Big Brother isn't going anywhere anytime soon. CBS has officially renewed the long-running reality competition for seasons 29 and 30, giving the show a two-season pickup following the end of season 28.
The news was announced during the season 28 finale on Thursday October 1, when host Julie Chen Moonves revealed that Big Brother had been picked up for another two years.
Big Brother Will Reach Season 30
The renewal means Big Brother will hit another major milestone with season 30.
The CBS reality series premiered in 2000 and has remained a regular part of the network's summer schedule for more than two decades.
Season 28 saw Big Brother reach it 1000th episode another milestone for the long-running series.
Season 28 Ends With a Winner
The renewal announcement came on the same night that Rick Devens was crowned the winner of season 28.
Devens defeated Taylor Brown in a 6-1 jury vote, taking home the $750,000 grand prize.
Devens also won America's favorite player earning another $50,000. Taylor finished the season as running up and received $75,000.
Casting is Already Open for Season 29
Fans interested in entering the Big Brother house won't have to wait for another announcement.
Casting for season 29 is already open, meaning preparations for the next group of houseguest are underway.
CBS has not announced the season 29 cast or premiere dare as yet.
Big Brother is Staying Put
With two more season confirmed, Big Brother will remain on CBS through at least season 30.
After reaching 1,000 episodes and completing its 28th season, the series now has its next two summers secured.
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