Big Brother 27 Ends With Surprise Winner Morgan Pope, Season 28 Expected Summer 2026

Big Brother Season 27, themed "Hotel Mystère," concluded with Ashley Hollis winning the grand prize after a dramatic finale where Morgan Pope, considered one of the best players to never win, faltered in the final Head of Household competition. The season featured the surprise return of Big Brother legend Rachel Reilly, whose presence significantly influenced the game's dynamics before her controversial elimination. Fans anticipate Big Brother 28, expected to premiere in summer 2026 with Julie Chen Moonves returning as host, although official renewal and cast details remain unconfirmed. Reilly will also guest star on CBS's The Bold and the Beautiful, further bridging her reality TV fame with scripted television. The show maintains strict rules for houseguests, including limited smoking areas, enforced isolation from the outside world, and restrictions on communication to heighten tension and drama. These elements combine to keep the series engaging despite critiques of some gameplay and twist implementations in the recent season.