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Levi Banks Exits Big Brother 28, Yash Patel Replaces Him

7/10/2026

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Levi Banks withdrew from CBS's Big Brother Season 28 before filming began.
He said the show was not the right fit and announced his exit via Instagram.
He remains on good terms with CBS, the series, and the other participants.
Yash Patel will replace him as a Houseguest in a competition that awards a $750,000 cash prize.
Banks will watch the Thursday premiere, a 90-minute episode at 8 p.m. ET/PT.

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Levi Banks withdrew from CBS's Big Brother Season 28 before filming began.
He said the show was not the right fit and announced his exit via Instagram.
He remains on good terms with CBS, the series, and the other participants.
Yash Patel will replace him as a Houseguest in a competition that awards a $750,000 cash prize.
Banks will watch the Thursday premiere, a 90-minute episode at 8 p.m. ET/PT.