Ross backs continued Celebrity BB

Jonathan Ross has revealed that he wants Channel 4 to continue airing Celebrity Big Brother after the current series.

The presenter wrote on his Twitter that he enjoys watching the reality show, which will be axed after its current run under a decision by the channel to end its association with the franchise.

"Am I alone in thinking that Channel 4 should keep CBB going? This is not me looking for work btw !! But it's a fun show... who's yer fave?" Ross tweeted.

Ross said that he was a fan of Ivana, Heidi, Sisqo, Jonas and Vinnie, but said that he was not as fond of Stephen Baldwin.

Dragons' Den businessman Peter Jones replied to the tweet by revealing that this is the first year he has watched the show. "Vinny is my favourite. CBB has never interested me until this year. It's great TV and I wouldn't be surprised if they keep it going," he said.

The celebrity backing of the show comes after racing pundit John McCririck said that he believes Channel 4 should reconsider its decision.