Caleb Reynolds of BB16 posted homophobic and racist comments

Big Brother 16 is almost here and the popular CBS reality show already has another controversy on its hands as it’s been revealed that newly announced contestant Caleb Reynolds posted homophobic and racist comments online.

Nearly 2 years ago the 26-year-old adventure hunting guide who describes himself as “loyal, talented and charming” from Hopkinsville, Kentucky posted an image in which he expressed his displeasure with the reelection of President Barack Obama. The comment in and of itself was pretty innocuous but it was a reply from Reynolds to someone in the comments thread that is fanning the flames of another scandal.

Here is a screen grab of the post from his Instagram account which has since been deleted:

Here’s what Caleb Reynolds posted in defense of his position against Obama:

“You believe in murder? You agree with f*gs? I guess so but I don’t agree with murdering A innocent baby which he clearly doesn’t mind. Nothin has changed these last four years. You know it. Your just a democrat that wants that Muslim mo*key in office. I’m done with you, your dismissed.”

Via Twitter, Caleb’s mother shared the following video posted to YouTube of a friend defending Caleb – arguing that he is not a racist:

Here’s Caleb Reynold’s bio info and cast photo via CBS:

Age: 26
Hometown: Dallas, Texas
Current City: Hopkinsville, Ky.
Occupation: Adventure Hunting Guide
Three adjectives that describe you: Loyal, talented and charming.
Favorite Activities: Horseback riding, rock climbing, going to the gym, riding bikes, hunting and fishing.
What do you think will be the most difficult part about living inside the Big Brother house: The most difficult part is being watched at all times, because everything I’m doing my family back at home is watching. Also, throwing a sexy girl that likes me under the bus will be hard but I will do what I have to do, so kiss me, lay with me, have sex with me, tell me you love me, I’m still in it to win.
Do you have a strategy for winning Big Brother: Yes I have a strategy, I will make sure I have the ladies in my pocket.
Which past Big Brother cast member did you like most: I liked Hayden because he has the same mindset that I would have had in the house. He plays his cards right even if he has a bad hand and he makes his cards work to his advantage.

What are you afraid of: I’m not a fan of clowns, but other than that I’m pretty fearless.
What is the accomplishment you are most proud of: My military service.
Finish this sentence, My life’s motto is: If you want something bad enough, do whatever you got to do to get it; no matter the consequence.
What would you take into the house and why: My bible just to get my daily word in and scriptures to give me guidance and peace. I would take my iPod to put me to sleep, to jam out and to listen to when I hit the weights in the yard. Also, my hair products and hygiene kit so I smell good and look good for the ladies.
What would you do if Big Brother made you famous: I would give back to the people that have helped me and held my hand through my struggles, and I would try my best not to turn into another Justin Bieber.

Caleb joined the army after high school and was a prison guard in Iraq. He and his family run a hunting business, and his favorite movie is The Notebook.