Who is Ricky Norwood? Former EastEnders actor who reached the Celebrity Big Brother 2016 final
FORMER EastEnders actor Ricky Norwood grabbed his second chance with both hands on Celebrity Big Brother.
The popular soap actor is known for playing Arthur ‘Fatboy’ Chubb in the popular TV drama, but he was axed from Albert Square in 2015. Here's the lowdown on him...
Who is Ricky Norwood and who did he play on EastEnders?
Born 15 November 1986, Ricky is 33 years old and hails from Tower Hamlets, East London.
In 2011, young talent Ricky won an award for the Most Popular Newcomer following his role in E20.
He began starring as Fatboy on EastEnders in 2010.
However, his character was axed from the soap in 2015 after a leaked video of Ricky reached producers.
Allegedly, in the clip, the ‘Enders star was caught performing a sex act while smoking an illegal substance.
Dedicated fans begged producers of the soap to consider allowing the actor back onto the popular family show.
Amid his controversial exit, a spokesperson for EastEnders said: “We can confirm Ricky is leaving. We wish him all the best.”
After leaving EastEnders, Ricky also played the role of a homophobic man in a gay adaptation of Romeo and Juliet.
What happened to Ricky on Celebrity Big Brother?
Ricky Norwood proved himself as the quiet one of the competition during his time on CBB but managed to pack a punch with the rest of the housemates and become one of the most loved among last year's contestants.
It didn't take long for him to unleash his feelings to those he disliked, slamming Chloe Khan as ";two-faced" in one round of nominations.
He developed a strong bond with Sam Fox during his time in the house, and on her eviction, she dubbed him "her rock".
Ricky was one of the favourites for victory but eventually finished second after Ex on the Beach star Stephen Bear.
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When is Celebrity Big Brother on TV?
Celebrity Big Brother launched date on Thursday, August 16, 2018, at 9pm on Channel 5, and will continue every night at the same time - except Saturday, when it airs at 10pm.
Rylan Clark-Neal's CBBBOTS is also back on our screens at 11.05pm.
Bosses pushed the start date back this year to avoid clashing with the hugely popular Love Island. As The Sun Online previously revealed, this series will focus on retribution.
The official line-up includes the likes of Gabby Allen, Dan Osborne, and Chloe Ayling.
Stormy Daniels was due to take part but pulled out hours before the live launch.