Big Brother 26’s Tucker Declares Intent to Marry Rubina After Their Showmance Journey on the Show
When Tucker Des Lauriers entered the Big Brother 26 house, he was all about the game: intense strategy, fierce competitions, and relentless pursuit of victory. But amidst the drama and strategy, something else started brewing—his connection with Rubina Bernabe. The spark between Tucker and Rubina quickly evolved into one of the most closely-watched showmances of the season, captivating viewers who rooted for the unlikely pair. Now, following his departure, Tucker has fueled speculation even further by discussing the possibility of a future together, perhaps even marriage.
Speaking candidly in an interview, Tucker addressed the connection he shares with Rubina, calling it “unlike anything he expected.” He admitted that although the relationship started as “part of the game,” it soon turned into something more genuine. “When you’re isolated like that, cut off from the world, you either get closer or realize it’s not meant to be. With Rubina, everything felt natural,” he revealed. While fans might be reading into his comments, Tucker hasn’t outright confirmed any concrete plans, though he hasn’t dismissed them either. “We’ve talked about it,” Tucker said with a grin. “Nothing’s set, but Rubina is truly someone special to me.”
The pressures of the Big Brother house, where stress and isolation often create deeper bonds than in the outside world, may have contributed to their accelerated connection. Tucker, however, insists there’s something real there. “Rubina and I have a lot in common, surprisingly,” he said. “We had these late-night talks about family, life goals, and what we’d want in a partner, and she just gets me in a way I didn’t expect.” Even now, after the cameras are off, Tucker admits they’re exploring what their relationship might look like outside of the house.
But are Tucker’s hints about marriage sincere, or is he simply swept up in the emotions of a game-show romance? When pressed, he emphasized that he’s keeping his options open, yet he also seems enthusiastic about spending time with Rubina beyond the confines of the Big Brother house. “We’ll see what happens. There’s no rush, but I can’t deny she’s someone I’d consider being serious about,” he remarked. “I’ve joked about marriage, but who knows? Life’s short, right?”
Rubina, meanwhile, has been equally reserved in her post-season comments, expressing excitement about reconnecting with friends and family but leaving hints that she, too, might be interested in seeing where things go with Tucker. Fans of the show have already started campaigning on social media for the pair to officially “make it happen,” with hashtags like #TuckerAndRubinaForever trending online. But as much as fans want a fairy-tale ending, Tucker and Rubina seem to be taking it slow, remaining cautious of the pressure to commit immediately after the show.
With both of them now out in the real world, Tucker is focusing on reconnecting with family and friends—and figuring out what comes next. While he’s fielded offers from other reality shows, including possible appearances on The Challenge or Amazing Race, Tucker insists his first priority is spending time with Rubina to see if they have a future beyond Big Brother. “We’re just two people who went through a crazy experience together. Whatever comes of that, I’m grateful.”
For now, fans will have to wait and see if Tucker and Rubina’s relationship can withstand the transition from reality TV to reality. But Tucker’s openness about the possibility has left viewers with a glimmer of hope for a genuine love story beyond the Big Brother season finale.
