Belinda becomes BB's fifth evictee

10:22pm Friday 18th July 2008

Belinda Harris-Reid has become the fifth housemate to be evicted from the Big Brother house.

The theatre director, 44, from Exeter, lost out to 24-year-old chef Rex Newmark, on Day 44 of the series.

Belinda was hot favourite to get the boot, at 1-8 with Paddy Power.

She predicted her fate on Thursday, saying: "I'll go, I know it. I'm 20 years older than Rex and I'm a newbie. I'm sure Rex has a big fanbase."

Housemates had been divided on who they thought would leave. Luke told Belinda he thought Rex would go and Lisa agreed, saying: "Rex is arrogant and he's got an attitude."

But Michael backed Rex, telling him he had already proved he could win. He said: "Belinda, the obvious disadvantage you have is you've just came in the House. I think you'll have a lot of female fans Rex."

Belinda earlier reflected on her Big Brother experience, saying it had been "psychologically incredibly interesting".

She added: "Physically it's been challenging. And emotionally, I've had it all. It's kind of been like a rollercoaster. I'm really pleased I've done the two weeks even if I have to go, I'm honoured to have been here."

Belinda was constantly criticised by the housemates for her loud snoring during her short stint in the house.

The mum of two was nominated by Dale, Maysoon, Rex, Stuart and Michael, who said she was "the biggest nosey parker I have ever met in my entire life."

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