With six participants left after Marciele's elimination, Ana Paula Renault is the favorite for the R$ 5.44 million prize in BBB 26, potentially becoming the show's oldest champion. The 44-year-old from Minas Gerais returns after her expulsion from BBB 16 and has driven controversies this season. The final is set for April 21.
Ana Paula Renault, 44, from Minas Gerais and a BBB 16 veteran expelled 10 years ago, is the favorite to win BBB 26. At 44, she would surpass Marcelo Dourado's record as champion of BBB 10 at 37. Other older winners include Thelma Assis (BBB 20, 35) and Mara Viana, Arthur Aguiar, Renata Saldanha (33, editions 6, 22, 25).
After Marciele's exit, six finalists remain: Ana Paula, Gabriela Saporito (21, psychology student from São Paulo), Jordana Morais (29, lawyer and influencer from Brasília), Juliano Floss (21, influencer from Chapecó-SC), Leandro Rocha (42, cultural producer from Bahia), and Milena Moreira Lages (27, child recreator from Minas Gerais).
Ana Paula has been the protagonist since day one, with clashes leading to Aline Campos' elimination, Sol Vega's expulsion, and Samira Sagr's rejection. Controversies feature over-40 participants like Jonas Sulzbach (40), Babu Santana (46), Sol (47), Alberto Cowboy (49), and Solange Couto (69).
Milena is Ana Paula's main ally, while Gabriela survived dynamics like Casa de Vidro and Quarto Branco. Globo's reality final is on April 21.