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‘Big Brother’ winner Jag Bain returned to the show, and fans were united in their response

Former winners Jag Bains, Taylor Hale, and Cody Calafiore will join host Julie Chen Moonves to discuss key moments from ‘Big Brother’ Season 26

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: In an exciting development for 'Big Brother' Season 26, the show will feature a special episode spotlighting past winners Jag Bains, Taylor Hale, and Cody Calafiore.

This episode, set to replace a regular broadcast on August 13, will offer a reflective look at the current season and unveil a new game twist. Former winners Jag Bains, Taylor Hale, and Cody Calafiore will join host Julie Chen Moonves to discuss key moments from the ongoing season and share their insights.

In addition to the discussion, the episode will introduce a new twist, building on the earlier AI-related twist. While the details of this new twist are being kept under wraps until the episode airs, it has nonetheless been met with disappointment by many fans.

Viewers have criticized the decision to spotlight past winners so early in the season, arguing that it shifts the focus away from the current houseguests and their ongoing game. Additionally, some fans have expressed disappointment with the return of former winner Jag Bains, deeming it a 'waste of time.'

On X, one fan wrote, "I do not want to see Jag on my screen again so I will not be watching that special episode." Another fan added, "How the f**k you gon have a special about the wildest blowups biggest moves & most jaw-dropping moments of season 26 so far, yet the people breaking it down are not entertaining nor involved in any of the same moments in their OWN seasons? That math not mathing." 

One critic noted, "Ik I'm already going to love what Taylor says. Jag and Cody though? Where is Josh Martinez, our chaotic winner?" "Definitely not looking forward to seeing Jag on this show in any way, shape, or form. Like stay the F away man…," added another.

Who got eliminated in the last episode of 'Big Brother' Season 26?

Lisa Weintraub was eliminated from 'Big Brother 26' last week following a dramatic series of events. Initially, Kenney Kelley won the Power of Veto, which allowed him to save himself from the block. Head of Household Chelsie Baham then nominated Tucker Des Lauriers as a replacement, as Tucker volunteered for the nomination. Consequently, Lisa, Tucker, and Angela Murray were left as the final nominees for eviction.

Tucker won a crucial A.I. Arena challenge, ensuring his safety and leaving Lisa and Angela to face the vote. The situation was tense, as Lisa and Angela had been involved in several confrontations, with Angela facing accusations of bullying.

When the voting took place, the houseguests overwhelmingly chose to evict Lisa, with 11 votes against her and only one vote for Angela. Lisa was shocked by the outcome, feeling misled and believing that Angela should have been the target instead. Her elimination elicited a mixed reaction from both the remaining houseguests and viewers.

Who is nominated this week on 'Big Brother' Season 26?

In the recent episode of 'Big Brother Season 26,'  the nominees for eviction are Angela Murray, Kenney Kelley, and Tucker Des Lauriers. Tucker, who won the Power of Veto, used it to save Angela. As a result,Cedric Hodges, the current Head of Household, replaced Angela with Makensy Manbeck. With Makensy now on the block and having used her 'America's Veto,' the final nominee will be decided by America's vote.

'Big Brother' Season 26 is available to stream on Sundays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays on CBS at 9 pm ET.