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13-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Buzz Feed
Ranking The Cast Of Survivor 50 By How Much I'm Looking Forward To Seeing Them Play Again
Joe Hunter, Kamilla Karthigesu, and Kyle Fraser (Survivor 48) Call it recency bias, but I just don't know that we need THREE Survivor 48 players on the beach for a Legends season. Jonathan Young (Survivor 42) I would've picked at least 10 other players from Survivor 41 through 44 in place of Jonathan. Apparently he came in fourth? I remember zero percent of that. All I ask is that they put him on Cirie's tribe so that she can survive a few tribal councils (Muscle Strength). Stephenie LaGrossa Kendrick (Palau, Guatemala, Heroes vs. Villains) I am excited to see the Queen of Palau back simply because she hasn't been on Survivor in over 15 years. I am not excited to have her back because I think she is boring TV and her Survivor journey hit its high in her debut season. Aubry Bracco (Kaoh Rong, Game Changers, Edge of Extinction) Listen, Aubry was phenomenal TV in Kaoh Rong and Game Changers, but she seemed burnt out by Edge of Extinction. Do we really need to see her play for a fourth time? I don't know! Ozzy Lusth (Cook Islands, Micronesia, South Pacific, Game Changers) Same as Aubry -- Ozzy was great for what he was, but with every subsequent appearance, I find myself more bored by his gameplay. Fifth time's the charm? Dee Valladares (Survivor 45) Dee was a great winner, but I think it's too soon to see her play again. Plus, I have a feeling she is going to be a target on day one if any of the others castaways know what's good for them. Tiffany Ervin (Survivor 46) Tiff is hilarious, and I am genuinely so thrilled we get to see her and Q on our screens again. That being said, I'm not sure we needed three returnees from Survivor 46 when 41, 43, and 44 got no representation. Angelina Keeley (David vs. Goliath) Please for the love of all things good bring your own jacket this time, Queen. Genevieve Mushaluk (Survivor 47) When I first saw her picture I thought we were getting THE Amanda Kimmel back and was way too excited. Genevieve brings similar energy though so I'll allow it. Charlie Davis (Survivor 46) As someone who loved both Charlie and Kenzie as finalists on Survivor 46, I'm so excited for him to get his second chance. Just bummed he was already on the island when Tay announced she bought her Master's :( Chrissy Hofbeck (Heroes vs. Healers vs. Hustlers) Chrissy should've been on Winners at War. Yes, I know she didn't win her season. It's just been a long time coming. Cirie Fields (Panama, Micronesia, Heroes vs. Villains, Game Changers) I love Cirie. I will never not love Cirie. But 5 times???? FIVE? Because it's Cirie, I'll allow it, but I don't know how she survives longer than a few days. Colby Donaldson (The Australian Outback, All-Stars, Heroes vs. Villains) I'm ranking Colby so low simply because it feels unjust that he will be on a season without Jerri Manthey. It hurts my heart. Their Survivor stories should always align. Regardless, I'm thrilled we get to see Donaldson again, and that he has a chance to redeem himself for whatever the heck was happening last time he played ("Dammit, Reid!"). Rick Devens (Edge of Extinction) Devens was the best part of Edge of Extinction. I am genuinely so excited and terrified to see what he does this time around. Emily Flippen (Survivor 45) Self aware queen. I cannot wait to see her interact with the likes of Coach and Q. Christian Hubicki (David vs. Goliath) Devastated he's playing without Gabby ("Like, in the sand?") but psyched that he's going to be back on my television screen. Mike White (David vs. Goliath) I think pre-The White Lotus I wouldn't have been as stoked for his return, but he was honestly incredible TV. And imagine the kinds of cameos we're going to get on future TWL seasons now. Q? Coach? Colby? He could single-handedly restart Colby Donaldson's acting career! Quintavius "Q" Burdette (Survivor 46) This man gave me anxiety every single week he was on Survivor 46 and I loved him for it. He is pure chaos. He is going to get eaten alive by some of these legends. I am seated. Jenna Lewis (Borneo, All-Stars) Jenna hasn't played the game in 21 (TWENTY-ONE) years, but if you rewatch her appearance on All-Stars, you'll remember how savvy and sneaky she was. She was literally the only one who knew what Rob and Amber were capable of. I think these New Era players should be terrified of her, and I am just crossing my fingers she makes it far. Benjamin "Coach" Wade (Tocantins, Heroes vs. Villains, South Pacific) Need I say more? Last time he was out on the island, he led a cult. The time before, he formed the greatest band ever made. Before that, he was the biggest martyr Survivor had ever seen. Any season with Coach is bound to be entertaining, and I'd pay good money to see him interact with every single person on this list.
Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Breaking down Survivor 48 with Survivor 47 runner-up Sam Phalen
Survivor 48 has come to an end, with castaway Kyle Fraser being named the Sole Survivor after yet another memorable run of the greatest game of all time. As we look back on this latest season, we've asked Survivor 47 runner-up Sam Phalen to help us break down all the big questions from what we just a sports journalist for FanSided, got close to being named Sole Survivor last fall but fell just short of that honor to Survivor 47 winner Rachel LaMont. However, his tenacity, social game and strategy plays more than cemented his place in the season's second spot and got him close to winning outright. Sam also one of the architects behind "Operation: Italy," one of the great strategy moves in the show's history. You may also remember his thrilling comeback in the fire-making competition to make the final three. Sam's Survivor expertise gives us great perspective on Survivor 48 from somebody who played and succeeded at the game, so let's run through some of his big takeaways. FTW: Kyle is our latest Survivor winner after a pretty terrific finale. What do you think set him apart by the time the jury's vote rolled around? Sam: Kyle was the only person in the game playing both sides from start to finish. As he said himself, he rode the middle. Not only was a part of the dominant alliance that chose who went home every week, he also had a side relationship with Kamilla [Karthigesu] and was able to manipulate information to get his way. A Survivor jury loves to be surprised. They want to hear something that wows them. Something they didn't know before sitting down at Final Tribal Council. Kyle being able to sit there and reveal the secrets he kept from everyone in the game not only impressed the jury, but made him look more credible than Joe [Hunter] and Eva [Erickson]. FTW: As one of the architects of all-time Survivor move 'Operation: Italy,' what was your favorite moment of strategy this season? Sam: Probably the plan from Kyle and Kamilla to blindside Shauhin. It reminded me of "Operation: Italy" a little bit. The best Survivor moves take detailed planning, acting and layers upon layers of details that further validate the scheme. People talk and fact-check information constantly, so you have to be thorough. Kyle referred to the move as a 'heist,' which is exactly how we described "Operation: Italy" in real time. FTW: Joe's game was the perfect example of how Survivor used to be played, before the era of cutthroat strategy took over for modern players. How do you size up his game and the way he approached his time in Fiji? Sam: Joe's social game was really, really impressive. It seemed like everyone on the island thought they were working with him and didn't want to cross him. He's a good person that was invested in building real relationships. That worked out for him and got him some longevity in the game. I think Joe ultimately struggled with jury management and sent a lot of scorned people to the jury. He probably could have been more cutthroat, too. Because he was playing such an honest game, it seemed like he assumed everyone else in his alliance would be, too. But Kyle and Kamilla had other plans and pulled one over on him one too many times to have the jury give him the victory. FTW: Is there a castaway for this season you feel deserves more credit for the game they played before their elimination? Sam: I think Shauhin [Davari] was a really savvy player that wasn't highlighted in the edit very much. A lot of people seemed to feel good about Shauhin. He's an eloquent speaker with a strategic mind that absolutely could have won the game had he not gone out at the final six. Because he worked so closely with Kyle and Joe, I think Shauhin's story takes a bit of a backseat to theirs throughout the season. Credit to Kyle for outplaying him at the end, but I think Shauhin was closer to winning the game than we see on T.V. FTW: When it comes to famous duos, where do Joe and Eva and Kyle and Kamilla stack up in the history of Survivor? Sam: Joe and Eva are certainly going to be one of the most memorable duos ever. Their relationship is always going to define Survivor 48. It's going to be the thing people remember when they reflect on this season five years from now. Kyle and Kamilla may go down as the greatest duo in Survivor history? Or at least on the top three? That sounds like hyperbole, but we've never seen a duo go 25 days without being discovered by the other players in the game. Everyone wants to do it, but nobody can. They're the new gold standard for what an alliance should look like. FTW: How do you feel about Survivor 48 as a whole? What do you think this season will be most remembered for? Sam: I think this will be remembered as Joe and Eva's season. The 'strength and loyalty' season. It's not beloved by the fans, and it definitely wasn't one of my favorites, but I think Kyle's dominant win gives it a pretty strong conclusion. Ultimately, seasons that are built on emotional connections are never going to translate as well through the TV screen as seasons that are built on strategic maneuvers. 48 didn't have much strategy, so it can be stagnant for a viewer tuning in for the shifting gameplay. It will play better on a binge rewatch than it did in real time. FTW: Fill us in on what you're up to after finishing as the runner-up for Survivor 47. Sam: I've been staying active in the Survivor/Reality TV community while going through some pretty significant life changes. I got married in March of this year, had a dream honeymoon and recently started a new job. I'm currently covering the Chicago White Sox, my hometown team, as a writer and Site Expert at I've been doing a lot of traveling around the U.S. and the world and hope to continue with more big adventures soon! This article originally appeared on For The Win: Breaking down Survivor 48 with Survivor 47 runner-up Sam Phalen
Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Breaking down Survivor 48 with Survivor 47 runner-up Sam Phalen
Survivor 48 has come to an end, with castaway Kyle Fraser being named the Sole Survivor after yet another memorable run of the greatest game of all time. As we look back on this latest season, we've asked Survivor 47 runner-up Sam Phalen to help us break down all the big questions from what we just a sports journalist for FanSided, got close to being named Sole Survivor last fall but fell just short of that honor to Survivor 47 winner Rachel LaMont. However, his tenacity, social game and strategy plays more than cemented his place in the season's second spot and got him close to winning outright. Sam also one of the architects behind "Operation: Italy," one of the great strategy moves in the show's history. You may also remember his thrilling comeback in the fire-making competition to make the final three. Sam's Survivor expertise gives us great perspective on Survivor 48 from somebody who played and succeeded at the game, so let's run through some of his big takeaways. FTW: Kyle is our latest Survivor winner after a pretty terrific finale. What do you think set him apart by the time the jury's vote rolled around? Sam: Kyle was the only person in the game playing both sides from start to finish. As he said himself, he rode the middle. Not only was a part of the dominant alliance that chose who went home every week, he also had a side relationship with Kamilla [Karthigesu] and was able to manipulate information to get his way. A Survivor jury loves to be surprised. They want to hear something that wows them. Something they didn't know before sitting down at Final Tribal Council. Kyle being able to sit there and reveal the secrets he kept from everyone in the game not only impressed the jury, but made him look more credible than Joe [Hunter] and Eva [Erickson]. FTW: As one of the architects of all-time Survivor move 'Operation: Italy,' what was your favorite moment of strategy this season? Sam: Probably the plan from Kyle and Kamilla to blindside Shauhin. It reminded me of "Operation: Italy" a little bit. The best Survivor moves take detailed planning, acting and layers upon layers of details that further validate the scheme. People talk and fact-check information constantly, so you have to be thorough. Kyle referred to the move as a 'heist,' which is exactly how we described "Operation: Italy" in real time. FTW: Joe's game was the perfect example of how Survivor used to be played, before the era of cutthroat strategy took over for modern players. How do you size up his game and the way he approached his time in Fiji? Sam: Joe's social game was really, really impressive. It seemed like everyone on the island thought they were working with him and didn't want to cross him. He's a good person that was invested in building real relationships. That worked out for him and got him some longevity in the game. I think Joe ultimately struggled with jury management and sent a lot of scorned people to the jury. He probably could have been more cutthroat, too. Because he was playing such an honest game, it seemed like he assumed everyone else in his alliance would be, too. But Kyle and Kamilla had other plans and pulled one over on him one too many times to have the jury give him the victory. FTW: Is there a castaway for this season you feel deserves more credit for the game they played before their elimination? Sam: I think Shauhin [Davari] was a really savvy player that wasn't highlighted in the edit very much. A lot of people seemed to feel good about Shauhin. He's an eloquent speaker with a strategic mind that absolutely could have won the game had he not gone out at the final six. Because he worked so closely with Kyle and Joe, I think Shauhin's story takes a bit of a backseat to theirs throughout the season. Credit to Kyle for outplaying him at the end, but I think Shauhin was closer to winning the game than we see on T.V. FTW: When it comes to famous duos, where do Joe and Eva and Kyle and Kamilla stack up in the history of Survivor? Sam: Joe and Eva are certainly going to be one of the most memorable duos ever. Their relationship is always going to define Survivor 48. It's going to be the thing people remember when they reflect on this season five years from now. Kyle and Kamilla may go down as the greatest duo in Survivor history? Or at least on the top three? That sounds like hyperbole, but we've never seen a duo go 25 days without being discovered by the other players in the game. Everyone wants to do it, but nobody can. They're the new gold standard for what an alliance should look like. FTW: How do you feel about Survivor 48 as a whole? What do you think this season will be most remembered for? Sam: I think this will be remembered as Joe and Eva's season. The 'strength and loyalty' season. It's not beloved by the fans, and it definitely wasn't one of my favorites, but I think Kyle's dominant win gives it a pretty strong conclusion. Ultimately, seasons that are built on emotional connections are never going to translate as well through the TV screen as seasons that are built on strategic maneuvers. 48 didn't have much strategy, so it can be stagnant for a viewer tuning in for the shifting gameplay. It will play better on a binge rewatch than it did in real time. The greatest show on television. The greatest game on earth. Survivor, it was the honor of a lifetime. Coming up just short of the title of Sole Survivor is hard. But damn that was fun…and I look back with no regrets. So many more thoughts to come. #Survivor #Survivor47 — Sam Phalen (@Sam_Phalen) December 20, 2024 FTW: Fill us in on what you're up to after finishing as the runner-up for Survivor 47. Sam: I've been staying active in the Survivor/Reality TV community while going through some pretty significant life changes. I got married in March of this year, had a dream honeymoon and recently started a new job. I'm currently covering the Chicago White Sox, my hometown team, as a writer and Site Expert at I've been doing a lot of traveling around the U.S. and the world and hope to continue with more big adventures soon! This article originally appeared on For The Win: Breaking down Survivor 48 with Survivor 47 runner-up Sam Phalen
USA Today
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- USA Today
Breaking down Survivor 48 with Survivor 47 runner-up Sam Phalen
Breaking down Survivor 48 with Survivor 47 runner-up Sam Phalen Survivor 48 has come to an end, with castaway Kyle Fraser being named the Sole Survivor after yet another memorable run of the greatest game of all time. As we look back on this latest season, we've asked Survivor 47 runner-up Sam Phalen to help us break down all the big questions from what we just watched. Why Survivor 48's Joe Hunter still leaves the game as a huge winner Sam, a sports journalist for FanSided, got close to being named Sole Survivor last fall but fell just short of that honor to Survivor 47 winner Rachel LaMont. However, his tenacity, social game and strategy plays more than cemented his place in the season's second spot and got him close to winning outright. Sam also one of the architects behind "Operation: Italy," one of the great strategy moves in the show's history. You may also remember his thrilling comeback in the fire-making competition to make the final three. Sam's Survivor expertise gives us great perspective on Survivor 48 from somebody who played and succeeded at the game, so let's run through some of his big takeaways. FTW: Kyle is our latest Survivor winner after a pretty terrific finale. What do you think set him apart by the time the jury's vote rolled around? Sam: Kyle was the only person in the game playing both sides from start to finish. As he said himself, he rode the middle. Not only was a part of the dominant alliance that chose who went home every week, he also had a side relationship with Kamilla [Karthigesu] and was able to manipulate information to get his way. A Survivor jury loves to be surprised. They want to hear something that wows them. Something they didn't know before sitting down at Final Tribal Council. Kyle being able to sit there and reveal the secrets he kept from everyone in the game not only impressed the jury, but made him look more credible than Joe [Hunter] and Eva [Erickson]. FTW: As one of the architects of all-time Survivor move 'Operation: Italy,' what was your favorite moment of strategy this season? Sam: Probably the plan from Kyle and Kamilla to blindside Shauhin. It reminded me of "Operation: Italy" a little bit. The best Survivor moves take detailed planning, acting and layers upon layers of details that further validate the scheme. People talk and fact-check information constantly, so you have to be thorough. Kyle referred to the move as a 'heist,' which is exactly how we described "Operation: Italy" in real time. FTW: Joe's game was the perfect example of how Survivor used to be played, before the era of cutthroat strategy took over for modern players. How do you size up his game and the way he approached his time in Fiji? Sam: Joe's social game was really, really impressive. It seemed like everyone on the island thought they were working with him and didn't want to cross him. He's a good person that was invested in building real relationships. That worked out for him and got him some longevity in the game. I think Joe ultimately struggled with jury management and sent a lot of scorned people to the jury. He probably could have been more cutthroat, too. Because he was playing such an honest game, it seemed like he assumed everyone else in his alliance would be, too. But Kyle and Kamilla had other plans and pulled one over on him one too many times to have the jury give him the victory. FTW: Is there a castaway for this season you feel deserves more credit for the game they played before their elimination? Sam: I think Shauhin [Davari] was a really savvy player that wasn't highlighted in the edit very much. A lot of people seemed to feel good about Shauhin. He's an eloquent speaker with a strategic mind that absolutely could have won the game had he not gone out at the final six. Because he worked so closely with Kyle and Joe, I think Shauhin's story takes a bit of a backseat to theirs throughout the season. Credit to Kyle for outplaying him at the end, but I think Shauhin was closer to winning the game than we see on T.V. FTW: When it comes to famous duos, where do Joe and Eva and Kyle and Kamilla stack up in the history of Survivor? Sam: Joe and Eva are certainly going to be one of the most memorable duos ever. Their relationship is always going to define Survivor 48. It's going to be the thing people remember when they reflect on this season five years from now. Kyle and Kamilla may go down as the greatest duo in Survivor history? Or at least on the top three? That sounds like hyperbole, but we've never seen a duo go 25 days without being discovered by the other players in the game. Everyone wants to do it, but nobody can. They're the new gold standard for what an alliance should look like. FTW: How do you feel about Survivor 48 as a whole? What do you think this season will be most remembered for? Sam: I think this will be remembered as Joe and Eva's season. The 'strength and loyalty' season. It's not beloved by the fans, and it definitely wasn't one of my favorites, but I think Kyle's dominant win gives it a pretty strong conclusion. Ultimately, seasons that are built on emotional connections are never going to translate as well through the TV screen as seasons that are built on strategic maneuvers. 48 didn't have much strategy, so it can be stagnant for a viewer tuning in for the shifting gameplay. It will play better on a binge rewatch than it did in real time. FTW: Fill us in on what you're up to after finishing as the runner-up for Survivor 47. Sam: I've been staying active in the Survivor/Reality TV community while going through some pretty significant life changes. I got married in March of this year, had a dream honeymoon and recently started a new job. I'm currently covering the Chicago White Sox, my hometown team, as a writer and Site Expert at I've been doing a lot of traveling around the U.S. and the world and hope to continue with more big adventures soon!
Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Who Won Survivor 48 & How Much Did the Winner Get?
The 48 finale has aired on CBS, and fans want to know who won the long-running reality competition series. Created by Charlie Parsons and hosted by Jeff Probst, Survivor premiered on May 31, 2000. The 48th season debuted on February 26, 2025, with 18 contestants split into three tribes of six: Siva, Lagi, and Vula. The five participants who made it to finale night were Mitch Guerra, Kyle Fraser, Kamilla Karthigesu, Joe Hunter, and Eva Erickson—and the winner was one of them. Here's who won Survivor 48 and how much prize money they received. Kyle Fraser, a 30-year-old attorney from Brooklyn, New York, won Survivor 48. As with the past fifteen seasons, Survivor 48 took place in the Mamanuca Islands in Fiji. On finale night, Karthigesu came out on top in the first immunity challenge. During the tribal council, Guerra was eliminated. Erickson had an immunity idol and was safe from votes. Fraser then won the final immunity challenge and secured a spot in the final three. He chose Hunter to join him, leaving Karthigesu and Erickson to compete in a fire-making challenge. Erickson won the showdown, eliminating Karthigesu. The jury for this season included Cedrek McFadden, Chrissy Sarnowsky, David Kinne, Star Toomey, Mary Zheng, Shauhin Davari, Mitch Guerra, and Kamilla Karthigesu. McFadden voted for Hunter, Toomey and Zheng voted for Erickson, and the remaining five jury members—Chrissy, David, Shauhin, Mitch, and Kamilla—voted for Fraser. As a result, Fraser was announced as the winner of Survivor 48. After winning Survivor 48 with a 5-2-1 jury vote, Fraser received the $1 million prize. He began the season as a member of the Siva tribe but later switched to Vula. Fraser is the first Guyanese individual and the sixth contestant of African descent to win Survivor and take home the prize. The post Who Won Survivor 48 & How Much Did the Winner Get? appeared first on - Movie Trailers, TV & Streaming News, and More.
