Haters say it’s a showmance – but Big Brother’s budding romance proves watching people fall in love on TV never gets old
IT is the surprise romance of the series that no Big Brother fan saw coming.
Tory-supporting Nathan - who used to work as a butler for King Charles - is hooking up with dental assistant Rosie who, if she wins, plans to give her winnings to fund her friend's IVF.
Starting off as firm friends in the house, their feelings developed last week - leading some viewers to question if the unlikely pair's intentions are genuine.
They confessed the romance was completely unexpected, with the cynics amongst us convinced they've jumped feet-first into a showmance.
Whether or not it stands the test of time or not, there's one thing for sure - we love watching people fall in love on TV.
No matter how much some may try to deny it, being part of a new couple's "journey" warms the cockles of our heart.
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That's why dating shows continue to flourish in a day and age of dwindling TV ratings - from Love is Blind to Dating Naked.
The secret to success for Nathan and Rosie - known as Baked Potato - is the unlikeliness of their relationship blossoming on the outside.
For instance, think back to the days of Chantelle Houghton and Preston to Pete Bennett and Nikki Grahame.
Baked Tattie was quick to confess her left-wing mum wouldn't approve of the dalliance.
And despite their best efforts not to pursue each other until after the show ends, they've been unable to keep their feelings under wraps.
It's this forbidden fruit-like scenario twinned with Rosie and Nathan's awkwardness that makes them the perfect TV couple.
It's undeniable that their sneaky snog last night has given this new series of Big Brother a new lease of life.
Yes, we all like to watch arguments unfold as the housemates are starved of sleep, food and their sanity.
But nothing beats watching housemates at their most vulnerable, realising they've developed feelings for someone whose path they may not have ever crossed.
Removing the barriers of opposing politics and typical social circles shows genuine attraction can flourish - albeit in an incredibly unusual circumstance.
It's refreshing in a world that's become all too used to judging a book by its cover and swiping left if the person doesn't meet specific criteria.
Big Brother's most famous romances
Grace Adams-Short and Mikey Dalton: They found love in series seven and got engaged four months later. They're still married 17 years later and share two children.
Nikki Grahame and Pete Bennett: The series seven pair's romance didn't go the distance outside of the house but their stayed close up until Nikki's tragic death.
Chanelle Hayes and Ziggy Lichman: Dubbed the "Posh and Becks of reality TV", Chanelle and Ziggy lasted just six months outside of the house after meeting in 2007.