Meet the Cast of ‘Big Brother’ 2025

CBS has released the 16 houseguests that will move into the “Big Brother” house for an unforgettable summer.

On July 8, the network shared the 16 houseguests who are ready to compete, form alliances and possibly stab each other in the back when the show returns for Season 27. Among the cast are a gamer, bridal consultant, AI consultant and aura painter who are all hoping to outlast the rest and win the grand prize of $750,000.

Last week, the show revealed in a press release that the 90-minute premiere, which airs Thursday, July 19 at 8 p.m. ET/PT, will feature the arrival of a “mystery houseguest.”

Although CBS is still keeping the player’s identity a secret, the network revealed that it will be dropping hints about the 17th houseguest on the show’s Instagram account over the next two days.

Host Julie Chen Moonves described the unknown player as “very polarizing” in a recent interview with Entertainment Weekly. She anticipated “a strong reaction in both directions for this mystery houseguest.”

The introduction of the mystery houseguest isn’t the only twist that viewers will see unfold during the premiere. “A masked visitor” and “a secret accomplice” will make an appearance as well, according to a previous press release.

Chen Moonves spoke more about what fans can expect this season in a premiere preview shared with the cast announcement.

“Welcome to ‘BB 27!’” she says before the camera pans to show the newly designed “Big Brother” house, which is being referred to as “Hotel Mystère” this season. “We’re celebrating 25 years of ‘Big Brother’ with the biggest season yet.”

“Our mystery-themed house has secrets,” she adds.

Chen Moonves then highlights some additions to the house, like bunkbeads, two lounges and a “venom bar.” She also confirmed that the “BB AI Arena” — a new competition that was introduced last season allowing players to save themselves from the block on eviction night — is returning.

Following the premiere, there will be another 90-minute episode of “Big Brother” on Sunday, July 13 at 8 p.m. ET/PT. Then, the live feeds will begin at 9:30 on Paramount+* and Pluto TV.

So, before a summer of live feed watching, blindsides and twists kicks off, get to know “Big Brother” Season 27 houseguests, below.

Meet the ‘Big Brother’ 2025 cast

Adrian Rocha

Age: 23

Hometown: San Antonio, Texas

Occupation: Carpenter

Amy Bingham

Age: 43

Hometown: Stockton, California

Occupation: Insurance agent

Ashley Hollis

Age: 25

Hometown: Chicago, Illinois

Current City: New York, New York

Occupation: Attorney

Ava Pearl

Age: 24

Hometown: Long Island, New York

Current City: New York, New York

Occupation: Aura painter

Cliffton ‘Will’ Williams

Age: 50

Hometown: Wallace, South Carolina

Current City: Charlotte, North Carolina

Occupation: College sports podcaster

Isaiah ‘Zae’ Frederich

Age: 23

Hometown: Paducah, Kentucky

Current City: Provo, Utah

Occupation: Salesperson

Jimmy Heagerty

Age: 25

Hometown: Sarasota, Florida

Current City: Washington, D.C.

Occupation: AI consultant

Katherine Woodman

Age: 23

Hometown: Gwinnett County, Georgia

Current City: Columbia, South Carolina

Occupation: Fine dining server

Keanu Soto

Age: 33

Hometown: Miami, Florida

Current City: McKinney, Texas

Occupation: Dungeon master

Kelley Jorgensen

Age: 29

Hometown: Burbank, South Dakota

Occupation: Web designer

Lauren Domingue

Age: 22

Hometown: Lafayette, Louisiana

Occupation: Bridal consultant

Mickey Lee

Age: 35

Hometown: Jacksonville, Florida

Current City: Atlanta, Georgia

Occupation: Event curator

Morgan Pope

Age: 33

Hometown: Palm Springs, California

Current City: Los Angeles, California

Occupation: Gamer

Rylie Jeffries

Age: 27

Hometown: Luther, Oklahoma

Occupation: Professional bull rider

Vince Panaro

Age: 34

Hometown: West Hills, California

Occupation: Unemployed

Zach Cornell

Age: 27

Hometown: Cartersville, Georgia

Occupation: Marketing manager