Big Brother Live Eviction TONIGHT: Exact Start Time + Who Goes Home?
Big Brother Season 28: Everything You Need to Know About Tonight’s Episode (August 20, 2026)
Quick Summary: We’re at the halfway point of Big Brother Season 28! Tonight’s episode (Day 45) features a crucial eviction where either MMA fighter Kamu, Haley, or "Big Brother legend" Angela will be sent home. A game-changing Diamond Power of Veto shook up the nominations last night, and tonight the nominees face a wild BB Blockbuster competition to save themselves.
When Is Big Brother On Tonight?
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Date | Wednesday, August 20, 2026 |
| Start Time | 7:00 p.m. CT (8:00 p.m. ET) |
| Duration | 1 hour |
| Channel | CBS |
| Streaming | Paramount+ (Premium plan required, $13.99/month) |
Important: The episode airs LIVE on the East Coast. If you’re on the West Coast, avoid social media if you don’t want spoilers!
What Happens in Tonight’s Episode?
Here’s the step-by-step breakdown of what to expect:
- Fallout from the Veto Meeting – The house reacts to Rick Devens’ massive move.
- Campaigning – The three nominees (Kamu, Haley, Angela) scramble for votes.
- BB Blockbuster Competition – A high-stakes physical challenge where the winner comes off the block.
- Live Vote & Eviction – The remaining houseguests vote to evict one person.
- Exit Interview – The evicted houseguest chats with host Julie Chen-Moonves.
The Big Twist: Diamond Power of Veto Explained (ELI5)
CALLOUT: THIS CHANGED EVERYTHING
What is the Diamond Power of Veto?
Think of it like a Golden Ticket + Magic Wand combined. It’s the most powerful advantage in the game.
What happened at the Veto Meeting:
- Head of Household (HOH) Yash nominated Dee, Angela, and Haley for eviction.
- Rick Devens (a Survivor legend) stood up and played his Diamond Power of Veto.
- He saved Dee (his Survivor ally).
- He named the replacement nominee: Kamu (an MMA fighter).
Why is this special?
- A regular Veto only lets you remove someone.
- The Diamond Veto lets you remove someone AND pick the replacement (usually only the HOH can do that).
- Rick essentially stole the HOH’s power for the week.
The BB Blockbuster Competition: How It Works
Tonight’s competition sounds like controlled chaos:
- The Setup: The three nominees (Kamu, Haley, Angela) are each locked inside a clear capsule.
- The Chaos: Colored balls (red and yellow) are blasted into the air inside the capsule.
- The Task: They must gather 10 red balls and 10 yellow balls and deposit them into matching colored tubes.
- The Prize: First person to finish wins safety and is removed from the eviction block.
- The Stakes: The winner is safe. The other two face the live vote.
Think of it like: A giant, high-pressure ball pit where you have to sort colors while balls are flying at your face. First one done wins!
Who Is Going Home? The Voting Situation
The Nominees (On the Block)
| Nominee | Why They’re in Danger |
|---|---|
| Kamuela "Kamu" Kirk (32, MMA Fighter) | The Target. Rick Devens put him up specifically to get him out. If he loses the Blockbuster, he’s likely gone. |
| Haley Thogmartin (29, Telemedicine Exec) | On the block for a 2nd week. She survived last week’s Blockbuster. Can she win again? |
| Angela Murray (52, Real Estate Agent / BB26 Legend) | The first "Icon" on the block. A returning player from Season 26. High threat level. |
The Two Main Alliances (Voting Blocs)
1. The "FAP" Alliance (Original Power Structure)
- Members: Yash (HOH), Drew, Barrett, Taylor, LaTrice, plus the nominees Angela & Haley.
- Plan: Vote out Kamu. They want to weaken the "Icons" (Rick & Dee) by removing their potential shield.
2. The "Mosh Pit" Alliance (New Rebellion)
- Members: Melody, Mallory, Rick Devens, Dee, Angela, Drew, Barrett.
- Idea: Keep Kamu to blindside the Icons (Rick & Dee) and take control of the game.
- Latest Update (Wednesday Night): Drew talked Melody & Mallory out of flipping. It looks like the original plan (evict Kamu) is back on.
Prediction: If Kamu loses the Blockbuster, he will almost certainly be evicted tonight. If he wins, Haley or Angela goes home (likely Haley).
Who’s Left in the House? (12 Houseguests)
The "In the House" Crew
| Name | Age | Job / Claim to Fame |
|---|---|---|
| Angela Murray | 52 | Real Estate Agent / BB26 Houseguest (Returning "Icon") |
| Barrett Pfeiffer | 27 | Jumbotron Engineer |
| Dee Valladares | 29 | Entrepreneur / Survivor 45 WINNER (Major "Icon") |
| Drew Campbell | 22 | Surgical Dental Assistant |
| Haley Thogmartin | 29 | Telemedicine Executive |
| Kamuela "Kamu" Kirk | 32 | MMA Fighter |
| LaTrice Verrett | 57 | Boutique Salesperson |
| Mallory Aurichio | 24 | Rocket Scientist |
| Melody Morris | 24 | Corporate Game Show Host |
| Rick Devens | 42 | Former News Anchor / Survivor Legend (Seasons 38 & 50) |
| Taylor Brown | 27 | Elementary School Counselor |
| Yash Patel | 24 | Financial Analyst / Current HOH |
The Evicted (First 5 Weeks)
- Ashley Trail (Week 1, 14-0 vote)
- Rome Seymour (Week 2, 12-1 vote)
- Jason De Puy (Week 3, 12-0 vote)
- Lyric Medeiros (Week 4, 8-3 vote)
- Chuk Anyanwu (Week 5, 9-1 vote) ← Just left last week!
What About Double Eviction?
Not yet! Here’s the timeline:
- Jury Phase hasn’t started yet. The evicted houseguests so far just go home.
- Next eviction (after tonight) could be the first Jury member.
- Double Eviction (two people out in one night) usually happens early in the Jury phase.
- Best Guess: With a larger cast (16 starters), expect a 9-person Jury. Double Eviction likely in ~3 weeks (mid-September).
- Official Date: Not announced yet. Julie Chen-Moonves will surprise the houseguests live.
How to Watch Live
| Option | Cost | Details |
|---|---|---|
| CBS (Over-the-Air / Cable) | Free / Cable Sub | Live at 8/7c. Best for East/Central time zones. |
| Paramount+ with SHOWTIME | $13.99/month | Live stream (East Coast feed) + On-demand next day. Required for live feeds / West Coast live viewing. |
| Paramount+ Essential | $7.99/month | NO live CBS stream. You get the episode the next day. |
Pro Tip: If you want to watch the Live Feeds (24/7 cameras in the house), you must have the Premium ($13.99) Paramount+ plan.
Summary: The State of the Game at the Halfway Point
- Week 6 of 12. Exactly halfway.
- Major Power Shift: Rick Devens (Survivor Icon) used the Diamond Power of Veto to save Dee (Survivor Winner) and target Kamu (MMA Fighter).
- Tonight’s Episode: BB Blockbuster (ball-sorting in a capsule) → Live Vote → Eviction.
- Likely Outcome: Kamu goes home unless he wins the Blockbuster.
- Alliances Shifting: The "Mosh Pit" tried to flip the vote to keep Kamu, but Drew (playing both sides) shut it down.
- Jury Phase Looming: The next person out might be the first Juror.
FAQ: Your Big Brother Questions Answered
1. What does "HOH" mean?
Head of Household. The weekly winner of a competition who gets a private bedroom, safety for the week, and the power to nominate two (or three) people for eviction.
2. What is the "Jury"?
Once the game reaches a certain point (usually final 9 or 10), evicted houseguests don’t go home. They move to a separate house called the Jury House. They watch the game and ultimately vote for the winner on the finale night.
3. What is the "BB Blockbuster"?
A special, usually high-energy competition played by the nominees. The winner comes off the block (safety), and the HOH must name a replacement nominee. It adds a massive layer of chaos to the standard week.
4. Who is Julie Chen-Moonves?
The host of Big Brother since Season 1 (2000). She hosts the live eviction episodes, interviews the evicted houseguest, and guides the live competitions.
5. Can I watch past seasons?
Yes! All past seasons of Big Brother (US) are available to stream on Paramount+. It’s a great way to learn the game’s history and see why players like Rick Devens and Dee Valladares are called "Icons."
Enjoy the episode! The halfway point is always where the game gets really interesting.