BIG Brother's new villain Rylie Jeffries has broken his silence on fans' claims he mistreated his housemate Katherine Woodman.

In an interview with Entertainment Weekly , pro bull rider Rylie , 27, said he feels "misunderstood" by viewers of the CBS hit reality show.

Speaking for the first time outside of the house after his shock eviction on August 21, the Big Brother star said: "I understand how things may have come across, but I speak with passion.

"I love with my whole heart, and maybe that intensity was misunderstood.

"I would never intentionally disrespect anyone, especially Katherine. I respect her deeply, and she’s her own person, makes her own choices.

"I think some moments just don’t reflect who I truly am. My intentions have always come from a place of care and lo

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