the next chapter?