Rodrigo Alves, also known as 'Human Ken Doll' has apologised for his use of the N-word on Celebrity Big Brother, explaining that being of black heritage himself, and having English as his second language, meant he didn't realise how offensive the term is.

Speaking exclusively to MailOnline, the 35-year-old plastic surgery enthusiast insisted that he is not racist, and meant no malice with his words.

Rodrigo, who received a formal and final warning for declaring 'I prefer n***** boys' during a chat about his type of men in the CBB house, revealed: 'I made a huge mistake when I was in the Celebrity Big Brother house, but I am most definitely not a racist.'

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Sorry: Rodrigo Alves, also known as 'Human Ken Doll' has apologised for his use of the N-word on Celebrity Big Brother, explaining that he didn't realise how offensive the term is

The TV personality - who is of mixed race heritage - explained: 'In Brazil, I was bought up in a multicultural, multiracial society. I am very proud of my Latino and black heritage.'

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He added: 'English is not my first language. Through my Brazilian upbringing, my black family members and street/hip hop music in Brazil I was not naturally conditioned against the word.

'I was naive not to realise how offensive what I said is in English speaking countries, and what that word represents in terms of the horrific and sustained human rights abuses against black people over many generations.

'For this, I offer my sincerest and heartfelt apologies for any offence I may have caused. Racism is a state of mind often manifesting itself in abusive language. In my case, my use of a particular word has been used to portray me as having a mindset that I don't have and never have had.'

Reprimanded: Rodrigo received a formal and final warning for declaring 'I prefer n***** boys' during a chat about his type of men in the CBB house

Rodrigo - who was later removed from the house for a 'serious incident' according to CBB bosses, whilst he claims he left on his accord - added: 'I used an expression frequently used in Brazil that describes a particular look because I could not find the right words in the English language.

'Channel 5 could have chosen not to broadcast the footage and I am surprised they did. However, it was me that made the mistake and me who will take responsibility for it.

'I can only assure people that I understand the offence I caused; that it was not intentional; and apologise. It won’t happen again.'

Apologising: Speaking exclusively to MailOnline, the 35-year-old plastic surgery enthusiast insisted that he is not racist, and meant no malice with his words

Rodrigo's shocking slur came as he was talking to Bad Girls Club star Natalie Nunn and Gabby Allen about his relationship status, before saying: 'I prefer n**** boys!'

The scene then cut to Rodrigo being spoken to by Big Brother the following day, as they gave him a formal and final warning.

Rodrigo admitted: 'I do understand. Last night I was very excited to be here, and I had quite a lot to drink, and I was intoxicated. I was drunk. In fact I was very drunk, and today I'm very hungover, I've been drinking a lot of water.

'I obviously regret that, the fact that I used the N-word. That was not necessary at all. It was just excitement, I'd had quite a lot to drink.'

Shocking: Rodrigo's shocking slur came as he was talking to Bad Girls Club star Natalie Nunn and Gabby Allen about his relationship status, before saying: 'I prefer n**** boys!'

Rodrigo is now said to have been banned from the Celebrity Big Brother final after he was reportedly removed from the house because of a 'serious inappropriate incident'.

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He was ejected from the house in an abrupt, non-televised manner two weeks ago and is said to have no future involvement in the series.

According to The Sun, bosses have decided Rodrigo won't be invited to the wrap party or make an appearance on CBB's spin-off show, Bit On The Side.

A source told the publication: 'Rodrigo won't be invited to the Big Brother final and he certainly wouldn't be allowed in if he tried to turn up. He also won't be going to the big wrap party.

'Once you're out, you're out and the doors are shut. It's the same with BOTS, he will never appear on there.'

Removed: Rodrigo is now said to have been banned from the Celebrity Big Brother final after he was reportedly removed from the house because of a 'serious inappropriate incident'

Red carpet ready: Rodrigo has no plans to attend the CBB final on Monday as he is currently in Italy for Venice Film Festival (pictured at the Vox Lux screening on Tuesday)

Rodrigo previously told MailOnline upon his exit that it was his own choice to leave.

The Sun also claimed: 'Rodrigo behaved seriously inappropriately inside the house. It came to the attention of producers who watched the footage back.

'After a discussion they decided the only course of action would be to remove him from the house. Producers wanted minimum disruption to the show after making their decision.'

Off the show: Rodrigo was ejected from the house in an abrupt, non-televised manner two weeks ago and is said to have no future involvement in the series

The Brazilian TV personality hit back at critics as the rumours have continued to circulate after his shock departure.

A show insider exclusively revealed to MailOnline on Sunday the Human Ken Doll suffered a 'meltdown' after entering the Diary Room, where he was last seen heading.

What went on in the room was supposedly too much to be explained or shown on the show, and Rodrigo had to leave immediately.

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Rodrigo has no plans to attend the CBB final on Monday as he is currently in Italy for Venice Film Festival will then be at Milan Fashion Week.

Loving life: Rodrigo is currently attending Venice Film Festival and will later be heading to Milan Fashion Week

Chirpy: Rodrigo seemed in great spirits as he attended the screening of the film Vox Lux competing in the Venezia 75 section