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60 Second Interview Jason Burrill

JASON BURRILL

WHAT WAS IT LIKE WINNING BIG BROTHER 17?

Everything I do I do to win. No one wants to come second. So, the moment I was told I had won I had two emotions. The winning which was great and secondly knowing within minutes I could finally step outside the house into normality/space/fresh air. The freedom to move around without being watched 24/7. To be able to go to the toilet and not smile at the camera looking down on you!!

WAS IT HARD LIVING IN THE HOUSE FOR 50 DAYS?

Yes! The lack of food for someone my size and sleep deprivation for almost two months whilst living with 16 strangers of all types of “personalities”, it was difficult to stay level at all times.

WHAT DID YOU MISS MOST ABOUT THE OUTSIDE WORLD?

Being totally cut off from everything and not knowing how my Dad was or my dog Clio. As soon as I walked down the steps on finals night to be greeted by Emma (Willis) I whispered in her ear “Are my Dad and Clio OK?” she said, “Yes they are both fine, don’t worry Jason just enjoy your moment.” Bless her, she’s lovely.

DID YOUR LIFE CHANGE AFTER WINNING THE SHOW?

Yes and No. When you do a show like BB people have this expectation of grandeur and fame afterwards. But unless you are a one-off character like Rylan or willing to do “ANYTHING” for press to stay relevant then once the next TV show comes on a few days later you are forgotten. It all depends how much you crave the status. I chose to step away and focus on business/charity interests and choose my opportunities carefully. I played the long game as know things can be short-lived!

WHAT IS THE BEST AND WORST THING ABOUT BEING FAMOUS?

I don’t think I’m famous, possibly just a bit more well known by some than others than I was previously, it’s an honour to get invited to charity fundraisers and just to be part of good causes. I’ve made some good friends along the way and to be able to meet and work with real famous people that I’ve admired in sport, TV and film and now, luckily, I’m honoured to call them friends. I’ve not really seen the bad side although I am fully aware there is one.

WHAT ARE YOU DOING NOW?

Still property developing plus other business interests; filming and fundraising when I can. Still growing and learning by my mistakes.

IF YOU HAD TO TAKE 3 THINGS TO A DESERT ISLAND, WHAT WOULD THEY BE?

1. Helicopter 2. Helicopter Pilot 3. Something good to read on the way home!

IF YOU COULD PERPETUATE A MYTH ABOUT YOURSELF WHAT WOULD IT BE?

Some things should last forever and others should not be perpetuated at all.

WHO WOULD PLAY YOU IN THE MOVIE VERSION OF YOUR LIFE?

Two actors I hold on high regard would be Sir Anthony Hopkins (he would Play My Dad) and Benedict Cumberbatch (My brother if I had one) but to play myself would be Dave Bautista…. I’ve known him a quite a few years now and although we are similar in many ways, he is the most humble and hardworking guy I have met in the industry. I’ve played him a few times in Marvel films and James Bond so it would be justice to reverse the roles just this once!!

WHO ARE YOUR IDEAL CELEBRITY DINNER PARTY GUESTS?

The three guys I’ve just mentioned. Or Putin and Zelensky and sort this shit out!

BEST ADVICE EVER GIVEN?

not working - get out and move onto the next thing. Give 100% in everything you do and if it doesn’t work then at least you can say you have given it your best shot.

Big Brother 17 winner Jason Burrill shot to fame after winning the reality TV Show ‘Big Brother’ in 2016. Since then, he’s forged a successful career in acting, starring in ‘The Serpent’ and being a body double in James Bond film ‘Spectre’ and ‘Guardian’s of the Galaxy’ aswell as property developing alongside his charitable work. We caught up with the big guy at Lady Wimbledon’s IWD event and quizzed him for this month’s 60 Second Interview. Enjoy.

MOST EMBARRASSING ITEM IN YOUR WARDROBE?

A size 16 clingy black dress that fits like a glove!! (It was for a Halloween Cluedo party once) HONEST!

WHAT ALL THE LADIES WANT TO KNOW, ARE YOU SINGLE?

Yes……

WHAT DO YOU LOOK FOR IN A WOMAN? Funny, loyal, respectful, not social media orientated, likes to travel, eat out but grounded, sporty and love of animals. Attractive and affectionate. (Sounds like a Tinder bio!)

WHAT DID YOU WANT TO BE GROWING UP?

Footballer, Rich or a Policeman! Played semi-pro for years and now play charity fund raising games. Still working on the rich bit! And more chance of the first two than the police force ever taking me on!! (Long story)

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