Julie Chen Moonves news
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The gist
Julie Chen Moonves hosts Big Brother's 1,000th episode on Aug 27, 2026, a first for primetime.
The milestone caps her 26-year run and tests the show's future against rivals.
Background
Julie Chen Moonves has hosted Big Brother since its first season in 2000. The show is about to air its 1,000th episode on Aug 27, 2026, making it the first primetime show to reach that milestone. The episode is expected to feature a big twist, and there has been speculation about an all-winners season. The show also faces competition from 'The Traitors' and changes like Netflix's purchase of Radford Studios, where the house is located.
How it unfolded
- 2000Julie Chen Moonves begins hosting Big Brother from its first season.
- Apr 15, 2026Julie Chen Moonves attends CBSFEST 2026-2027, celebrating CBS's fall lineup.
- Aug 21, 2026In Week 7 of Big Brother 28, Kamu is evicted by an 8-1 vote; Julie Chen Moonves hosts the live eviction.
- Aug 27, 2026Big Brother airs its 1,000th episode, becoming the first primetime show to do so.
Who’s saying what
- Host
- Julie Chen Moonves calls the 1,000th episode 'making TV history' and compares it to a high school reunion.
- Critics
- Early in her career, CBS News insiders like Andy Rooney criticized her for blurring news and entertainment.
- Fans
- Some fans are excited about the milestone, while others are wary of the promised twist, with one writer hating one of the predictions.
Still unverified
Speculation about the specific twist for the 1,000th episode and the possibility of an all-winners season are not confirmed.