Why Julie Chen Moonves Reveals Her Decision to Not Host Survivor as Big Brother Host

In a groundbreaking start to its 25th season, Big Brother introduced several unexpected twists. Among them was the introduction of a Time Laser, which added a new dimension to the game. The house was transformed into a multiverse, providing a unique and perplexing setting for the contestants. Departing from the usual Head of Household competition on premiere night, the players competed to avoid being nominated for eviction. Adding to the excitement, Cirie Fields, a renowned Survivor legend, joined the game as the 17th player, teaming up with her son Jared. Leading the chaos and unpredictability of the show, as always, was Julie Chen Moonves, who has played a central role since Big Brother’s inception in 2000. Despite the presence of eccentric elements such as wisecracking insult robots and veto-obsessed animatronics, Julie Chen Moonves has remained the constant and indispensable force, garnering both criticism and praise from the contestants. It is difficult to imagine Big Brother without her, just as it is impossible to envision Survivor and The Amazing Race without their respective hosts, Jeff Probst and Phil Keoghan, who have guided their shows for over two decades. Given the chance to host another CBS reality show, Julie Chen Moonves revealed her preference for The Amazing Race. She cited the opportunity to travel the world, experience different cultures and cuisines, and meet new people as the primary reasons for her choice. However, if she were to partake in Survivor, she admitted that her fear of bugs and mosquito bites as well as the challenging conditions would deter her. While the idea of swapping CBS reality show hosts would indeed be a monumental twist in the history of reality TV, it seems that the familiar faces of these franchises will remain in their respective roles. For a glimpse into Julie Chen Moonves’ contemplation, watch the video provided. Stay informed with Entertainment Weekly’s daily newsletter, which delivers breaking TV news, exclusive previews, recaps, reviews, interviews with beloved stars, and more. Related content: