In a dramatic turn of events on "Big Brother 27," Amy Bingham, a 43-year-old insurance agent, was unanimously evicted in the second week of the game, leaving the house buzzing with speculation and shifting alliances. Her departure, marked by a 13-0 vote over fellow contestant Will Williams, has shed light on the complex social dynamics and strategic gameplay that defined the early weeks of this season, famously dubbed the "Summer of Mystery."
Amy's eviction was not just a simple vote-out but the culmination of a series of intricate moves and missteps within the Hotel Mystère-themed house. From the outset, her close friendship with returning champion Rachel Reilly, a "Big Brother 13" winner and a revered figure in the game, painted a target on her back. According to Amy, this alliance made her a prime candidate for nomination even before the live feeds went live, a period shrouded in secrecy to keep Rachel's return under wraps.
"So initially what people don’t see is the live feeds from Tuesday to Sunday, before Showergate happened, right away people were saying, ‘You’re putting yourself as a target because you’re close with Rachel, you’ve got to distance yourself, you can’t be close with her. They want her out,'" Amy told The Post. This early targeting was compounded by the fact that Rachel was safe from eviction in the first week due to her late entry and Have-Not status, leaving Amy as the closest vulnerable ally.
Adding to the tension was the infamous "Showergate" scandal, where houseguest Ashley Hollis took a two-hour shower in the Head of Household (HOH) bathroom, sparking outrage and leading to Ashley’s nomination. Amy’s emotional response to Vince Panaro’s decision to nominate Ashley resulted in Amy herself being put on the block alongside Ashley. However, Amy clarified that her week one nomination was primarily due to her connection with Rachel, not the Showergate incident.
Despite surviving the first eviction, Amy’s troubles escalated in week two under the reign of HOH Jimmy Heagerty. She was named as a replacement nominee and ultimately evicted by a unanimous vote. Amy attributes her downfall not to her alliance with Rachel but to a critical mistake in gameplay: confiding in Vince Panaro about her distrust of Jimmy Heagerty, whom she famously labeled a "lying snake."
"He’s a liar. He lies all the time − all the time to everybody. I caught it on day two," Amy revealed in an interview following her eviction. "I talk a lot, and I'm honest to a fault. I don't have a filter. I'll just say what I think and feel ... and I shouldn't have done that. That was stupid." This candid admission highlights the perils of honesty in a game built on deception and strategy.
Her decision to call out Jimmy publicly as she left the house was a final act of defiance. "I knew I was going out the door anyway if I didn’t win the Blockbuster," she said, referring to a crucial competition that could have saved her. "It was already like a done deal. So once I didn’t win the Blockbuster, which sucks, I knew I was going home for sure." Amy’s warning to the remaining houseguests was clear: "Go after Jimmy next because he's a snake and a liar."
Throughout her time in the house, Amy formed a deep bond with Rachel Reilly, describing her as an "icon" both in and out of the game. Post-eviction, Amy was surprised to learn how fiercely Rachel had campaigned for her to stay. "I would've done the same for her because I wanted her in the house just as much as she wanted me, but she was never in that position," Amy said. Their friendship, though it ultimately made Amy a target, remains a bright spot in her "Big Brother" experience.
Amy also expressed concern for Rachel’s repeated attempts to work with house pariah Keanu Soto, despite his consistent dishonesty. "I told her too ... 'You've tried so many times with him, and he keeps lying to you. We had this conversation multiple times. You can't trust this man,'" Amy said. She hopes Rachel’s goodwill doesn’t backfire on her game.
As the house adjusts to Amy’s eviction, the competition heats up. The latest Head of Household competition, "Twin Witness News," saw Lauren emerge victorious, defeating Mickey Lee in a contest of true or false questions about confusing eyewitness interviews. Lauren, now HOH, faced immediate pressure from housemates to maintain the status quo, ultimately nominating Keanu, Kelley, and Will for eviction. This conservative strategy reflects the majority's desire to avoid rocking the boat after the first two weeks of upheaval.
The season continues to spotlight strategic players like Vince Panaro, Mickey Lee, and Morgan Pope, all of whom are navigating the complex social landscape with skill. Amy praised their gameplay, stating, "Vinny is playing a very good game right now. Very good game. He's kind of in the right places with the right people. Mickey and Morgan are also playing a very good game. I love them. I would love for one of them to win." Meanwhile, Rachel and Ashley Hollis remain fan favorites, with Amy rooting for either to claim the $750,000 grand prize.
"Big Brother 27" airs Sundays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and every other Friday at 8 p.m. EDT on CBS and Paramount+, captivating audiences with its blend of mystery, strategy, and human drama. Amy Bingham’s brief but impactful stint on the show has left a lasting impression, reminding viewers that in the game of "Big Brother," alliances can be both a lifeline and a liability, and sometimes, honesty is the most dangerous game of all.
