Chelsie Baham Wins Big Brother Season 26

Chelsie Baham has been crowned the winner of Big Brother America Season 26, taking home a $750,000 prize after a unanimous jury vote during the finale aired on October 13. She triumphed over fellow contestants Makensy 'Mj' Manbeck and Cam Sullivan-Brown, with Makensy's decision to take Chelsie to the final two being heavily criticized as a pivotal mistake. The finale, which lasted two hours, also saw Tucker Des Lauriers winning America's Favorite Houseguest, earning a $50,000 reward. While many fans celebrated Chelsie's strategic gameplay and strong alliances, opinions were divided online, with some criticizing her for not making bold moves throughout the season. The season is noted for its unpredictability and has been recognized as one of the best in recent years. Chelsie's win marks a historic moment as she becomes the first woman to win unanimously in the show's history.