A PAL of Big Brother star Izaaz has claimed he is ‘playing a game’ in the house – as his past attempt at a pop career resurfaced online.

The 29-year-old, from Swansea, entered the Big Brother house in west London on Sunday, when the fan-favourite reality series premiered on ITV2.

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And those closest to Izaaz say it’s “not surprising” to see the “very motivated very driven” sales contestant on the small screen, as he “always wanted to be a star”.

In fact, he was even part of a promising boyband during secondary school.

Pictures and video obtained by The Sun shows the 2024 BBUK star, who is an avid Swansea City supporter, in his former band.

The Sun has not yet established the name of Izzaz’s music group but the video is called ‘New Faces’ which could be the name of the band or the song.

The clip features audio playing over snaps of the band members, and Izaaz in sunnies and a hoodie rapping alongside schoolmates Joel Murray and Ryan Lewis.

The track features the lyrics: “I got money raining in, take as much as you like, my Lambo’s outside, with your name on the back.

“It’s all about the money and the fame, I chase the girls who love the fun and the games.”

According to a former pal, Izaaz has always had fame in his sights, and this will make him a hit in the house.

His former pal told us: “Izaaz has all the traits of a successful housemate. He always wanted to be a star – he always wanted to be famous. He’s very motivated, very driven.

“He was popular among his peers – he was even part of a boyband. He’s overcome a lot.

The friend outlined some of the struggles Izaaz has been through.

“He was the chubby kid in school. His dad passed away when he was quite young and he became a single dad in his early twenties.”

“I think he’s going to be confident and funny. I think he will be playing a game.

“He demonstrated his determination and enthusiasm in his work, and I certainly think he’s got the personality. He’s principled – and a lot of people will see these personal attributes.”

And the friend predicts he could go all the way.

“I think he could get to the final – no problem.”

Big Brother continues at 9pm on ITV2 and ITVX

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Velma has been canceled after two seasons on streaming service Max.

The animated Scooby-Doo prequel series starred The Office alum Mindy Kaling in the title role of Velma Dinkley, with Glenn Howerton, Sam Richardson, Constance Wu and Jane Lynch also among the voice cast.

The show was created and developed by former The Mindy Project writer-producer Charlie Grandy.

In a statement to The Independent, Max said: “Over the past two seasons, Mindy and Charlie have created an incredibly fun and fresh world within the iconic whodunit franchise.

“While we won’t be moving forward with another season of the series, we thank them for their compelling coming-of-age storytelling, unrivaled clues, and hilarious hijinks.”

The series focused on Velma and her fellow members of Mystery Inc as high school students solving mysteries in the town of Crystal Cove.

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While there will not be a third season, a final Halloween special debuted earlier this week. Titled Velma: This Halloween Needs To Be More Special, the logline reads: “With just 24 hours to bring Velma back, the friends search for a dark spellbook while trying to avoid the wrath of a vengeful spirit.

“But as the annual Sexy Halloween party nears, Velma and the gang must face their biggest fears… if they all want to make it out alive.”

The series received an underwhelming response from viewers from the outset. Its first season sits at just 38 percent on review aggregator Rotten Tomatoes.

Back in 2022, Kaling responded to backlash surrounding the depiction of Dinkley as South Asian.

At New York’s Comic-Con, Kaling said that she was “always constantly surprised by reactions to everything on social media.”

“I think of the characters in this as so iconic, but in no way is the gang defined by their whiteness, except for Fred,” she continued.

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“So, I was a little bit surprised and I think most Indian-American girls when they see this sceptical, hardworking, kind of underappreciated character, can identify with her.”

Kaling said she remembered doing the same as a kid. “Growing up, I’ve always identified with Velma,” she said of the industrious character considered the “brains” of the Scooby gang.

“She was so cute, but not like traditionally hot – super smart, super thick glasses, questionable haircut. I just love the series and I feel so honoured to do the voice.”

MAFS UK bride Polly Sellman is flogging her wedding dress for £1,800 on Vinted.

The careers advisor, 28, tied the knot with barber Adam Nightingale, 35, as part of this year’s series of the E4 show.

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The pair got off to a bad start after it was made apparent that Polly isn’t Adam’s type.

Despite that, the pair are still in the experiment at the moment – and fans are desperate to know if they are still an item.

However Polly could have dropped a big clue that they aren’t – after putting her wedding dress up for sale.

The reality star has listed the Justin Alexander gown for a whopping £1,800 on selling app Vinted.

Polly has described the clothing as: “Absolutely gorgeous wedding dress.

“Brand new Justin Alexander 2024. US 14.

“UK 16 but has been altered to size and can be altered again. Can include veil.”

Tonight things will get very awkward between Polly and Adam.

Polly’s best mate Alfie lays into her husband and tells him exactly how he felt when the pair said ‘I Do’.

On the day, Alfie, as well as viewers, were left fuming with what Adam said about Polly, saying she’s “not what I expected”.

Then during a conversation with Alfie, Adam added: “She’s not my usual type.

“My ex partners have been dark hair.

“I normally go with girls that I think, ‘Oh my God, I think you’re unreal’.”

Despite Adam not knowing if he’s attracted to Polly, they had sex on their wedding day.

That’s not the only harsh thing that Adam has said about his wife.

He previously told the experts: “When I look into Polly’s eyes, I don’t think ‘I really want to kiss you!’”

Despite split rumours, it seemed things were still well between them after the first few episodes.

Polly said on Instagram: “Just to remind everyone:

“You see MINUTES of an entire day.

“A lot deeper connections were had off camera (mostly in bed where Adam would tell me to be quiet so we could actually sleep).

“It’s hard talking to someone about your feelings if you’ve been been good at, especially to a stranger.

“There are always two sides to everything.

“Both people have insecurities in a relationship with different love languages.

“We have no control over what they show. “

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