Gay couple to
compete in U.K. Big Brother

Fans of the U.K. Big Brother series can expect a full house this season, especially with the recent cast addition of a gay Hampshire couple.

Family members say Stephen Ireland, 23, and James Joell, 22, are slated to appear as contestants on Big Brother 8. The couple passed a series of auditions to earn their slots, reportedly telling the show's producers that they are willing to do anything on TV--even get married.

Big Brother 8 housemates will not be revealed officially until the show airs on May 30. (The Advocate)