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Tully Smyth was a housemate on Big Brother Australia 14. She previously competed on Big Brother Australia 10.

One of the most infamous housemates in Big Brother Australia history, Tully garnered controversy in Big Brother Australia 10 when despite having a girlfriend at home, she became intimate with fellow housemate Anthony Drew. Consequently, Tully became despised by a large proportion of the Australian public, resulting in her eviction in Week 8. Tully briefly re-entered the House on Day 85 as part of the 'Freeze Task', where she whispered into Drew's ear "I'm single" and kissed him, before once again leaving the House.

Biography[]

Tully Smyth Biography

Retrieved from tvblackbox.com.au
Tully

34, VIC

Tully blasted into the Big Brother house in Season 10, always wearing her heart on her sleeve. Entering via the halfway house, Tully made it immediately clear that she wasn’t impressed with the poor living conditions.

Most famously, Tully is known as the girl who fell in love with fellow housemate Drew ­– despite having a girlfriend on the outside – committing one of the most talked about relationship betrayals seen on national TV at the time.

Known for her fierce attitude, sass and unfiltered opinions, Tully’s experience wasn’t only centred around Drew. She revelled in the highs of Big Brother’s game and developed a ‘sibling rivalry’ with her fellow housemate Tim, who knew exactly how to push her buttons and took great pleasure in doing so.

Strong-willed, passionate and big hearted, both then and now, she anticipates running straight back into Big Brother’s arms and continuing their flirtatious yet therapeutic relationship.

Eight years on, she’s graduated with a degree in journalism, hosts a hugely popular podcast, Too Much Tully, and works as a social media influencer. She is determined to not let history repeat itself as she is older, wiser, stronger, more calm and more secure.

This time around Tully goes into the Big Brother house with a boyfriend on the outside.

Why did you want to return to the Big Brother house?

I don’t believe in having regrets but there are definitely things I wish I played differently last time. Big Brother is usually a once in a lifetime opportunity so to have another chance at it, why would I say no? This time around it’s all about me. No more distractions this time, I’m here to win. I’m older, wiser and more determined than ever.

What would you do differently this time around?

I was such a fan of the show last time around; I was just psyched to be there. I was sweet and naïve and innocent. This time around, I’m a bit more clued up. I know how this game works. I get it now and I’m not screwing it up a second time.

What do you feel is the advantage of being a returning housemate?

I’m not sure there are many. It’s a totally different ball game now. The rules have changed completely. So, while I may have an advantage in, say, being comfortable filmed 24/7 or being prepared for the trolling, that unfortunately comes with everything else. I don’t feel like I have any special advantages in this new game. If anything, the eight years of growing up will be my biggest advantage.

Do you see any disadvantage to be a returning housemate?

Absolutely. There’s a target on my back from day one. People might think they know me or have a preconceived idea of me that I’m going to be working against. People might decide they don’t like me before even speaking to me! Others might think I’ve already had a chance at the 250k, why do I deserve another? It’s going to be a hard slog!

What was your previous experience in the Big Brother house like?

It was a rollercoaster to say the least. I had an absolute ball in there, but it was rough, especially the aftermath. I made some silly decisions that felt right at the time and paid a big price for it. It was a really humbling period of self-discovery. It was really dark some days, but I’ve come out on the other side better for it. Absolutely no regrets. I’m, back aren’t I? So, it can’t have been that bad![1]

Player History - Big Brother Australia 10[]

Showdown History[]

Week 1 Get A Grip Win
Words With Housemates Loss
Week 2 Twerking Win
Spelling Beam Loss
Week 3 The Mini Quiz Win
The Power of Onesie Win
Hang in There Win
Three Bags Full Win
Week 4 Blind Mans Bluff Loss
Week 5 Bucket Chuck Loss
Week 6 Pop Stars Win
Putt Up or Shut Up Loss
Long Distance Darts Illegible
Week 7 Five Against Five Loss
Week 8 Kangaroo Quiz Loss

Nominations History[]

Week Points Nominated Final Position
2 4 Mikkayla Mossop
1 Tim Dormer
3 3 Matthew Filippi Nominated
2 Xavier Holland
4 1 Jade Albany Pietrantonio Superpower Holder
2 Katie & Lucy Mercer
3 Mikkayla Mossop
5 3 Jade Albany Pietrantonio Nominated
2 Ben Zabel
6 3 Tim Dormer Nominated
2 Mikkayla Mossop
7 3 Mikkayla Mossop
2 Katie & Lucy Mercer
8 3 Jade Albany Pietrantonio Nominated
2 Mikkayla Mossop

Player History - Big Brother Australia 14[]

Competition/Task History[]

Week 1 Secret Mission Not in House
Nomination Challenge
Nomination Challenge
Nomination Challenge
Week 2 Second Chance
Luxury Challenge
Nomination Challenge Loss
Shopping Task Earned $180
Nomination Challenge Win
Panic Task Ineligible
Week 3 Second Chance Ineligible
Secret Mission Ineligible
Nomination Challenge Loss
Shopping Task Earned $360
Nomination Challenge Loss
Panic Task Ineligible
Week 4 Second Chance Ineligible
Reward Task Failed
Nomination Challenge Loss
Shopping Task Earned $300
Nomination Challenge Loss
Panic Task Ineligible
Week 5 Second Chance Ineligible
Secret Mission Ineligible
Nomination Challenge Loss
Shopping Task Earned $92.60
Nomination Challenge Loss
Panic Task Ineligible
Week 6 Second Chance Ineligible
Reward Task Failed
Nomination Challenge Loss
Shopping Task Earned $80
Nomination Challenge Loss
Panic Task Failed
Second Chance Ineligible
Week 7 Reward Task Ineligible
Nomination Challenge Loss

Voting History[]

Eviction Voting[]

Week Position Voted for With Majority?
1 Not in House
2
HOH Johnson Ashak No
3 HOH/Co-Nominator Lara Phillips Yes
Joel Notley Yes
4 Sam Manovski Yes
Aleisha Campbell No
5 Lulu Oliveira Yes
Sam Manovski Yes
Saved
Anthony Drew Yes
6 Aleisha Campbell Yes
Dave Graham Yes
Ineligible
7 Nominated Johnson Ashak No

House Nominations[]

Week Nominated Nominated By Final Position
1 Not in House
2 Jaycee Edwards Ineligible
HOH/Co-Nominator
3 Johnson Ashak
4 Dave Graham
5 Johnson Ashak Aleisha Campbell
Brenton Parkes
Johnson Ashak
Saved
6 Jules Rangiheuea

HOH Voting[]

Week Nominated Nominated By Final Position
2 No Voting HOH
3 Dave Graham Ineligible
4 Jules Rangiheuea Ineligible
5 Estelle Landy
6 Reggie Sorensen
7 Reggie Sorensen

Nominator History[]

Original Nominees Post-SC Nominees Intended Target
Day 13
Jaycee Edwards
 By House
Jaycee
Lara Phillips
 By House
Lara
Lulu Oliveira
 By House
Lulu
Lara Phillips
 Evicted
Lara
Lulu Oliveira
 By House
Lulu

Post Big Brother[]

  • After Big Brother Australia 10, Tully and her girlfriend broke up. Tully then dated Anthony Drew until the couple split in January 2014.[2]
  • Tully briefly dated The Bachelorette Australia contestant Ciarran Stott in 2020, before the latter appeared on the third season of Bachelor in Paradise Australia.
  • Tully was reportedly cast for The Challenge: Australia, but was dropped from the cast before the departure date. Had she competed, she would have played alongside Marley Biyendolo.[3]

Trivia[]

  • Tully is the lowest placing housemate from Big Brother Australia to return for another season, placing 13th on Big Brother Australia 10.
  • Tully is the only returning housemate from Big Brother Australia to place higher on a subsequent season than their previous season.

References[]

Big Brother Australia 10 Housemates
TimAU2013
JadeAU2013
TahanAU2013
DrewAU2013
BoogAU2013
EdAU2013
MaddieAU2013
MikkaylaAU2013
BenAU2013
NathanAU2013
Katie-LucyAU2013
JustynnAU2013
TullyAU2013
Tully
MatthewAU2013
HeidiAU2013
CalebAU2013
JasminAU2013
XavierAU2013
RohanAU2013
SharonAU2013
Winner
Runner-Up
Third Place
Evicted
Walked
Big Brother Australia 14 Housemates
Australia14 Small Reggie
Australia14 Small Johnson
Australia14 Small Taras
Australia14 Small Brenton
Australia14 Small Aleisha
Australia14 Small Tim
Australia14 Small Estelle
Australia14 Small Gabbie
Australia14 Small Jaycee
Australia14 Small Drew
Australia14 Small Tully
Tully
Australia14 Small Jules
Australia14 Small Dave
Australia14 Small Sam
Australia14 Small Lulu
Australia14 Small Trevor
Australia14 Small Joel
Australia14 Small Lara
Australia14 Small Layla
Australia14 Small Mel
Australia14 Small Josh
Winner
Runner-Up
Third Place
Evicted
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