Big Brother contestant Tim Culley has been having a tough time in the TV house this week.

The 23-year-old son of Upton landlord Neil Culley became the source of much humour when he was caught on camera shaving his chest while lying in bed.

Tim was then forced to hide quickly under his covers when he heard someone coming into the room.

As a result, TV presenters including Graham Norton have been revelling in the discovery that that the former Malvern College student is really a natural redhead.

Things can only get worse for Tim as his hair grows, unless he is harbouring a plan to keep eyes peeled while his housemates unravel the truth.

All in all, despite escaping nomination for eviction this week, Tim has not made a big impact and has struggled to fit in.

Separated this week from his only ally Alex, Tim has made little effort to forge bonds with 'poor' housemates Jonny, Sophie and Kate.

Sophie confessed during a late-night gossip that she does not think Tim has any time for her, saying: "I've given up trying now."

Tim is probably hopeful of being on the same side as Alex next week, but either way the business finance graduate's chances for the long haul look bleak.

n If you're a Big Brother fan and have been following Tim's performance in the house with dismay or delight the Malvern Gazette & Ledbury Reporter would like to know. Reporter Ally Hardy is keeping her eye on Big Brother III and can be contacted by email on ally.hardy@newsquestmidlands.co.uk.