Courtney Act WINS Celebrity Big Brother!

"It's okay to be different"

Courtney Act CBB

by Daisy Jordan |
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It's been one hell of a series, but now we can reveal that Courtney Act has won Celebrity Big Brother 2018!

The drag queen - whose real name is Shane Jenek - managed to nab the top spot in Friday evening's final, beating runner up Ann Widdecombe in the 'Woman of the Year' themed series.

YAY!

Host Emma Willis quizzed the star on her time in the house, which was themed in honour of the 100th anniversary of women having the right to vote.

"It's slightly ironic," Courtney laughed. "It's amazing to think that the public have chosen me.

"My inspiration for coming into the house was that teenage boy who didn't quite know where he belonged or how he fit in and feeling inspired by the Spice Girls. Not knowing what that meant but knowing it was okay to be different too. I guess [winning] was about validation that it is okay to be different."

We're inspired by the Spice Girls too, Courtney. Brb off to sell our body parts for tickets to their reunion!

Matt Willis' wife obv couldn't help herself and was quick to ask all about her fellow housemate Andrew Brady.

When Emma asked how much of a crush Courtney had on The Apprentice star, she replied, "As much as he wants!"

She did go on to sing Andrew's praises, adding, "Andrew is comfortable with everything. If more straight guys were like him, the world would be a better place.

"He knows who he is and isn't afraid of sharing it in an unconventional way. I respect his boundaries but it's fun to flirt. Once the boys left, I thought "what's the point of doing drag?"

"I revel in our friendship more than anything."

Former MP Ann Widdecombe also seemed happy with finishing as runner-up, telling Emma, "Second place, that's okay, isn't it?"

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GALLERY: All the CBB winners so far!

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Celebrity Big Brother winners so far

Jack Dee on stage talking into a microphone1 of 22
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Jack Dee: 2001

Jack Dee took part in the show for Comic Relief and everyone seemed surprised, none more so than Jack. The series lasted a paltry five days as it was a more innocent time.

Mark Owen with arms in the air2 of 22
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Mark Owen: 2002

The nation fell in love with Mark Owen all over again when he took part while Take That were on hiatus.

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Bez: 2005

Happy Mondays dancer Bez made no bones about taking part in the show because he needed the money. During his triumphant series he struck up an unlikely friendship with Jackie Stallone. Yes, really.

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Chantelle Houghton: 2006

AS the only non-celebrity in the Celebrity Big Brother house it was perhaps inevitable that Chantelle would win. She went on to marry cast mate Samuel Preston from the Ordinary Boys and later had a baby with subsequent CBB winner Alex Reid.

Shilpa Shetty with hands together at the CBB final5 of 22
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Shilpa Shetty: 2007

The nation rolled its eye when Shilpa Shetty claimed she was as big as Angelina Jolie. But her grace and dignity in the face of Jade Goody's bullying saw her crowned CBB winner.

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Ulrika Johnson: 2009

Ulrika-ka-ka-ka-ka Johnson had stiff competition from Terry Christian, Tina Malone and Mutya Buena but, following a grumpy time in the house, eventually triumphed.

Alex Reid celebrating by holding arms up in the air7 of 22
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Alex Reid: 2010

Alex Reid was pretty much a twinkle in Katie Price's eye when he entered CBB. He became husband number two shortly after his win.

Paddy Doherty celebrating his victory8 of 22
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Paddy Doherty: 2011

Paddy Doherty winning CBB was not the nation's finest hour.

Denise Welch standing with her arms in the air9 of 22
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Denise Welch: 2012

Denise Welch took on disgraced X Factor singer Frankie Cocozza, former Towie Kirk Norcross and EastEnders favourite Natalie Cassidy and WON.

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Julian Clary: 2012

Well of course Julian Clary won. The man's a national treasure! Mind you, he had stiff competition from Coleen Nolan and Martin (really, Martin? ) Kemp.

Charlotte Crosby sticking thumbs up11 of 22
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Charlotte Crosby: 2013

Charlotte Crosby was the first Geordie Shore cast mate to enter Celebrity Big Brother and she set the bar very high.

Rylan holding arms up with a white t-shirt and black skinny jeans12 of 22
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Rylan Clark-Neal: 2013

Rylan Clark-Neal was an utter delight during his time in the Borehamwood Bungalow. He now presents Bit On The Side, which is an impressive career trajectory.

Gary Busey waving at the crowd13 of 22
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Gary Busey: 2014

Gary Busey's time on Celebrity Big Brother was...odd. Still, hats off. he won.

Jim Davison holding arms up with grey suit on14 of 22
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Jim Davison: 2014

HOW DID THIS HAPPEN?

Katie Price walking down the CBB stairs15 of 22
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Katie Price: 2015

Somehow, Katie Hopkins was Katie Price's closest rival for the CBB crown. Thank goodness, the right Katie won. She's denied she's going into the house in 2018 which is a crying shame.

James Hill sticking thumb up to cbb crowd16 of 22
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James Hill: 2015

James Hill, anyone? ANYONE? Thought not.

Scotty T holding arms out wide17 of 22
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Scotty T: 2016

Scotty T was pitted against Gemma Collins, Megan McKenna, Stephanie Davis and Jeremy McConnell and came out triumphant. His finest hour? Possibly.

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Stephen Bear 2016

Bear had an interesting time in the CBB house and a very rude time with Chloe Khan in the CBB toilet. He was up for every single eviction but beat them all and won the show.

Coleen Nolan19 of 22
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Coleen Nolan: 2017

Coleen Nolan did TWO stints in the CBB house, first taking part in 2012. She beat Jedward and won this time around.

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Sarah Harding: 2017

Sarah Harding enjoyed a relationship with Chad Johnson during their time in CBB. Alas, things didn't work in the outside world. The former Girls Aloud singer sadly passed away in 2021 after battling cancer.

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Shane Jenek (Courtney Act): 2018

Shane Jenek AKA Courtney Act was the stand out star of winter 2018 Celebrity Big Brother, in part because they stood up to the bigoted remarks of house villain Anne Widdecombe.

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Ryan Thomas: 2018

Former Corrie star Ryan Thomas was the final ever winner of CBB, despite MAJOR controversy in his series involving Roxanne Pallet.

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