Julie Chen Moonves misses live eviction episode of ‘Big Brother’ for first time after testing positive for COVID; Guest host replacement announced | Big Brother, Jerry O’Connell, Julie Chen | Just Jared: Celebrity news and gossip

Expect the unexpected is right – For the first time ever, Julie Chen Moonves will NOT Big Brother Live episode on the eviction!

The long-time host of the CBS The competition series has never missed a live eviction in the 24 years the show has been on the air.

However, she announced that she will miss TONIGHT’s episode (September 12) because she tested positive for COVID-19.

Read on to find out more…

While Julie is on sick leave, The conversation Co-moderator Jerry O’Connell will take her place and host this week’s live eviction.

“Friday morning I woke up with a sore throat and went to see my good friend who is an ENT doctor,” she said in a message on Instagram. “That evening he called and said I had Covid. Luckily this is only my second time and it was very mild! No fever and just a sore throat.”

“Unfortunately, as of this morning, I still tested positive… although I’m feeling good and strong and my cough is gone, I have to sit out the live Big Brother eviction show tonight,” she continued. “Thank you to Jerry O’Connell for stepping in for me. I hope Jerry fits into my dress, has fun and tells the houseguests I miss them but will be watching from home.”

“See? Chenbot is only human! Love each other and enjoy the show tonight,” she concluded.

Big BrotherIn the live eviction show on Thursday (September 12th) either Kimo or Quinn and become the first judge of the season. Tune in tonight live on CBS!