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Technically, summer starts on June 21 every year, but Big Brother fans know that the true start of the season is when the show starts. Julie Chen is back for Season 26 with all new houseguests competing for power and the ultimate prize this summer.
Whether you watch the show three times a week or if you subscribe to the live feeds to keep up with all of the gameplay between seasons, being a Big Brother fan is an all-encompassing experience—especially since this season with the many twists and turns.
If you want to feel like the Head of Household all the time without enduring the stress of the game, shop the picks from our Big Brother gift guide.