BBB 26 already has one of its famous participants confirmed. This Monday, January 12, 2026, TV Globo premiered the new season of the country’s most talked-about reality show, introducing former soccer player Edilson Capetinha, 55, as a member of the Camarote (Celebrity) group. The Bahian athlete, famous for stints with teams like Palmeiras, Corinthians, and Flamengo, now faces Brazil’s most watched confinement, seeking to win over the public and the million-dollar prize. This year’s edition gains even more relevance by bringing a novelty in its format: besides the traditional Pipoca (Anonymous) and Camarote (Celebrity) groups, the production included a third team formed by Veterans from previous editions, promising a brand-new dynamic full of strategy from day one.
The selection process for BBB 26 began even before the premiere, with the public playing a crucial role. While celebrities like Capetinha went directly to the Camarote group, the anonymous participants were chosen through five Glass Houses spread across the country. Thus, after a public vote, one man and one woman from each house secured their spot, totaling ten brothers and sisters in the Pipoca group. The return of the Veterans, in turn, adds an extra layer of experience and hardcore gameplay to the show, promising to reignite past rivalries and alliances.
Technical Innovations and the BBB 26 House
In addition to the cast changes, BBB 26 arrives full of technological innovations for fans who follow everything on screen. Globoplay subscribers, for example, will have access to 12 camera signals with simultaneous transmission. The BBB Mosaic also gains a new and highly requested feature: besides being able to see all the rooms, it will be possible to select from which specific camera you want to hear the audio, customizing the experience for those who don’t want to miss any gossip or strategic conversation.
Responsible for some of the most iconic and tense moments in the show’s history, the Big Phones have also been revamped. In 2026, the house features three devices scattered around the common area. The big news is that the audience will be able to choose which one will ring, having prior access to the message that the selected brother or sister will hear. This interactivity gives viewers unprecedented power, allowing them to direct provocations and plot twists more precisely, stirring up the game inside the confinement even more.
With the presence of a charismatic and controversial character like Edilson Capetinha, the expectation is that BBB 26 will generate debates not only about reality show strategy but also about his soccer career. This edition therefore promises to mix sports, entertainment, and plenty of drama, keeping Brazil glued to the screen for the next few months. The final prize, it’s worth remembering, remains a huge sum in reais, capable of changing the life of the big winner.
