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For much of the nation, Conservative MP Michael Fabricant is best known for his work in Parliament, and signature blond hair.
However, the flamboyant politician had previously offered insight into his attempts to find love, making a toe-curling appearance on First Dates back in 2017.
The former MP for Lichfield, 74, who made his debut on Celebrity Big Brother on Monday, admitted even he has been left 'cringing' by his stint on the show.
Michael appeared on a charity special on First Dates in aid of Stand Up To Cancer, which saw him reveal that he is looking for a woman for companionship, or 'a bit of sex maybe'.
His date then took an awkward turn when she made a joke about his blond hair, with Michael hitting back at her jibes that he was wearing a wig.
Speaking ahead of his told his date with Jan, a fantasy novelist, Michael told cameras: 'I think most people think I'm gay.
Michael Fabricant previously made a 'cringe' appearance on the Channel 4 show First Dates, where he hit back at jibes about his blond hair
The flamboyant politician has joined 12 stars in the new series of Celebrity Big Brother which kicked off on Monday night
'But when you're a Member of Parliament, if I came out and said what I am - which is probably bisexual - people would say "he's greedy, he can't make up his mind!'''
During their dinner, Jan - who did not initially recognise him - commented on Mr Fabricant's sexuality and said that 'the wig is a bit of a giveaway', before she told him to 'get rid of it'.
Michael who has previously described himself as 'not exclusively gay', appeared taken aback with her remark, and said: 'I'm not going to make personal comments about you. I think that's a rather rude thing to do in a dinner.'
Apologising, Jan said: 'I did not mean to be rude.'
Michael said: 'It's me. My hair is me, if you like it - great. If you don't - hard luck. I think making a personal remark seems rather aggressive and unpleasant, actually.'
Later during their date, Jan apologised to Mr Fabricant again, to which he replied: 'Can we not discuss hair?
'I won't discuss your breasts if you promise not to discuss my hair.'
During his appearance on the show, Michael also took to X to say that he was 'cringing with embarrassment'.
Michael appeared on a charity special on First Dates in aid of Stand Up To Cancer , which saw him reveal that he is looking for a woman for companionship, or 'a bit of sex maybe'
It was during his appearance on the show that Michael also first confessed that he was bisexual, though he did say on the show he was hoping to find love with a woman
During his appearance on the show, Michael also took to X to say that he was 'cringing with embarrassment', quipping at the time he'd 'have to resign'
He wrote: 'I will have to resign after this! And what are those red rings round my eyes [sic.]? Who did the make-up??? I think I'm going to kill myself.'
He had expressed his annoyance over comparisons between his hair and the hair of fellow MP Boris Johnson earlier in the episode.
Michael revealed: 'My sexual involvements with women have been more active than with guys. I've got plenty of male friends. I would really prefer a woman.'
Asked by Jan about previous relationships, he spoke of encounters with Westminster secretaries since becoming a Member of Parliament in 1992.
He said: 'We would get on really well, but then they would say, 'Where is this leading? We want babies, we want mortgages'.'
Following their date, the pair parted ways amicably and suggested they might meet up again as friends.
Michael has spoken about his hair once, in a 2014 interview with The Mirror, when he insisted his coiffing routine 'is a lot more complicated' than a simple hairpiece.
He said at the time: 'OK, all I will admit to is that there is some - but only some - enhancement of the follicular area.'
Since kickstarting his political career in the 1990s, Michael's hair has been a regular topic of discussion, with fellow Tory MP Huw Merriman once caught on camera saying to another colleague, 'it's definitely a wig' when sitting in Parliament.
After losing his Parliamentary seat at the most recent General Election, Michael joined 12 other housemates moving into the Celebrity Big Brother house on Monday night.
But as he joined hosts Aj Odudu and Will Best on the colourful bridge, the rowdy crowd beneath them did not seem impressed by his appearance.
He was particularly boo'd during the moments he mention his blonde locks and when he gave a shout out to his fellow Conservatives on live TV.
And the unhappy audience did not go unmissed as viewers flocked to x, formerly known as Twitter, to share their thoughts.
Posts included: 'The boos for Michael Fabricant lmao, Conservatives always get booed. But it's interesting that he's bisexual and says he's quite liberal, could he surprise us? #CBBUK #CBB'
'Love when they try to blast the music so we can't hear the boos but they're so loud you can hear them regardless #CBB #CelebrityBigBrother #CBBUK'
'They can't NOT expect boos for a Tory. #CBB #CBBUK'
'The boos fantastic #CBBUK #CBB'
'The biggest boos I've ever heard for an entrance!'
'That's not a good start to Michael's CBB journey!'
Speaking to the hosts before going into the house, Michael revealed why he wanted to be a CBB housemate.
The outspoken politics enthusiast said: 'Meeting interesting people and having good conversations.
'Having some fun and to find out what it's like being trapped with people I don't know!'
Asked how he would get on with the other celebrities, he replied: 'It's difficult to say.
'If they're bright, amusing, interesting it'll be great. I'm a light sleeper so if they have some funny nighttime habits, that could be a problem.
'So no snorers, please. I think boredom is my biggest fear - not having enough stimulation.'
Celebrity Big Brother continues on Tuesday at 9pm on ITV1 and ITVX.
CELEBRITY BIG BROTHER 2025: MEET THE LINEUP!
MICKEY ROURKE - REMOVED
AGE: 72
FAMOUS FOR: The actor and former pro boxer is one of the show's biggest ever signings and after public feuds with Robert De Niro, two marriages and a string of high profile relationships, he will be bringing plenty of drama.
DALEY THOMPSON - EVICTED
AGE: 66
FAMOUS FOR: The double Olympic gold-medallist is considered one of Britain's greatest athletes. He broke the decathlon world record four times.
PATSY PALMER - EVICTED
AGE: 52
FAMOUS FOR: It's an open secret that Patsy is leaving EastEnders, with the actress enjoying a wild leaving party this month. The Bianca Jackson star posted a snap of her character on Instagram with the caption: 'Bye bye B, always grateful to see her again.'
DONNA PRESTON
AGE: 38
FAMOUS FOR: While Donna has featured in several TV shows and movies, the comedy star is known for hosting Apocalypse and for the role of a circus Compere in 2018's Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes Of Grindelwald. She plays Den in Coronation Street, has featured in Pants On Fire in 2019 and even wrote and co-produced BBC Three's Comedy Threesomes.
CHESNEY HAWKES
AGE: 53
FAMOUS FOR: The singer topped the charts for five weeks in 1991 with his hit The One And Only, before making a string of acting and TV appearances. His arrival on CBB has been described by a TV source as 'perfect timing', as he's just released a comeback album
ANGELLICA BELL - EVICTED
AGE: 49
FAMOUS FOR: The TV presenter is said to have landed a staggering five-figure deal to appear on Celebrity Big Brother. Fans will be keen to see if the CBBC legend spills all on her untimely exit from The Martin Lewis Show - which left fans baffled back in 2023. Angellica currently co-presents Hits Radio while Fleur East is on maternity leave.
DANNY BEARD
AGE: 32
FAMOUS FOR: The RuPaul's Drag Race UK winner - whose real name is Daniel Curtis - has signed up as a late entry. Danny previously made headlines after swearing on Big Brother's Late & Live last March whilst doing an impression of housemate Louis Walsh. The incident saw the guest say the word 'c***' before immediately apologising after being informed they weren't allowed to say that on the show.
CHRIS HUGHES
AGE: 32
FAMOUS FOR: After shooting to fame on Love Island in 2017, Chris went on to become a sports presenter and regularly hosts the horse racing coverage on ITV.
JOJO SIWA
AGE: 21
FAMOUS FOR: The American singer, who shot to stardom on reality show Dance Moms, is expected to draw a big American audience. The hitmaker has made a name for herself in the U.S. pop charts and is known for her outlandish looks and being a vocal member of the LGBTQ+ community.
TRISHA GODDARD - EVICTED
AGE: 67
FAMOUS FOR: The talk show host regularly presented on ITV from 1998 to 2004 and then shifted to Channel 5 from 2004 to 2010. Trisha has been suffering horrible side effects of her chemotherapy - but has bravely battled on.
JACK P. SHEPHERD
AGE: 37
FAMOUS FOR: The actor has played David Platt in Corrie since 2000 and is following in his pal Colson Smith's footsteps by taking part in the popular reality show. He has won a string of awards for the role including Best Actor at the British Soap Awards.
ELLA RAE WISE - EVICTED
AGE: 24
FAMOUS FOR: Producers have been keen to land the TV personality, who previously dated Pete Wicks and has had an on-off romance with Dan Edgar. Bosses are hoping the TOWIE star might reveal all about some of her other famous exes.
MICHAEL FABRICANT - EVICTED
AGE: 74
FAMOUS FOR: The former Conservative politician is understood to have signed a lucrative six-figure deal to take part after political stars were banned from the broadcaster's other reality show, I'm A Celeb. He served as MP for Lichfield in Staffordshire from 1992 until his defeat in 2024 as well as vice-chairman of the party under David Cameron. But he is perhaps best known for his blond mop for which he has been widely ridiculed but previously denied is a wig.
