There is no getting away from it, Big Brother has lost a fantastic housemate. Lydia was only just starting to show us what she could do when the rug was pulled from under her and Big Brother howed her the door.

Prior to Lydia's eviction, the day was largely dominated by housemates dolling themselves up for the evening with the dolling up dominated by Deana's rollers - Big Brother actually had to tell her to take them out to ensure she was ready to sit on the sofa and face her fate.

Big Brother got the housemates to clean the House by making the job into a task. Smart move. Adam was appointed drill sergeant, whipping the housemates into shape and getting Becky, Sara and Caroline to do press-ups as punishment for slacking. To reward them for their hard work, BB promised the housemates music and booze post-eviction.

Lydia made a gracious exit from the House, leaving housemates to congratulate Deana, but also lament the soon to be Mrs Andy Scott Lee's loss. Conor revealed ASL's identity and Luke S explained who he was. As ever, it didn't take much to distract them from the topic of their most recently departed and tonight there was a party to be had.

With the shin-dig in full swing BB called housemates to the sofa. Scott and Deana had been nattering about noms. Music was switched off and the beloved table football confiscated. Scott entertained us with his over-the-top response to the news.

As the night drew to a close, Lushleigh had a meltdown but harmony was restored after a chat and a snuggle.

The House is facing its first day without Lydia. We think her absence will most definitely be felt.