Jerry O'Connell stepped in as the host for the Big Brother eviction episode on September 12, as Julie Chen Moonves had to miss her first show in 24 years due to a mild case of COVID-19. Chen Moonves, who has been the face of Big Brother since its inception, reassured fans of her quick recovery and her return for the following week's episode. O'Connell, a self-professed fan of the show, embraced the role with enthusiasm, using some of Chen Moonves' signature phrases to ease into the unexpected hosting duty.
In an unprecedented turn of events, Jerry O'Connell took over hosting duties for the September 12 episode of 'Big Brother' due to Julie Chen Moonves' COVID-19 diagnosis. This marked the first time in the show's 24-year history that Chen Moonves missed hosting an eviction episode. Fans of the show and Chen Moonves received the news with mixed emotions, as the long-time host is a beloved figure in the Big Brother community.
Julie Chen Moonves announced she would be unable to host the live eviction episode of 'Big Brother' due to a mild case of COVID-19. Diagnosed after experiencing a sore throat, Chen Moonves took to social media to share her health update, reassuring fans that her symptoms were mild with no fever, just a sore throat. Despite her recovery, she continued to test positive, necessitating her absence from the live show[1][2][3].
Jerry O'Connell, known for his roles in television and as a co-host on 'The Talk', stepped in to host the eviction episode. A fan of the show himself, O'Connell used the opportunity to engage with the houseguests using some of Chen Moonves' well-known catchphrases, bringing a sense of familiarity and comfort to both the houseguests and the audience. His appearance was a surprise to the houseguests, who are isolated from the outside world during their time on the show[1].
The Big Brother community and fans expressed both concern for Chen Moonves' health and support for O'Connell's temporary role as host. Social media was abuzz with messages wishing Chen Moonves a speedy recovery and praising O'Connell for his charismatic handling of the unexpected hosting duties. This episode not only highlighted the unpredictability of live television but also the strong bond within the Big Brother community[1].
The unexpected change in hosts for the Big Brother eviction episode serves as a reminder of the show's mantra to 'expect the unexpected.' Both Julie Chen Moonves and Jerry O'Connell handled the situation with grace and professionalism, ensuring the continuity of the show despite unforeseen circumstances. Fans eagerly await Chen Moonves' return, while appreciating O'Connell's contribution to keeping the spirit of the show alive during her absence.
"No need to adjust your television, I am not Julie Chen Moonves, but rest assured, Julie is fine." - Jerry O'Connell