Louis Walsh for The X Factor / © ITV
Former The X Factor judge Louis Walsh has reportedly reached a deal to take part in Celebrity Big Brother.
The music mogul, 71, has been in the industry for decades, managing acts such as Westlife, Boyzone and Jedward.
Despite a recent report suggesting that Walsh had refused an offer to appear on CBB, The Sun now says that he has accepted a six-figure contract.
“He is one of the most intriguing signings for Celebrity Big Brother because he has almost half a century of experience in showbusiness to recall when he enters the house,” a source told the newspaper.
“Viewers will be most interested in his memories of his time on The X Factor and working with huge music acts including Westlife and Boyzone.
“But there may be a few celebrities outside the house who are feeling nervous about what he might say, because Louis is notoriously outspoken.”
Celebrity Big Brother launches on ITV1 on Monday, March 4.
