Big Brother 27 Cast: Meet the 17 Houseguests of Season 27
The 17 houseguests for Big Brother 27 include 16 new contestants and one returning player, Rachel Reilly, with the season premiering on August 7, 2025, on CBS.
Quick snapshot
- 17 total houseguests: 16 new + 1 returning (Rachel Reilly)
- Two openly LGBTQ+ houseguests: Jimmy Heagerty and Ava Pearl
- Season premiered August 7, 2025
- Age range: 22–50
- Cast revealed July 8–11, 2025 via multiple outlets
- Keanu Soto’s precise nationality and ethnicity
- Any confirmed health condition for Keanu Soto
- Which houseguest became pregnant during the season
- Winner of Big Brother 27 (still airing)
- Winner announcement expected later this season
- Further details on Keanu Soto’s background may emerge
17 total houseguests · 1 returning player · 2 out LGBTQ+ · Premiered August 7, 2025
Who are the new cast of Big Brother 27?
Full cast list
- Top row: Zach, Adrianne, Lauren, Zae, Rachel, Rylie, Katherine, Vince, Morgan
- Middle row: Ava, Will, Ashley, Kelly, Mickey
- Bottom row: Jimmy, Keanu
Bottom line: The cast features 16 new contestants and one returning player, Rachel Reilly, creating a mix of fresh faces and a veteran presence.
Who are the LGBTQ+ houseguests on Big Brother 27?
Two houseguests are openly LGBTQ+ this season.
Jimmy Heagerty
- Jimmy Heagerty is one of the out LGBTQ+ contestants (Entertainment Weekly).
- No further biographical details have been released by the network.
Ava Pearl
- Ava Pearl is the second out LGBTQ+ houseguest (Entertainment Weekly).
- Specific details about her background remain unconfirmed.
What do we know about Keanu Soto?
Nationality and ethnicity
- Keanu Soto’s nationality is listed as American on unverified fan sources.
- The Big Brother Wiki describes him as Hispanic-American (source), but CBS has not issued an official statement.
Health condition
- No official health records are public. Online searches for a “condition” do not return verified sources.
Known background
- Age: 33 (as of 2025)
- Hometown: Miami, Florida (per E! News)
- Occupation: Listed as “Dungeon Master” on some galleries, “personal trainer” on others
- Competition record: 3 Head of Household wins, 2 Power of Veto wins early in the season
What are the ages of the Big Brother 27 cast?
- The youngest houseguest is 22, the oldest is 50 (Men’s Journal).
- Complete age breakdowns are listed in the official CBS gallery.
Cast photos and bios availability
Standout houseguests and notable events
Rachel Reilly (returning player)
- Known from Big Brother 24 (Entertainment Weekly)
- Fans consider her a strong strategic player with high social capital
Pregnancy rumor
- Multiple outlets reported a houseguest became pregnant during taping (ScreenRant)
- CBS has not confirmed the identity or the event
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Frequently asked questions
How many houseguests compete in Big Brother 27?
17 total: 16 new contestants and 1 returning player (Rachel Reilly).
When does Big Brother 27 premiere?
August 7, 2025.
Where can I watch Big Brother 27?
Airs on CBS; episodes are also available on Paramount+.
What is the prize for Big Brother 27?
$750,000 grand prize.
Who is the returning player?
Rachel Reilly, from Big Brother 23 and 24.
Is Keanu Soto’s ethnicity confirmed?
No. The Big Brother Wiki calls him Hispanic-American, but CBS has not confirmed.
Editor’s note: This article prioritizes verified facts from official sources (CBS, EW) over fan speculation. Some details, notably Keanu Soto’s background, remain unconfirmed.