The premiere episode of “Survivor 46” aired on Wednesday night, concluding with host Jeff Probst snuffing out the torch of David Jelinsky. The 22-year-old from Las Vegas was the first castaway sent home after being unanimously voted out by the Yanu tribe. But the tribe make the right decision? And what were the dumbest, most shocking and most exciting moments of this inaugural episode of the season?
Below, read our “Survivor 46” Episode 1 Top 5 moments. Then be sure to sound off in the comments section about your favorite castaways on CBS’s reality TV show, who annoys you the most and who you think will ultimately join the “Survivor” winners list and take home the $1 million grand prize.
See David Jelinsky (‘Survivor 46’ exit interview): ‘I didn’t even get to cast a vote this season’
Top 5 Moments of Episode 1:
1. The Cast is Revealed: After two seasons of strong and quirky personalities,...
Below, read our “Survivor 46” Episode 1 Top 5 moments. Then be sure to sound off in the comments section about your favorite castaways on CBS’s reality TV show, who annoys you the most and who you think will ultimately join the “Survivor” winners list and take home the $1 million grand prize.
See David Jelinsky (‘Survivor 46’ exit interview): ‘I didn’t even get to cast a vote this season’
Top 5 Moments of Episode 1:
1. The Cast is Revealed: After two seasons of strong and quirky personalities,...
- 3/1/2024
- by Vincent Mandile
- Gold Derby
Stepping onto the sandy beaches of Survivor 45, Emily Flippen didn’t just play the game—she reshaped it. With a blend of financial acumen and a dash of reality TV flair, Emily’s journey was nothing short of a strategic ballet. Let’s unpack the moves that cemented her as a pivotal force in the game’s ever-twisting narrative. Emily Flippen in Survivor 45 From her roots in McKinney, Texas, to the rugged terrain of the Mamanuca Islands, Emily Flippen brought more than just her Chartered Financial Analyst credentials to Survivor 45. Initially branded as aggressive and direct, Emily’s entry strategy was clear: to...
- 12/27/2023
- by Steve Delikson
- TVovermind.com
Following Dee Valladares‘ triumphant victory over Austin Li Coon and Jake O’Kane during the three-hour finale of “Survivor 45,” Gold Derby ran a poll asking fans to name who Really deserved to win. Perhaps unsurprisingly, the plurality of our poll respondents agreed with the actual results of the CBS reality TV show. Yep, Dee deserved to win, according to 40% of viewers. Meanwhile, Austin nabbed 31% support, and Jake garnered the remaining 29%.
Dee, Austin and Jake outlasted all of the other players during this 45th season, including fourth-place finisher Katurah Topps (who lost the fire-making challenge) and fifth-place contender Julie Alley (who was the last person voted out). Dee now goes down as “Survivor’s” 18th female winner ever, compared to 27 male champions.
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Perhaps Dee’s best move in the game was when she protected one of her number-one allies, Julie, by warning...
Dee, Austin and Jake outlasted all of the other players during this 45th season, including fourth-place finisher Katurah Topps (who lost the fire-making challenge) and fifth-place contender Julie Alley (who was the last person voted out). Dee now goes down as “Survivor’s” 18th female winner ever, compared to 27 male champions.
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Perhaps Dee’s best move in the game was when she protected one of her number-one allies, Julie, by warning...
- 12/21/2023
- by Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
The “Survivor 45” season finale aired Wednesday night, concluding with host Jeff Probst snuffing out a few torches and announcing that Dee Valladares, the 26-year old from Florida, was the winner. But what were the dumbest, most shocking and most exciting moments of this episode? And did the jury pick the right winner?
Below, read our “Survivor 45” finale Top 4 moments. Then be sure to sound off in the comments section about your favorite castaways on CBS’s reality TV show, who bothered you the most and who you thought should have joined the “Survivor” winners list, taking home the $1 million grand prize.
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Top 4 Moments of Season 45 Finale:
1. The Final Five: The final five contestants were sent to a new camp, forced to start from scratch at this last portion of the game. The blossoming showmance between Dee and Austin became a target,...
Below, read our “Survivor 45” finale Top 4 moments. Then be sure to sound off in the comments section about your favorite castaways on CBS’s reality TV show, who bothered you the most and who you thought should have joined the “Survivor” winners list, taking home the $1 million grand prize.
See Everything to know about ‘Survivor 46’: Watch the preview trailer
Top 4 Moments of Season 45 Finale:
1. The Final Five: The final five contestants were sent to a new camp, forced to start from scratch at this last portion of the game. The blossoming showmance between Dee and Austin became a target,...
- 12/21/2023
- by Vincent Mandile
- Gold Derby
Heading into the final episode of “Survivor 45,” just five people remained in the running to win the $1 million prize: Austin Li Coon, Dee Valladares, Jake O’Kane, Julie Alley and Katurah Topps. But only one of them had what it took to outwit, outplay and outlast the others and join the “Survivor” winners list. By the end of the second hour, both Julie and Katurah had been eliminated from the game, leaving only the Top 3 castaways to face the jury. Read our minute-by-minute recap to see how it all went down.
So did the right person win “Survivor 45”? That’s for You to decide! Vote right now in our poll and then sound off down in the comments section.
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Warning: the following story contains spoilers from the “Survivor 45” finale. Read at your own risk!
After the question-and-answer portion of the final tribal council, all eight...
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Warning: the following story contains spoilers from the “Survivor 45” finale. Read at your own risk!
After the question-and-answer portion of the final tribal council, all eight...
- 12/21/2023
- by Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
All season long, Gold Derby users have been making their predictions for who they think will win “Survivor 45.” For the first four weeks of this Fall 2023 season, 35-year-old civil rights attorney Katurah Topps held the #1 spot in our racetrack odds. She was soon overtaken by 28-year-old investment analyst Emily Flippen, and more recently by 26-year-old entrepreneur Dee Valladares, who now enjoys her fourth and final week on top. Do You agree or disagree with our readers’ picks?
Below are the finale odds (updated December 20) derived from our users’ “Survivor 45” winner predictions. You still have time to make or update your own predictions before the last episode begins at 5:00 p.m. Pt / 8:00 p.m. Et on Wednesday night on CBS.
1. Dee Valladares — 8/15 odds
2. Austin Li Coon — 6/1 odds
3. Julie Alley — 21/2 odds
4. Jake O’Kane — 13/1 odds
5. Katurah Topps — 25/1 odds
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In the first stage of the competition,...
Below are the finale odds (updated December 20) derived from our users’ “Survivor 45” winner predictions. You still have time to make or update your own predictions before the last episode begins at 5:00 p.m. Pt / 8:00 p.m. Et on Wednesday night on CBS.
1. Dee Valladares — 8/15 odds
2. Austin Li Coon — 6/1 odds
3. Julie Alley — 21/2 odds
4. Jake O’Kane — 13/1 odds
5. Katurah Topps — 25/1 odds
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In the first stage of the competition,...
- 12/20/2023
- by Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
It’s down to just five players on “Survivor 45” with a final immunity challenge, fire-making race, and Final Tribal Council jury vote on Wednesday’s two-hour finale determining which of them will become a new era “Survivor legend.” Among the hopefuls are three original Reba players: Julie Alley, Austin Li Coon and Dee Valladares; and two original Belo players: Jake O’Kane and Katurah Topps. Sitting on the jury so far are Kaleb Gebrewold, Kellie Nalbandian, Kendra McQuarrie, Bruce Perreault, Emily Flippen and Drew Basile. Two more will join them to help decide which of the three finalists should take home the million dollar prize.
Below are our “Survivor 45” finale power rankings on the five remaining players and what we think their chances of winning are. Next to their name is their odds to win based on our combined predictions, as of this writing. Do you agree or disagree with our assessment?...
Below are our “Survivor 45” finale power rankings on the five remaining players and what we think their chances of winning are. Next to their name is their odds to win based on our combined predictions, as of this writing. Do you agree or disagree with our assessment?...
- 12/19/2023
- by John Benutty
- Gold Derby
The 12th episode of “Survivor 45” aired on Wednesday night, concluding with host Jeff Probst snuffing out the torch of Drew Basile. The 23-year old from Pennsylvania became the sixth member of the jury. But did the tribe make the right decision? And what were the dumbest, most shocking and most exciting moments of this episode with the final just around the corner? Also worth noting, the finale is supersized with a reunion after show next week so get your snacks ready.
Below, read our “Survivor 45” Episode 12 Top 5 moments. Then be sure to sound off in the comments section about your favorite castaways on CBS’s reality TV show, who bothers you the most and who you think will ultimately join the “Survivor” winners list and take home the $1 million grand prize.
See Drew Basile (‘Survivor 45’ exit interview): ‘It’s a deeply ambiguous experience that breaks you down’
Top 5 Moments...
Below, read our “Survivor 45” Episode 12 Top 5 moments. Then be sure to sound off in the comments section about your favorite castaways on CBS’s reality TV show, who bothers you the most and who you think will ultimately join the “Survivor” winners list and take home the $1 million grand prize.
See Drew Basile (‘Survivor 45’ exit interview): ‘It’s a deeply ambiguous experience that breaks you down’
Top 5 Moments...
- 12/14/2023
- by Vincent Mandile
- Gold Derby
‘Survivor 45’ episode 12 recap: Who was voted out in ‘The Ex-Girlfriend at the Wedding’? [Live Blog]
Heading into the 12th episode of “Survivor 45,” Austin Li Coon and Drew Basile had just tried and failed to eliminate their ally, Julie Alley, thanks to Dee Valladares spilling the beans and warning Julie to play her idol. Emily Flippen, Jake O’Kane and Katurah Topps also voted for Julie, which meant Julie held all the power after saving herself, and she chose to eliminate Emily. Now that the Reba foursome has officially cracked, whose torch will be snuffed tonight?
Below, read our minute-by-minute “Survivor 45” Episode 12 recap/live blog of “The Ex-Girlfriend at the Wedding” to find out what happened Wednesday, December 13, 2023 at 8:00 p.m. Et/Pt. Then be sure to sound off in the comments section about your favorite castaways on CBS’s reality TV show, who annoys you the most and who you think will ultimately join the “Survivor” winners list and take home the $1 million grand prize.
Below, read our minute-by-minute “Survivor 45” Episode 12 recap/live blog of “The Ex-Girlfriend at the Wedding” to find out what happened Wednesday, December 13, 2023 at 8:00 p.m. Et/Pt. Then be sure to sound off in the comments section about your favorite castaways on CBS’s reality TV show, who annoys you the most and who you think will ultimately join the “Survivor” winners list and take home the $1 million grand prize.
- 12/14/2023
- by John Benutty and Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
At the start of the upcoming 12th episode of “Survivor 45,” the Final 6 players return to camp after Julie Alley saved herself by using an idol. She only played the advantage because Dee Valladares warned her she was being targeted, but Julie and Dee don’t want anybody else to know that. As Julie explains, “Dee’s the one that told me everybody was gonna blindside me, but we want to keep that cover that Dee and I are working together. So in order to hide that, we’re acting totally pissed at each other.” Watch the “Survivor 45” sneak peek video above.
In case you missed last week’s episode, all of the drama started when Drew Basile and Austin Li Coon decided it was time to break up their four-person Reba alliance by going after Julie. When Austin filled his showmance partner Dee in on the plan, Dee immediately went...
In case you missed last week’s episode, all of the drama started when Drew Basile and Austin Li Coon decided it was time to break up their four-person Reba alliance by going after Julie. When Austin filled his showmance partner Dee in on the plan, Dee immediately went...
- 12/12/2023
- by Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
“The tribe has spoken” became “Julie has spoken” in Survivor Season 45 Episode 11. After catching wind that she was on the chopping block, Julie Alley played an idol to cancel out every vote against her in Tribal Council. Since every other vote was cast for her, this gave Julie’s vote immense power because it was the only vote that counted. She sent Emily Flippen packing just one night after she staged the stunning Bruce Perreault blindside. It was a sad ending to one of the fan-favorite arcs of the season, but Emily tells TV Insider that she doesn’t see how that Tribal Council could have gone any other way. Emily’s elimination in the December 6 episode was the result of a major mistake made by Austin Li Coon, one of her two closest allies (the other being Drew Basile). Austin and Dee Valladares have been getting closer with every episode,...
- 12/11/2023
- TV Insider
The 11th episode of “Survivor 45” aired on Wednesday night, concluding with host Jeff Probst snuffing out the torch of Emily Flippen. The 28-year old from Maryland became the fifth member of the jury. But did the tribe make the right decision? And what were the dumbest, most shocking and most exciting moments of this episode?
Below, read our “Survivor 45” Episode 11 Top 5 moments. Then be sure to sound off in the comments section about your favorite castaways on CBS’s reality TV show, who bothers you the most and who you think will ultimately join the “Survivor” winners list and take home the $1 million grand prize.
See Emily Flippen (‘Survivor 45’ exit interview): ‘What an epic way to go!’
Top 5 Moments of Episode 11:
1. Camp Life: A divided tribe returned to camp after voting out Bruce Perreault. There were two warring factions last week as one voted for Jake as the opposition voted for Bruce.
Below, read our “Survivor 45” Episode 11 Top 5 moments. Then be sure to sound off in the comments section about your favorite castaways on CBS’s reality TV show, who bothers you the most and who you think will ultimately join the “Survivor” winners list and take home the $1 million grand prize.
See Emily Flippen (‘Survivor 45’ exit interview): ‘What an epic way to go!’
Top 5 Moments of Episode 11:
1. Camp Life: A divided tribe returned to camp after voting out Bruce Perreault. There were two warring factions last week as one voted for Jake as the opposition voted for Bruce.
- 12/7/2023
- by Vincent Mandile
- Gold Derby
The following contains spoilers from Wednesday’s episode of Survivor.
The Reba tribe may have begun to fracture, but after a night full of idol discussion and shifting allegiances, it was the last Lulu Emily who took the fall.
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With boosted confidence thanks to his first individual immunity win, Drew...
The Reba tribe may have begun to fracture, but after a night full of idol discussion and shifting allegiances, it was the last Lulu Emily who took the fall.
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With boosted confidence thanks to his first individual immunity win, Drew...
- 12/7/2023
- by Nick Caruso
- TVLine.com
On Wednesday’s 11th episode of “Survivor 45,” the core four alliance of original Reba members settled in to their position as the dominant majority within the remaining tribe of seven. Amidst a commitment to remain Reba strong through the end of the game, Emily Flippen became the group’s prime target for the next vote specifically because of her pivotal role in the previous blindside. Despite what looked like a unified effort to flip the game against “Mama J,” Emily fell victim to an idol play that sent her to jury with only a single vote cast against her. Read on for Emily’s “Survivor 45” exit interview from the end of the episode.
Following the blindside of Bruce Perreault last week, Emily confessed to the group that she had convinced him not to play his idol by getting him to believe that Julie Alley was not working with him, but...
Following the blindside of Bruce Perreault last week, Emily confessed to the group that she had convinced him not to play his idol by getting him to believe that Julie Alley was not working with him, but...
- 12/7/2023
- by John Benutty
- Gold Derby
Heading into the 11th episode of “Survivor 45,” the remaining players had just succeeded in ousting their common enemy, Bruce Perreault, when he lost the individual immunity challenge. That left just seven people still on the island: Austin Li Coon, Dee Valladares, Drew Basile, Emily Flippen, Jake O’Kane, Julie Alley and Katurah Topps. So whose torch was snuffed tonight?
Below, read our minute-by-minute “Survivor 45” Episode 11 recap/live blog of “This Game Rips Your Heart Out” to find out what happened Wednesday, December 6, 2023 at 8:00 p.m. Et/Pt. Then be sure to sound off in the comments section about your favorite castaways on CBS’s reality TV show, who annoys you the most and who you think will ultimately join the “Survivor” winners list and take home the $1 million grand prize. Jeff Probst once again hosts the long-running competition series.
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Keep...
Below, read our minute-by-minute “Survivor 45” Episode 11 recap/live blog of “This Game Rips Your Heart Out” to find out what happened Wednesday, December 6, 2023 at 8:00 p.m. Et/Pt. Then be sure to sound off in the comments section about your favorite castaways on CBS’s reality TV show, who annoys you the most and who you think will ultimately join the “Survivor” winners list and take home the $1 million grand prize. Jeff Probst once again hosts the long-running competition series.
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- 12/7/2023
- by John Benutty and Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
One might think that “Survivor 45” has opened up now that the players found a way to finally oust their unanimous target Bruce Perreault, but a core four of original Reba tribe members could control the game through to the end. Drew Basile, Austin Li Coon, Julie Alley and Dee Valladares have remained strong as an alliance and have a majority four votes together while Katurah Topps and Jake O’Kane are remnants of a Belo tribe left in ruins and Emily Flippen fights for autonomy as the last standing Lulu player.
With idols still in pockets and players eager to leave their strategic mark on the competition, the game will either sail lazily on with Reba staying strong or it will swiftly open up on the heels of betrayal. Can Dee and Austin keep their group together or will Katurah and Emily find more cracks to expose? Below are our power...
With idols still in pockets and players eager to leave their strategic mark on the competition, the game will either sail lazily on with Reba staying strong or it will swiftly open up on the heels of betrayal. Can Dee and Austin keep their group together or will Katurah and Emily find more cracks to expose? Below are our power...
- 12/4/2023
- by John Benutty
- Gold Derby
The 10th episode of “Survivor 45” aired on Wednesday night, concluding with host Jeff Probst snuffing out the torch of Bruce Perreault. The 47-year old from Rhode Island became the fourth member of the jury. But did the tribe make the right decision? And what were the dumbest, most shocking and most exciting moments of this episode?
Below, read our “Survivor 45” Episode 10 Top 5 moments. Then be sure to sound off in the comments section about your favorite castaways on CBS’s reality TV show, who bothers you the most and who you think will ultimately join the “Survivor” winners list and take home the $1 million grand prize.
See Bruce Perreault (‘Survivor 45’ exit interview): ‘They made me feel comfortable’ and ‘kudos to them’
Top 5 Moments of Episode 9:
1. A Game is Afoot: To quote Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, “The Game is Afoot!” The remaining contestants have been very aware of this from the start,...
Below, read our “Survivor 45” Episode 10 Top 5 moments. Then be sure to sound off in the comments section about your favorite castaways on CBS’s reality TV show, who bothers you the most and who you think will ultimately join the “Survivor” winners list and take home the $1 million grand prize.
See Bruce Perreault (‘Survivor 45’ exit interview): ‘They made me feel comfortable’ and ‘kudos to them’
Top 5 Moments of Episode 9:
1. A Game is Afoot: To quote Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, “The Game is Afoot!” The remaining contestants have been very aware of this from the start,...
- 11/30/2023
- by Vincent Mandile
- Gold Derby
On Wednesday’s 10th episode of “Survivor 45,” it was time for another blindside on original Belo as Emily Flippen devised a plan to make Bruce Perreault feel so comfortable in the vote that he might not play his hidden immunity idol. After stubbornly playing the game for 20+ days, Bruce decided to trust someone else and opted out of saving himself at Tribal Council, causing him to be the next in “Survivor” history to be go home with an idol in their pocket. Read on for Bruce’s “Survivor 45” exit interview from the end of the episode.
Early in the episode, Bruce, Emily, Katurah Topps and Jake O’Kane all considered the fact that they were up against a core alliance of four original Reba players that were seemingly never going to break ties with each other. In their plans to topple that alliance, Bruce decided that he could create a lie...
Early in the episode, Bruce, Emily, Katurah Topps and Jake O’Kane all considered the fact that they were up against a core alliance of four original Reba players that were seemingly never going to break ties with each other. In their plans to topple that alliance, Bruce decided that he could create a lie...
- 11/30/2023
- by John Benutty
- Gold Derby
Heading into the 10th episode of “Survivor 45,” Kendra McQuarrie had just been voted out at tribal council by all of her fellow players. That left four original Reba tribe members still in the game, compared to three from the original Belo and just one from the original Lulu. With the numbers solidly in Reba’s hands, did tonight’s elimination end up being just another paint-by-numbers game move from the dominant alliance?
Below, read our minute-by-minute “Survivor 45” Episode 10 recap/live blog of “How Am I The Mobster?” to find out what happened Wednesday, November 29, 2023 at 8:00 p.m. Et/Pt. Then be sure to sound off in the comments section about your favorite castaways on CBS’s reality TV show, who annoys you the most and who you think will ultimately join the “Survivor” winners list and take home the $1 million grand prize. Jeff Probst once again hosts the long-running competition series.
Below, read our minute-by-minute “Survivor 45” Episode 10 recap/live blog of “How Am I The Mobster?” to find out what happened Wednesday, November 29, 2023 at 8:00 p.m. Et/Pt. Then be sure to sound off in the comments section about your favorite castaways on CBS’s reality TV show, who annoys you the most and who you think will ultimately join the “Survivor” winners list and take home the $1 million grand prize. Jeff Probst once again hosts the long-running competition series.
- 11/30/2023
- by John Benutty and Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
And then there were eight. All week long, Gold Derby readers have been voting for their favorite players remaining on “Survivor 45,” and things are looking good for Austin Li Coon and Emily Flippen. These two castaways started out on opposite tribes, but they met up at the tribe swap and have been working together ever since.
Note that Austin and Emily are the only two people in the Top 8 to receive more than 15% support in our poll results. Here are the final numbers:
30% — Austin Li Coon
27% — Emily Flippen
13% — Jake O’Kane
11% — Dee Valladares
8% — Bruce Perreault
4% — Katurah Topps
4% — Drew Basile
3% — Julie Alley
See ‘Survivor’ deaths: Full list of castaways we’ve lost
On paper, Austin seems to be in the best position in the entire game because he has a numbers advantage as well as two hidden immunity idols. He found the Beware Advantage idol in the pre-swap part of the game...
Note that Austin and Emily are the only two people in the Top 8 to receive more than 15% support in our poll results. Here are the final numbers:
30% — Austin Li Coon
27% — Emily Flippen
13% — Jake O’Kane
11% — Dee Valladares
8% — Bruce Perreault
4% — Katurah Topps
4% — Drew Basile
3% — Julie Alley
See ‘Survivor’ deaths: Full list of castaways we’ve lost
On paper, Austin seems to be in the best position in the entire game because he has a numbers advantage as well as two hidden immunity idols. He found the Beware Advantage idol in the pre-swap part of the game...
- 11/29/2023
- by Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
Following last week’s elimination of Kendra McQuarrie, only the Top 8 players remained on “Survivor 45.” Two of those castaways, Drew Basile and Julie Alley, will share a special bond at the start of the November 29 episode as they break down in tears thinking about the impending end of the game. Watch the “Survivor 45” sneak peek video above.
“There is a chance at the end here that things can get hairy,” Drew informs Julie as they sit on the beach together. “You four are people who I really care about deeply. I just want to know that we are all gonna be okay. Like, we’re good no matter what.” He’s referring to the core four Reba allies — Drew, Julie, Austin Li Coon and Dee Valladares — who have remained loyal to each other since Day 1.
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Julie agrees with Drew “100%” and then addresses the camera by saying,...
“There is a chance at the end here that things can get hairy,” Drew informs Julie as they sit on the beach together. “You four are people who I really care about deeply. I just want to know that we are all gonna be okay. Like, we’re good no matter what.” He’s referring to the core four Reba allies — Drew, Julie, Austin Li Coon and Dee Valladares — who have remained loyal to each other since Day 1.
See‘Survivor’ winners list: All seasons
Julie agrees with Drew “100%” and then addresses the camera by saying,...
- 11/28/2023
- by Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
As “Survivor 45” gears up for its final run of episodes, it’s the perfect time to find out which of the remaining players is Your favorite castaway in the Top 8. Who are you secretly (or not so secretly) rooting for to win the $1 million prize and the title of Sole Survivor? Vote in our poll below for either Austin Li Coon, Bruce Perreault, Dee Valladares, Drew Basile, Emily Flippen, Jake O’Kane, Julie Alley or Katurah Topps.
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These Final 8 players on CBS’s reality TV show have battled the elements and each other for 17 days (and counting) as they get closer and closer to the 26-day mark. So far, they’ve had what it takes to outwit, outplay and outlast the following 10 people who were booted earlier this season: Hannah Rose, Brandon Donlon, Sabiyah Broderick, Sean Edwards, Brando Meyer, J. Maya Krishnan-Jha,...
See‘Survivor’ deaths: Full list of castaways we’ve lost
These Final 8 players on CBS’s reality TV show have battled the elements and each other for 17 days (and counting) as they get closer and closer to the 26-day mark. So far, they’ve had what it takes to outwit, outplay and outlast the following 10 people who were booted earlier this season: Hannah Rose, Brandon Donlon, Sabiyah Broderick, Sean Edwards, Brando Meyer, J. Maya Krishnan-Jha,...
- 11/23/2023
- by Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
The ninth episode of “Survivor 45” aired on Wednesday night, concluding with host Jeff Probst snuffing out the torch of Kendra McQuarrie. The 30-year old from Colorado became the third member of the jury. But did the tribe make the right decision? And what were the dumbest, most shocking and most exciting moments of this episode?
Below, read our “Survivor 45” Episode 9 Top 5 moments. Then be sure to sound off in the comments section about your favorite castaways on CBS’s reality TV show, who bothers you the most and who you think will ultimately join the “Survivor” winners list and take home the $1 million grand prize.
See Kendra McQuarrie (‘Survivor 45’ exit interview): ‘I’m just bummed at myself for not following my gut’
Top 5 Moments of Episode 9:
1. Happiness and Sadness: Jake O’Kane was thrilled to still be alive in the game as Kendra McQuarrie mourned the death of Kellie Nalbandian’s game.
Below, read our “Survivor 45” Episode 9 Top 5 moments. Then be sure to sound off in the comments section about your favorite castaways on CBS’s reality TV show, who bothers you the most and who you think will ultimately join the “Survivor” winners list and take home the $1 million grand prize.
See Kendra McQuarrie (‘Survivor 45’ exit interview): ‘I’m just bummed at myself for not following my gut’
Top 5 Moments of Episode 9:
1. Happiness and Sadness: Jake O’Kane was thrilled to still be alive in the game as Kendra McQuarrie mourned the death of Kellie Nalbandian’s game.
- 11/23/2023
- by Vincent Mandile
- Gold Derby
On Wednesday’s ninth episode of “Survivor 45,” lines had been drawn among original tribal lines and that meant that old Belo was left with the short end of the stick. When Jeff Probst dropped the bomb at the immunity challenge that three players would potentially lose their vote, how the next vote would go was left up in the air. With immunity falling once again around the unanimous target’s neck, Kendra McQuarrie became the next best thing for the old Reba alliance. Read on for Kendra’s “Survivor 45” exit interview from the end of the episode.
Prior to the immunity challenge that gave Bruce Perreault safety for the second cycle in a row, he was the unanimous target among a tribe of people itching to flush his idol out of the game. The challenge also determined that both Emily Flippen and Katurah Topps lost their votes, leaving the vote open to only seven ballots.
Prior to the immunity challenge that gave Bruce Perreault safety for the second cycle in a row, he was the unanimous target among a tribe of people itching to flush his idol out of the game. The challenge also determined that both Emily Flippen and Katurah Topps lost their votes, leaving the vote open to only seven ballots.
- 11/23/2023
- by John Benutty
- Gold Derby
Heading into the ninth episode of “Survivor 45,” Kellie Nalbandian had just been shockingly blindsided at tribal council by a dominant group of ex-Reba and ex-Lulu players. That game move temporarily saved Jake O’Kane (though he still wasted his Shot in the Dark) and made every remaining ex-Belo contestant question their place in the pecking order. So who ended up having their torch snuffed this week?
Below, read our minute-by-minute “Survivor 45” Episode 9 recap/live blog of “Sword of Damocles” to find out what happened Wednesday, November 22, 2023 at 8:00 p.m. Et/Pt. Then be sure to sound off in the comments section about your favorite castaways on CBS’s reality TV show, who annoys you the most and who you think will ultimately join the “Survivor” winners list and take home the $1 million grand prize. Jeff Probst once again hosts the long-running competition series.
Here are the remaining “Survivor 45” contestants (click...
Below, read our minute-by-minute “Survivor 45” Episode 9 recap/live blog of “Sword of Damocles” to find out what happened Wednesday, November 22, 2023 at 8:00 p.m. Et/Pt. Then be sure to sound off in the comments section about your favorite castaways on CBS’s reality TV show, who annoys you the most and who you think will ultimately join the “Survivor” winners list and take home the $1 million grand prize. Jeff Probst once again hosts the long-running competition series.
Here are the remaining “Survivor 45” contestants (click...
- 11/23/2023
- by John Benutty and Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
Last week on “Survivor 45,” viewers (and a few castaways) witnessed one of the most shocking blindsides of the new era as Kellie Nalbandian was ousted over Jake O’Kane. Jake went into tribal council so convinced he was going home that he played his Shot in the Dark, which resulted in a “Not Safe” scroll. But still, he ended up staying in the game when the four ex-Reba members plus the sole remaining ex-Lulu player (Emily Flippen), banded together to send home Kellie. Watch Jake’s fresh reaction in the “Survivor 45” sneak peek video above.
“I’m just like, wow,” Jake tells his fellow tribe mates when they arrive back at camp. “I gotta have positive energy. I mean, I’m in the game. How could I not have positive energy?” In a genius bit of editing, Jake’s excitement is intercut with Kellie’s friend Kendra McQuarrie toasting to her...
“I’m just like, wow,” Jake tells his fellow tribe mates when they arrive back at camp. “I gotta have positive energy. I mean, I’m in the game. How could I not have positive energy?” In a genius bit of editing, Jake’s excitement is intercut with Kellie’s friend Kendra McQuarrie toasting to her...
- 11/21/2023
- by Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
The return of the “Survivor” auction. The continuation of the anti-Bruce crusade. Targets shifting before tribal council. Another brutal shocking blindside with a devastated reaction. The latest eighth “Survivor 45” episode, “Following a Dead Horse to Water,” had it all so let’s break down the game mechanics that led up to what was a dramatic exit and see which players are on the rise along with new creative twists to “Survivor” classics.
Before having the “Survivor” auction, all of the players went on a scavenger hunt to retrieve rolls of money on the island; all of them except Bruce Perreault, who took his time and ended up with only one roll of $80, while everyone else had at least $300. Ironically enough, he ended up with the largest amount when the auction was over in a new twist that the person with most money at the end of any round between 6-...
Before having the “Survivor” auction, all of the players went on a scavenger hunt to retrieve rolls of money on the island; all of them except Bruce Perreault, who took his time and ended up with only one roll of $80, while everyone else had at least $300. Ironically enough, he ended up with the largest amount when the auction was over in a new twist that the person with most money at the end of any round between 6-...
- 11/21/2023
- by Christopher Tsang
- Gold Derby
The eighth episode of “Survivor 45” aired on Wednesday night, concluding with host Jeff Probst snuffing out the torch of Kellie Nalbandian. The 29-year old from New York became the second member of the jury. But did the tribe make the right decision? And what were the dumbest, most shocking and most exciting moments of this episode?
Below, read our “Survivor 45” Episode 8 Top 5 moments. Then be sure to sound off in the comments section about your favorite castaways on CBS’s reality TV show, who bothers you the most and who you think will ultimately join the “Survivor” winners list and take home the $1 million grand prize.
See Kellie Nalbandian (‘Survivor 45’ exit interview): ‘I had a bad gut feeling’ and ‘I just was one step too slow’
Top 5 Moments of Episode 8:
1. One Big, Not So Happy Family: Everyone was all smiles when they returned to camp, but Jake O’Kane...
Below, read our “Survivor 45” Episode 8 Top 5 moments. Then be sure to sound off in the comments section about your favorite castaways on CBS’s reality TV show, who bothers you the most and who you think will ultimately join the “Survivor” winners list and take home the $1 million grand prize.
See Kellie Nalbandian (‘Survivor 45’ exit interview): ‘I had a bad gut feeling’ and ‘I just was one step too slow’
Top 5 Moments of Episode 8:
1. One Big, Not So Happy Family: Everyone was all smiles when they returned to camp, but Jake O’Kane...
- 11/16/2023
- by Vincent Mandile
- Gold Derby
On Wednesday’s eighth episode of “Survivor 45,” everyone was expecting that the Tribal Council vote would be another “dog pile” on a single player, but in a true blindside, the game divided firmly down old tribal lines. The original Reba tribe members held strong and took control of the numbers by finding a great second option in the elimination of Kellie Nalbandian. Read on for Kellie’s “Survivor 45” exit interview from the end of the episode.
Prior to the immunity challenge, a brewing all female alliance had set their sights on taking out Bruce Perreault and Kellie, his strongest supporter, was even (finally) keen on the plan. By this point in the game Kellie had come to see Bruce as her “ball and chain” in the game, dragging down her ability to work with anyone else because of how much of a social game liability he was. When Drew Basile...
Prior to the immunity challenge, a brewing all female alliance had set their sights on taking out Bruce Perreault and Kellie, his strongest supporter, was even (finally) keen on the plan. By this point in the game Kellie had come to see Bruce as her “ball and chain” in the game, dragging down her ability to work with anyone else because of how much of a social game liability he was. When Drew Basile...
- 11/16/2023
- by John Benutty
- Gold Derby
Last week on “Survivor 45,” the merged tribe was shocked to learn they’d be divided into two groups of six. Both groups attended tribal council, where they ultimately voted out Sifu Alsup (who didn’t make the jury) and Kaleb Gebrewold (who became the first juror). This week, the Final 10 castaways come together to learn they’ll be competing in the Survivor Auction for the first time in years. Oh, and someone else will be voted out of the game.
Below, read our minute-by-minute “Survivor 45” Episode 8 recap/live blog of “Following a Dead Horse to Water” to find out what happened Wednesday, November 15, 2023 at 8:00 p.m. Et/Pt. Then be sure to sound off in the comments section about your favorite castaways on CBS’s reality TV show, who annoys you the most and who you think will ultimately join the “Survivor” winners list and take home the $1 million grand prize.
Below, read our minute-by-minute “Survivor 45” Episode 8 recap/live blog of “Following a Dead Horse to Water” to find out what happened Wednesday, November 15, 2023 at 8:00 p.m. Et/Pt. Then be sure to sound off in the comments section about your favorite castaways on CBS’s reality TV show, who annoys you the most and who you think will ultimately join the “Survivor” winners list and take home the $1 million grand prize.
- 11/16/2023
- by John Benutty and Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
“Survivor” fans have been clamoring for the return of the auction since Season 30: World Apart, which aired in 2015. Well, it’s baaack! Only now, the classic auction has been slightly altered with a trio of fun twists to keep things interesting for the new players. As host Jeff Probst explains to the “Survivor 45” castaways during the November 15 episode, “We have updated the auction for the new era in three ways.”
The first twist is “the money,” Jeff tells the players. In the past, the contestants were given dollar amounts that they could use to purchase items at the auction. Now, prior to the event, they had to find the money themselves in bamboo tubes hidden in the jungle. The most money found is a whopping $900 for Dee Valladares, followed by $700 for Austin Li Coon and Kellie Nalbandian, $520 for Drew Basile, $500 for Emily Flippen, $480 for Katurah Topps, $420 for Julie Alley,...
The first twist is “the money,” Jeff tells the players. In the past, the contestants were given dollar amounts that they could use to purchase items at the auction. Now, prior to the event, they had to find the money themselves in bamboo tubes hidden in the jungle. The most money found is a whopping $900 for Dee Valladares, followed by $700 for Austin Li Coon and Kellie Nalbandian, $520 for Drew Basile, $500 for Emily Flippen, $480 for Katurah Topps, $420 for Julie Alley,...
- 11/16/2023
- by Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
It was clear last week on “Survivor 45” that Kaleb Gebrewold had his work cut out for him – after being the first player to successfully play his Shot in the Dark and negating the entire merged tribe’s 11 votes against him – if he was going to survive another tribal council in the game. Alas, he could not get it done, though his final nail in the coffin turned out to be an unexpected factor in one player that he was close to, ultimately deciding the direction of the game. In addition, there was another split tribal council with a twist in the jury phase with another castaway being sent home. Let’s break down all the social dynamics in the Top 10 as the merge officially begins.
With the knowledge that two players were going to be sent packing this episode, the other one that seemed likely to go was Bruce Perreault,...
With the knowledge that two players were going to be sent packing this episode, the other one that seemed likely to go was Bruce Perreault,...
- 11/14/2023
- by Christopher Tsang
- Gold Derby
Following the double eliminations of Sifu Alsup and Kaleb Gebrewold from “Survivor 45,” only four males still remain in the game: Austin Li Coon, Bruce Perreault, Drew Basile and Jake O’Kane. Comparatively, there are still six females left: Dee Valladares, Emily Flippen, Julie Alley, Katurah Topps, Kellie Nalbandian and Kendra McQuarrie. In the upcoming eighth episode, a possible “woman’s alliance” is thrown out as the ladies wonder if they should start “picking off” the men one at a time. Watch the “Survivor 45” sneak peek video above.
It’s the morning of Day 15 at the merged tribe, and Kendra whispers to her fellow girls sitting in the shelter, “We’re the majority in the game right now.”
That prompts Dee to wonder aloud, “I don’t know, maybe we should talk.”
See‘Survivor’ winners list: All seasons
In a private confessional, Kendra narrates, “It’s six-four right now. This could be...
It’s the morning of Day 15 at the merged tribe, and Kendra whispers to her fellow girls sitting in the shelter, “We’re the majority in the game right now.”
That prompts Dee to wonder aloud, “I don’t know, maybe we should talk.”
See‘Survivor’ winners list: All seasons
In a private confessional, Kendra narrates, “It’s six-four right now. This could be...
- 11/14/2023
- by Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
With 10 players remaining in the quest to become “Survivor 45” champ, the competition finally turns to a truly individual game when Episode 8, “Following a Dead Horse to Water,” airs on Wednesday, November 15. In the last two weeks, the merged tribes of Belo, Reba and Lulu had group immunity or were split when it came to the vote, so this will be the first time that every player is vulnerable to elimination. Original Reba, consisting of Austin Li Coon, Dee Valladares, Drew Basile and Julie Alley, have a numbers advantage so long as original Lulu member Emily Flippen and Belo turncoat Katurah Topps continue to work with them. That would leave the remaining Belo players, Bruce Perreault, Jake O’Kane, Kellie Nalbandian and Kendra McQuarrie, as the odd ones out.
Whether tribal lines stick and for how long, there are bound to be peaks and valleys in each player’s struggle to gain power in the game.
Whether tribal lines stick and for how long, there are bound to be peaks and valleys in each player’s struggle to gain power in the game.
- 11/13/2023
- by John Benutty
- Gold Derby
The seventh episode of “Survivor 45” aired on Wednesday night, concluding with host Jeff Probst snuffing out the torches of Nicholas “Sifu” Alsup and Kaleb Gebrewold. The 30-year old from Indiana and 29-year old from Vancouver were sent home after being voted out in this episode that featured a dreaded double elimination. But in the case of Kaleb, his job is just beginning as he became the first member of the jury! Did they make the right decision? And what were the dumbest, most shocking and most exciting moments of this episode?
Below, read our “Survivor 45” Episode 7 Top 5 moments. Then be sure to sound off in the comments section about your favorite castaways on CBS’s reality TV show, who bothers you the most and who you think will ultimately join the “Survivor” winners list and take home the $1 million grand prize.
See Kaleb Gebrewold (‘Survivor 45’ exit interview): ‘I never...
Below, read our “Survivor 45” Episode 7 Top 5 moments. Then be sure to sound off in the comments section about your favorite castaways on CBS’s reality TV show, who bothers you the most and who you think will ultimately join the “Survivor” winners list and take home the $1 million grand prize.
See Kaleb Gebrewold (‘Survivor 45’ exit interview): ‘I never...
- 11/9/2023
- by Vincent Mandile
- Gold Derby
On Wednesday’s seventh episode of “Survivor 45,” Jeff Probst threw another twist at the 12 castaways. He randomly divided them into two groups of six and then had them compete for two individual immunity necklaces that would protect them from the two Tribal Councils that would see two players going home. As the unanimous decision to go home at the previous cycle, Kaleb Gebrewold became the easy vote for his group to make and though it wasn’t a slam dunk this time, he was finally sent packing. Read on for Kaleb’s “Survivor 45” exit interview from the end of the episode.
Kaleb’s group consisted of three original Reba players — Dee Valladares, Austin Li Coon and Julie Alley — that were a solid block that would be tough for him to crack. Luckily he had Katurah Topps and Jake O’Kane from original Belo on his side and wanting to keep him around,...
Kaleb’s group consisted of three original Reba players — Dee Valladares, Austin Li Coon and Julie Alley — that were a solid block that would be tough for him to crack. Luckily he had Katurah Topps and Jake O’Kane from original Belo on his side and wanting to keep him around,...
- 11/9/2023
- by John Benutty
- Gold Derby
On Wednesday’s seventh episode of “Survivor 45,” Jeff Probst threw another twist at the 12 castaways. He randomly divided them into two groups of six and then had them compete for two individual immunity necklaces that would protect them from the two Tribal Councils that would see two players going home. Unfortunately for Sifu Alsup, his group were the overall losers at the challenge and went to Tc first. When he became the choice for elimination, he also missed out on advancing to the juror stage of the post-game. Read on for Sifu’s “Survivor 45” exit interview from the end of the episode.
“So I felt the whole day, something looming – it was my impending doom,” began Sifu after his elimination. He had expressed earlier at Tc that he saw himself as a big threat in the game and because of the breakdown of his group it was fairly clear to...
“So I felt the whole day, something looming – it was my impending doom,” began Sifu after his elimination. He had expressed earlier at Tc that he saw himself as a big threat in the game and because of the breakdown of his group it was fairly clear to...
- 11/9/2023
- by John Benutty
- Gold Derby
‘Survivor 45’ episode 7 recap: Which 2 people were voted out in ‘The Thorn in My Thumb’? [Live Blog]
Heading into the seventh episode of “Survivor 45,” the three tribes had finally come together in a merge following the ouster of J. Maya Krishnan-Jha. (after Kaleb Gebrewold negated a record 11 votes with his Shot in the Dark). That left just 12 people still in the game. But that number was about to be cut down to 10 after the castaways learned that this week would be a double elimination.
Below, read our minute-by-minute “Survivor 45” Episode 7 recap/live blog of “The Thorn in My Thumb” to find out what happened Wednesday, November 8, 2023 at 8:00 p.m. Et/Pt. Then be sure to sound off in the comments section about your favorite castaways on CBS’s reality TV show, who annoys you the most and who you think will ultimately join the “Survivor” winners list and take home the $1 million grand prize. Jeff Probst once again hosts the long-running competition series.
Here are the...
Below, read our minute-by-minute “Survivor 45” Episode 7 recap/live blog of “The Thorn in My Thumb” to find out what happened Wednesday, November 8, 2023 at 8:00 p.m. Et/Pt. Then be sure to sound off in the comments section about your favorite castaways on CBS’s reality TV show, who annoys you the most and who you think will ultimately join the “Survivor” winners list and take home the $1 million grand prize. Jeff Probst once again hosts the long-running competition series.
Here are the...
- 11/9/2023
- by John Benutty and Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
Kaleb Gebrewold made Survivor history in Season 45 Episode 6. For the first time ever, a Shot in the Dark reached its full potential, completely canceling out the 11 unanimous votes against him. Because he was safe, the players had to scramble and vote again, ultimately sending J. Maya home. Surprisingly, Kaleb isn’t the prime target for elimination in the TV Insider exclusive clip from Survivor Season 45 Episode 7 (above), airing on Wednesday, November 8 on CBS. Rather, it’s Bruce Perrault “in the hot seat.” Jake O’Kane and Kellie Nalbandian make a plan to get Kaleb on their side in the clip above, admitting that Bruce, their fellow original member of Belo, could be a liability in this effort. Bruce found the newly merged tribe’s new idol last week and shared that information with basically everyone but Katurah Topps, his nemesis. The plot against Kaleb was concocted by Bruce, but Emily Flippen...
- 11/7/2023
- TV Insider
“Survivor 45” made history once again last week as Kaleb Gebrewold successfully played his Shot in the Dark to a unanimous vote against him, breaking the record with 11 votes cast for him, two more than when Kelley Wentworth back in “Survivor: Second Chance” played an immunity idol negating nine votes against her. Let’s break down what events transpired that led up to this groundbreaking moment as the tribes converged to one beach.
After the ouster of Brando Meyer in the last episode, Kendra McQuarrie was on the warpath and wanted revenge on Emily Flippen for lying to her, and siding with the Reba duo of Austin Li Coon and Drew Basile. The next day, right before the boats arrived to pick the tribes up to unite with everyone, Bruce Perreault was able to find the new Lulu idol underneath the shelter and shared it with the whole tribe, minus Katurah Topps.
After the ouster of Brando Meyer in the last episode, Kendra McQuarrie was on the warpath and wanted revenge on Emily Flippen for lying to her, and siding with the Reba duo of Austin Li Coon and Drew Basile. The next day, right before the boats arrived to pick the tribes up to unite with everyone, Bruce Perreault was able to find the new Lulu idol underneath the shelter and shared it with the whole tribe, minus Katurah Topps.
- 11/6/2023
- by Christopher Tsang
- Gold Derby
The sixth episode of “Survivor 45” aired on Wednesday night, concluding with host Jeff Probst snuffing out the torch of Janani “J. Maya” Krishnan-Jha. The 24-year old from Los Angeles, California was sent home after being voted out in this episode that ushered in the highly anticipated merge. Did they make the right decision? And what were the dumbest, most shocking and most exciting moments of this episode?
Below, read our “Survivor 45” Episode 6 Top 4 moments. Then be sure to sound off in the comments section about your favorite castaways on CBS’s reality TV show, who bothers you the most and who you think will ultimately join the “Survivor” winners list and take home the $1 million grand prize.
See J. Maya Krishnan-Jha (‘Survivor 45’ exit interview): ‘However upsetting it is, it is pretty freaking wild’
Top 4 Moments of Episode 6:
1. Camp Life: At Belo, Emily Flippen was pretty proud of her...
Below, read our “Survivor 45” Episode 6 Top 4 moments. Then be sure to sound off in the comments section about your favorite castaways on CBS’s reality TV show, who bothers you the most and who you think will ultimately join the “Survivor” winners list and take home the $1 million grand prize.
See J. Maya Krishnan-Jha (‘Survivor 45’ exit interview): ‘However upsetting it is, it is pretty freaking wild’
Top 4 Moments of Episode 6:
1. Camp Life: At Belo, Emily Flippen was pretty proud of her...
- 11/2/2023
- by Vincent Mandile
- Gold Derby
On Wednesday’s sixth episode of “Survivor 45,” the three tribes of Belo, Reba and Lulu joined together at one beach for the pre-merge. At the immunity challenge, the castaways were divided into two teams where seven earned immunity and a spot in the merged tribe and six others were left vulnerable to the looming vote. After a historic “Shot in the Dark” by Kaleb Gebrewold for immunity, J. Maya Krishnan-Jha became the plan B in a second vote and was eliminated from the game. Read on for J. Maya’s “Survivor 45” exit interview from the end of the episode.
On her way out, J. Maya narrated what her Tribal Council fate, summing it up as “a unanimous vote for Kaleb. He got saved through a Shot in the Dark. I guess I was the collateral damage in the re-vote.” But her impression that she was just “collateral damage” is not entirely accurate.
On her way out, J. Maya narrated what her Tribal Council fate, summing it up as “a unanimous vote for Kaleb. He got saved through a Shot in the Dark. I guess I was the collateral damage in the re-vote.” But her impression that she was just “collateral damage” is not entirely accurate.
- 11/2/2023
- by John Benutty
- Gold Derby
Since Survivor introduced the Shot In The Dark in Season 41, it’s safe to say it’s been a dud. The twist, which gives players a 1 in 6 chance to be safe in exchange for their vote at Tribal Council, has only landed on “Safe” one time, and in that situation, it wasn’t even necessary. That changed on Wednesday’s (November 1) episode when Kaleb Gebrewold, a 29-year-old software salesperson from Port Coquitlam, British Columbia, made history as the first contestant to successfully negate the majority of votes with his Shot In the Dark. The season so far has been tough for Kaleb, who was part of the cursed Lulu tribe, who visited Tribal Council more than any other tribe in the pre-merge. He was almost blindsided at one point, as his tribemates plotted to vote him out, only for his ally Emily Flippen to clue him in at the last...
- 11/2/2023
- TV Insider
Since the creation of the Shot in the Dark twist at the start of the “new era” that began with “Survivor 41,” several castaways have tried using the one-in-six advantage to save their ailing games, but no one ever had luck on their side. Until now. Warning: this article contains spoilers from “Survivor 45,” Episode 6, so read at your own risk!
After the remaining 13 players attended a group tribal council in the pre-merge phase of the game, Kaleb Gebrewold knew he was in danger. He tried pegging J. Maya Krishnan-Jha as a bigger threat, but it didn’t seem to work. One by one, each player went to the cast their votes and all of them wrote down Kaleb’s name. Kaleb, having been warned by Emily Flippen that his game was hanging from a thread, didn’t vote and instead opted to play his Shot in the Dark.
“I’m gonna...
After the remaining 13 players attended a group tribal council in the pre-merge phase of the game, Kaleb Gebrewold knew he was in danger. He tried pegging J. Maya Krishnan-Jha as a bigger threat, but it didn’t seem to work. One by one, each player went to the cast their votes and all of them wrote down Kaleb’s name. Kaleb, having been warned by Emily Flippen that his game was hanging from a thread, didn’t vote and instead opted to play his Shot in the Dark.
“I’m gonna...
- 11/2/2023
- by Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
Heading into the sixth episode of “Survivor 45,” the original Belo tribe had finally lost one contestant (Brando Meyer), compared to the four people gone from the original Lulu tribe, while the original Reba tribe was still sitting pretty at six. With the “drop your buffs” moment coming up on Wednesday night, how would the long-awaited merge affect the current alliances and feuds within the game?
Below, read our minute-by-minute “Survivor 45” Episode 6 recap/live blog of “I’m not Batman, I’m the Canadian” to find out what happened Wednesday, November 1, 2023 at 8:00 p.m. Et/Pt. Then be sure to sound off in the comments section about your favorite castaways on CBS’s reality TV show, who annoys you the most and who you think will ultimately join the “Survivor” winners list and take home the $1 million grand prize. Jeff Probst once again hosts the long-running competition series.
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Below, read our minute-by-minute “Survivor 45” Episode 6 recap/live blog of “I’m not Batman, I’m the Canadian” to find out what happened Wednesday, November 1, 2023 at 8:00 p.m. Et/Pt. Then be sure to sound off in the comments section about your favorite castaways on CBS’s reality TV show, who annoys you the most and who you think will ultimately join the “Survivor” winners list and take home the $1 million grand prize. Jeff Probst once again hosts the long-running competition series.
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- 11/2/2023
- by John Benutty and Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
Cue the fireworks! There’s a fiery new rivalry forming on “Survivor 45” between bartender Kendra McQuarrie and investment analyst Emily Flippen. As it turns out, Emily’s decision in last week’s episode to vote with Austin Li Coon and Drew Basile in ousting Brandon “Brando” Meyer left Kendra as the odd woman out of the Belo tribe. Due to the betrayal, Kendra now proclaims she wants to “get revenge on Emily.” Watch the “Survivor 45” sneak peek video above for Episode 6.
The promo clip starts out on Night 11 at the Belo camp, just moments after Brando’s exit. Emily starts the fireside discussion by noting, “For what it’s worth, I think we did talk about telling you, [Kendra]. And the only fear was if it got back to Brando and he played his Shot in the Dark. I know that’s not what you expected, and I feel terrible for lying to you.
The promo clip starts out on Night 11 at the Belo camp, just moments after Brando’s exit. Emily starts the fireside discussion by noting, “For what it’s worth, I think we did talk about telling you, [Kendra]. And the only fear was if it got back to Brando and he played his Shot in the Dark. I know that’s not what you expected, and I feel terrible for lying to you.
- 10/31/2023
- by Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
On Wednesday’s fifth episode of “Survivor 45,” the Belo tribe made their first trip to Tribal Council. As the post-swap tribe most evenly mixed with two original Reba, two original Belo and one original Lulu, the vote was a split decision between which original tribe would be allowed to keep their full numbers in the game. With a gutsy move to sway another castaway in his direction, original Belo member Brando Meyer proved to the others that he was playing too hard and was voted out. Read on for Brando’s “Survivor 45” exit interview from the end of the episode.
Brando’s strategy at the new Belo tribe was to test his connections with new people since he saw his connection to Kendra McQuarrie as one of the weakest from his original tribe. His first attempt to build something new was with a “nerd alliance” with Drew Basile (original Reba...
Brando’s strategy at the new Belo tribe was to test his connections with new people since he saw his connection to Kendra McQuarrie as one of the weakest from his original tribe. His first attempt to build something new was with a “nerd alliance” with Drew Basile (original Reba...
- 10/26/2023
- by John Benutty
- Gold Derby
Heading into the fifth episode of “Survivor 45,” Lulu was still the only tribe to lose a player — in fact, they lost four. Last week’s tribe swap resulted in all of the remaining players being mixed up, with new alliances forming and fresh threats emerging. So who was the fifth person to have their torch snuffed?
Below, read our minute-by-minute “Survivor 45” Episode 5 recap/live blog of “I Don’t Want to be the Worm” to find out what happened Wednesday, October 25, 2023 at 8:00 p.m. Et/Pt. Then be sure to sound off in the comments section about your favorite castaways on CBS’s reality TV show, who annoys you the most and who you think will ultimately join the “Survivor” winners list and take home the $1 million grand prize. Jeff Probst once again hosts the long-running competition series.
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Below, read our minute-by-minute “Survivor 45” Episode 5 recap/live blog of “I Don’t Want to be the Worm” to find out what happened Wednesday, October 25, 2023 at 8:00 p.m. Et/Pt. Then be sure to sound off in the comments section about your favorite castaways on CBS’s reality TV show, who annoys you the most and who you think will ultimately join the “Survivor” winners list and take home the $1 million grand prize. Jeff Probst once again hosts the long-running competition series.
See Everything to know about ‘Survivor 45’
Here are the current “Survivor...
- 10/26/2023
- by John Benutty and Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
CBSThe fourth episode of “Survivor 45” aired on Wednesday night, concluding with host Jeff Probst snuffing out the torch of Sean Edwards. The 35-year old from Provo, Utah was the fourth castaway sent home after being voted out by the Reba tribe on Day 9. Did they make the right decision? And what were the dumbest, most shocking and most exciting moments of this episode?
Below, read our “Survivor 45” Episode 4 Top 5 moments. Then be sure to sound off in the comments section about your favorite castaways on CBS’s reality TV show, who annoys you the most and who you think will ultimately join the “Survivor” winners list and take home the $1 million grand prize.
See Sean Edwards (‘Survivor 45’ exit interview): ‘I did exactly what I feel is right’
Top 5 Moments of Episode 4:
1. Lulu in Mourning: If there was ever a time for a tribe swap, it was in this...
Below, read our “Survivor 45” Episode 4 Top 5 moments. Then be sure to sound off in the comments section about your favorite castaways on CBS’s reality TV show, who annoys you the most and who you think will ultimately join the “Survivor” winners list and take home the $1 million grand prize.
See Sean Edwards (‘Survivor 45’ exit interview): ‘I did exactly what I feel is right’
Top 5 Moments of Episode 4:
1. Lulu in Mourning: If there was ever a time for a tribe swap, it was in this...
- 10/19/2023
- by Vincent Mandile
- Gold Derby
On Wednesday’s fourth episode of “Survivor 45,” Jeff Probst ushered in the first tribe swap of the new era by redistributing new buffs to the 15 players still in the game. As a result, the three-time losers of Lulu were split apart, each going to a different beach. One of them, Sean Edwards, found new life at the Reba beach, but still lost his fourth straight challenge … and then asked to be voted out. Read on for Sean’s “Survivor 45” exit interview from the end of the episode.
Blindsided by his tribe at the previous Tribal Council, Sean was left outside of the numbers at original Lulu with Kaleb Gebrewold and Emily Flippen having a majority vote over him. Post-swap, Sean picked a red buff alongside four players that kept their red buffs, forming a formidable old Reba blockade that would be tough for him to crack. Ultimately, Sean believed that...
Blindsided by his tribe at the previous Tribal Council, Sean was left outside of the numbers at original Lulu with Kaleb Gebrewold and Emily Flippen having a majority vote over him. Post-swap, Sean picked a red buff alongside four players that kept their red buffs, forming a formidable old Reba blockade that would be tough for him to crack. Ultimately, Sean believed that...
- 10/19/2023
- by John Benutty
- Gold Derby
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