As “Big Brother” Season 27 nears its finale, one of the most hotly anticipated outcomes remains: who will be crowned America’s Favorite Player (AFP)? Fans cast their votes to gift $50,000 to the houseguest who resonated most throughout the season. Julie reveals the winner below.
Last season, viewers selected Tucker Des Lauriers as AFP for “Big Brother” 26, rewarding his bold, adventurous gameplay. See if poll data and fan discussion lined up to an accurate result of an AFP winner on season 27.
Who Chen Announces as America’s Favorite Player
Keanu Soto is revealed to win AFP with Rachel Reilly and Will Williams in second and third place. After winning his way off the block through Power of Veto competitions and Blockbusters, Keanu won the final possible award in America’s Favorite Player. The “Big Brother” perjurers were also in attendance to see the results.
Runner-Ups & Other Contenders
Winning America’s Favorite Player requires more than gameplay: it demands connection with viewers, memorable moments, and consistent visibility. The fan-vote structure rewards those who made the audience laugh, cry, or cheer—not necessarily those who dominated competitions. Polls suggest that Keanu’s underdog trajectory and Rachel’s veteran status give them complementary strengths: Keanu appeals through unexpected resilience; Rachel commands attention through reputation and memorable story arcs. Historic precedents, like Jeff Schroeder winning AFP in “Big Brother” 13 despite not taking the grand prize, remind us that fan favorites often win via emotional investment rather than gameplay alone.
Will was In third place for this prize. His dad-style presence in the house resonated with viewers. One of his best friends in the house, Rachel, joins him as a runner-up in second place.
Last Season’s AFP: Setting the Standard
In “Big Brother” Season 26, Tucker Des Lauriers won America’s Favorite Player and the accompanying $50,000 prize. His animated presence and willingness to take big risks made him a stand-out among fans. Although he did not win the main game—that honor went to Chelsie Baham—Tucker’s AFP win underscored how viewer affection can diverge from competition outcomes. That precedent gives context to Season 27’s vote: AFP often goes to someone who captured hearts, sparked conversation, or became symbolic of the season in ways beyond the jury vote.
