Written by Oliver Price
09:43 March 9, 2024, updated 14:22 09 March 2024
The Princess of Wales's uncle Gary Goldsmith was a housemate on Celebrity Big Brother for less than a week before he was evicted last night after the Middleton family's “black sheep” toe-curling antics left viewers wincing. .
The outspoken brother of Duchess Kate's mother Carole Middleton joined the reality show's cast on Monday night, but his uncle Gary was evicted last night in a referendum to save Lauren Simon.
Mr Goldsmith, 58, spilled royal secrets in the Big Brother house, “furious” his family, who are going through a tough time as his niece Kate recovers from abdominal surgery.
In his first interview on Late & Live, Gary said: “I had a great time. I came in with one challenge and I accomplished it in five days.”
“I don't consider myself a celebrity. I just happen to be associated with a big celebrity.”
When host AJ Odudu asked Kate who she wanted to win after leaving the house, she said: “Levi Roots, I have a lot of respect for him. If he wins, I'll use it for good. “Deaf,” he answered.
Will asked again, “Do you think Kate would agree to that?”
Gary replied, “100%, she puts others first.”
Mr Goldsmith, who made his living through recruitment and was at one point worth £30 million, is believed to have been shunned by the Middleton family in recent years.
Despite attending the wedding of Prince William and Duchess Kate in London in 2011, and six years later attending the wedding of Duchess Kate's sister Pippa Middleton and James Matthews in Berkshire. is.
Mr Goldsmith has regularly spoken out in support of Kate, who is believed to call him “Uncle G” and previously described her as “the best person I've ever met”. “The most wonderful person,” he praised.
Duchess Kate's mother gave her brother some harsh words before he entered the Big Brother house, fearing he would reveal royal secrets. A source told The Sun newspaper: “Gary said Kate's mother Carol and her father Michael read him the riot records.'' They are not happy about him joining the ranks of Celebrity Big Brother. That's frustrating for them. Kate doesn't need this kind of stress. ”
During Monday's explosive launch episode, as Gary prepared to enter the house, host AJ Odudu wasted no time asking if the royal niece would be tuning in. Gary joked, “If she was looking, she'd be hiding behind the couch.”
Here's how Duchess Kate's uncle Gary made headlines after spilling royal secrets on Celebrity Big Brother.
Uncle Gary calls for Prince Harry and Duchess Meghan to be stripped of their royal titles, speaks out about Duchess Kate's health
Mr Goldsmith called for Prince Harry and Duchess Meghan to be stripped of their royal titles on Tuesday night's episode of Celebrity Big Brother.
Speaking to host Fern Britton, Gary Goldsmith spoke candidly about the royal family. Of the Sussexes, he said: “I really think they should be stripped of their titles.”
Questions were also asked about the health of the Princess of Wales. He responded, “She's getting the best care in the world and all her family has done is turn the wagons and take care of her family.”
“They put out a statement and just said, 'Let's take some time to recover and see you at Easter.'
Goldsmith added: “She's great. She'll be back. Of course she'll be back.”
Uncle Gary says Duchess Kate doesn't like being called 'normal'
On Wednesday's episode of Celebrity Big Brother, Mr Goldsmith revealed that his niece Kate doesn't like being called “normal”.
He also said that he, the Princess of Wales' mother and sister Carole were millionaires by the time they were 30.
The topic of family came up on Wednesday's episode when Gary was talking about his family with TV presenter Fern Britton.
The two had a modest upbringing, Gary said. “We were both multi.” [millionaires] by 30,” he said, referring to him and his sister Carol.
'Really? ' said Fern, shocked. Gary nods and says they get their wealth from a variety of sources.
She added: “I get a little annoyed when people say Kate is a normal person.” Their families have nothing in common.
“Look at all the upper-class people showing their skin,” Fern said. “If it's a big house,” Gary added.
Uncle Gary admits 'I'm the black sheep of the family'
Mr Goldsmith, a businessman, admitted he wanted the chance to change public perception of him, having always been known as the “black sheep” of the Middleton family.
Sharon Osbourne told Gary on the show: “Now let's have a little fun, Gary.'' Tell me why he accepted your offer to come over. ”
Gary said, “I'm concerned about the public's perception of me.'' The black sheep of the family. I'm a normal guy. It just so happens that my niece married Will. ”
The businessman then claimed that he had no interest in becoming a celebrity himself.
He said, “If I could show people that I'm not that person.'' This is not my world, so I really put myself out there.
“At the end of the day, I'm not a celebrity. I don't want to be a celebrity, I don't want to go down that path.
Uncle Gary reveals 'difficult' situation with Kate and talks about his 'bad uncle' nickname
When Mr Goldsmith spoke to Louis Walsh and Sharon Osbourne, he was quick to open up about his connection to the royal family as the uncle of the Princess of Wales.
Gary didn't hold back, explaining that it was “difficult at the best of times” to hug his niece Kate, who is recovering from abdominal surgery.
Louis asks, “Is it difficult to be involved with famous people?”
Gary, who made a lot of money running a recruitment agency, said: “I didn't vote for it. It just happened to me and all of a sudden the spotlight is on you.” Ta.
Discussing his thoughts on his nickname, he said: “They call me Bunkle!” Have you ever heard of Bunkle? It seems like every house has a bad old man.''
Gary has been married four times and was found guilty of assaulting his fourth wife Julie-Ann in 2017.
He pleaded guilty to one count of assault by beating and was fined £5,000 and sentenced to a 12-month community order with 20 rehabilitation requirements.
Gary then admitted: “It's hard to catch Kate at the best of times. She has kids and I love the fact that she puts her family first.”
Uncle Gary's embarrassing wardrobe malfunction as he enters the CBB house
Celebrity Big Brother fans were quick to point out a rather embarrassing fiasco in which billionaire businessman Gary Goldsmith suffered a wardrobe malfunction.
Upon entering the house, viewers watching at home noticed that Mr. Goldsmith's fly was untied and questioned why no one had told him.
Sharing their thoughts on X, one person wrote: Your flies are back!
Another added: “Sorry Gary Goldsmith came in with a fly off.”
Uncle Gary remembers the first time he met 'normal' Prince William and the first question he was asked by the Royal Family
In his introductory video upon entering the Celebrity Big Brother house, Mr Goldsmith revealed an unexpected question Prince William asked him when they first met.
In the short clip, Mr Goldsmith says: “I'm Gary Goldsmith, the uncle of our future queen.” Duchess Kate is the current Princess of Wales. she is just perfect.
“The first time he met William, Kate was cooking and William said, 'Hey, would you like some tea?'”
Goldsmith said in the video that people often think he's “a bit of a bad boy” but appearing on the show “is great to set the record straight.”
But, he added, “perhaps getting people involved; [his] It's his favorite hobby, and he said, “It's an absolute nightmare to live with.”
