Who are the final three on the season 26 finale of Big Brother?

It all began back in the middle of July, but now, as we reach the conclusion of the Big Brother 26 reality adventure, 16 contestants looking for fame – and a sizeable payout – have been whittled down to just three.

It’s certainly been emotional, but Sunday sees one hopeful walk away with the coveted $750,000 prize and everything else that this opportunity brings with it. The final trio are an eclectic mix, each having brought their own flair and strategy to the game.

Big Brother 26: the final three

First up, we have Chelsie Baham, a non-profit director from California, who has emerged as the queen of competitions this season.

With four Head of Household (HOH) wins under her belt (and a potential fifth in the finale), she’s been a force to be reckoned with. Her savvy game play and strong social bonds have many pegging her as the frontrunner. If she does snag that final HOH title, it’s hard to see anyone stopping her from taking home the cash.

But standing in her way is Makensy Manbeck, a construction project manager from Houston who’s been just as fierce in her own right.

Makensy has racked up two HOH victories and an impressive five Veto wins - plus, she’s been a standout in those tricky AI-themed challenges. While Chelsie’s been commanding the house, Makensy’s been quietly building her own case for why she should win, one Veto at a time.

And then there’s Cam Sullivan-Brown, the underdog of the trio. A physical therapist from Maryland, Cam has charmed his way through the social side of the game.

But, with fewer competition wins to his name, he’ll have to rely on his other factors to sway the jury in his favor, always a tricky tightrope to walk. Still, stranger things have happened in Big Brother finales, and if Cam can manage to pull off an upset, it would be one for the books.

When is the Big Brother season 26 finale?

The Big Brother 26 season is expected to come to a dramatic close in the final program, which airs on Sunday, October 13. The two-hour episode is from 9-11 p.m. ET / 6-9 p.m. PT. You don’t want to miss it!