Channel 10's Big Brother Australia has denied claims that producers manipulated the finale to ensure Coco Beeby's victory. The 30-year-old childcare worker won the £64,000 prize pot on December 8, with primary school teacher Emily Dale finishing as runner-up.
Insiders alleged that producers from Endemol Shine gave conflicting messages to contestants, shaping the final outcome. Specifically, sources told TV Blackbox that finalists Allana and Bruce were encouraged to take themselves out of the running for the crown by competing for a £40,000 car, which Allana won, while Coco was not given the same encouragement.
A spokesperson for the production company refuted the claims, stating: 'The claims made regarding the production of Big Brother Australia are false. Interactions in the diary room are limited to standard production, safety, and housemate welfare. The integrity of Big Brother and its results were never compromised.'
Coco, who had an emotional reunion with her children on stage after winning, said her prize money will go towards her children's future. She thanked fans and encouraged single parents, saying: 'Your time isn't up. Don't think because you're a parent, that it's over.'
