By Oluwapelumi Oluwayemi
Chelsie Baham has been crowned the Big Brother America Season 26 winner, securing the grand prize of $750,000.
In a two-hour season finale aired on Sunday, Baham outlasted her fellow top contestants, Makensy “MJ” Manbeck and Cam Sullivan-Brown, to claim victory.
Baham‘s win came with solid support from the jury, marking a powerful end to the competition.
Her strategic gameplay, and alliances set her apart, earning her the title of champion in this year’s edition of the reality show.
In addition to Baham’s win, Tucker was named America’s Favorite Houseguest, earning a $50,000 cash prize from the viewers’ vote.