BB9 Luke calls for 'Allstars' series

Big Brother 9 contestant Luke Marsden has argued that a Big Brother Allstars series should replace January's celebrity show.

The reality TV star, who appeared on the ninth series last summer, said that his theory was partly based on "personal greed", but also claimed that Endemol could save cash with the alternative spinoff.

"From my own personal greed point of view, I think they should have an Allstar Big Brother with me back in the house," he told DS. "They can thrust me back in and I can renew my 15 minutes of fame!"

He continued: "I don't think they should waste a fortune on celebrities in January, when frankly most people haven't even heard of them. They should do an Allstars show in January and try and do something extra special in the final summer one."

Marsden also suggested that the final summer show should go "back to basics" in an attempt to revive the format.

"Maybe they could make the housemates do pottery for eleven weeks," he said. "I don't know, but Endemol have some big decisions to make because how next year goes could end up determining the future of Big Brother."

Channel 4 confirmed speculation yesterday that next year's run of Big Brother will be its final series with the broadcaster.