BBB 26 brings one of the most iconic figures in the history of the reality show. Making a comeback is the 44-year-old journalist from Minas Gerais, Ana Paula Renault, confirmed among the Veterans of the new season premiering in January 2026. She, who became famous on BBB 16 for her strong temper and the catchphrase “Look at her!”, returns to confinement with the expectation of reigniting controversies and stirring up social media. Her participation is relevant because her legacy, marked by confrontations and a timeless meme, still sparks discussion among the show’s fans, nearly a decade after her first stint.
How did she return? The Big Brother Brasil organization chose the former housemate to join the Veterans team, a common strategy to boost engagement from the premiere. This way, the Brazilian audience will have the chance to see if Ana Paula’s intense personality remains or if the experience has transformed her. The amount of attention she will generate is immeasurable, but her track record promises viewership. Therefore, her return is already one of the most talked-about topics on social media.
From Fame to Expulsion: The Story Behind the Catchphrase
Ana Paula Renault’s journey on BBB 16 in 2016 was a true whirlwind. She entered the house with a strong personality and quickly became the protagonist of explosive clashes. However, her most famous moment came after a fake eviction, where she received 74% of the votes for elimination. Meanwhile, she was isolated and could observe her colleagues’ comments. Expecting to leave the show, she returned immune and, upon finding her rivals sleeping, let out the scream that went down in history: “Look at her!”. The catchphrase went viral instantly, becoming a meme and a trademark of the participant.
Despite the popularity of the moment, her journey came to an abrupt end. Shortly after the triumphant return, the journalist was expelled from the reality show. This happened due to a serious violation of the rules: she slapped her then-rival Renan during a heated argument. Thus, a trajectory that seemed promising ended controversially but secured her place in the hall of the most memorable participants. Now, in 2026, the big question is how she will handle the game and her own legacy.
Ana Paula Renault’s return to BBB 26 promises to rekindle memories and generate new chapters. Besides testing her strategy as a Veteran, her presence is an asset for the production, which is precisely seeking this type of polarizing personality. Will the catchphrase “Look at her!” get a new makeover? Brazilian viewers will be able to follow everything from the premiere, with the expectation that the woman from Minas Gerais will continue to be one of the major conversation drivers of this season.
