# Big Brother hits 1,000-episode milestone and sets records

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/big-brother-television-series-1000-episode-milestone
> Updated: 2026-08-31T02:21:44.000Z. Sources: 19. Developments: 3.

The CBS reality television series ‘Big Brother’ reached a historic milestone by becoming the first primetime show in the United States to air 1,000 episodes. During its 28th season, the program secured two Guinness World Records: for the most episodes of a primetime TV show and for the most episodes of a competitive reality TV show.

The 1,000th episode featured a 90-minute special including a retrospective of the series’ 26-year history and appearances by over 100 former houseguests. While the milestone episode saw Mallory Aurichio evicted following a 6-2 vote, recent gameplay has seen Drew become Head of Household and Yash win the Power of Veto.

To facilitate an ‘unprecedented twist,’ host Julie Chen Moonves announced a ‘Time Trip’ theme, transporting houseguests to a ‘Medieval Times’ setting involving ‘Safety Stones.’ This twist included a three-day shutdown of the show’s live feeds to prevent spoilers, drawing mixed reactions from fans. Reports regarding Moonves indicate she has earned approximately $80 million over her 28-season tenure, with an estimated seasonal salary of $3 million. The broadcast schedule is expected to shift in the coming weeks to accommodate the premiere of ‘Survivor’ and the upcoming football season.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-31: Big Brother celebrates 1,000th episode and Guinness World Records

CBS's Big Brother celebrated its 1,000th episode, marking new Guinness World Records. Host Julie Chen Moonves reportedly earned $80 million over 28 seasons as the series continues its current season.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/big-brother-celebrates-1000th-episode-and-guinness-world-records

### 2026-08-27: Big Brother hits 1,000-episode milestone and sets two Guinness World Records

CBS’s ‘Big Brother’ aired its 1,000th episode, setting two Guinness World Records and introducing a Medieval Times-themed twist that includes a temporary blackout of the live feeds.

14 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/big-brother-28-houseguests-shift-alliances-ahead-of-eviction

### 2026-08-24: Big Brother to celebrate milestone 1,000th episode

The CBS reality series ‘Big Brother’ will become the first primetime show to reach 1,000 episodes with a special 90-minute anniversary broadcast on August 27, 2026.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/big-brother-to-celebrate-milestone-1000th-episode

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