‘Big Brother’ Celebrates 25 Years as CBS Summer Fixture

CBS’s summer reality franchise “Big Brother” reaches its 25-year milestone this week, marking a quarter-century since the series premiered on 5 July 2000. Over 27 regular seasons, the show has broadcast more than 800 episodes, generated three celebrity editions and a streaming spin-off, and helped cement the network’s dominance in unscripted programming during the US summer schedule. To commemorate the anniversary, host Julie Chen Moonves selected her 25 most memorable moments for a retrospective published on 5 July. Entertainment outlets compiled additional rankings and oral histories that revisit headline-making episodes such as surprise evictions, on-air birthdays and the Season 8 funeral twist. The tributes underscore the programme’s cultural imprint and steady ratings draw despite fierce competition from newer reality formats. While CBS has not yet announced details for a 28th season, producers have indicated that the franchise will continue its annual run, supported by a loyal fan base and the broadcaster’s multi-platform distribution on linear TV and Paramount+.