11.20am: The HMs are talking about Julie. Again. She's quite the conversation topic these days.
11.28am: Lorenzo, Julian and Coleen are engaging in this series' hardest task: teaching Ashley 'Purple Rain'...
The housemates have woken up to some strange decor today. Harvey and Ashley make the most of the giant flowers in the garden by using them as workout obstacles
11.30am: By George, we think Ashley's got it! He just managed to sing a line that he's gotten wrong thousands of times.
Day 20: Shopping Task - BBTV
50 mins ago
As the housemates sleepily awoke on their last Monday in the House, they were greeted by the sight of some rather interesting props in the garden. A giant toadstool, a brightly-coloured windmill and a cheery rainbow had the housemates wondering what on earth the day would bring. Ashley got very excited, and had a little "la la laaaaa" burst of song.
In order to win that all-important luxury shopping budget, they will be starring on TV for the next two days.
Wait a minute, hold up...aren't they already on TV? Well, yes. But this task, BBTV, will see them be on TV, while they're on TV.
The housemates will all be given new roles best fitting their specific talents.
House authority Julie will be presenting BBTV News at random points throughout the day, rushing to her news desk to report breaking news bulletins whenever Big Brother plays the news theme music.
Prince Lorenzo will use his lovely story-telling skills to narrate a children's TV show called The Growlers, as Martin and The Situation play the parts of Twitchy and Itchy Growler, smiling all the while.
Those knowledgeable sorts Ashley and Harvey will be contestants on BB's quiz show Ask 100, where they will be quizzed on the public's opinion of the housemates.
Tomorrow, Coleen and Julian will be the all-smiling, all-selling hosts of hopping channel Big Brother's Big Deals. We can't wait to see their product range.
At the start of the task, the housemates will be given a DVD, which tells them how many sections they must successfully pass to receive the luxury budget. But of course, BB doesn't like to make it that easy, so they will only be able to play the DVD and find out that magic number tomorrow.
When housemates aren't starring in their own shows, they will be required to view the other shows. Well, naturally; who would want to miss The Growlers? Quite...
11.48am: Martin and Lorenzo are discussing what they wanted to get out of BB.
11.59pm: Harvey is asking Julian what skimmed milk is. He's pleased to find that it is fat free.
Day 20: The tranquil trio
41 mins ago
The nominated housemates â Martin, Lorenzo and Julie, have awoken on this sunny Monday morning with extremely cheery dispositions, all things considering.
Julie was up with the larks, as she so often is, and spent most of the morning pondering in the bedroom whilst the others slumbered on. Maybe she used this quiet time for some contemplation, as she was in high spirits when she later chatted in the garden with frenemie Coleen.
"I've loved my time in here" she declared, seemingly feeling much more positive about the eviction after a good night's sleep. The only thing she fretted over is what she'll wear for the occasion â we're taking a guess that it may involve leopard print, but it's just a hunch...
First time nominee Martin has been his usually smiley-self, spending the morning working out in the Big Brother gym. The eviction hasn't really been on his lips â in fact he's spent more time talking about healthy eating and his gym routine. It'll take a lot more than a possible eviction to faze the Kempmeister.
And the Prince also seems to be relaxed about the whole affair. Well it is his second time after all, he's been there, done that and probably has a brightly coloured polo shirt somewhere.
But there is one thing that's got the housemates talking this morning â this week's shopping task. They're in the dark about what's going on at the moment, but you don't have to be. Here's a lowdown of what'll be happening over the next two days, it promises to be good telly indeed.
A smiley Julie this morning
Julie chatted to a not-so-smiley Coleen
A relaxed looking Prince
Martin, just chilling - he's a cool character
12.11pm: In true Brit style, the sun is out and the tops are off (for the men, obviously)
12.29pm: Ashvey are discussing technology: they are both having trouble remembering the PIN codes to unlock their phones...
12.31pm: Today, Julie is rocking a leopard print trio: headband, tshirt and leggings. RAWRRR!!! http://ow.ly/i/TX99
12.35pm: Julie and Martin are talking about their childhoods. Christmas and pop bottles. Bless, we love a bit of nostalgia.
If you missed last night's #BBBOTS, catch up here! http://ow.ly/dqbFL
12.50pm: Harvey, Ash and Lorenzo are playing a really fun game. It's called 'guess the time'. You have to, um, guess the time.
1.02pm: Julie and Martin are laughing at how silly they looked dressed as Aphrodite and Zeus for the gods & Mortals task.
1.14pm: Ashley, Harvey and Martin are gushing over butterflies.They all hold the insect in high regards.
1.24pm: Lorenzo is educating Coleen on the gross bugs of the world. They're not all as cute as butterflies!
1.38pm: "The less people there are, the more playable the game is". Fighting talk from Martin there.
1.51pm: Coleen and Julian are discussing why Julie is getting booed by the public.
2.11pm: Harvey is running around the garden screaming. It's not going down well with the other housemates.
2.31pm: The housemates have been gathered on the sofas. A task awaits!
2.36pm: Julie is reading out the instructions for today's task. You can read them too, by clicking this link. http://ow.ly/dqkst
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Day 20: You've got a friend in me
10 mins ago
The two Jules' have struck up quite a friendship during their time in the House, and with the eviction looming ever closer, he's beginning to worry for his new BFF.
Sitting in the kitchen earlier, the stand-up comedian tried to get his head around the public's reaction to the Corrie actress - but if it was sympathy he was looking for, he turned to the wrong person in Coleen, who dished out a few home truths about his buddy.
"I don't like the booing or chanting for anyone, but she must be doing something to get them", the Nolan sister rationalised.
Julian hesitantly agreed, stating that something may have happened during the Gods and Mortals task which could have shown her in an unfavourable light. However, this didn't seem to ease his worries.
Talking about the eviction, he stated "I don't like the idea of her having to stand in front of the baying mob", adding that no 70-year-old woman should have to go through that.
An unconvinced Coleen was having none of it, "You have to be responsible for you own actions... regardless of your age".
A loyal friend to the end, Julian wouldn't say a bad word against the grand dame of soap, musing "Well she makes me really laugh".
What a pal.
2.52pm: The housemates are gearing up for today's task - it's fair to say that someone are more excited than others.
3.03pm: Ashley and Harvey have gone back to lounging in the sun. They should enjoy the relaxation time while it lasts!
3.11pm: Harvey and The Situation have been called to the large task room for the first part of today's BBTV task.
3.13pm: BB is explaining the instructions for the 'Ask 100' task to Harvey and Sitch. They're excited by the prospect of a prize.
3.19pm: And the game begins. First question - who do the public think is the biggest flirt in the House?
3.20pm: With 38% the winner is... The Situation. Harvey guessed correctly and scores one point.
3.22pm: Which housemate would the public most like to live with? They chose themselves... but it was Martin!
3.25pm: The Situation keeps picking himself for all the good categories. Suffice to say, he keeps getting the answer wrong.
3.27pm: Both of the boys have chosen Julie for the most manipulative person and the person the public would least like to live with.
