hot single moms [and a gay man who is] not hairy like Bunky." He later elaborated, stating "I would say, speaking of eye candy, I would say everybody's sweet tooth in America will be more than satiated." This season featured a total of six men and six women. Gerry Lancaster was the oldest housemate this season, and was a middle school teacher. Marcellas Reynolds was openly gay, while four HouseGuests this season had children. House The house used for the third season was a one story house with four bedrooms, a kitchen and dining room, and one bathroom. It was the same house used for the prior season, which was an estimated 2,400 feet. The lot used for the house was located at the CBS Studio Center in Hollywood. During their stay in the house, the HouseGuests were required to wear microphones at all times, ensuring everything they said in the house was heard. Throughout the house there are two way mirrors lined against the walls, with a production team filming behind them. The bedrooms featured infrared night vision cameras, allowing the cameras to continue filming while the lights were off. The house was re-decorated from the previous season, and featured a "modern Asian influenced" look. The kitchen yet again featured the round table used last year, and featured a camera in the center. The couches in the living room were a light green, while the chairs for the nominees were a bright purple; a fireplace was placed behind these chairs. The bright purple was used throughout the house in the walls and furniture. The "reptile room" featured two bearded dragons in a cage, and required four HouseGuests to sleep in three beds. There was also a beach-themed room with bright blue walls and palm trees. The adjoining room, separated only by a plexi-glass wall, featured only four cots for the HouseGuests to sleep on. One of the cots was made of bamboo, and the room had a brown and light green color scheme. The fourth bedroom is the Head of Household room. The HoH for the week has this room, which features perks such as privacy, laundry service, and pictures from home. The backyard featured a patio area for the HouseGuests to sit, as well as a pool, jacuzzi, and basketball court. The Diary Room featured a light green chair, along with the bright purple walls on display throughout