Everyone is buzzing with excitement as CBS has officially announced the renewal of The Amazing Race for season 38, scheduled to premiere in the fall of 2025. This new season is rumored to feature a Big Brother theme, showcasing contestants drawn from the network’s popular reality show.
Fans can anticipate the show to air on Wednesday nights at 9:30 p.m. ET, immediately following Survivor, although the exact premiere date is still pending. While CBS has yet to confirm the competitors, leaked information suggests that the season will include 13 teams of two, primarily consisting of former Big Brother houseguests.
Some notable rumored contestants are Angela Murray from Big Brother 26, who will race alongside her daughter Lexi, and Vincenzo “Enzo” Palumbo from seasons 12 and 22, paired with his brother, Giacomo. Additionally, other rumored participants include siblings, friends, and couples like Big Brother 23’s Hannah Chaddha and her sister Simone, and Big Brother 25’s Isabel “Izzy” Gleicher with her fiancé, Paige Seber.
Popular host Phil Keoghan is set to return to guide viewers through the thrilling competition. Interestingly, former houseguest Janelle Pierzina revealed via social media that she declined an invitation to participate due to financial constraints, a sentiment echoed by fellow veteran Xavier Prather.
Filming for season 38 took place from March 17 to April 9, 2025, with teams spotted in various picturesque locations, including Hoorn in the Netherlands and other countries like the Czech Republic, Romania, Croatia, and Italy.
The blend of these two beloved reality franchises promises to deliver engaging challenges and memorable moments as fans eagerly await the return of The Amazing Race. This crossover not only excites longtime viewers but also reinvigorates the competitive spirit of reality TV, showcasing the resilience and camaraderie among its contestants.