While Moonves’ disappearance was short-lived, the introduction of The Mastermind, an ominous figure in a creepy red mask, teased some of the numerous secrets of the house, including the HoH relic at the heart of the night’s second competition.

Big Brother 27,' hosted by Julie Chen Moonves, premieres on Thursday,. See which houseguests are in power as HoH, who is nominated and who has been evicted so far

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.

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