CBS has announced a few twists that “Big Brother” fans can expect to see when the show returns for Season 27, including one that even surprised host Julie Chen Moonves.

Big Brother has unveiled a new cast of scheming players, and teased the mysterious returning alum. We have a theory!

The houseguests of Big Brother 27 have been announced, and before you tune into the special premiere on Thursday, July 10, you should get familiar with the cast — including those from the New Jersey-New York metro area. Here are the Big Brother 27 houseguests with regional ties.

The cast of "Big Brother" Season 27 has been revealed — with one "Mystery Player" set to make a surprise entrance.

Big Brother follows a group of people living together in a house outfitted with more than 100 cameras and 100 microphones, recording their every move 24 hours a day. Each week, someone will be voted out of the house, with the last remaining Houseguest receiving the grand prize of $750,000.