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Big Brother's 25-year journey from raunchy nudity to 'family friendly'
Key takeaways
- The cast of the first season of Big Brother Australia before going into the house in 2001.
- When Channel 10's Big Brother reboot soft launched onto Australian screens at the end of 2025, the approach was short, sharp and maximised to reach the most eyes possible.
- Instead of being confined to a television broadcast or the network's website, the month-long season would be beamed across social media platforms — including a 24-hour stream on TikTok.
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The cast of the first season of Big Brother Australia before going into the house in 2001. (AAP: Dave Hunt)
Link copied Share Share article Welcome to Cheat Sheet, where we give you all the intel you need about iconic shows! In honour of its 25th birthday and the recent announcement of a 2026 season, this month we’re looking at landmark reality TV show Big Brother Australia.
When Channel 10's Big Brother reboot soft launched onto Australian screens at the end of 2025, the approach was short, sharp and maximised to reach the most eyes possible.
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