TOWIE's scandalous start - Big Brother star claimed TV execs 'stole' his cast and idea - Graham Atki

Author : Graham Atkins Solicitor | Published On : 25 Feb 2026

Brian Belo's claim against Lime and ITV is totally without foundation and will be vigorously defended.

"The creative team at Lime Pictures is very proud of TOWIE, and the notion that it was not entirely their own work is a serious allegation which is completely refuted."

While Brian's lawyer Graham Atkins was 'delighted', the same couldn't be said for Judge Peter Smith.

"I express my disappointment," he said, adding, "I was looking forward to trying this case.”

Reference Post: https://www.mirror.co.uk/3am/celebrity-news/towies-scandalous-start-big-brother-22623243