The participant Henri Castelli, 47 years old, suffered his second seizure inside the Big Brother Brasil 26 house this Wednesday, January 14, 2026, causing panic and despair among the other housemates. The incident, which occurred shortly after his return to the reality show, required immediate medical attention and sparked a wave of intense reactions, ranging from reports of spiritual experiences to fear for the actor’s life. The situation gained significant traction on social media, establishing itself as one of the most dramatic moments of this season of the show, which continues with record ratings on TV Globo.
The crisis happened during the Leader’s Challenge, held on Tuesday (13th), but the details and emotional impact only came to light this Wednesday. Due to the episode, Henri needed to be assisted by the production, while his fellow housemates witnessed the scene. As a result, the atmosphere in the house changed completely, with conversations mixing genuine concern with speculation about what happened, something that promises to influence the course of the game in the coming weeks.
Reactions and speculations inside the confinement
The housemates’ reactions were immediate and filled with emotion. Sol, one of the participants, stated she was terrified to see Henri fallen on the floor, while Milena became so desperate she needed comfort from Ana Paula Renault. However, the conversation took an unexpected turn when Brigido raised a spiritual interpretation of the event. He reported feeling “something moving inside him” and a desire to pray for his colleague, even mentioning the Jesus Christ tattoos that Henri has on his body.
This line of thought was followed by others, with Solange describing a feeling that “they were grabbing him as if they were police officers.” The discussion reached a point where Milena herself questioned if Henri was “possessed,” a comment that quickly went viral on social media. Meanwhile, in a moment of vulnerability, an anonymous housemate confessed his greatest fear: “I’m afraid he might die in front of me,” summarizing the tense atmosphere that took over the group after the medical incident.
Thus, what started as a health emergency transformed into a catalyst event for debates and alliances within the game. The production of BBB 26, known for its strict protocol, ensured the necessary care for Henri, but the episode left psychological marks on the participants. Therefore, beyond the impact on the actor’s health, the event is likely to have direct consequences on voting dynamics and group formation, becoming a narrative turning point for this 2026 season.
