Survivor History

"Greatest of the Greats" - Boston Rob Mariano, Ethan Zohn and Ben Driebergen returns to compete on SURVIVOR: WINNERS AT WAR, when the Emmy Award-winning series returns for its 40th season, with a special 2-hour premiere, Wednesday, Feb. 12 (8:00-10 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. Photo: Robert Voets/CBS Entertainment ©2020 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved

The history of improper coconut etiquette in Survivor

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Jeff Probst reveals the Survivor player who 'doesn't get enough love'

5 saltiest Tribal Council exits in Survivor history

The 3 Survivor 48 players who haven't received any votes so far

“My Enemies Are Plottin’” – The reward challenge is good enough to sing for when Jeff announces what is on the line for the winners. A rice negotiation with Jeff is completed in almost record time. Then, at tribal it’s a toss-up when two players on the bottom begin to target each other, on SURVIVOR, Wednesday, April 30 (8:00-9:30 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network, and available to stream on Paramount+ (live and on demand for Paramount+ with SHOWTIME subscribers, or on demand for

Rachel LaMont praises Survivor 48's secret alliance: 'It's so impressive to see'

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“My Enemies Are Plottin’” – The reward challenge is good enough to sing for when Jeff announces what is on the line for the winners. A rice negotiation with Jeff is completed in almost record time. Then, at tribal it’s a toss-up when two players on the bottom begin to target each other, on SURVIVOR, Wednesday, April 30 (8:00-9:30 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network, and available to stream on Paramount+ (live and on demand for Paramount+ with SHOWTIME subscribers, or on demand for

Survivor 48's Joe Hunter is closing in on a historic Survivor record

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Kim Spradlin on SURVIVOR: WINNERS AT WAR, on the CBS Television Network. Photo: Robert Voets/CBS Entertainment ©2020 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved

5 best strategic women in Survivor history

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"This is Extortion - Denise Stapley and the rest of the Islanders compete for Immunity on the Eleventh episode of SURVIVOR: WINNERS AT WAR, airing Wednesday, April 22nd (8:00-9:01 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. Photo: Screen Grab/CBS Entertainment ©2020 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved

10 most memorable characters from the first 40 seasons of Survivor

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“A Rift Between All of Us” – Bonds are revealed when castaways are forced to divide into pairs for this week’s immunity challenge. Then, the challenge reward meal isn’t the day’s only prize – one castaway finds an advantage hidden among their food, on SURVIVOR, Wednesday, April 16 (8:00-9:30 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network, and streaming on Paramount+ (live and on-demand for Paramount+ with SHOWTIME subscribers, or on-demand for Paramount+ Essential subscribers the day after the episode

Jeff Probst thought Survivor was 'doomed' after an iconic villain won

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“A Rift Between All of Us” – Bonds are revealed when castaways are forced to divide into pairs for this week’s immunity challenge. Then, the challenge reward meal isn’t the day’s only prize – one castaway finds an advantage hidden among their food, on SURVIVOR, Wednesday, April 16 (8:00-9:30 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network, and streaming on Paramount+ (live and on-demand for Paramount+ with SHOWTIME subscribers, or on-demand for Paramount+ Essential subscribers the day after the episode

5 most underappreciated Survivor players of all time

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"Survivor: China" Finale

5 old school Survivor players who would dominate in the New Era

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“A Rift Between All of Us” – Bonds are revealed when castaways are forced to divide into pairs for this week’s immunity challenge. Then, the challenge reward meal isn’t the day’s only prize – one castaway finds an advantage hidden among their food, on SURVIVOR, Wednesday, April 16 (8:00-9:30 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network, and streaming on Paramount+ (live and on-demand for Paramount+ with SHOWTIME subscribers, or on-demand for Paramount+ Essential subscribers the day after the episode

5 Survivor legends we can't believe never won

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"The Penultimate Step of the War" - Jeremy Collins, Amber Brkich Mariano, Boston Rob Mariano, Danni Boatwright, Adam Klein, Kim Spradlin, Yul Kwon, Ethan Zohn, Wendell Holland and Tyson Apostol on the two-hour Thirteenth episode of SURVIVOR: WINNERS AT WAR, airing Wednesday, May 6th (8:00-10:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. Photo: Screen Grab/CBS Entertainment ©2020 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved

The best Survivor season watch order for newcomers (so your friends can get on your fan level!)

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“Master Class in Deception” –Cedrek McFadden and Chrissy Sarnowsky's change of plans resulted in the first 2-1-1 vote in US Survivor.

Cedrek McFadden and Chrissy Sarnowsky just made Survivor history

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“Master Class in Deception” – Loose lips sink ships when one castaway’s frustrations put a wedge between them and their tribe. A shared meal breeds connection between tribemates as they discuss race and heritage. Then, an emotional immunity challenge brings two adversaries closer than ever imagined, on SURVIVOR, Wednesday, March 26 (8:00-9:30 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network, and available to stream on Paramount+ (live and on demand for Paramount+ with SHOWTIME subscribers, or on demand

6 most emotional moments in Survivor history

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"Quick on the Draw" - Denise Stapley, Jeremy Collins, Kim Spradlin, Tony Vlachos and Sandra Diaz-Twine at Tribal Council on the Sixth episode of SURVIVOR: WINNERS AT WAR, airing Wednesday, March 18 (8:00-9:01 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. Photo: Robert Voets/CBS Entertainment ©2020 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved

Survivor 50 cast needs Tony Vlachos or Sandra Diaz-Twine (or both!)

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“Master Class in Deception” – Loose lips sink ships when one castaway’s frustrations put a wedge between them and their tribe. A shared meal breeds connection between tribemates as they discuss race and heritage. Then, an emotional immunity challenge brings two adversaries closer than ever imagined, on SURVIVOR, Wednesday, March 26 (8:00-9:30 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network, and available to stream on Paramount+ (live and on demand for Paramount+ with SHOWTIME subscribers, or on demand

How Vula narrowly avoided becoming the worst starting tribe in Survivor history

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“Master Class in Deception” – Loose lips sink ships when one castaway’s frustrations put a wedge between them and their tribe. A shared meal breeds connection between tribemates as they discuss race and heritage. Then, an emotional immunity challenge brings two adversaries closer than ever imagined, on SURVIVOR, Wednesday, March 26 (8:00-9:30 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network, and available to stream on Paramount+ (live and on demand for Paramount+ with SHOWTIME subscribers, or on demand

Jeff Probst breaks down in tears during tonight's Survivor 48 episode: 'Wow, this has never happened'

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“The House Party’s Over” – An unexpected twist for the castaways sends the trajectory of their games into an all-new direction. An undercover alliance in the losing tribe leads to a shocking tribal council on SURVIVOR, Wednesday, March 19 (8:00-9:30 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network, and available to stream on Paramount+ (live and on demand for Paramount+ with SHOWTIME subscribers, or on demand for Paramount+ Essential subscribers the day after the episode airs)*. Jeff Probst serves as

Survivor 48 episode 4 ties Vula as the unluckiest early-game tribe in history (so far)

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“Committing to the Bit” – Castaways must fly blind during the immunity challenge, leaving one tribe with tribal council in their sights. The rising tensions within the losing tribe culminate in a historic tribal council, on SURVIVOR, Wednesday, March 12 (8:00-9:30 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network, and available to stream on Paramount+*. Jeff Probst serves as host and executive producer. Pictured (L-R): Cedrek McFadden, Mary Zheng, Saiounia “Sai” Hughley, and Justin Pioppi. Photo: Robert

5 worst tribes in Survivor History

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“Committing to the Bit” – Castaways must fly blind during the immunity challenge, leaving one tribe with tribal council in their sights. The rising tensions within the losing tribe culminate in a historic tribal council, on SURVIVOR, Wednesday, March 12 (8:00-9:30 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network, and available to stream on Paramount+*. Jeff Probst serves as host and executive producer. Pictured (L-R): Cedrek McFadden, Mary Zheng, Saiounia “Sai” Hughley, and Justin Pioppi. Photo: Robert

Justin Pioppi reveals how Survivor 48 episode 3 broke a show record

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“Humble Traits” – A frantic idol hunt could save or ruin one castaway’s game. A castaway’s quick decision making must outlast the test of time when three castaways are sent on a journey. Then, castaways take a leap of faith in their second immunity challenge where they must trust their tribemates to beat out their competition, on SURVIVOR, Wednesday, March 5 (8:00-9:30 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network, and streaming on Paramount+ (live and on-demand for Paramount+ with SHOWTIME

Only two players have been saved with the Shot in the Dark in Survivor history

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Premiere of "The Yes Men" - Arrivals

Jonny Fairplay campaigns for a Survivor 50 spot after announcing the real death of his grandma

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CBS's "Survivor: Kaoh Rong" Season Finale Party

Survivor: Kaoh Rong offered strong strategic play but had a few issues

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SURVIVOR host Jeff Probst

Survivor: Second Chance remains one of the show's strongest seasons ever

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Survivor - San Juan Del Sur "Blood Versus Water"

The late Keith Nale provided light-hearted memories during Survivor: Second Chances

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28th Annual Nightclub & Bar Convention And Trade Show - Day 2

Abi-Marie Gomes created early chaos and turmoil in Survivor: Second Chances

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Rob Mariano The Traitors Character Portrait © 2024 NBCUniversal Media, LLC

4 Survivor winners and a runner-up return to reality TV this week

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