‘Survivor’ star Rick Devens to compete on ‘Big Brother’ season 28 (exclusive)
'Big Brother' Season 28 blends reality TV legends with fresh faces—including a *Survivor* star and *Drag Race* all-star.
📍 The outcome
Reports confirmed that Rick Devens would compete on the twenty-eighth season of Big Brother alongside other reality television alumni. The story quieted without a definitive conclusion in the provided coverage regarding his ultimate performance in the house.
Epilogue added 41d ago, after coverage quieted.
The brief
Coverage highlights a cast blending diverse backgrounds—including an *American Idol* contestant and a *Drag Race* all-star—positioning the season as a clash of reality TV eras. Paramount Press Express and *Entertainment Weekly* lead the announcement, framing the season as a thematic collision of past, present, and future franchises. *Cosmopolitan* and KATU emphasize the star power, noting Devens’ *Survivor* legacy alongside the other high-profile additions.
Watch for: official cast reveal details, potential strategic alliances between franchise veterans and newcomers, and fan speculation about competition dynamics. Season 28’s premiere date remains unconfirmed.
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Quick answers
Is Rick Devens the first *Survivor* contestant on *Big Brother*?
Yes, according to coverage—this is the first time a *Survivor* alum will compete on *Big Brother*.
Who else is confirmed for Season 28?
Coverage names an *American Idol* contestant and a *Drag Race* all-star, but full cast details are pending.
When does *Big Brother* Season 28 premiere?
The premiere date has not been announced in the current coverage.
Who reported it (8)
- What time is the 'Big Brother' season premiere? Where to watch, more Yahoo · 45d ago
- What time is the 'Big Brother' season premiere? Where to watch, more Yahoo · 45d ago
- 'Big Brother' casts former UFC fighter on Season 28 MMA Junkie · 45d ago
- 'Big Brother' Alum Angela Murray Joins Season 28 Alongside Two 'Survivor' Players (Exclusive) Men's Journal · 45d ago
- Another ‘Survivor’ Alum Will Join Rick Devens in the ‘Big Brother’ House for Season 28 Cosmopolitan · 45d ago
- “BIG BROTHER” INTRODUCES A NEW CAST OF HOUSEGUESTS TO A GAME WHERE THE PAST, PRESENT AND FUTURE COLLIDE Paramount Press Express · 45d ago
- The 'Big Brother' 28 houseguests have an 'American Idol' contestant & 'Drag Race' All-Star KATU · 45d ago
- ‘Survivor’ star Rick Devens to compete on ‘Big Brother’ season 28 (exclusive) Entertainment Weekly · 45d ago
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