Explosive Reactions! Big Brother’s Tucker & Rubina Shocked by Matt & Makensy’s Surprising Romance Twist!
The world of Big Brother is never short on surprises, but no one saw this romantic twist coming! While the focus had been on Tucker Des Lauriers and Rubina Bernabe’s blossoming romance, it turns out that Matt Hardeman and Makensy Manbeck had a shocking revelation of their own—one that left even Tucker and Rubina in disbelief.
Matt and Makensy, both former houseguests on Big Brother season 26, had largely flown under the radar post-show, despite subtle hints of a deepening bond. Now, the duo has made their relationship public in a grand way, taking the Big Brother fanbase—and their fellow contestants—completely off guard.
“We just didn’t think anyone had noticed us much in the house,” Makensy admitted exclusively to Us Weekly. “We weren’t as showy about our connection as some other couples, so to see the shock on Tucker and Rubina’s faces when we told them was priceless!”
It was an unexpected moment for Tucker and Rubina, who had believed they were the standout couple from season 26. Tucker even joked, “Wait, so all this time we thought we were the love story of the season, and these two just swooped in and stole our thunder?”
The real kicker? Matt and Makensy have been quietly planning a major life step together. While Tucker and Rubina are navigating their long-distance relationship from New York to California, Matt and Makensy are taking a more concrete approach.
“I’m moving to Atlanta,” Makensy revealed. “It just felt right. After everything we’ve been through, it’s time to take this relationship seriously. Plus, I’m not sure Matt could survive without me reminding him to pay his bills on time.”
Matt, who was eliminated early in the Big Brother season, admitted he wasn’t sure where things stood with Makensy until they reconnected after nearly 80 days apart. Now, there’s no doubt in his mind that she’s the one.
“When we finally had the chance to talk, it was like nothing had changed,” Matt shared. “We picked up right where we left off, and it just felt… right.”
While Tucker and Rubina continue to fight the challenges of a cross-country romance, they couldn’t help but cheer on Matt and Makensy’s next chapter—even if it did steal a little of their spotlight.
“Honestly, good for them,” Rubina said. “I mean, I would’ve bet on anyone else from the house before them, but hey, love works in mysterious ways.”
With Matt and Makensy’s bombshell announcement, one thing is for sure—Big Brother might be over, but the drama and romance are far from finished!
