Benedict Garrett

Benedict, 32, is a porn actor, foster parent and former teacher.

Benedict has taught Politics, RE, Sociology, German, History, French and Geography but was suspended from his last teaching job in 2010 when it was revealed that he was a stripper and had worked in porn.

He defended himself against the accusations of improper conduct at a General Teaching Council hearing; he can return to teaching in two years and remains a proud spokesperson for the porn industry.

Benedict lives with his 18-year-old foster son whom he says has given his life worth. He is a former student of his.

In the Big Brother house, Benedict says he would hate to find himself in a house with very loud or very laddish people with "lots to prove but nothing to say". He thinks he has a good chance of winning the show but knows that some will hate the teacher side of his personality.