Rylan Clark has revealed he’s thrilled to be taking over the reigns of Big Brother’s Bit On The Side.
The hit UK reality series is coming back to Irish telly and will be broadcast on TV3 and 3e when the new series kicks off May 12.
The former X Factor contestant told Goss.ie he can’t wait to get stuck in to full time hosting after former host Emma Willis gave him her blessing.
Go ahead: Emma gave Rylan her blessing | CHANNEL 5
“I’ve lost my life now. It’s five days a week like a real person’s job. I love it, I love the show so much,” he said.
“I’ve been there for two years now, watching, doing it and slowly taking it over. It’s got to the point now where I’m ready for that so I’m very excited.”
“Emma said to me, ‘I think I want to leave. I’ve done what I needed to do here and I can’t think of anyone better to give it to’,” he revealed.
Event: Rylan attended the TV3 launch for Big Brother | BRIAN MCEVOY
Speaking at the TV3 launch of Big Brother 2015, Rylan told Goss.ie he can’t wait to get stuck in.
“I’ve learned so mucho off her but equally, I’m rubbing my hands going, ‘yes! This is my show show now.'”
Meanwhile, the TV star revealed he’s looking ahead to recording his debut album and has already signed a record deal.
Music: Rylan has signed a record deal
“I have signed a record deal, yes. It’s very exciting. I’ve left it long enough. I’ve been working on stuff and people are very shocked at what they’re hearing,” he said.
“I had a job on X Factor, my job was to be Rylan, don’t worry about the singing. It’s going to be current but surprising. People wont realise it’s me and that’s what I want.”
– Big Brother: Timebomb airs Tuesday May 12 at 9pm on 3e with a simulcast from 10pm on TV3.
