Taylor Hale: The Big Brother Phenomenon

Taylor's Impact on Big Brother

Big Brother Reindeer Games brought back Taylor Hale, winner of Big Brother 24, for another shot at a final prize that could make her the first person ever to win three separate BB prizes. Taylor, who beat the odds during Big Brother 24 to become the first black female winner of a regular season, took home both the $750,000 grand prize and America’s Favorite Houseguest title of her season.

Big Brother 24 winner Taylor Hale

Taylor’s time on the series was a massive turning point for the show, which previously had been somewhat less socially aware than felt acceptable. While Taylor’s win was historic, her Big Brother Reindeer Games appearance could make even more history.

Promo shot of Taylor Hale from Big Brother Reindeer Games

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Taylor's Historic Win

During her time on Big Brother 24, Taylor was immediately targeted in the house for her competitive spirit and looks. As a former pageant girl, Taylor knew that she would be noticed by her fellow houseguests, but she never expected the vitriol she received from some of her fellow players.

Despite the fact that Taylor had the deck stacked against her in the game, she was able to prevail and beat the odds. Not only did she win the game, earning her $750,000, she won America’s Favorite Houseguest for BB 24, earning her $50,000. As the first person to ever win both, Taylor cemented her place in Big Brother history.

Taylor's Reindeer Games Strategy

After taking some time away from reality TV, Taylor decided to come back to Big Brother on Big Brother Reindeer Games season 1. Her appearance on the show was a surprise after she’d shared in the past that she didn’t feel she would return to Big Brother, but the shortened version of the series has been great for the socially strategic player.

Taylor’s strategy involves being a bit more cut-throat than she was during Big Brother 24 and aligning with both the women and Xavier Prather, who’s been shielding her from competitions. Taylor’s strategy has kept her safe through the first half of the game and could continue to.