With news that her estranged husband Preston has returned to his ex Camille Aznar, Celebrity Big Brother star Chantelle Houghton has also reportedly found herself back in the celebrity dating pool whether she wants it or not - and she’s currently being pursued by comic-turned-TV-presenter Russell Brand.

A source told the People newspaper: “Russell won’t leave her alone. He keeps sending her texts asking for a date.”

“She is really flattered but she doesn’t want to rush into another relationship just yet. She wants time on her own to enjoy the single life. She knows what kind of reputation Russell has and doesn’t want to get involved just yet.”

Russell, who claims to have slept with Kate Moss, Kimberly Stewart and numerous Big Brother contestants as well as tabloid star Abi Titmuss, has been dating Laura Gallacher, the younger sister of TV presenter Kirsty Gallacher, since the summer while Chantelle has been single since splitting from husband Preston in June.