Early this morning on The Early Show, Julie Chen introduced the new cast of the 12th season of Big Brother!

 
The Media Day Videos were also released today: A day in the life of a houseguest

 

Name: Andrew Gordon
Age: 39
Current Residence: Miami Beach, Fla.
Occupation: Podiatrist
Three adjectives that describe you: Stubborn, spontaneous and sneaky
Favorite activities: Video games, poker, watching football, swimming and going to “Toys R Us”
What do you think will be the most difficult part about living inside the Big Brother house: Not seeing my daughter is always hard, but the most difficult part of living inside the Big Brother house will be not watching ESPN daily
Strategy for winning Big Brother: My formula: Kaysar + Will + George and Russell’s (from Survivor) game plan = Andrew
What types of people would you NOT choose to live with you in the house: Politicians, lawyers, rude people and anyone with an IQ of an idiot
A recurring theme on Big Brother is “expect the unexpected.” How would you handle “the unexpected:”
love the theme – bring it on!
Which past Big Brother cast member did you like most or least: I liked Marvin from season 5 the most because he was intelligent and always said what he thought. I hated Holly from season 5 because she was annoying and materialistic
What are you afraid of: I hate snakes, heights, beauty (it can control me) and Rabbis scare me (self guilt)
What is the accomplishment you are most proud of: Being a great father to my daughter
Finish this sentence: “My life’s motto is:” Live for today because tomorrow will be yesterday soon
Is there anything else you want to tell the audience about yourself: I’m a tall, cute, Jewish, single, doctor, father that’s very competitive and ready to stir the pot in the Big Brother house.
 
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Name: Annie Whittington
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Age: 27
Current Residence: Tampa, Fla.
Occupation: Bartender
Three adjectives that describe you: Outgoing, over dramatic and loyal
Favorite activities: Anything that involves adrenaline, heights, nature, laughter and fun
What do you think will be the most difficult part about living inside the Big Brother house: Being stuck in the house no matter what
Strategy for winning Big Brother: Be myself
What types of people would you NOT choose to live with you in the house: Racist, prejudice people or angry people who overreact
A recurring theme on Big Brother is “expect the unexpected.” How would you handle “the unexpected:” My life is so weird and I have the worst luck, so everyday I expect the unexpected. I can handle it all.
Which past Big Brother cast member did you like most or least: I liked BB8 Evil Dick the most because he was evil and hilarious. I did not like the old man, BB10 Jerry
What are you afraid of: Getting older and being able to do everything I want to do
What is the accomplishment you are most proud of: I am most proud of how independent I am.
Finish this sentence: “My life’s motto is:” When life give you lemons… say f*** the lemons and bail.
Is there anything else you want the fans to know about yourself: It is my destiny to be on Big Brother. My brother is a lawyer, my sister is a CPA and I will be the winner of Big Brother!

 

Name: Brendon Villegas
Age: 30
Current Residence: Riverside, Calif.
Occupation: High School Swim Coach
Three adjectives that describe you: Fun, driven, intelligible
Favorite activities: Running, basketball, swimming and cycling
What do you think will be the most difficult part about living inside the Big Brother house: Privacy
Strategy for winning Big Brother: Get girls to like me and turn them against each other
What types of people would you NOT choose to live with you in the house: Mean-spirited, bigots
Which past Big Brother cast member did you like most or least: I liked Dr. Will from season 2.
What are you afraid of: Scorpions
What is the accomplishment you are most proud of: Getting a full ride to UCLA for a PhD in Biom. Physics
Finish this sentence: “My life’s motto is:” To make a large impression on this planet after I’m gone.
Is there anything else you want the fans to know about yourself: I’m always up for fun, and I have no problem debating or supporting my beliefs.

 

Name: Britney Haynes
Age: 22
Current Residence: Huntington, Ark.
Occupation: Hotel Sales Manager
Three adjectives that describe you: Argumentative, comedic and opinionated
Favorite activities: Traveling, gossiping with the gays, arguing, taking my dog on walks, cooking and cleaning
What do you think will be the most difficult part about living inside the Big Brother house: Sharing a bathroom and pretending to laugh at dumb comments
Strategy for winning Big Brother: Pretending to be nice and always a bit elusive – people want what they can’t have!
What types of people would you NOT choose to live with you in the house: Egomaniacs and old people
A recurring theme on Big Brother is “expect the unexpected.” How would you handle “the unexpected:” I think I can handle anything. I wouldn’t like the forced alliances, though.
Which past Big Brother cast member did you like most or least: I liked Janelle and Dr. Will. They were both funny, attractive and intelligent.
What are you afraid of: BIRDS! I’m not kidding. It’s a phobia.
Finish this sentence: “My life’s motto is:” Never regret anything that made you smile.
Is there anything else you want the fans to know about yourself: I am so much more than meets the eye! I look like a typical blonde from the south, but I’ve got a lot of spice to my personality. I’m a good mix of Chelsea Handler and Martha Stewart.
 

Name: Enzo Palumbo
Age: 32
Current Residence: Bayonne, N.J.
Occupation: Insurance Adjuster
Three adjectives that describe you: Funny, likeable and obnoxious
Favorite activities: Jogging, soccer, baseball and bocce ball
What do you think will be the most difficult part about living inside the Big Brother house: No TV
Strategy for winning Big Brother: Winning
What types of people would you NOT choose to live with you in the house: Dirty people
A recurring theme on Big Brother is “expect the unexpected.” How would you handle “the unexpected:” I can handle anything.
Which past Big Brother cast member did you like most or least: I like Justin from season 1 the most.
What are you afraid of: Rats and AIDS
What is the accomplishment you are most proud of: My real estate license
Finish this sentence: “My life’s motto is:” With great risk comes great reward.
Is there anything else you want the fans to know about yourself: I’m Italian and I already think I’m a celebrity.
 

Name: Hayden Moss
Age: 24
Current Residence: Tempe, Ariz.
Occupation: College Student
Three adjectives that describe you: Outgoing, athletic and charming
Favorite activities: Snowboarding, weightlifting, working out, going to the beach and hanging out with friends
What do you think will be the most difficult part about living inside the Big Brother house: Being around people that I don’t agree with for 24/7
What types of people would you NOT choose to live with you in the house: Messy people or people who just don’t pull their own weight
A recurring theme on Big Brother is “expect the unexpected.” How would you handle “the unexpected:” It would be hard if my alliances get voted off.
What are you afraid of: I’m afraid to fly
What is the accomplishment you are most proud of: Being a part of Arizona State University Baseball, the best program in the country
Finish this sentence: “My life’s motto is:” Hang Loose. I like to have fun and just do my thing no matter what people think of me
Is there anything else you want the fans to know about yourself: I grew up in the country and from an early age I was taught to be tough and face your problems head on. I’m not afraid of conflict.

 

Name: Kathy Hillis
Age: 40
Current Residence: Texarkana, AR
Occupation: Deputy Sheriff – Sergeant
Three adjectives that describe you: Tenacious, passionate and fun-loving (silly)
Favorite activities: My favorite activities include canoeing, riding 4-wheelers, mudding, street racing (at work in my patrol car… Shhhh!), gardening, exercising, target shooting and riding horses. Also, shopping, shopping and shopping.
What do you think will be the most difficult part about living inside the Big Brother house: I know the most difficult part of living in the house would be missing my family. On top of that I am a TV and telephone addict so no contact with friends will be hard too.
Strategy for winning Big Brother: I’m going to be myself and have FUN! My strategy will be decided on a daily basis.
What types of people would you NOT choose to live with you in the house: All Women!!!!
Which past Big Brother cast member did you like most or least: I liked Chima the least. She disrespected the game!
What are you afraid of: Heights and SNAKES!
What is the accomplishment you are most proud of: Surviving ovarian cancer
Finish this sentence: “My life’s motto is:” Never give up, never give in, and never use the word defeat. Use words like hope, believe, faith and victory.
Is there anything else you want the fans to know about yourself: When I was undergoing Chemo one night I vowed to my Grandma that when I got better I would apply for Big Brother. I have loved the show ever since and can’t wait to be a part of it.
 

Name: Kristen Bitting
Age: 24
Current Residence: Philadelphia, Pa.
Occupation: Boutique Manager

Kristen Bitting Showing Some Skin
Three adjectives that describe you: Strong-minded, motivated, kind-hearted
Favorite Activities: Going to the gym, meditating, shopping, listening to music, reading, learning new things and living on the edge
What do you think will be the most difficult part about living inside the Big Brother house: Having new people understand me, as I am very misunderstood by strangers.
Strategy for winning Big Brother: Be myself
What types of people would you NOT choose to live with you in the house: “Cookie-cutters” and “average Joes”
A recurring theme on Big Brother is “expect the unexpected.” How would you handle “the unexpected:” My life is that way. That would be nothing new to me.
Which past Big Brother cast member did you like most or least: Braden from season 11, he was nice to look at.
What are you afraid of: Nothing. If I had to select one thing that frightens me, I would say failure.
What is the accomplishment you are most proud of: Being ‘on my own’ since 18, financially and otherwise.
Finish this sentence: “My life’s motto is:” Grab life by the balls.
Is there anything else you want to tell the audience about yourself: If I could best describe myself, I am a “quiet storm.” I don’t think there is anyone on reality TV quite like me.
 

 

Name: Lane Elenburg
Age: 24
Current Residence: Decatur, Texas
Occupation: Oil Rig Salesman
Three adjectives that describe you: Funny, outgoing, athletic
Favorite Activities: Working out, riding motorcycles, going out with friends and playing golf
What do you think will be the most difficult part about living inside the Big Brother house: Sharing a bathroom with my fellow Houseguests
Strategy for winning Big Brother: Yes I do, but not revealing it.
What types of people would you NOT choose to live with you in the house: Annoying people
A recurring theme on Big Brother is “expect the unexpected.” How would you handle “the unexpected:” My life is already full of the unexpected, so I believe I would do just fine.
Which past Big Brother cast member did you like most or least: Memphis from Season 10 because he was laid back
What are you afraid of: Electric fences
What is the accomplishment you are most proud of: Playing college football at Texas Tech University
Finish this sentence: “My life’s motto is:” To be successful at everything I attempt
Is there anything else you want to tell the audience about yourself: I am a very competitive person. I have been in and around sports all my life. Also, I work in public relations so I can twist and play every person in that house which should enable me to come out on top.
 

Name: Matt Hoffman
Age: 32
Current Residence: Elgin, Ill.
Occupation: Web designer 
Three adjectives that describe you: Intelligent, creative and sweet-talker
Favorite activities: Playing music, writing music, watching TV, watching/playing hockey, hanging/drinking with friends and annoying people for my own amusement
What do you think will be the most difficult part about living inside the Big Brother house: The frustration of not knowing all the major world and pop culture news that’s happening all around you
Strategy for winning Big Brother: I’m leaving all of my emotions from home and my “real life” at the door. When I’m in the house, it’s 100% game.
What types of people would you NOT choose to live with you in the house: Quiet, reclusive types. When you’re crammed away in close quarters for that long, you need some stimulation.
A recurring theme on Big Brother is “expect the unexpected.” How would you handle “the unexpected:” I’m very adaptable and can think on the fly.
Which past Big Brother cast member did you like most or least: Since the beginning I’ve liked Will, but his strategy would never work anymore. People play the game too much now. So, I’d have to go with Dan as my favorite.
What are you afraid of: Failure. That’s it. I think that comes from being an only child. It’s a curse.
What is the accomplishment you are most proud of: Everything I did with my old band, Shooting Blanks.
Finish this sentence: “My life’s motto is:” I don’t want the world, I just want your half.
Is there anything else you want the fans to know about yourself: I have what it takes. I’m smart, charismatic and housebroken so I won’t pee on the carpet.

 

Name: Monet Stunson
Age: 24
Current Residence: Glen Carbon, Ill.
Occupation: Model

Monet Stunson First Runner up for Miss Illinois USA 2009
Three adjectives that describe you: Exotic, active and the coolest person you will ever meet
Favorite activities: Shopping, working out, running and swimming
What do you think will be the most difficult part about living inside the Big Brother house: The lack of privacy
Strategy for winning Big Brother: I don’t really have one. I find it hard to say upfront how I would play. I need to meet the other contestants and get in the house to decide if I would play nice or dirty
What types of people would you NOT choose to live with you in the house: I’m not a fan of ditsy, stupid girls or guys who think they’re “all that.”
A recurring theme on Big Brother is “expect the unexpected.” How would you handle “the unexpected:” I live my everyday life expecting the unexpected. Anything can change at a moments notice. You have to be ready for anything.
Which past Big Brother cast member did you like most or least: Jordan is my favorite because she seems like a genuinely nice person
What are you afraid of: Not really anything
What is the accomplishment you are most proud of: I was on the “Young and the Restless.” Also, everyone tells me I have a really good driver’s license picture.
Finish this sentence: “My life’s motto is:” To live life with no regrets!
Is there anything else you want the fans to know about yourself: Big Brother has had too many trashy bimbos on the show – it’s time they step up their standards and put a classy girl like myself in the house. Also, I can’t wait to eat slop!
 

 

Name: Rachel Reilly
Age: 26
Current Residence: Las Vegas, Nev.
Occupation: Chemistry Graduate Student/VIP Cocktail Waitress
Rachel Reilly Showing Some Skin

Three adjectives that describe you: Bubbly, effervescent and adventurous
Favorite activities: Painting, working out, doing anything outdoors, watching movies with friends, playing with my dog, getting dressed up and going on dates.
What do you think will be the most difficult part about living inside the Big Brother house: Having your entire life televised
Strategy for winning Big Brother: I would hustle like I do at work when I get men to buy me champagne.
What types of people would you NOT choose to live with you in the house: Negative people – those who don’t see the beauty in life and don’t understand how fortunate we are to be alive.
A recurring theme on Big Brother is “expect the unexpected.” How would you handle “the unexpected:” I would welcome it – I’m always expecting the unexpected. My life in Vegas is like a show, I welcome the spice of life. Bring it on!
Which past Big Brother cast member did you like most or least: I like Laura the most because she stuck up for what she believed.
What are you afraid of: I hate spiders!!!!!!
Finish this sentence: “My life’s motto is:” Try everything out the world has to offer and always keep a smile on your face. Make the world a better place.
Is there anything else you want the fans to know about yourself: I have so many facets to my personality. I’m a model, a cocktail server, a chemist, a student, a charity head… I have life experiences to share.

 

Name: Ragan Fox
Age: 34
Current Residence: West Hollywood, Calif.
Occupation: College Professor
Three adjectives that describe you: Funny, genuine, intelligent
Favorite Activities: Writing and performing poetry. My podcast is my biggest hobby. The show features my comedic take on pop culture and politics. I discuss everything on it.
What do you think will be the most difficult part about living inside the Big Brother house: There is a lot of fighting and I tend to hold a grudge.
Strategy for winning Big Brother: Don’t rock the boat until I have to. Float until war is declared and the floaters align with strong players who are perceived to be bigger threats. Form a secret alliance about two weeks into the game. Don’t win too many competitions but don’t obviously throw them.
What types of people would you NOT choose to live with you in the house: Homophobes, 18-23 year-olds (the ages of students I teach), ultra conservatives
A recurring theme on Big Brother is “expect the unexpected.” How would you handle “the unexpected:” I’d roll with the punches.
Which past Big Brother cast member did you like most or least: Most: Janelle, because what you saw is what you got. Least: Boogie. White rappers are too much of a paradox for me. And Chima, she was a poor sport and bad game player.
What are you afraid of: Heights, flying, homophobia
What is the accomplishment you are most proud of: I’ve had 2 poetry collections published: Heterophobia and Exile in Gayville
Finish this sentence: “My life’s motto is:” The Golden Rule: Treat others how you want/expect to be treated.
Is there anything else you want to tell the audience about yourself: I love to make people laugh. In my world, there’s nothing a well-placed fart joke can’t cure. Humor is how I roll with the punches.