Full Breakdown
Rome Seymour’s Eviction Marks First Showmance Exit on *Big Brother* 28
7/25/2026, 1:30:56 PM
Core Event: Eviction After 12-1 Vote
On Thursday, July 23, Rome Seymour, a 24-year-old pickleball coach from Delray Beach, Florida, became the second houseguest to leave *Big Brother* 28. A live-eviction vote of 12-1 sent him packing, ending a two-week stay in the CBS reality house.
Background & Context: Rapid Romance and Game Alliances
Seymour entered the competition as a newcomer and quickly formed a romantic connection with fellow houseguest Lyric Medeiros, 25. The pair’s relationship, described by Seymour as a “showmance,” began on the second day of filming when they reenacted a high-school locker flirtation. Their bond led to frequent cuddling, kissing, and public declarations of affection, making it the season’s first notable couple.
Strategically, Seymour’s game intersected with veteran players from *Survivor*—Rick Devens, Dee Valladares, and returning *Big Brother* alum Angela Murray. During the head-of-household (HOH) week led by Devens, a coalition of houseguests targeted Seymour, fearing his ability to unite the “other side” of the house. Devens nominated three of Seymour’s allies—Medeiros, Jason De Puy, and Melody Morris—triggering heated arguments and a subsequent loss of the Power of Veto competition, also claimed by Devens.
Data & Statistics
- Duration in the house: approximately two weeks.
- Eviction vote: 12-1 in favor of removal.
- Competitions lost: Blockbuster challenge (winner would have secured a safety net) and Power of Veto.
Official Statements & Responses
Seymour reflected on his exit, emphasizing that his public kiss with Medeiros was a pre-planned move rather than a spontaneous gesture.
Verbatim Quotes
- “I dwelled on it, I’ve thought about it, and it didn’t put any more of a target on my back than there already was,” — Rome Seymour, a pickleball coach
What’s Next
*Big Brother: Unlocked* will air a Friday episode on July 24, featuring exclusive content related to the season’s developments, including commentary on Seymour’s eviction. The main *Big Brother* series continues to broadcast on CBS Wednesdays, Thursdays and Sundays at 8 p.m. ET, with episodes available the following day on Paramount+.
