Australia Has Spoken: Big Brother Reveals 13th Housemate After Public Vote
Big Brother Australia’s reboot kicked off with an unprecedented twist—a public vote to select the 13th housemate. Fans faced a choice between Jane, a 67-year-old lively grandma, and Mitch, a 36-year-old nostalgic fan. Ultimately, Australia chose Jane.
Big Brother Australia's 2025 Reboot
The show has returned to Network 10 and its iconic location, the Gold Coast’s Dreamworld. The first 12 housemates were introduced, featuring diverse personalities such as a mama’s boy, a primary school teacher, and a self-described “unicorn.” Then, show host Mel Tracina announced the addition of a 13th housemate, picked by the public.
The 13th Housemate: Jane vs Mitch
- Jane: A 67-year-old described as “sassy” and “feisty,” ready to shake things up.
- Mitch: A 36-year-old who embodies nostalgia and passion for the past.
The public chose Jane as the 13th housemate, making her the lucky number 13 in the house.
Jane final housemate we won #BBAU pic.twitter.com/e95TfYcYf4
Jane enters the house as lucky #13! Bring it on, groovy granny! #BBAU #BigBrotherAU
Jane's addition brings new energy and excitement to Big Brother Australia's 2025 season.
Author's summary: The 13th housemate of Big Brother Australia 2025 was chosen by public vote, with the lively Jane edging out nostalgic Mitch to join the competition.