Ana Paula Renault and Alberto Cowboy became the center of attention on BBB 26 after an interaction considered highly flirtatious in the early hours of this Tuesday, January 13, 2026. The moment, which happened inside Brazil’s most watched house, went viral on social media and generated a wave of comments about the “chemistry” between the participants. The situation gains a controversial edge, however, due to the fact that Cowboy is married to therapist Priscilla Monroy, a detail that did not go unnoticed by the public.
The buzz started after Ana Paula, 44, directly asked Cowboy, 49, if he “wanted her.” The ranch hand’s response, “it would be a pleasure if I were single,” turned the spotlight on the duo. Immediately, internet users began to dig up and share other moments of closeness between the two, creating the hashtag #BBB26 and fueling speculation of a possible romance. This type of interaction, which mixes entertainment and personal life, is precisely the fuel that keeps the reality show at the top of the most talked-about topics each year.
News from the 2026 edition
Meanwhile, BBB 26, which premiered last Monday (12th), presents significant changes to the format for this year. The main novelty is the introduction of a third group: the Veterans, who join the traditional Pipocas (anonymous contestants chosen by the public) and Camarotes (celebrities). Furthermore, the digital experience for Globoplay subscribers has been expanded, now offering 12 cameras with selective audio and a new feature in the BBB Mosaic.
Another innovation that promises to shake up the game is in the outdoor area. The house will feature three Big Phones in 2026, and it will be up to the public, through voting, to decide which one will ring and which message the chosen participant will hear. This way, fan interaction with the program reaches a new level, giving more power for direct influence over events inside the confinement.
Therefore, the controversy involving Ana Paula Renault and Alberto Cowboy arises in the very first days of a BBB that promises to be more interactive and unpredictable. It remains to be seen whether this “chemistry” will develop into a romantic plot, generate friction in the game, or dissipate under the pressure of competition. In any case, the recipe for keeping millions of Brazilians glued to their screens seems once again guaranteed.
