A Reality Star Back in the Soap Spotlight

This November, The Bold and the Beautiful will welcome back a familiar face from both daytime and reality TV. Former Big Brother winner Rachel Reilly is set to reprise her role as Bikini Bar server Rachel, nearly a decade after her last appearance on the CBS soap.

Entertainment Weekly confirmed that Reilly, who first appeared on B&B between 2010 and 2014, will return in a storyline with a unique twist. While still working at the Bikini Bar, Rachel now has a surprising side hustle—as an energy healer and spiritual cleanser.

A Playful Nod to Big Brother

Fans of Reilly’s reality TV past will notice an Easter egg in her character’s backstory. According to EW, Rachel’s “experiences with toxic houses” are a cheeky reference to her time competing on Big Brother.

Reilly most recently returned to the franchise in summer 2025 to compete in Big Brother season 27, shaking up the house with her signature mix of boldness and drama. Now, she’s ready to bring that same energy back to B&B.

“I shook the Big Brother 27 house with boldness, beauty, and a touch of betrayal,” Reilly told EW. “So naturally, I’m stepping back into the Forrester world—where drama meets couture. As an icon, I serve both and couldn’t be more excited to be back.”

When to Watch

Reilly will appear in two new episodes, airing Thursday, November 13, and Friday, November 14. She filmed her comeback on September 30 and will share scenes with Don Diamont (Bill Spencer), Heather Tom (Katie Logan), and Scott Clifton (Liam Spencer).

Casey Kasprzyk, supervising producer for B&B, confirmed the news by sharing the announcement on social media, while Reilly herself celebrated the return on Instagram.

A Career Beyond the House

Beyond Big Brother and B&B, Rachel Reilly has built an impressive resume. She has competed on The Amazing Race twice, as well as The Traitors, Celebrity Fear Factor, and Snake in the Grass. Off-screen, she has worked behind the scenes in casting for reality and game shows including Card Sharks, Press Your Luck, and Match Game.

Reilly, who welcomed her first child in 2016, now balances her career between television appearances and her work in production. But this fall, it’s all about stepping back into the glamorous, drama-filled world of The Bold and the Beautiful.