What wouldn't the Big Brother season 26 houseguests do? Details explored

Big Brother season 26 premiered on Wednesday, July 17. The long-awaited competition show showcased 16 houseguests, prepared to stay inside a custom-made house, for approximately 90 days, aiming to walk away with a grand prize of $750,000. This season promised to feature grueling tasks, compelling participants to put their best foot forward.

Season 26 debuted Ainsley, the BB AI, an artificially modified person, who would take control of the players throughout the season. With much at stake, the Big Brother cast members vowed to be careful of their motives and gameplay once they entered the house.

In an exclusive interview with Entertainment Tonight posted on the publication's official YouTube channel on July 16, the cast members revealed what they would never do after entering the house.

Making the wrong decisions, getting too comfortable, getting involved in 'showmances,' or displaying weaknesses were some things the Big Brother contestants wanted to steer clear of to protect themselves from getting a loser's hand in the game, leading to their potential elimination.

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Big Brother season 26 cast members reveal the moves they would avoid once inside the house

The first to speak was 27-year-old nonprofit director Chelsie Baham. She did not want to give away her strategy to her fellow co-stars by forging "too many alliances." Unnecessary fights and chaos were something she did not wish to indulge in. Instead, she preferred to pick her "battles wisely."

"And not try to cause too many alliances, 'cause then I will get outed, and I need to stay in this house past the first week, okay?" said Chelsie.

In episode 1 of Big Brother, Chelsie lost the challenge BB AI tasked some contestants with, earning herself a downgrade. However, the nature of the disadvantage is yet to be revealed.

35-year-old Hawaii resident Kimo Apaka wanted not to "trip" down the stairs inside the house, saving himself from embarrassment.

Meanwhile, 21-year-old former marine Cedric Hodges did not wish to plot and scheme against his fellow cast members. He wished to prioritize his values and ideals over strategizing for a victory by sabotaging someone else's game.

"Personally it doesn't sit right with me. Some things are more important in life than the money, like, friendships, family, so I think if we build that connection, I couldn't dog them at the end," said Cedric.

T-Kor Clottey, a 23-year-old crochet business owner, said getting involved in a 'showmance' was a big no-no for her. She admitted she was in a "happy beautiful relationship," and did not want to hamper that.

Next was 25-year-old Matt Hardeman, who did not hesitate to state that he would "backstab," "lie" and even confidently mislead others to advance in the game.

"The answer to the question is absolutely not. There is nothing I won't do. I would do whatever it takes," said Matt.

Rubina Bernabe, the L.A. resident, revealed that the one thing she would not do was get involved in a 'showmance.' The Big Brother cast member stated she promised herself, her family, and her community that she would dishonor herself by doing so.

"No man is more important to me than this game, and winning it. Imma do this for me and my family, and for the Philippines," said Rubina.

Cam Sullivan-Brown, the 25-year-old physical therapist shared a similar mindset with Matt since he mentioned he was willing to do "anything" for the grand prize of $750,000.

Next up was 34-year-old business administrator, Brooklyn Rivera, who appeared determined not to participate in any task voluntarily. She would never raise her hand to take any responsibility.

"If you wait long enough, someone else will do it. So, that's my motto," said Brooklyn.

52-year-old undercover cop Kenny Kelley said embarrassing himself was the one thing he would strive not to do. The Big Brother cast member wished to be himself and not earn a bad reputation.

Meanwhile, 33-year-old Lisa Weintraub said there was nothing she would not try. 30-year-old Tucker Des Laruriers and 50-year-old Angela Murray said they would not want a 'showmance' on the show.

Angela also added that the Big Brother viewers would never see her "bully anybody" since she did not promote that. 26-year-old VIP cocktail server, Leah Peters, said she would never "lie about something serious." Meanwhile, 22-year-old Makensy Manbeck claimed she would never reveal her vulnerabilities since it could endanger her gameplay.

The last to speak was 25-year-old nurse recruiter, Quinn Martin, who did not wish to be unnecessarily "malicious or mean."

"You can stab someone in the back and do it with all the showmanship in the world, but as long as you're being mean about it, then I'm good," said Quinn.

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Big Brother season 26 is set for a two-night premiere on Wednesday, July 17, and Thursday, July 18 at 9 pm ET only on CBS.