The creators of 'Big Brother' were taken aback by the strong backlash against 'Survivor' sentiment. Several executive producers doubted the validity of recent season changes. Season 30 is set to raise the prize amount and might feature an elite cast. A 'Survivor' former contestant suggested a season with gay versus straight players. Odds for 'Big Brother' 2026 show the contestant named Yasmin as a top contender ahead of live eviction.