In a dramatic turn of events on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, Aline Patriarca became the twelfth contestant eliminated from the reality show Big Brother Brasil 25 (BBB 25). The elimination was the result of a highly competitive 10th round, where Aline faced off against fellow contestants Maike Cruz and Diego Hypolito.
During her elimination speech, host Tadeu Schmidt announced that the public had cast an astonishing total of over 209 million votes, marking it as one of the most engaged voting rounds in the history of the show. Schmidt revealed the results, showcasing Aline receiving 51.73% of the votes to leave the house, while Maike and Diego trailed with 47.34% and 0.93%, respectively. This elimination round has the third-highest number of votes since BBB implemented the dual voting system.
Aline's nomination was initiated by the current leader, Renata Saldanha, who put her on the eviction list alongside Diego Hypolito and Maike Cruz.
As the voting results rolled in, viewers were kept on the edge of their seats. Polls leading up to the official result indicated a tight competition, with Aline initially leading in some, garnering up to 53.37% rejection in the preliminary news polls tracked by Notícias da TV, while Maike had 43.14% and Diego lagged behind at 3.48%.
Another poll conducted by UOL further complicated the scenario as it showed Maike as the front-runner for elimination with 50.92% against Aline's 47.81% and Diego at a marginal 1.26%. As the final votes counted down, tensions rose among the fans and supporters of the contestants.
In his poignant speech, Tadeu Schmidt highlighted the shifting dynamics within the house, noting how the last three contestants eliminated had come from the same alliance, which no longer existed. Schmidt quipped, “We have a new situation in the house...two very distinct groups.” He emphasized the importance of adopting a combative stance to stay in the game but reminded contestants that this is not a guarantee of victory.
“Assuming the combative posture expected from a Big Brother player is crucial, but it does not guarantee the title nor ensure a safe return from the 10th Paredão,” he cautioned, pointing out that even the most determined might still face elimination based on varied factors including public perception and popularity.
Schmidt also acknowledged Aline's authentic involvement in the game, noting her expressive speeches and determination to stand firm amidst the competition. He illustrated Aline's character by stating, “...that girl wants to have a voice, and woe to those who don’t want to listen to her!” This statement resonated with many fans who believed Aline’s strong personality was a vital aspect of her time on the show.
As for the voting specifics, Aline’s average vote percentage stood at 51.73%, with a unique vote tally of 45.10% and a fan-driven vote of 58.36%. Maike, who is now left vying for his place in the house, secured 47.34% of the total votes, noting he received 53.32% in the unique vote and 41.36% through fan mobilization. Diego Hypolito had a challenging run, with averages reflecting but a mere 0.93%, showing that he had not managed to engage the audience profoundly.
In the aftermath of this eviction, the camaraderie among those remaining in the house will undoubtedly be tested. They will need to follow strategic group dynamics developed in light of Aline’s exit. The larger narrative of the competition paints an ongoing saga not only of individual aspirations but also of alliances forming and dissolving as contestants vie for supremacy in one of Brazil’s most popular reality shows.
