Big Brother 2026: Ilary Blasi nears confirmation as host, casting calls open

News from Mediaset: Ilary Blasi she would be close to being confirmed as host of the Big Brother for the next edition, scheduled for autumn 2026. The Biscione's choice seems oriented towards focusing on a single edition of the reality show, putting an end to the dual hosting that had characterized the last few seasons.

The future of GF

According to rumours, Mediaset has decided to unify the two versions Big Brother (both regular and VIP) in a single format, with Ilary Blasi as the main character. The Roman host, who previously hosted Big Brother VIP in recent seasons, brought a fresh approach and a diverse audience, convincing the management to focus on her.

Casting for the new edition is already open, while the future of remains in the balance Simona Ventura, who had conducted the NIP (Not Intellectually Prepared) edition and who could now be excluded from the project.

What we know so far

• Ilary Blasi she is the favorite to host Big Brother 2026 alone
• Open casting calls for the selection of competitors
• Unique edition: no more double GF (classic and VIP), but a single unified reality show
• Autumn, 2026: the scheduled departure on Channel 5
• The future of Simona Ventura it's still uncertain

The Mediaset strategy

The decision to focus on a single Big Brother is part of a broader strategy to streamline Mediaset's schedules. With L'Isola dei Famosi already in production and Temptation Island already on the air, Mediaset is aiming to focus resources on its flagship format, entrusting it to a proven host like Ilary Blasi.