Celebrity Big Brother fans react to shock backdoor eviction
They weren't happy
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Author: Anna Sky MagliolaPublished 23rd Jan 2018 Last updated 23rd Jan 2018
The beginning of another week in the Celebrity Big Brother house has started off with a shock backdoor eviction and fans weren't happy.
Former England footballer John Barnes was sent packing in last night's (22nd January) episode, after he was on the receiving end of a housemates' vote, having lost a series of tasks during the Battle of the Sexes challenges over the weekend.
See all of this year's Celebrity Big Brother housemates:
Amanda Barrie
Amanda Barrie is an English actress who is best known for playing the role of Alma Sedgewick in Coronation Street. She has played a number of iconic female characters throughout her career, making her a national treasure.
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Andrew Brady
Andrew Brady appeared on the 13th series of The Apprentice and describes himself as "flirty, funny and sometimes offensive".
Amanda Barrie
Amanda Barrie is an English actress who is best known for playing the role of Alma Sedgewick in Coronation Street. She has played a number of iconic female characters throughout her career, making her a national treasure.
Ann Widdecombe
Ann Widdecombe is a former Conservative Party politician, author and owner of many controversial opinions and beliefs. In 2010 Ann retired from politics and set her sights on stardom, appearing on Strictly Come Dancing and most recently, starring in pantomime.
Ashley James
Ashley James rose to fame after appearing on Made In Chelsea, she is now a social influencer, DJ and TV presenter.
India Willoughby
India Willoughby is Britain's first transgender television newsreader and the first trans panellist on Loose Women. Born as Jonathan Willoughby, she began her career on ITV in 2000.
Jess Impiazzi
Glamour model Jess Impiazzi has appeared in The Only Way is Essex and Ex on the Beach. She has also worked as an actress appearing in the film Dangerous Game.
Maggie Oliver
Maggie Oliver is a former Detective Constable with the Greater Manchester Police. Since leaving the force she has appeared on Loose Women and Lorraine.
Malika Haqq
Best friend of Khloe Kardashian, Malika Haqq is a reality TV star in her own right. As well as appearing in Keeping Up With The Kardashians she has appeared in the series' spin-off Dash Dolls.
Rachel Johnson
Journalist and author Rachel Johnson is the sister of Boris Johnson. She has written multiple novels and is a regular guest on a number of TV programmes.
Wayne Sleep OBE
Wayne Sleep OBE is a British dancer and famous for being the shortest male dancer to be admitted to the Royal Ballet School. As well as dancing he has appeared in I'm A Celebrity Get me Out of Here, Celebrity Masterchef and Celebrity Come Dine With Me.
Shane Lynch
Shane Lynch is known for being a member of Boyzone, however he has also appeared in The Games, Celebrity Masterchef and the celebrity version of Love Island.
Jonny Mitchell
Former Love Island star Jonny Mitchell appeared in the third series of the TV show. He has recently launched his own Foreign Exchange Company.
Ginuwine
American singer and songwriter Ginuwine is best known for his multi-platinum single 'Pony' released in 1996.
Daniel O'Reilly
Known as the controversial comedian Dapper Laughs, Daniel decided last year he would start working a fresh under this own name.
John Barnes
Former England footballer John Barnes was the first male housemate to be confirmed. As well as being a footballer he is also known for his rap on New Order's song 'World In Motion.
Shane Jenek AKA Courtney Act
Shane Jenek AKA Courtney Act is best known for appearing on Australia Idol and RuPaul's Drag Race. He also appeared in Little Mix's 'Power' music video.
Andrew Brady
Andrew Brady appeared on the 13th series of The Apprentice and describes himself as "flirty, funny and sometimes offensive".
Amanda Barrie
Amanda Barrie is an English actress who is best known for playing the role of Alma Sedgewick in Coronation Street. She has played a number of iconic female characters throughout her career, making her a national treasure.
Ann Widdecombe
Ann Widdecombe is a former Conservative Party politician, author and owner of many controversial opinions and beliefs. In 2010 Ann retired from politics and set her sights on stardom, appearing on Strictly Come Dancing and most recently, starring in pantomime.
Ashley James
Ashley James rose to fame after appearing on Made In Chelsea, she is now a social influencer, DJ and TV presenter.
India Willoughby
India Willoughby is Britain's first transgender television newsreader and the first trans panellist on Loose Women. Born as Jonathan Willoughby, she began her career on ITV in 2000.
Jess Impiazzi
Glamour model Jess Impiazzi has appeared in The Only Way is Essex and Ex on the Beach. She has also worked as an actress appearing in the film Dangerous Game.
Maggie Oliver
Maggie Oliver is a former Detective Constable with the Greater Manchester Police. Since leaving the force she has appeared on Loose Women and Lorraine.
Malika Haqq
Best friend of Khloe Kardashian, Malika Haqq is a reality TV star in her own right. As well as appearing in Keeping Up With The Kardashians she has appeared in the series' spin-off Dash Dolls.
Rachel Johnson
Journalist and author Rachel Johnson is the sister of Boris Johnson. She has written multiple novels and is a regular guest on a number of TV programmes.
Wayne Sleep OBE
Wayne Sleep OBE is a British dancer and famous for being the shortest male dancer to be admitted to the Royal Ballet School. As well as dancing he has appeared in I'm A Celebrity Get me Out of Here, Celebrity Masterchef and Celebrity Come Dine With Me.
Shane Lynch
Shane Lynch is known for being a member of Boyzone, however he has also appeared in The Games, Celebrity Masterchef and the celebrity version of Love Island.
Jonny Mitchell
Former Love Island star Jonny Mitchell appeared in the third series of the TV show. He has recently launched his own Foreign Exchange Company.
Ginuwine
American singer and songwriter Ginuwine is best known for his multi-platinum single 'Pony' released in 1996.
Daniel O'Reilly
Known as the controversial comedian Dapper Laughs, Daniel decided last year he would start working a fresh under this own name.
John Barnes
Former England footballer John Barnes was the first male housemate to be confirmed. As well as being a footballer he is also known for his rap on New Order's song 'World In Motion.
Shane Jenek AKA Courtney Act
Shane Jenek AKA Courtney Act is best known for appearing on Australia Idol and RuPaul's Drag Race. He also appeared in Little Mix's 'Power' music video.
Andrew Brady
Andrew Brady appeared on the 13th series of The Apprentice and describes himself as "flirty, funny and sometimes offensive".
With the women winning the challenge it was up to them to decide who would leave by the back door, without the cheering crowd of fans.
And after some deliberation model Malika Haqq said, "I have to speak for the women. This is not easy for us at all. With the heaviest heart, we have to say goodbye to John Barnes."
She went on to explain that they thought Daniel should still have a shot at winning the series.
However, a number of fans weren't happy at the result and vented their frustrations on social media, one called it an 'absolute joke', with another saying 'John didn't deserve that exit'.
Another fan took to social media to say how 'noble' John was, when he found out he was being evicted. One user simply said, '#CBB John is so noble.'
John Barnes joins the growing list of celebrities who have been evicted in the 21st series of the show. The first person to be evicted was India Willoughby, and last week we saw a double eviction of Maggie Oliver and Rachel Johnson, after a nominations twist which kept viewers guessing for most of the week.
In other Celebrity Big Brother news last week some eagle-eyed viewers noticed some 'secret' areas of the house. The unexplained garden area seems to be some kind of studio connected to the smoking area.
Our friends at heat magazine have approached Channel 5 to find out more.
