Fans of “Big Brother” first got to know Enzo Palumbo in 2010 during Season 12 of the round-the-clock surveillance reality show. The New Jersey native immediately stood out to audiences for this theatrical, take-no-prisoners style and games (he described himself as “funny, cool, and obnoxious”). Despite not being a competition monster, Palumbo made it to finale night thanks to his excellent social skills. Palumbo was a founding member of “The Brigade,” an all-male alliance, at the beginning of Season 12. As a result of The Brigade’s dominance over their rivals, Palumbo and two other members of his alliance made it to the Final 3. The “Meow-Meow” ultimately came in third place in the Final HOH challenges and was eliminated since she was unable to win.
Enzo was more than happy to return to the BB House for “Big Brother: All Stars” back in 2020, despite the fact that he didn’t win the first time. Enzo immediately partnered up with “Big Brother” repeat contestant Cody Calafiore without the Brigade by his side, once more depending on his social game. His plan was successful, and Calafiore chose Enzo to be his seatmate in the Final 2, but the judges unanimously decided Calafiore should win. Enzo was never put forward for eviction during Season 22, which is a remarkable accomplishment in “Big Brother,” according to Entertainment Weekly.
What has Palumbo been doing since his time on Season 12 of “Big Brother”?
Enzo was up for ‘The Challenge’
Nothing can stop Enzo Palumbo from competing all the way to the finish. After finishing in second place on “Big Brother: All Stars,” Palumbo made the decision to try out yet another illustrious reality competition. Palumbo joined the roster of “The Challenge: USA,” an MTV version of the venerable program “The Challenge,” earlier this year. Palumbo rose to fame on the program for his tenacity after he made it through the elimination arena three times before the last task.
But regrettably, the last obstacle was too much for the New Jersey native. Participants were partnered up for the competition’s initial run. The only catch was that if one individual chose to withdraw from the tournament, their companion would also be disqualified. Palumbo was paired with Desi Williams, a former “Survivor” candidate who withdrew from the competition during the swimming portion of the first leg due to a recent development in his phobia of the sea.
“I was in my brain even before I was tossed into the sea. It’s chilly and choppy. I’m not even interested in being here. my perspective was incorrect, “Palumbo said in a Parade interview. “I’m proud of myself because I gave it everything I had and it took me to the finals. I detest how things came to an end. But because I’m a human, I have shortcomings and need to improve in several areas. I did, however, apologise to Desi.”
Family is number one for the reality TV alum
Enzo Palumbo is a total family man when he isn’t appearing on reality television. Enzo frequently acknowledged his then-wife Joella and their little daughter Gia on “Big Brother” during Season 12. Joella and Enzo welcomed a son called Nico shortly after leaving the show. Enzo tragically admitted that he and Joella had a “messy divorce” prior to his appearance on “Big Brother: All-Stars” in an interview with ET. According to his Instagram, Enzo has been putting a lot of effort into spending time with his kids and keeping up the physique that made him renowned on “Big Brother.”
When asked by Us Weekly if he would come back to compete for the $500,000 “Big Brother” prize once more, Enzo said that he would, even though he would be a “target” for his prior third and second-place performances. But Enzo also aspires to be a part of “Survivor,” another reality show. The reality TV guru predicted to Entertainment Weekly that he will make it to the survival show’s grand finale. I always believe in myself, I always feel like I find a way, I’m my biggest supporter,” he said. “Man, the proof is in the eating. I always make it to the conclusion of these games when I play them.”
