Big Brother 14

Big Brother 14 Premiere Date Set For July 2012

Matthew Boyer (GTP) — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 23:57:12 +0000

CBS has announced the long awaited Big Brother 14 premiere date. We can finally set our clocks to wake up from BB withdrawal hibernation and settle in for a summer of live feeds, backstabbing, lying, and everything else that makes Big Brother awesome.

The Big Brother premiere is scheduled for Thursday, July 12, 2012 at 9PM ET/PT with more episodes on Sundays and Wednesdays at 8PM ET/PT. The live feeds should go active at 10PM PT (1AM ET) following the inaugural episode that night on CBS.

Join us on Facebook, Twitter, and get our free Email Updates to have all the Big Brother 14 information sent right to you so as not to miss any preseason news and events.

There’s been no official word yet on what will be the season 14 theme for Big Brother, but with just two and a half months left we can start hoping for a few leaks here and there. Though those are often mostly bogus and end up “busted” on premiere night.

Think you’ve got what it takes to join the BB14 cast? Then you’re in luck because open call auditions continue to roll across the country and we’ve still got a few more weeks of Big Brother online applications. We want the best cast so apply already!

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Big Brother 14 Casting Events – Spring 2012 Auditions

Matthew Boyer (GTP) — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 14:00:31 +0000

Big Brother 14 casting continues with the announcement of CBS’ open casting call events. The initial list of locations and dates has been released and we’ll continue to monitor and provide the full set of details as they become available.

If you’d rather not travel and be interviewed in person then you can still submit your BB14 application online via the new Big Brother casting website.

Be sure to continue checking here on the site all preseason and join us on Facebook, Twitter, and Email Updates to get all the Big Brother 14 information sent right to you.

Update: Kassting Inc. says you’ll no longer have to bring an application to auditions.

Open call auditions list updated on 5/5/12

Big Brother 14 Casting Event dates and locations:

Los Angeles, CA – Saturday, March 31st 10AM to 1PM, The Happy Ending Bar and Restaurant, 7038 Sunset Blvd, Hollywood, CA 90028 – Map
Champaign, IL – Wednesday, April 4th 4PM to 8PM, Houlihan’s Restaurant & Bar, 1902 South 1st St., Champaign, IL 61820 – Map
Montville, CT – Thursday, April 5th 12PM to 4PM, Mohegan Sun Casino, Leffingwells Martini Bar, 1 Mohegan Sun Blvd., Montville, CT, 06382 – Map
New Orleans, LA – Friday, April 6th 5PM to 9PM, Hard Rock Cafe, 418 N Peters St., New Orleans, LA 70130 – Map
San Fransisco, CA – Saturday, April 7th 2PM to 5PM, Sugar Cafe, 679 Sutter St., San Fransisco, CA 94102 – Map
Charleston, SC – Saturday, April 7th 1PM to 4PM, Wild Wing Cafe, 644 Coleman Blvd., Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464 – Map
Boston, MA – Saturday, April 7th 12PM to 2PM, Julep Bar, 200 High St., Boston, MA 02110 – Map
Cincinnati, OH – Saturday, April 7th 4PM to 7PM, Lunar Lounge, 435 Elm St., Cincinnati, OH 45202 – Map
New York, NY – Saturday, April 14th 11AM to 1PM, Johnny Utah’s, 25 West 51st St. #3, New York, NY 10019 – Map
Dallas, TX – Saturday, April 14th 2PM to 6PM, The Fan Sports Lounge, 2990 Olive St., Dallas, TX 75219 – Map
Chicago, IL – Saturday, April 14th 12PM to 4PM, Rockit Bar & Grill, 22 West Hubbard St., Chicago, IL 60654 – Map
Scottsdale, AZ – Saturday, April 14th 4PM to 7PM, Dollhouse Lounge, 7419 E. Indian Plaza, Scottsdale, AZ 85250 – Map
Denver, CO – Saturday, April 14th 2PM to 5PM, Rock Bottom Brewery – Downtown, 1001 16th St. Unit A-100, Denver, CO 80265 – Map
Louisville, KY – Saturday, April 14th 1PM to 4PM, T.G.I.Friday’s, 415 South 4th St., Louisville, KY 40202 – Map
Tulsa, OK – Tuesday, April 17th 4PM to 8PM, Osage Casino Tulsa, 951 West 36th St. North, Tulsa, OK 74127 – Map
Odessa, TX – Saturday, April 21st 1PM to 4PM, Music City Hall – Carousel Stage, 4101 East 42nd St., Odessa, TX 79762 – Map
Columbus, GA – Saturday, April 28th 11AM to 2PM, Rivertown Ford, 1680 Whittlesey Rd., Columbus, GA 31904 – Map
Auburn, WA – Saturday, April 28th 12PM to 2PM, Muckleshoot Casino – Club Galaxy, 2402 Auburn Way South, Auburn WA 98002 – Map
Topeka, KS – Monday, April 30th 4PM to 6:30PM, Washburn University, Memorial Union, Washburn Room A, 1700 SW College Ave., Topeka, KS 66621 – Map
Atlanta, GA – Friday, May 4th 5PM to 8PM, Fado Irish Pub, 273 Buckhead Ave. NE, Atlanta, GA 30305 – Map
Boise, ID – Friday, May 4th 3PM to 6PM, Liquid Lounge, 405 South 8th St. #110, Boise, ID 83702 – Map
Laredo, TX – Friday, May 4th 6PM to 9PM, Lavish Grill & Lounge, 1701 Jacaman Rd., Laredo, TX 78405 – Map
Miami, FL – Friday, May 4th 7PM to 9PM, Cameo, 1445 Washington Ave., Miami Beach, FL 33139 – Map
Grand Junction, CO – Saturday, May 5th 10AM to 12PM, KREX-TV, 345 Hillcrest Manor, Grand Junction, CO 81501 – Map
Baton Rouge, LA – Saturday, May 5th 1PM to 3PM, Diamond Mazada, 10968 Airline Hwy., Baton Rouge, LA 70816 – Map
Pittsburgh, PA – Monday, May 7th 2PM to 8PM, The Rivers Casino, 777 Casino Dr., Pittsburgh, PA 15212 – Map
Southfield, MI – Tuesday, May 8th 4PM to 7PM, CBS 62 Studios, 26905 W. 11 Mile Rd., Southfield, MI 48033 – Map

Best of luck to all of you who attend the Big Brother casting events!

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Confessions of a Layman: How a Regular Dude Can Get Cast on Big Brother

Matt Hoffman — Mon, 02 Apr 2012 13:24:24 +0000

Continuing in our annual series of Big Brother casting tips I asked former Houseguest Matt Hoffman if he could provide any advice to the next round of applicants. What he sent back was a treasure-trove of insight and guidance that anyone considering applying should review carefully. So read on, Big Brother 14 Hopefuls, and best of luck!

Hello, Big Brother fans! It’s that time of year again – CASTING!…where, for a few of you, dreams will come true, and for the rest of you, you’ll get firsthand confirmation that you’re just not that interesting. As some of you may know, I applied for nearly every season of ‘Big Brother’ since season two before finally getting cast on the show in season 12. This fact, coupled with my proven charm and wit, has caused Big Brother Network to solicit me for an article offering my sage advice to all of you ‘Big Brother 14’ applicants.

If you’re super attractive and have skirted through life on your good looks, this write-up will not be for you. You don’t need my help. Just show up with your chiseled features, flash your dimpled smile, say a few things that aren’t really that funny but people will laugh politely at anyway because you’re so attractive, and the odds lay in your favor. I say with complete and total honesty that the winner of the season that I was on was actually asked to take his shirt off during his casting process. I’ve never worked in casting, so anything I write is pure speculation and educated assumptions through personal experience, however I can safely say that “outstanding personality” is not at the top of the list of casting requirements.

But I am here to help out the freaks and misfits like myself. We may have to work a little bit harder, but us “normal” people can still have our shot! Where card-counting gives you an edge in blackjack without officially guaranteeing you success, consider my advice the card-counting of getting cast on ‘Big Brother’. Follow my lead, and I’m not saying that you will 100% get on the show…but I can safely say that you will overcome the odds while not having to look like a supermodel.

I’ve applied no less than nine times, been to probably about six different semi-finals, and have been all the way through finals twice. So yes – I consider myself as much of an expert in ‘Big Brother’ casting as anyone outside of the “inner circle” can hope to be in their lifetime. That being said, follow these simple rules and you too can have your privacy obliterated for an entire summer.

1. YOU’RE GETTING CAST ON TV…BE A CHARACTER

Yes, ‘Big Brother’ is a reality show. I’d go so far as to say that it’s probably the most “real” of reality shows out there. But it still is a television program and, thus, it still needs “characters”… Continue Reading Part 1 >>

2. MAKE A VIDEO

I’ve never been to an open call, but I’ve heard plenty about them. And none of it really seems to win favor over applying with a video… Continue Reading Part 2 >>

3. KNOW YOU’RE GETTING ON THE SHOW, AND KNOW YOU WILL WIN

Confidence is key. Don’t be shy. Don’t be timid. Don’t be humble. This is your shot to take this thing, and you want the casting people to know that… Continue Reading Part 3 >>

4. EXAGGERATING IS NOT LYING

You should definitely exaggerate every aspect of your character. But you definitely should NOT lie about anything… Continue Reading Part 4 >>

5. BE ANNOYING

Persistence pays! How did a shifty-eyed, trollish, socially-awkward guy like myself ultimately make it onto a show catered to attractive socially-adept people?…

…The same way that myriads of unattractive dudes score hot chicks all the time – by wearing them down!… Continue Reading Part 5 >>

6. ONCE YOU MOVE ON TO THE OTHER INTERVIEW ROUNDS YOU SHOULD…

Stick with your story. Don’t forget anything you said on your video or in your open call. If you change from that “character” or “story”, you’ll be done… Continue Reading Part 6 >>

DELVE DEEPER…

What I wrote just scratches the surface of the casting process. For a more in-depth look at the detailed intricacies of HOW everything works behind the scenes of casting, check out the new book by ‘Big Brother Season 10’ winner Dan Gheesling, How To Get On Reality TV. I have read it myself, and it is definitely something that I wish I would have had when I was applying to be on the show. Also on Dan’s site is a free eBook to download with his personal casting story.

Best of luck, and I hope to be writing scathing commentary about some of you right here on Big Brother Network this summer!

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Big Brother 14 Casting Website Now Open

Matthew Boyer (GTP) — Wed, 29 Feb 2012 20:17:28 +0000

The Big Brother 14 casting website is now live! Throw those paper applications in the trash and check out these details on how to apply online for Big Brother.

The application website offers a brief form to complete with these basic instructions:

Fill out the application form in one sitting
Make sure you have a RECENT picture of yourself (no hats or sunglasses)
Make sure you have a video ready to upload that’s less than 3 mins & 30MB

You’ll have to provide easy details like your full name, address, relationship status, and familiarity with Big Brother. You’ll also get to add a short bio and when I say short I mean 70 words or less short. The video clip has to be 3 minutes or less and they even provide some excellent tips on what makes a great video.

If you’re not hip to the Internet or making videos then Big Brother 14 open call casting events will still be held. No event details have been released so far, but we’ll continue to monitor and provide information when they’re announced. Be sure to join us on Facebook, Twitter, and Email updates to receive that info sent when it’s released.

Casting indicates the deadline is set for May 11, 2012. Callbacks will be held during May and June 2012. If you don’t hear back, then get ready to apply next summer.

Will you apply for Big Brother 14? Let us know in the comments below. Best of luck!

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Big Brother 14 Application Website Early Details

Matthew Boyer (GTP) — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 15:13:50 +0000

Big Brother casting is about to experience a big change and it’s all for the better, according to the show’s casting director, Robyn Kass. Over the past few weeks Kass, the head of Kassting Inc., has been sending out Tweets about the upcoming casting and alerting us to a soon to be revealed online Big Brother application website. Luckily for everyone, Robyn agreed to share with us some initial details on the new application process and what it means for Big Brother 14 hopefuls.

So if you’re planning to apply for the BB14 season then hang on to that paper application, because it’s all about to change. Read on to find out what’s in store and when you’ll have access.

Robyn Kass on the new Big Brother casting website:

Big Brother Network: How will the new Big Brother casting site work?

Robyn Kass, Kassting Inc.: We’re still working on the finishing touches, but we’re hoping the new system will be much more user friendly than sending in a DVD. Also hoping to get more applicants this way! You will be able to fill out a small application online, upload a video to us, and the rest is history!

BBN: When will the Big Brother casting site be available?

Robyn Kass: Hoping by the beginning of March. As everyone knows, there are always glitches to be worked out, so please don’t send me hate-tweets if I’m off by a few days. :) @Kassting

Update: The Big Brother casting website is now available!

BBN: What makes the new casting site an improvement for both Big Brother applicants and your casting crew?

Robyn Kass: Big Brother casting has basically been the same for the past 13 seasons. It’s something my staff and I know like the back of our hands. Changes are always nerve-racking at the beginning, but we’re all confident it will end up being easier on the applicants and on my staff. I hear stories of people who’ve always wanted to apply, but they don’t have a video camera or the process is too long, this will open it up to all those people. Survivor and Amazing Race both started with this process and I hear it’s been great on casting!

BBN: Will Kassting Inc. still accept mailed in Big Brother applications and videos?

Robyn Kass: I think the goal is to go completely paperless. That being said, I know there are people who have already sent videos in and those will be considered as well. Once the site is up and running we’d prefer everyone apply that way.

BBN: Anxious applicants may be tempted to submit both online and by paper. Is that necessary?

Robyn Kass: No need to submit both methods. The same people will be watching both, so you’re covered either way.

BBN: Will there be any changes for finalists notification with this new system?

Robyn Kass: Semi-finalist and finalist notification will be the same. We’ll contact you if you’re moving on to the next level. I don’t have those exact dates yet.

Many thanks to Robyn Kass for taking the time to give us insight to the upcoming BB14 application process changes. We’ll continue to keep an eye out for more details and will share the news as soon as things are up and running. Get ready all you Big Brother hopefuls! Are you excited for the new casting site?

Learn more about Robyn Kass and Kassting Inc. at KasstingInc.com.

Photo credit: Carla Ray Thompson

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Big Brother 14 Casting Starts Soon

Matthew Boyer (GTP) — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 14:43:46 +0000

Big Brother 14 casting starts soon, says Big Brother casting director Robyn Kass of Kassting Inc. Robyn has announced via Twitter that we’re just weeks away from audition events being released so grab your Big Brother 14 application now:

#BB14 casting usually starts beginning of March. I’ll know more about open calls mid to late March. I’ll keep everyone filled in!

Even better news is that it looks like BB14 will have an online application option for this upcoming season! Robyn adds that they’re hard at work on staffing up for the casting process and even setting up a new casting site for online submissions. Outstanding!

We’ll continue to monitor the news for Big Brother 14 auditions and share everything we find. Be sure to join us on Facebook, Twitter, and get our email alerts so you won’t miss a single bit of Big Brother spoilers, casting news, and events all season long.

Do you plan to audition for the new season? Would you rather go in for a live casting event or submit your application online? Share your thoughts below.

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Big Brother 14 Application – Apply To Be On Big Brother

Matthew Boyer (GTP) — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 16:15:01 +0000

Big Brother 14 might not be until the summer of 2012 but if you’re outgoing enough to want to be on the next season then don’t wait! Apply now for Big Brother to enter the BB14 house when its doors open again in July 2012.

Check the Big Brother eligibility requirements first, then ~~fill out the application~~. See the Update info below.

Stay ahead of Big Brother 14 with the latest news and updates! Sign-up for the free Big Brother email updates, join us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter, get our free Big Brother app, and our BB Toolbar.

A couple of eligibility highlights to keep in mind: you must be 21 years of age at the time of application and you must be a US citizen living here in the States.

Update: Big Brother casting has released new info on BB14′s application process. Don’t submit your paper application! Instead, you need to check out all the details on the new Big Brother application website.

Full application instructions below the break:

Big Brother Application Instructions

Applications MUST be written clearly or typed and MUST be accompanied by a videotape. The videotape must meet the following restrictions:

1) Length: Maximum length is two (2) minutes. Anything over two minutes will not be considered.
2) Format: We will accept all formats with the exception of Hi-8, 8MM and Beta (VHS, mini DV, DVD are all welcome).
3) Content: Tell us who you are and why you would make the ultimate housemate on Big Brother. Be creative!
4) Deadline: There is no firm deadline at this time.

All materials you send us (including videotape and photos) will be retained by Producers and become the property of the Producers and will not be returned to you whether or not you are selected as a participant. Any expenses you incur during the application process including postage, shipping and materials preparation (videotape, photos, etc.) are your sole responsibility. Producers will not reimburse you for these expenses. Only one entry per person is allowed. All decisions of the Producers are final and absolute and not subject to inquiry.

Applications will only be considered if they are complete. Complete applications consist of the following:

1) Completed Application Form
2) Two-minute videotape labeled clearly with your name and city/region number.
3) Two color photographs of yourself, each clearly labeled on the back with your name and city/region number. One must be a close-up of your face, the other must be a full-length photo of your entire (clothed) body. Polaroids are acceptable as long as we can clearly see you.
4) Identification – Attach a copy of your driver’s license, in addition to a social security card, passport or birth certificate.

Send your application and videotape submission to the following address:

Big Brother (Region #___)
P.O. Box 520
11271 Ventura Blvd
Studio City, CA 91604

In parenthesis after “Big Brother” on the mailing label, print the region number of the city located closest to your home:

1. Los Angeles, CA
2. Charleston, SC
3. New York, NY
4. Dallas, TX
5. Cincinnati, OH
6. Tampa, FL
7. San Francisco, CA
8. Nashville, TN
9. Chicago, IL
10. New Orleans, LA
11. Atlanta, GA
12. Denver, CO
13. Louisville, KY
14. Boston, MA
15. Phoenix, AZ

Unfortunately, we will not be able verify that we have received your application. If you like, you may wish to send your application package via an expedited courier (such as Fed Ex or UPS). They will provide a tracking number that you can use to verify the receipt of your package. Producers are not responsible for lost applications.

If you are selected for an interview, you will be advised so by the Producers shortly before the interview is scheduled. If you are selected to participate in the final selection process, you will be so advised by the Producers shortly before the final selection process is scheduled.

Producers reserve the right to change the terms of the application and the production schedule at anytime. Producers reserve the right to change the eligibility requirements and any other application rules in its sole discretion at any time with or without notice on a specific, case-by-case basis or across the entire applicant pool. Producers also reserve the right to not hold any participant applicant interviews, or to modify the manner in which it conducts participant applicant interviews, or to not produce the program Big Brother at all.

Good luck!

CBS has modified the region numbers in the off-season, so always verify the information posted above against the official rules and application docs linked above.

Best of luck to anyone who applies and let us know if you do!

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Big Brother 13 Winner Rachel Reilly Interview

Chloe — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 13:42:46 +0000

Big Brother crowned its 13th winner this week when Rachel Reilly beat out fellow HG Porsche Briggs in a 4-3 vote for the half-million dollar prize. An exuberant Rachel spoke with me in an interview that showed the rush of the win had not worn off even a day later.

Read on for her thoughts on who was the biggest floater this season, what happened with those Jury votes, and if we’ve seen the last of her in the Big Brother house.

Rachel Reilly – I cannot believe this happened! I am freaking out!

Big Brother Network – Congratulations, you deserve it.

Rachel – Thank you. It’s a dream come true my gosh I just can’t believe it.

BBN – What does this mean for you and Brendon?

Rachel – Oh my gosh we’re going to have a dream wedding. What’s funny is last summer I met my fiancé on Big Brother and this summer I won Big Brother.

BBN – Do you think you’ll be having a reality tv wedding?

Rachel – No but that would be hilarious. It would be awesome.

BBN – After Brendon left you completely changed your strategy. It was like two different people. What happened?

Rachel – I saw that Brendon got evicted and then Jeff was getting evicted and I said I was not going down without a fight. I had to fight but I really had to work on my social game. I think I had to be a gracious winner and start branching out to work on my social game. After Brendon left the second time I knew I had to change my game or I would have been evicted and I was not about to get evicted.

BBN – You and Jordan became very close after Brendon and Jeff were evicted. Do you think the two of you will keep in touch?

Rachel – Jordan is such an amazing woman. She and I really bonded and our friendship really blossomed after Brendon and Jeff left and we were there together, fighting for each other. Every competition Jordan and I went into after they left we were like ok this is us, it’s do or die and if we don’t win, one of us is going home. Jordan helped me so much with my social game. I needed her just as much as she needed me. I was able to win some competitions and she was there for me as a shoulder to lean on and helped me with everything in general. It’s so great to be able to play the game with one of your friends and to really have an ally in the house. I love Jordan. I am so grateful for her.

BBN – Who in your opinion was the bigger floater, Jordan or Adam?

Rachel – Jordan is not a floater. I don’t think she was a floater at all. We had an alliance from the beginning of the summer and she stuck to it. She never switched over sides. Bless her heart, she might not be the most competitive girl in the world but she’s such an amazing person and she had the best social game in the entire game. I think Jordan plays the game of Big Brother totally different than any other houseguest and she almost made it to the final three again and she would have won if she was sitting in that final two chair. Adam, yeah he was a floater. He needed a boat or a cruise ship. That’s how big of a floater he was. It was horrible.

BBN – Adam promised you his vote in the end. Why do you think he changed and gave it to Porsche?

Rachel – I was shocked. He promised me his vote. He said even if you evict me, if you earn it and win the final HoH then I will vote for you because I will vote for whoever deserves it and then he voted for Porsche. He was a floater. He went from one side of the house to whoever was in power. I don’t know that he really tried that hard in competitions. He gave up a lot of times. I was shocked when he didn’t vote for me. It hurt because I thought he of all people, who said he was a superfan of the show, he was so ready to jump ship because he got upset with me. It was a very unfortunate situation. I thought he was going to be the swing vote.

BBN – Why did you take Porsche over Adam to the final two?

Rachel – It was a really risky decision to make. I realized it after the fact of how risky it really was. I thought if I had taken Adam I would have won hands down, I don’t think he would have gotten any votes. With Porsche I thought it would be a 3-3 vote with Adam as the tie breaker. I thought a few things. One Porsche deserved it in the end. She stepped up her game. She won the veto that brought her to the final three. She brought me to the final three and I made that promise with her and I wanted to honor it. I had a lot of confidence in my game play and I thought the jury would respect that.

BBN – Have you and Daniele made amends?

Rachel – I think that Daniele and I definitely have the possibility to make amends. I mean look at Ragan and I, we’re best friends and he’s going to be in my wedding. I think that Daniele and I have a possibility for that. We were friends in the beginning before she turned on us. I think that’s what sparks the biggest enemies in the game, are the people you actually care about. It comes through when you have a friendship and it’s a genuine friendship and you care about someone and then they turn on you and you’re now enemies in the game. It’s what sparks the biggest nemesis in the game because you did care about them and now you can’t stand them.

BBN – Which season’s cast did you like the most?

Rachel – I actually prefer season 13 because I had allies in the game. It wasn’t just Brendon and I against the entire house like last summer where I didn’t have any friends in the game. This summer I had an alliance. I had friends in the game. You know even though Porsche and I had a really rocky friendship, in the end I took her from 5 to 4. She took me from 4 to 3 and I took her from 3 to two. I think it was a totally different game for me. I had to really work on a social game and making deals with people and I think me sticking with my deals is what helped me through the game. I can’t say enough good things about our cast. It was an amazing summer.

BBN – Do you have any plans on going back to college?

Rachel – Yes I want to. I definitely want to complete my master’s, finish it and work on it. Brendon will finish his PHD at UCLA so maybe I can go there too.

BBN – What are your immediate plans now that the game is over?

Rachel – Plan my wedding, my future with Brendon. We are thinking about putting a down payment on a house close to UCLA. We will be there for five years guaranteed. So we’re thinking hey if we’re going to be there for five years let’s invest that money into a home and start a future and in the coming years start a family.

BBN – Will you play again for a third time?

Rachel – Big Brother has been so good to me I guess I would have to.

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CBS Says Big Brother 14 In Summer 2012

Matthew Boyer (GTP) — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 03:00:49 +0000

It’s official, Big Brother fans! CBS has renewed the best reality television series for another season with Big Brother 14 scheduled to air in the summer of 2012!

BIG BROTHER, the summer reality hit that is wrapping up its most successful season since 2004, has been renewed for its 14th edition to be broadcast next summer on the CBS Television Network.

“Growing a show in its 13th edition on all these platforms is testament to the amazing creativity and energy of our producers. At every step of the way, they deliver innovative twists and turns that consistently evolve this proven franchise and engage one of the most loyal and interactive fan bases on television and online,” said Jennifer Bresnan, Executive Vice President, Alternative Programming, CBS Entertainment.

After record breaking ratings lifted Big Brother above and beyond previous seasons it should come as no surprise that CBS wants to see Big Brother 14 next summer.

Keep checking back and we’ll soon have Big Brother 14 application details posted.

Be sure to sign-up for the free email updates, join us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter, and grab our free Big Brother apps for iPhones and Android. See you next summer!

Source: CBS press release 1 & press release 2

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Big Brother 13 Runner-Up Porsche Briggs Interview

Matthew Boyer (GTP) — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 02:08:40 +0000

Porsche Briggs secured her spot as Big Brother 13′s runner-up this week when she was narrowly defeated by Rachel Reilly in a 3-4 Jury vote.

Today Porsche sat down with us to discuss her game play, the choices she made this season, and what she has coming up next in life. Read on to find out who she would have taken to the Final 2, how she would have voted from the Jury, and even why she decided to take Rachel over Jordan further in the game.

Big Brother Network: Would you have kept the deal and taken Rachel if you won Round 3?

Porsche Briggs: I know many people are not excited about this answer, but yes, I would have kept my deal with Rachel. Her and I worked together very well. We had each other’s back. Throughout the game we definitely had a couple of hiccups, but at the end we got back together and I would have kept my deal with her.

BBN: If Rachel had taken Adam to the Final 2, how would you have voted?

Porsche Briggs: I probably would not have. Breaking a deal with someone is big in this game. If she had not taken me I probably would not have given her a vote.

BBN: What made you decide to take Rachel over Jordan to the Final 3?

Porsche Briggs: Jordan won the competition two years ago. It wasn’t fair when you see people who were competing so hard and trying to win this season to fight against someone who won one competition and a luxury then gets to win again. That’s not fair.

I also knew that Jordan and Adam had a Final 2 deal. I didn’t want to have to compete with Jordan to have Adam take me to the Final 2. Jordan would have taken Adam. Adam would have taken Jordan. I didn’t want to have that happen, so making a deal with Rachel was probably the best idea.

BBN: Coming just 1 vote shy of the win, which Juror do you think was the swing against you and why did they vote against you?

Porsche Briggs: Shelly was definitely the swing vote. In her pre [season] interviews she was really kind of obsessive with Jeff and Jordan. She really liked them as people and obviously didn’t want them to be mad at her. She sees them as people that are going to be friends with her on the outside. Maybe by sending Jordan to the Jury it cost me in the end, but it’s what had to be done at the time. I know Jordan had a big influence on Shelly’s decision for voting and I think Shelly’s definitely a follower in the game and didn’t show to be a leader at any point. I think she definitely took Jordan’s lead on this and voted for Rachel.

BBN: Adam’s vote surprised a lot of viewers. What do you think motivated his vote for you?

Porsche Briggs: Adam and I played the game a lot from the beginning. From Week 2 we were in cohoots with each other. I knew he was going to vote for me. He didn’t want Rachel to have the money. I knew he didn’t like the way she talked about certain things. I knew he was going to vote for me and I really had a strong feeling about that.

BBN: Would you really have traded your Golden Key to be at risk but able to compete?

Porsche Briggs: At this point, I don’t think I would have done anything differently in the game. Coming in to this competition, especially playing with a bunch of veterans, you were in fear of your life every week. Everyone was a target, especially if you weren’t on their side. Having a Golden Key probably helped me out in the long run. People like Jeff and Brendon maybe thought I wasn’t there to play the game, but anyone who gets on the show is obviously there to play the game. I took the blessing of the Key and played a social game, relaxed a little bit, tried not to make any waves, and let other people get at each other’s throats a little bit. Then by the time I could play I was ready.

BBN: What made you change sides to Daniele & Kalia after you seemed to start the game with Rachel?

Porsche Briggs: Rachel’s reaction to Brendon leaving was definitely a big factor in that. I do think that Rachel needed to be playing along side someone. I tried to remind her that last season she wasn’t there playing as a duo. She just didn’t seem to take Brendon leaving very well. Brendon was also a big factor in me teaming up with Rachel and Brendon. After he left, Rachel didn’t have much of a choice but to team up with Jeff and Jordan. At that time Jeff and Jordan didn’t really like me. They wanted me to make things easier for them like throw the knock-out competition. I was trying to play as fair a game as I could and didn’t want to be playing under any dictatorship.

BBN: What was your best move of the season?

Porsche Briggs: My best move of the season was winning my first Veto. Winning when it really counted. Day 55 [Fast Forward show] was a huge day for us. I had talked a lot about how to play the game with Daniele and Kalia. Daniele would always tell me, “you’ve got to have numbers, you’ve got to play with numbers. When one of us leaves this week you’ve got to get Shelly.” I knew at that point if I had Shelly’s back by voting for Daniele whether it worked or not with keeping Shelly in the game that would at least get me Shelly’s trust for a little while. It got me her trust long enough to get her to vote against Jeff and that put him out of the house as well.

BBN: What was your biggest mistake of the season?

Porsche Briggs: The biggest mistake I probably made in this game was opening Pandora’s Box. I was definitely in a cushy spot that week whether or not I trusted my entire team. Who knows what would have happened. Maybe they still would have voted out a Newbie. I just don’t know what would have happened. It was definitely a comfortable Friday before I opened Pandora’s Box.

BBN: Time travel back to the first night in the house. Would you still partner with Keith? If not, who would you have picked?

Porsche Briggs: Before we even knew there were duos, Keith and I were discussing working together as we walked in and looked around the house. I mentioned we should work together. Then he picked me to be his partner. I knew that was a terrible idea because a secret partner working together is much better than one out in the open. That kinda hindered me with that. I wish we had stayed separate and had been able to play against each other to get our other partner’s out. Kalia and I were probably going to be partner’s if not me and Keith.

BBN: What was your favorite moment from this season?

Porsche Briggs: The competitions. I would love to say “hanging out with these people” and getting to know them was awesome. It was. It was fun. Getting to play the competitions in Big Brother were just incredible and having so much freedom by not having a cell phone or Internet or news from the outside makes you really get back to basic communication. It was a lot of fun. You were excited when you won. Winning felt more fun because it was the big event of the week. Competing in the different competitions and pushing myself, seeing how well I could do.

BBN: Which HG are you most likely to stay in contact with after the show?

Porsche Briggs: Most likely Rachel, Adam, and Dani. Probably in that order. Maybe a little mix-up.

BBN: If you could come back for another season, would you?

Porsche Briggs: Oh absolutely. Big Brother is normally a once in a lifetime opportunity. I’ve already played with people having their second chance at it. I know CBS saw something in me where they thought, “hey, you’re one of eight people who could play with these all-stars and dynamic duos.” We had more winners in our season than All-Stars [Big Brother 7] did. I would be more than ready for that challenge to come back.

BBN: What are you most looking forward to now that you’re out of the BB13 house?

Porsche Briggs: My family all came out to see me so I’m really looking forward to talking to them more, hearing their feedback on the show, things they saw as opposed to things I lived. Finding out what’s going on in the world.

BBN: What’s next for you? What’s out there on the horizon?

Porsche Briggs: I definitely enjoy my job being a cocktail waitress and at the age I am, 23 and the youngest in the house, that kind of job is acceptable. I was always interested in acting and hosting the competitions really ignited a passion in me for being able to host things, read lines, and take on different personas. I think I’m going to do something around those lines in L.A. for awhile.

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