Big Brother house in lockdown after fans ‘throw tennis balls’ over security fence

| Live News reporter Published September 22, 2026 7:37am Updated September 22, 2026 7:56am Housemates were ordered to go back inside the house while security checks were made (Picture: Shutterstock) The Big Brother house has been thrown into lockdown after fans reportedly threw tennis balls over the garden walls. Housemates were ordered to wait inside after the major security breach while security teams swept the site. The tennis balls were deemed a potential security risk as producers for the ITV2 show did not know what they contained. A source told The Sun: ‘The housemates were rushed into the house as tennis balls began flying over the compound walls and into the garden.’ ‘Producers leapt into action and ordered them into the house and locked the doors. ‘The housemates are on lockdown as the teams secure the site.’ Tennis balls were reportedly thrown over the garden walls (Picture: Shutterstock) This comes after one of the ‘biggest rows ever’ was seen when new arrivals Jedward clashed with Lynx. The Irish models and musicians, who first appeared on Celebrity Big Brother in 2011, are back in the civilian house this year. However, the duo clashed with Rhianna over her relationship with Omar and Lynx, who is smitten with Chelsea. In a clip, John told them: ‘Yous aren’t in Love Island. Just letting yous know. For real… This is Big Brother, just always remember that.’ The brothers also told Chelsey that she needs to ‘look in the mirror’ and ask ‘Who am I?’ So far, Jedward has been causing mayhem in the Big Brother house (Picture: Shutterstock) After telling Lynx what had happened, he confronted Jedward in a hot tub, where they began to splash him with water. As he shouted, ‘Are you insane?, Lynx walked off while branding them ‘idiots’. The series, which is proving to be a hit with viewers, has also featured several other arguments. Since last weekend’s launch, a ‘fat-shaming’ row erupted between Rochelle and 19-year-old Millie. Millie discussed her gastric sleeve surgery and was told she needed to ‘put her mind to it’ about losing weight. Metro has contacted ITV and Big Brother for comment. Big Brother airs on ITV at 9pm. Deals of the Day Primark's new £14 co-ord has autumn styling on a budget covered Topman’s new-season collection has arrived and prices start at just £10 An Instagram mattress left me with back pain – this one completely changed my mind From £700 MacBooks to discounted iPhones, the best Apple tech for studentsb Save 25% on red light therapy masks, sauna blankets and sleep gadgets in Bon Charge sale Arrow MORE: Last One Laughing star reveals she got ‘so much abuse’ after ITV show Arrow MORE: The Blame fans think they’ve caught the killer in Michelle Keegan’s ‘gripping’ new drama Arrow MORE: Good Morning Britain star announces he secretly married partner after 23 years TV Newsletter Sign up and tell us which TV shows you love to watch to get personalised updates every morning.