by Gina Scarpa

Elissa and Helen have their backs against the wall in the Big Brother house, without the votes necessary to blindside Nick and get him out. Time to get to work! The pair campaigns vigorously to turn the tide and get some more people on their side, starting with Andy, then Jessie. Amanda, who's totally on board to get rid of Nick tries to convince McCrae that it's in his best interest to keep Amanda and use her as the MVP each week.

On to the topic of the season: Aaryn and her comments. Many houseguests are offended by the things she's been saying, so Amanda takes it upon herself to bring it to her attention. Unfortunately, the conversation doesn't go according to plan and Aaryn is totally on the defensive. She doesn't see anything wrong with what she's said and not only will she not apologize, she's annoyed to be even talking about it. It's unfortunate that she's uninterested in the perception people have of her.

Before the vote, the three nominees make their speeches. Elissa thanks America for the support, Nick makes a bunch of random inside jokes, and Helen says she refuses to campaign against the other two (except she seriously went to work again Nick this week). Both Spencer and McCrae decide to cut ties with The Moving Company and by a vote of 7-4, Nick is sent packing. Gina Marie cannot handle the shock, bursting into a fit of hysterical tears. The same people that blindsided him have a hard time listening to her wail and a few tear up as well.

Last night, the Big Brother Xpress dropped off deliveries with clues that the houseguests will need if they want to win HOH.  Outside in the yard during the live show, they're quizzed on the things that they memorized.  Jeremy and Judd are the first out, and after several questions, the group is whittled down to Helen, Kaitlin, Howard, Jessie, and McCrae who go to a sudden death round.  The victory goes to HELEN!!

Find out who Helen nominates for eviction on Big Brother, Sunday at 8/7c on CBS.

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