‘Big Brother’ Host Julie Chen Moonves Reacts To Makensy’s Shocking Decision (Exclusive)

Every week, Big Brother Host Julie Chen Moonves has been weighing in on the latest happenings inside the house. This week, she reacts to the events of the finale, including Chelsie’s big win, Makensy’s big decision not to take Cam to the finale, Tucker being named America’s Favorite Houseguest, and Jankie’s return.

ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY: Let’s start with the winner. How would you sum up Chelsie’s play this season, which ended with a unanimous jury vote?

JULIE CHEN MOONVES: It was almost flawless. He had friends, loyalty, skills and intelligence. When the chips were down, she was blindsided by Cedric’s eviction and then lost Brooklyn… she reconfigured her game and figured out how to make it with only one fellow Pentagon left in the house. He deserved the unanimous 7-0 win! (And I’m not just saying that because I’m his “aunt!”)

If Makensy picks Cam to go to the end, she wins $750,000. After that, he told you that he was fine and that he agreed with the decision. do you believe

yes i do Of course, he’s replaying why he didn’t make it anyone votes to win, and I think that might be the hardest part for her. That said, she seemed prepared to possibly lose the game in order to stay true to who she is as a person and keep her integrity intact. I’m proud of her.

What does it say when someone who’s been off the show for six weeks at Tucker just goes and wins America’s Favorite Guest?

It shows that Tucker was a unique and unforgettable force. His unconventional play combined with his incredible skills that saved him from his own risky and risky moves have cemented his place in BB history.

Tell us what it was like to be on that stage with the whole cast assembled at the end. Did you pick up any interesting insights or interactions?

I thought Makensy was the consummate professional: maintaining a graceful, grounded humility about herself while she must have been repeating in her mind if she was doing the right thing. It said a lot that she was able to celebrate the end of the season with others and Chelsie’s win, and not act like a big loser.

Finally, could we see Jankie in Season 27?

When he finally stops singing that Jankie song, I’ll ask him!

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