Big Brother 2025 viewers have declared a 'clear winner' for the reality show's crown after contestant Richard delivered a brutally hilarious response to the eviction of his housemate, Caroline. The incident occurred during the episode airing on Sunday, November 9, and has since set social media alight.
The 'Savage' Diary Room Moment
Following the double eviction on Friday which saw both Caroline and Nancy leave the house, the remaining housemates were shown reacting to the dramatic exit. However, it was Richard's conversation in the Diary Room that truly captured the audience's attention. When Big Brother asked if he missed Caroline, Richard responded with mock despair.
He dramatically claimed, "Deeply. I could hear violins playing as I sobbed myself to sleep, and the pillow was steeped with my tears." He then continued his sarcastic monologue, adding that he wondered how he would cope without her barbed comments, before concluding with the punchline: "And I woke up this morning and I looked across at the empty bed and I thought Yes." The moment was capped off by Richard bursting into laughter at his own remarks, seemingly celebrating Caroline's departure.
Viewers Crown Their Champion on Social Media
The reaction on X (formerly Twitter) was immediate and overwhelming. Fans of the ITV2 show rushed to the platform to express their amusement and support for Richard, with many now backing him to win the entire competition.
One viewer declared, "I've seen enough. Richard has to win." Another commented on his comedic timing, writing, "I knew Richard was a winner from the moment I saw his VT. Maybe I have a boring sense of humour but this man has me howling every time he's in the diary room." Others described his performance as "absolute comedy genius", with many noting that his wheezing laugh was a highlight of the episode.
A Pantomime Feud Comes to an End
The tension between Richard and Caroline has been a recurring storyline since Richard's late entrance into the house. The feud began when Caroline never let him forget about 'pinching' her eyeball currency, a unique in-house token. Richard had previously characterised their dynamic as "pantomime-like", suggesting it was more for entertainment than genuine animosity.
However, during her exit interview, Caroline stuck to her critical guns, repeatedly stating that she found Richard "boring", leaving hosts Will and AJ questioning her sincerity. With the final mere days away and a substantial cash prize on the line, Richard's newfound popularity with the audience could very well see him crowned the Big Brother 2025 champion.
Big Brother airs Sunday to Friday on ITV2 and ITVX at 9pm.
