Meet the new houseguests!
Here’s your first look at the houseguests, plus some interesting tidbits about them.
Faysal Shafaat
Age:26
Hometown:Orlando, Fla.
Current City:Orlando, Fla.
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Occupation:Substitute teacher
Three adjectives that describe you:Joker, hilarious, and confident.
Favorite activities:Music, food, and working out/ playing sports.
Which pastBig Brothercast member did you like most?Victor Arroyo!
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He played every challenge like it was his last and won his way back in multiple times.
Do you have a strategy for winning the game?Finding a loyal person or two.
Use my social game and let my physical game play show at the end more than beginning.
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Dont let the other houseguests know Im a powerhouse from day one.
My lifes motto is…Everybody dies but not everybody lives.
Live every day like its your last.
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What would you take into the house and why?iPod.
Stuffed crust cheese pizza.
Secretly loves Taylor Swift.
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I have a blue nose pit bull whos my world and I treat him like my child.
Sam Bledsoe
Age:27
Hometown:Stuarts Draft, Va.
Current City:Stuarts Draft, Va.
Occupation:Welder
Three adjectives that describe you:Multifaceted, charming and charismatic.
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Favorite activities:Making, building, creating things, fishing, swimming, kayaking, and dancing.
What do you think will be the most difficult part about living inside theBig Brotherhouse?Using the bathroom.
Which pastBig Brothercast member did you like most?Daniele Donato.
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Shes a smart girl who happens to be pretty.
Not a pretty girl who happens to be smart.
My personality is perfectly suited for this social experiment.
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My strategy is to draw on my experience working in small-town restaurants.
I am extremely perceptive and intuitive, a master of the “mirror” technique.
I create a connection and genuine sense of security.
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I will “lay low” at first and just have fun!
Another terrible talent of mine.
My lifes motto is…Never give up.
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What would you take into the house and why?My Rooster pooch.
He is my cuddle buddy.
My wood burner and some wood.
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Its a hobby of mine and its relaxing.
A picture of my family and loved ones because Im going to miss my people.
Fun facts about yourself:Used to be a hair stylist before becoming a welder fabricator.
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I catch critters like snakes and raccoons with my bare hands.
Tyler Crispen
Age:23
Hometown:Rossford, Ohio
Current City:Hilton Head, S.C.
Occupation:Lifeguard
Three adjectives that describe you:Resilient, charismatic, and questionable.
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Favorite activities:Working out, going to the beach, and surfing.
Cut them in final four when the time is right and take credit for the whole thing.
My lifes motto is…Do whatever the hell you want.
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An unlimited amount of quinoa.
I spent six months traveling Australia.
I got bit in the face by a fish at the Great Barrier Reef.
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I fell off a pool slide when I was a kid and died, kinda.
I was a champion bowler.
Bayleigh Dayton
Age:25
Hometown:Lee’s Summit, Mo.
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Current City:Atlanta, Ga.
Occupation:Flight attendant
Three adjectives that describe you:Engulfing, adventurous.
Which pastBig Brothercast member did you like most?I loveeeeeeee Donny.
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He is just the most fun loving and sweet man ever.
You rarely run across genuine hearts but he was as real as it gets.
Just be that girl that people feel comfortable around but still dominates in the competitions.
I want to stay clear of the drama and let the bombs self-destruct.
But I also want everyone to fear me just a little.
My dad always said that defense wins games.
So let’s just say, my D is going to be full coverage.
My lifes motto is…Learn to walk with kings and queens but never lose the common touch.
My goal is to always know where I come from and who I am supposed to be serving.
A wise man once said BE HUMBLE.
My yoga mat because I am absolutely sure that I will need to do some meditating in that house.
I want to capture the memories and, plus, I will need content for Instagram.
Fun facts about yourself:First-ever African American Miss Missouri.
Im a closet “dweeb” who loves cartoons and Marvel comics.
Once was on a flight where the engine blew.
Gets hit on every day while being a flight attendant.
JC Monduix
Age:28
Hometown:Miami, Fla. via Spain
Current City:West Hollywood, Calif.
Occupation:Professional dancer
Three adjectives that describe you:Outgoing, honest, and eccentric.
Favorite activities:Going to the gym, watching movies, and going to theme parks.
It could be difficult to be liked by everyone but I will do my best.
Which pastBig Brothercast member did you like most?Josh Martinez.
He represents the kind of people I grew up with.
Made me feel at home.
I am glad he won.
Do you have a strategy for winning the game?Yes, and I am already thinking about it.
I am going to be the sweetest small guy that everyone would want to hug and kiss.
My lifes motto is…To enjoy the moment because you do not know about tomorrow.
What would you take into the house and why?My vitamins.
Fun facts about yourself:Has a very short fuse when it comes to his height.
Was nearly fired in the middle of a dance performance.
I say Im 50, but Im only 4'8."
Favorite activities:Working out, traveling, and taking a good long nap.
Which pastBig Brothercast member did you like most?I really liked Derrick from season 16.
I felt like he played an honest and goal-oriented game.
Plus, he’s the cutest person in the world and I just want to hug him.
I plan on feeling out the houseguests first, then pinpointing what makes them tick and rolling with it.
My lifes motto is…You get what you give.
My cat Scarlett, of course, to keep me company and to give good snuggles.
I never raised one again…
I volunteer at St. Joes hospital for the mentally ill because my father suffers from mental illness.
In 6th grade, I found out that I was adopted.
I have two fears that seem unreasonable: chainsaws and crossing the street.
Steve Arienta
Age:40
Hometown:Parsippany, N.J.
Current City:Wanaque, N.J.
Occupation:Former undercover cop
Three adjectives that describe you:Stubborn, competitive, and funny.
Favorite activities:Motorcycle riding, fishing, and playing golf.
[Ed note: Boogie.
]He made me laugh and was a strategist.
Do you have a strategy for winning the game?Honestly, no.
I believe that anyone that goes into the game with a set strategy is set for failure.
Too many twists and turns.
Its hard to create one without knowing the players involved.
My lifes motto is…Rock on.
What would you take into the house and why?
A family picture to see my family.
My wedding ring to think about my wife.
A cellphone to call my family.
Fun facts about yourself:Ran for office for Passaic County Freeholder.
I MUST take baths at night.
I was called THE HAMMER in college.
I was my state wrestling champion in high school and also earned a football scholarship to Northwestern University.
Kaycee Clark
Age:30
Hometown:San Diego, Calif.
Current City:Tempe, Ariz.
Occupation:Pro football player
Three adjectives that describe you:Fun, positive, and athletic.
Favorite activities:Playing sports, working out, and personal development.
Other than that, I adapt pretty well wherever I am.
Cody was a competition beast.
I mean, the only thing I would say is he could have had a better social game.
I am a big time people person.
I also want to be as honest as possible in the game.
Im also looking to align with some people where I feel the vibes are right and legit.
My lifes motto is…Think outside the box, take risks, and never give up.
My Jordan sandals, because I dont like to walk around the house barefoot or with just socks on.
Pre-workout supplement so I can have that extra boost if needed!
Was fiercely loyal to my first job in high school and worked at Smart & Final for 11 years.
Big Brotheris the only TV show I watch and it’s my tradition with my dad.
Winston Hines
Hometown:Somerset, Ky.
Current City:Bowling Green, Ky.
Occupation:Medical sales rep
Three adjectives that describe you:Active, ambitious, and passionate.
Favorite activities:Hiking, long walks or driving with my dog, working out, and watching movies.
Which pastBig Brothercast member did you like most?Paul Abrahamian.
His mix of gaining others trust while simultaneously screwing with them was iconic.
But unlike Cody from last year, you cannot come in and split the house too early.
It’s a waiting game.
My lifes motto is…Give your all today, for what you keep you lose forever.
What would you take into the house and why?My dog.
My record player with some music because I have to have music.
Fun facts about yourself:Writes love notes to my dog before work.
Volunteered for Big Brothers and Big Sisters in 2016 and 2017.
I hold my high school record for the 40-yard dash for over a decade.
Ive gotten mistaken for Justin Timberlake and Ryan Reynolds.
Occupation:Vegas entertainer
Three adjectives that describe you:Sarcastic, loyal, and passionate.
Favorite activities:Live music, attending sporting events, and working out.
Which pastBig Brothercast member did you like most?Britney Haynes, because she’s hilarious!
She had great balance between her social and physical game.
A balance between my social and physical game.
I’m not trying to go out there and win the first couple of HOHs.
I want to be more behind the scenes building my social game and creating strong bonds.
When necessary, I will win.
My lifes motto is…Tomorrow’s happiness is today’s bravery.
What would you take into the house and why?My Bible.
Pictures of friends and family.
Fun facts about yourself:I can do a killer monkey impression.
I use my power over men to make huge tips on the job.
My friends call me “Craychel.”
Scottie Salton
Hometown:Shorewood, Ill.
Current City:Chicago, Ill.
Occupation:Shipping manager
Three adjectives that describe you:Energetic, odd, and persistent.
Favorite activities:Disc golf, CrossFit, and watching movies.
The mix of friendliness and the potential backstabbing will probably get me a little shook.
Which pastBig Brothercast member did you like most?Currently, Evel Dick.
I like players who can win comps and can put their personality into their strategy.
I also like players who can back up their talk.
I also felt like he was genuinely himself, and I respect that.
I’d rather make it an upfront contest than a chess match.
My lifes motto is…When the shark is hungry, he eats!
Fun facts about yourself:Got catcalled while working at AMC duringFifty Shades of Grey.
Im a 26-year-old virgin who has never been kissed.
Got grounded when my brother threw up on me.
Got into argument with a customer at AMC.
Angie Rockstar Lantry
Age:34 (turns 35 on 6/22)
Hometown:Columbia, Md.
Current City:Columbia, Md.
Occupation:Stay-at-home mom
Three adjectives that describe you:Eclectic, entertaining, and magical.
Favorite activities:Reading, writing, and dancing under the moonlight around a fire to fierce drum beats.
So I guess Frankie, from season 16.
He was colorful, fun, everywhere in everyone’s business, and he always had glitter.
Do you have a strategy for winning the game?Yes.
You have to be friendly to everyone but listen to everything said and pay attention.
Also, spot potential allies early, but [don’t] make [alliances] too quickly.
Pull out tricks from Dale Carnegie’sHow to Win Friends and Influence People.
There is a lot on the line.
Some sage to burn, to remove the bad juju from all the shade thrown around the house.
A variety of crystals, to use for different power purposes.
Fun facts about yourself:Worked for a traveling petting zoo and performed with the animals.
Has a turtle that is 24 years old.
A unicorn walked me down the aisle during my wedding.
Gave natural birth to all of my kids.
Chris Swaggy C Williams
Hometown:Bridgeport, Conn.
Current City:Bridgeport, Conn.
Occupation:Day trader
Three adjectives that describe you:Outspoken, rebellious, and analytical.
Favorite activities:Playing basketball, working out, traveling, and entertaining people on my Snapchat.
Whatever happens INSIDE the house won’t be difficult.
Which pastBig Brothercast member did you like most?Paul, Paul, Paul.
That man got robbed of a million dollars.
He is a top 5Big Brotherplayer of all time and he didn’t even WIN.
Do you have a strategy for winning the game?Of course.
My lifes motto is…Be yourself and things will fall right into place.
Be somebody else and things will fall right on your face.
Yes, I made that up myself.
But it’s a real-life motto for me.
They help me stay educated and keep my mind working.
Don’t ask someone with a photographic memory who excels at math (finance) those kind of questions.
HOH tiebreakers would be too easy!
Fun facts about yourself:I have a photographic memory.
Im taking swimming lessons.
I hate spending any time at the beach.
Angela Rummans
Hometown:Hilton Head, S.C.
Current City:Playa Vista, Calif.
Occupation:Fitness model
Three adjectives that describe you:Spontaneous, scheming, and headstrong.
Favorite activities:Beach volleyball, spearfishing, and oil painting.
Which pastBig Brothercast member did you like most?Rachel Reilly.
I love how physical she was on the show.
I see a lot myself in her.
Not to toot my own horn, but Im kind of a freak athlete and I LOVE to compete.
Im a fierce competitor and nothing brings me more joy than beating men at sports.
Do you have a strategy for winning the game?Of course I do.
Im also intelligent and run my own business with my assistants help.
The networking queen I like to call myself.
Im very lovable and not afraid to use my sexuality to get ahead.
My lifes motto is…Man plans, God laughs.
Im really not that religious but this saying so perfectly describes my life.
I love art and I love to paint.
Its my creative outlet and helps me deal with life stresses.
Fun facts about yourself:
Gives 10% of my income to a different charity each month.
I love to pretend Im not athletic when Im on a date and then crush them in a game.
Tried out for my high school football team.
Brett Robinson
Hometown:Oakdale, Conn.
Current City:Charlestown, Mass.
Occupation:Cyber security engineer
Three adjectives that describe you:Vehement, riveting, and trophy.
Favorite activities:Working out, home repair, and snowboarding.
Which pastBig Brothercast member did you like most?I like Derrick the best.
He has a way of gaining control without upsetting people.
Then immediately pull back from the spotlight.
From there, I will rotate face time with every single person in the house.
It will have to be handled tastefully.
I also plan to lie about my current occupation and life.
I want people to think I am just a dumb surfer/model guy.
Plus, I don’t want the ladies to think I have stank breath.
I would select clothes/ shoes because I think it would assist me in challenges.
I would bring some reading material to keep me occupied between challenges.
Fun facts about yourself:I hack into friends computers for fun.
Kaitlyn Herman
Age:24
Hometown:Plainview, N.Y.
Current City:Encino, Calif.
Occupation:Life coach
Three adjectives that describe you:Personable, intuitive, and dramatic.
Favorite activities:Taking Pure Barre classes, meditation, and watching reality television.
Which pastBig Brothercast member did you like most?My favoriteBig Brotherhouseguest was Victor Arroyo from BB18.
I know that’s kind of shocking, but I was just always routing for him.
Especially when he got back in the house after winning the battle back.
He was such a good competitor and had such a beautifully sweet side to him.
I just loved his energy so much as a human being and genuinely enjoyed watching his journey.
My lifes motto is…Everything is happening for the highest good of every person.
What would you take into the house and why?My crystal.
All of these things have transformed my quality of life so much.
I’m all about good vibes and positive energy and all three of those things help me feel zen.
I have a blog calledFrom Betches to Buddhas.
