It will surprise many royal followers that among the reality TV stars and actors of this year's Celebrity Big Brother, going into the house is a millionaire with some serious royal connections - a blood relation, in fact.
Princess Kate's uncle Gary Goldsmith, the younger brother of her mother Carole Middleton, is set to appear on the cult ITV reality show alongside music mavens Sharon Osbourne and Louis Walsh, as well as 2022 Love Island winner Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu and OG Real Housewife of Cheshire Lauren Simon.
© Ray BurmistonBut before he entered the iconic Big Brother house, the 58-year-old businessman resided in the party capital of Europe in an impressive Ibizan mansion.
© ShutterstockThe CBB star lived with his daughter Tallulah, now 21, whom he was seen walking arm-in-arm with into the 2017 wedding of the Princess' sister Pippa Middleton.
© GettyIn 2013 the reality TV star invited HELLO! into his Ibiza home. Take a look at the best photos of the impressive property…
© Tony Ward/HELLO!The exterior
Before stepping inside Gary's mansion, you can't help but admire its exterior. As you would imagine for a home in such sunny climes the abode is made from neutral stone with an incredible balcony that no doubt offers insane views.
© Tony Ward/HELLO!The open-plan downstairs
Take a step inside and you will see the open-plan downstairs. The businessman, who made his fortune in the recruitment sector, has designed a space with granite flooring that is typical of a holiday home with mahogany double doors that open out to the garden. The eagle-eyed amongst us will notice the grand piano that accessorizes the space.
© Tony Ward/HELLO!The living room
Another angle of the downstairs revealed the relaxing living room. The space is home to an L-shaped striped sofa and a red and cream checked rug which break up the neutral walls and stone pillars. There are several sets of double doors in the home leading to the outdoors which make the room feel light and airy.
© Tony Ward/HELLO!The bedroom
Gary added a pop of colour to the home in the bedroom. Though the mahogany features carry up from downstairs, added interest has been added through the red bedding and unexpected zebra print rug.
© Tony Ward/HELLO!The dining room
The area where the family can enjoy a home-cooked meal is equally calming in aesthetic. The main feature dominating the space is a deep wood rectangular dining table with white chairs surrounding it. Dimension has been added to the room with a coordinating mahogany unit and the red drapes.
© Tony Ward/HELLO!The bathroom
The bathroom feels like a continuation of the downstairs aesthetic in terms of tone. The space is fit for a 2000s spa with its checked tiles and square brown bathtub.
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