LaToya Jackson's emotional exit

Thursday, 22 January 2009

LaToya Jackson said appearing on 'Celebrity Big Brother' was "the best experience" of her life.

The star was evicted from the show along with Scottish politician Tommy Sheridan in a double exit last night (21.01.09).

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Although she admitted she had enjoyed her time in the house because it had helped her become more confident, LaToya was disappointed not to win.

After getting a rapturous reception from the waiting crowd, LaToya - the sister of Michael Jackson - told host Davina McCall: "For me to get out of that shell to speak to people, I did it. I just hate being so shy and I hoped this would help me break out - and it did.

"Everybody wanted to win, I did too, yes of course. I've been in the house a long time.

"It's taught me to be a bit more open with strangers. It teaches you to be more outgoing and have more of a conversation and that's what I did."

In contrast to LaToya's reception, Tommy was greeted by a hostile crowd but ignored their boos and jeers.

In his exit interview, the outspoken politician tipped 'Austin Powers' actor Verne Troyer to win the show tomorrow (23.01.09).

He said: "I think the mix in the house was fantastic. There was a great dynamic there and mostly it was just very friendly. I definitely hope to stay in touch with Terry Christian, Coolio and Verne.

"Verne's my favourite and I hope he wins. He might be a little man but he's got a lot of courage. From my point of view I'd love him to win."

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