CBB shock all-star series could 'see return of bevvy of controversial contestants including Stephen Bear, Shilpa Shetty and Katie Price'

Celebrity Big Brother bosses are said to be plotting the return of some of the show's most controversial stars including Stephen Bear, Katie Price and Shilpa Shetty. 

Rumours have been gaining momentum claiming Channel 5 bosses plan to air a Gold Stars Vs New Stars series in which 14 celebrities will return, comprising of seven former contestants and seven fresh famous faces.

Sources tell Daily Star, TV chiefs are formulating a wishlist of returnees following the claims earlier this month that the new formula was in motion.

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He's back? Celebrity Big Brother bosses are said to be plotting the return of some of the show's most controversial stars including Stephen Bear, Katie Price and Shilpa Shetty

He's back? Celebrity Big Brother bosses are said to be plotting the return of some of the show's most controversial stars including Stephen Bear, Katie Price and Shilpa Shetty

Every year the show is shrouded in controversy and insiders claim bosses plan to unite the most shocking contestants to form the stunning new show. 

Sources tell the publication: 'It’s a genius idea that has never been done before. Channel 5 wants to do a show that gives a nod to the past but also has a fresh edge with new people too.

'The celebrities who have done the show before could repeat what they did in the house last time hoping it will curry favour with fans but the newbies will be quick to call them out as being old dogs with new tricks.' 

Top on the list is said to be this year's victor, Stephen Bear, who reigned victorious after riling his housemates and driving the house to breaking point - causing mass shock at his taking home the crown. 

Ex-winner: Rumours have been gaining momentum claiming Channel 5 bosses plan to air a Gold Stars Vs New Stars series in which 14 celebrities will return, comprising of seven former contestants and seven fresh famous faces

Ex-winner: Rumours have been gaining momentum claiming Channel 5 bosses plan to air a Gold Stars Vs New Stars series in which 14 celebrities will return, comprising of seven former contestants and seven fresh famous faces

Way back when: Bollywood beauty Shilpa Shetty is said to be in the pipeline, no doubt to the shock of many after she was at the centre of the horrific racism row which blazed on in 2007

Way back when: Bollywood beauty Shilpa Shetty is said to be in the pipeline, no doubt to the shock of many after she was at the centre of the horrific racism row which blazed on in 2007

Then and now:Fellow housemates Jade Goody, Jo O'Meara and Danielle Lloyd were accused of subjecting her to racial abuse.Fellow housemates Jade Goody, Jo O'Meara and Danielle Lloyd were accused of subjecting her to racial abuse

Then and now:Fellow housemates Jade Goody, Jo O'Meara and Danielle Lloyd were accused of subjecting her to racial abuse.Fellow housemates Jade Goody, Jo O'Meara and Danielle Lloyd were accused of subjecting her to racial abuse

Another star is Katie Price, who was crowned winner of last year's show, after entering at a later stage and winning over the public. 

Bollywood beauty Shilpa Shetty is said to be in the pipeline, no doubt to the shock of many after she was at the centre of the horrific racism row which blazed on in 2007.

Fellow housemates Jade Goody, Jo O'Meara and Danielle Lloyd were accused of subjecting her to racial abuse. 

Popping in? Pete Burns will reportedly come back to the show

Popping in? Pete Burns will reportedly come back to the show

Comedy gold: Les Dennis will no doubt enjoy another stint 

Comedy gold: Les Dennis will no doubt enjoy another stint 

Then and now: Michael Barrymore suffered a tough time in the house but could return 

Then and now: Michael Barrymore suffered a tough time in the house but could return 

The controversy became a global news story leading to the late Jade Goody's appearance on Celebrity Big Brother India, where she then discovered she had been diagnosed with cancer. 

American stars Perez Hilton and Spencer and Heidi Pratt are tipped for return after they set the screen alight with their explosive opinions and reactions to British stars. 

Other stars alleged to be on the wishlist include My Big Fat Gypsy Wedding star Paddy Doherty, iconic pop star Pete Burns, outspoken journalist Katie Hopkins and legendary comic Les Dennis.   

Back? American stars Perez Hilton and Spencer and Heidi Pratt are tipped for return after they set the screen alight with their explosive opinions and reactions to British stars

Back? American stars Perez Hilton and Spencer and Heidi Pratt are tipped for return after they set the screen alight with their explosive opinions and reactions to British stars

Inseparable: The Hills stars are seldom seen apart 

Inseparable: The Hills stars are seldom seen apart 

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