Viewers have praised Big Brother star Zelah for his ‘kind’ and ‘calm’ reaction after he was accidentally ‘outed’ as trans in Sunday night’s episode of the show.

As the reality television show began, contestants were gathered for that night’s eviction, during which Gani became the second housemate to leave.

However, events were derailed when an over-excited Jenny described Zelah as ‘the transgender’ in front of the other housemates – some of whom were unaware that Zelah, 25, is a transgender man.

‘If I do go tonight, don’t forget about me,’ said Zelah as he addressed his housemates before the eviction – prompting a cry of ‘I’ll say, “where’s the transgender?”‘ from an oblivious Jenny.

As Zelah giggled awkwardly, some looked confused, while Charlotte took the opportunity to point out the

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