One of the quirkiest people to ever play “Survivor,” Carolyn Wiger, was deemed to be a threat by her fellow Season 44 castaways at numerous times during the game. But alas, she didn’t receive a single jury vote at the final tribal council. (Read our minute-by-minute finale recap.) Instead, her Tika bestie Yamil “Yam Yam” Arocho earned a leading seven out of eight ballots, making him the 44th winner, while Soka’s fire queen Heidi Lagares-Greenblatt won over the remaining juror (Danny Massa).
In Gold Derby’s overnight poll, we asked “Survivor 44” viewers to name who should have won $1 million grand prize, and Carolyn received a majority of the poll results, at 54%. As for the others in the Final 3, Yam Yam came in second place with 24%, while Heidi was close behind at 22%. Do You agree with the poll results of your fellow fans? Be sure to sound off down in the comments section.
In Gold Derby’s overnight poll, we asked “Survivor 44” viewers to name who should have won $1 million grand prize, and Carolyn received a majority of the poll results, at 54%. As for the others in the Final 3, Yam Yam came in second place with 24%, while Heidi was close behind at 22%. Do You agree with the poll results of your fellow fans? Be sure to sound off down in the comments section.
- 5/25/2023
- by Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
Who will win “Survivor 44”? The current season will wrap up on Wednesday, May 24 on CBS with a three-hour episode that crowns the winner from among the Final 5 castaways. All season long, Gold Derby readers made their “Survivor” winner predictions for which contestant they thought would go the distance and claim the $1 million grand prize. Below, see a snapshot in time of our racetrack odds for the Season 44 finale.
As of this writing, the last remaining players are Yamil “Yam Yam” Arocho, Carolyn Wiger, Carson Garrett, Heidi Lagares-Greenblatt and Lauren Harpe. While Carolyn topped our winner’s chart for much of the preceding weeks, Yam Yam has taken the lead in the final stretch, per our users. Will Yam Yam turn on his former Tika allies, Carolyn and Carson, in order to impress the jury? He floated the idea last week, but ultimately decided not to. Stay tuned!
Here are the...
As of this writing, the last remaining players are Yamil “Yam Yam” Arocho, Carolyn Wiger, Carson Garrett, Heidi Lagares-Greenblatt and Lauren Harpe. While Carolyn topped our winner’s chart for much of the preceding weeks, Yam Yam has taken the lead in the final stretch, per our users. Will Yam Yam turn on his former Tika allies, Carolyn and Carson, in order to impress the jury? He floated the idea last week, but ultimately decided not to. Stay tuned!
Here are the...
- 5/24/2023
- by Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
Hey, "Survivor" fans. Tonight, May 17, 2023, another new episode of Survivor's current season 44 did indeed hit the air, and we saw another unlucky contestant get voted off and sent to the jury at the end of it. Tonight's episode kicked off with Caroyln talking to the private cams about how she played her immunity idol on Carson at the last tribal council meeting, which sent Danny Massa packing for the jury. Carolyn told the private cams, "I don't regret playing my idol. Me, Carson and Yam Yam are still together." Carolyn went on to tell everyone how she found her idol earlier on in the game along with some intricate details about how she's been playing the game. Yam Yam was impressed. In fact, he was so impressed that he told the private cams, "Carolyn needs to stop letting everyone know how good she is. It's creating a bigger target for her.
- 5/18/2023
- by Andre Braddox
- OnTheFlix
Heading into the 12th episode of “Survivor 44,” the original Tika tribe was still dominating the game as they had a leading three members, compared to two for Ratu (Jaime Lynn Ruiz and Lauren Harpe) and one for Soka (Heidi Lagares-Greenblatt). So who ended up having their torch snuffed by host Jeff Probst just one week before the season finale?
Below, read our minute-by-minute “Survivor 44” Episode 12 recap/live blog of “I’m the Bandit” to find out what happened Wednesday, May 17, 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.
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Below, read our minute-by-minute “Survivor 44” Episode 12 recap/live blog of “I’m the Bandit” to find out what happened Wednesday, May 17, 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.
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- 5/18/2023
- by Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
CBS has released another “Survivor 44” deleted scene that takes place shortly after fan favorite Carolyn Wiger was blindsided at tribal council over her Bff Frannie Marin‘s elimination. During the four-minute clip, audiences get some more insight into what makes the 35-year-old drug counselor from Minnesota tick. Watch the unseen moment above.
It’s Day 20 at the Va Va camp and Carolyn is reflecting on how she yelled at allies Yamil “Yam Yam” Arocho and Carson Garrett for not filling her in on the Frannie vote. She tells the camera, “My strategy waking up this morning after tribal was like, I need to get out of this funk.” Carolyn tries to center herself by sitting by the beach and looking out at the water.
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Carolyn admits, “I was a little rude” when she yelled at Yam Yam and Carson, her fellow “three amigos” from the Tika camp.
It’s Day 20 at the Va Va camp and Carolyn is reflecting on how she yelled at allies Yamil “Yam Yam” Arocho and Carson Garrett for not filling her in on the Frannie vote. She tells the camera, “My strategy waking up this morning after tribal was like, I need to get out of this funk.” Carolyn tries to center herself by sitting by the beach and looking out at the water.
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Carolyn admits, “I was a little rude” when she yelled at Yam Yam and Carson, her fellow “three amigos” from the Tika camp.
- 5/12/2023
- by Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
The following contains spoilers from Wednesday’s episode of Survivor.
Even a well-weaponized shield eventually gets the axe.
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On Wednesday’s episode of Survivor, the former Tika members tightened their grip on the game, despite the fact that Carolyn was hurt and enraged about being...
Even a well-weaponized shield eventually gets the axe.
More from TVLineSurvivor 44 Recap: Trouble in Paradise Disrupts the Game's Most Dominant Alliance — Plus, a Secret Is Finally Out!CBS Trailers: Elsbeth Solves Crimes in Good Wife Spinoff, Kathy Bates Makes Matlock Debut -- Watch VideosCBS Fall Schedule: Survivor/Amazing Race Twist, S.W.A.T. Stays Put, Elsbeth Paired With Todd; Sunday Issue Solved
On Wednesday’s episode of Survivor, the former Tika members tightened their grip on the game, despite the fact that Carolyn was hurt and enraged about being...
- 5/11/2023
- by Nick Caruso
- TVLine.com
The 11th episode of “Survivor 44” aired Wednesday night and concluded with Danny Massa getting his torch snuffed out by host Jeff Probst. The 32-year old firefighter from New York was the latest castaway to go home at this exciting stage of the competition. Did the tribe make the right decision? And what were the dumbest, most shocking and most exciting moments of the 11th episode?
Below, read our “Survivor 44” Episode 11 Top 4 moments. Then be sure to sound off in the comments section about your favorite castaways on CBS’ 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 Danny Massa (‘Survivor 44’ exit interview): ‘This is the adventure of my life, for sure’
Top 4 Moments of “Survivor 44” Episode 11:
1. All Chaos on the Va Va Front: After the last tribal council, the atmosphere...
Below, read our “Survivor 44” Episode 11 Top 4 moments. Then be sure to sound off in the comments section about your favorite castaways on CBS’ 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 Danny Massa (‘Survivor 44’ exit interview): ‘This is the adventure of my life, for sure’
Top 4 Moments of “Survivor 44” Episode 11:
1. All Chaos on the Va Va Front: After the last tribal council, the atmosphere...
- 5/11/2023
- by Vincent Mandile
- Gold Derby
On Wednesday’s 11th episode of “Survivor 44,” Danny Massa cut the mission to find out who cast a vote against him short, believing it to have been a member of Tika. That belief led him down a path to targeting Yamil “Yam Yam” Arocho for the vote, but Yam Yam brought together the former Ratu members to oust Danny instead. Read on for his “Survivor 44” exit interview from the end of the episode.
For Danny, the vote should have been simple. With two Soka, two Ratu and three Tika in the game, the four non-Tika were supposed to align together to take out Yam Yam or Carson Garrett. Everyone was on board to take out Yam Yam, until he won his first immunity challenge and had safety. When the vote turned to Carson, the plan was still on, but Jaime Lynn Ruiz and Lauren Harpe were swayed by Tika to take out Danny instead.
For Danny, the vote should have been simple. With two Soka, two Ratu and three Tika in the game, the four non-Tika were supposed to align together to take out Yam Yam or Carson Garrett. Everyone was on board to take out Yam Yam, until he won his first immunity challenge and had safety. When the vote turned to Carson, the plan was still on, but Jaime Lynn Ruiz and Lauren Harpe were swayed by Tika to take out Danny instead.
- 5/11/2023
- by John Benutty
- Gold Derby
Warning: this article contains spoilers from the May 10 episode of “Survivor 44” — read at your own risk!
Following this week’s elimination of Danny Massa, the final six contestants of “Survivor 44” have been named, and four of them are women: Carolyn Wiger, Heidi Lagares-Greenblatt, Jaime Lynn Ruiz and Lauren Harpe. The other two remaining players are Yamil “Yam Yam” Arocho and Carson Garrett, aka Carolyn’s fellow “three amigos” from the original Tika tribe. So will a woman win “Survivor 44”?
Since the new era of CBS’s reality TV show began with the Covid-delayed 41st season, two of the three winners have been female (Erika Casupanan in “Survivor 41” and Maryanne Oketch in “Survivor 42”), bucking the usual trend of men receiving the $1 million check. To date, 17 seasons of “Survivor” were won by women, compared to a whopping 26 cycles dominated by men. Last year, Mike Gabler was the champion of “Survivor 43,” the only...
Following this week’s elimination of Danny Massa, the final six contestants of “Survivor 44” have been named, and four of them are women: Carolyn Wiger, Heidi Lagares-Greenblatt, Jaime Lynn Ruiz and Lauren Harpe. The other two remaining players are Yamil “Yam Yam” Arocho and Carson Garrett, aka Carolyn’s fellow “three amigos” from the original Tika tribe. So will a woman win “Survivor 44”?
Since the new era of CBS’s reality TV show began with the Covid-delayed 41st season, two of the three winners have been female (Erika Casupanan in “Survivor 41” and Maryanne Oketch in “Survivor 42”), bucking the usual trend of men receiving the $1 million check. To date, 17 seasons of “Survivor” were won by women, compared to a whopping 26 cycles dominated by men. Last year, Mike Gabler was the champion of “Survivor 43,” the only...
- 5/11/2023
- by Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
Heading into the 11th episode of “Survivor 44,” the original Tika tribe was sitting pretty at a leading three members, compared to just two each for the original Ratu tribe (Lauren Harpe and Jaime Lynn Ruiz) and the original Soka tribe (Heidi Lagares-Greenblatt and Danny Massa). So who ended up having their torch snuffed by host Jeff Probst on Wednesday night?
Below, read our minute-by-minute “Survivor 44” Episode 11 recap/live blog of “I’m Not Worthy” to find out what happened Wednesday, May 10, 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.
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Below, read our minute-by-minute “Survivor 44” Episode 11 recap/live blog of “I’m Not Worthy” to find out what happened Wednesday, May 10, 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.
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- 5/11/2023
- by John Benutty and Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
Of the players eliminated so far on “Survivor 44,” Gold Derby asked viewers in our recent poll to name who should return for a future All-Stars season. The poll results are in and there is one name that tops the list of over two-thirds of voters: Frannie Marin! The only other castaway to earn more than 10% of the vote is Matthew Grinstead-Mayle, the adventurous superfan that left the game by choice due to a shoulder injury. (Note that we did not include Bruce Perreault as an option because Jeff Probst has already invited him back.)
Here are the complete poll results for who fans want back as an All-Star:
67% — Frannie Marin
14% — Matthew Grinstead-Mayle
7% — Matt Blankinship
5% — Brandon Cottom
2% — Kane Fritzler
1% — Helen Li, Claire Rafson, Maddy Pomilla, Sarah Wade, Josh Wilder
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Frannie’s popularity this season stems from multiple places, all popular tropes in the Survivor-sphere. She...
Here are the complete poll results for who fans want back as an All-Star:
67% — Frannie Marin
14% — Matthew Grinstead-Mayle
7% — Matt Blankinship
5% — Brandon Cottom
2% — Kane Fritzler
1% — Helen Li, Claire Rafson, Maddy Pomilla, Sarah Wade, Josh Wilder
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Frannie’s popularity this season stems from multiple places, all popular tropes in the Survivor-sphere. She...
- 5/9/2023
- by John Benutty
- Gold Derby
If you think Carolyn Wiger is playing the best game on “Survivor 44,” you’re not alone. The quirky 35-year-old drug counselor from Minnesota topped our recent poll that asked viewers to name the best player in the Top 7. She earned leading 40% support from fans, compared to 39% for their runner-up, Carson Garrett — talk about a close vote!
After Carolyn and Carson, the other five remaining castaways are essentially fighting for scraps in our users’ rankings. Here are the complete poll results for who they say is playing the best game:
40% — Carolyn Wiger
39% — Carson Garrett
12% — Danny Massa
5% — Yamil “Yam Yam” Arocho
Less than 3% — Heidi Lagares-Greenblatt, Lauren Harpe and Jaime Lynn Ruiz
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Perhaps Carolyn’s best move so far was acquiring the birdcage idol in the pre-merge portion of the game and not telling a single person about it. Indeed, she didn’t even spill the beans...
After Carolyn and Carson, the other five remaining castaways are essentially fighting for scraps in our users’ rankings. Here are the complete poll results for who they say is playing the best game:
40% — Carolyn Wiger
39% — Carson Garrett
12% — Danny Massa
5% — Yamil “Yam Yam” Arocho
Less than 3% — Heidi Lagares-Greenblatt, Lauren Harpe and Jaime Lynn Ruiz
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Perhaps Carolyn’s best move so far was acquiring the birdcage idol in the pre-merge portion of the game and not telling a single person about it. Indeed, she didn’t even spill the beans...
- 5/8/2023
- by Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
CBS has released a “Survivor 44” deleted scene that takes place on Day 18 at the Va Va camp, and it’s a doozy. After Frannie Marin wins reward and takes Lauren Harpe, Heidi Lagares-Greenblatt and Carolyn Wiger with her to the Survivor Sanctuary, the other four players back at camp talk advantages. When Carson Garrett admits he’s “not good at” finding things, Danny Massa brags, “You guys have seen me. I’ve been looking.”
We then get quick-cuts of Danny searching for advantages in the jungle as he tearfully narrates, “The lack of food? It sucks. Really not fair. I feel like I could have been over there instead of … looking for this idol, dawg!” The 32-year-old New York firefighter bursts out laughing as he holds up the red triangular amulet, confirming his tears weren’t real.
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Danny says it “would have been great...
We then get quick-cuts of Danny searching for advantages in the jungle as he tearfully narrates, “The lack of food? It sucks. Really not fair. I feel like I could have been over there instead of … looking for this idol, dawg!” The 32-year-old New York firefighter bursts out laughing as he holds up the red triangular amulet, confirming his tears weren’t real.
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Danny says it “would have been great...
- 5/5/2023
- by Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
The 10th episode of “Survivor 44” aired Wednesday night and concluded with Frannie Marin getting her torch snuffed out by host Jeff Probst. The 23-year old research coordinator from Boston was the latest castaway to go home at this exciting stage of the competition. Did the tribe make the right decision? And what were the dumbest, most shocking and most exciting moments of the 10th episode?
Below, read our “Survivor 44” Episode 10 Top 4 moments. Then be sure to sound off in the comments section about your favorite castaways on CBS’ 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 Frannie Marin (‘Survivor 44’ exit interview): ‘I put my game to the test tonight and I failed’
Top 4 Moments of “Survivor 44” Episode 10:
1. An Awkward Return to Camp: Frannie Marin was not happy about being...
Below, read our “Survivor 44” Episode 10 Top 4 moments. Then be sure to sound off in the comments section about your favorite castaways on CBS’ 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 Frannie Marin (‘Survivor 44’ exit interview): ‘I put my game to the test tonight and I failed’
Top 4 Moments of “Survivor 44” Episode 10:
1. An Awkward Return to Camp: Frannie Marin was not happy about being...
- 5/4/2023
- by Vincent Mandile
- Gold Derby
On Wednesday’s 10th episode of “Survivor 44,” Frannie Marin felt the “renegade excitement” of not having protection at Tribal Council for the first time. Her two previous immunity challenge wins and another win at the reward put a target on her back that even her previous Soka allies were too intimidated by to let her remain in the game. Read on for her “Survivor 44” exit interview from the end of the episode.
The vote against Frannie began with Danny Massa putting her name on the table to the other three players that were not picked by her to partake in the reward. The challenge win was Frannie’s third out of five in the individual stage of the game and that made Danny nervous that she could be unbeatable in the end. Having never worked with Lauren Harpe from Ratu in a strategic way, Danny built the bridge and kept...
The vote against Frannie began with Danny Massa putting her name on the table to the other three players that were not picked by her to partake in the reward. The challenge win was Frannie’s third out of five in the individual stage of the game and that made Danny nervous that she could be unbeatable in the end. Having never worked with Lauren Harpe from Ratu in a strategic way, Danny built the bridge and kept...
- 5/4/2023
- by John Benutty
- Gold Derby
Warning: this article contains spoilers from the May 3 episode of “Survivor 44” — read at your own risk!
Following this week’s elimination of Frannie Marin from “Survivor 44,” the Top 7 castaways have officially been named. Tika is still strong at three original contestants, while Ratu (Lauren Harpe and Jaime Lynn Ruiz) and Soka (Heidi Lagares-Greenblatt and Danny Massa) each have two players remaining. Who from this year’s Top 7 do You think is playing the best game? Vote in our “Survivor 44” poll below.
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According to Gold Derby’s predictions, either Carolyn and Carson will be named this season’s Sole Survivor. They’re both fan-favorite underdogs who’ve played incredible social games. And they have managed to avoid being seen as a threesome with Yam Yam because they don’t vote as a block each and every time. Carson has also proved to be a challenge beast,...
Following this week’s elimination of Frannie Marin from “Survivor 44,” the Top 7 castaways have officially been named. Tika is still strong at three original contestants, while Ratu (Lauren Harpe and Jaime Lynn Ruiz) and Soka (Heidi Lagares-Greenblatt and Danny Massa) each have two players remaining. Who from this year’s Top 7 do You think is playing the best game? Vote in our “Survivor 44” poll below.
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According to Gold Derby’s predictions, either Carolyn and Carson will be named this season’s Sole Survivor. They’re both fan-favorite underdogs who’ve played incredible social games. And they have managed to avoid being seen as a threesome with Yam Yam because they don’t vote as a block each and every time. Carson has also proved to be a challenge beast,...
- 5/4/2023
- by Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
And then there were eight. Heading into the 10th episode of “Survivor 44,” the original Ratu tribe was at a disadvantage as they only had two players left (Lauren Harpe and Jaime Lynn Ruiz) compared to three each for Tika and Soka. So who ended up having their torch snuffed by host Jeff Probst on Wednesday night?
Below, read our minute-by-minute “Survivor 44” Episode 10 recap/live blog of “Full Tilt Boogie” to find out what happened Wednesday, May 3, 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.
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Below, read our minute-by-minute “Survivor 44” Episode 10 recap/live blog of “Full Tilt Boogie” to find out what happened Wednesday, May 3, 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.
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- 5/4/2023
- by John Benutty and Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
The ninth episode of “Survivor 44” aired Wednesday night and concluded with Kane Fritzler getting his torch snuffed out by host Jeff Probst. The 25-year old law graduate from Saskatoon, Saskatchewan was the latest castaway to go home at this exciting stage of the competition. Did the tribe make the right decision? And what were the dumbest, most shocking and most exciting moments of the ninth episode?
Below, read our “Survivor 44” Episode 9 Top 4 moments. Then be sure to sound off in the comments section about your favorite castaways on CBS’ 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 Kane Fritzler (‘Survivor 44’ exit interview): ‘Everybody else is playing out here, too. I got outplayed.‘
Top 4 Moments of “Survivor 44” Episode 9:
1. Where is the Idol?: Danny Massa gloated about evening the playing...
Below, read our “Survivor 44” Episode 9 Top 4 moments. Then be sure to sound off in the comments section about your favorite castaways on CBS’ 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 Kane Fritzler (‘Survivor 44’ exit interview): ‘Everybody else is playing out here, too. I got outplayed.‘
Top 4 Moments of “Survivor 44” Episode 9:
1. Where is the Idol?: Danny Massa gloated about evening the playing...
- 4/27/2023
- by Vincent Mandile
- Gold Derby
On Wednesday’s ninth episode of “Survivor 44,” Kane Fritzler made the risky decision of sitting out of the immunity challenge in order to help secure a bag of rice for the tribe. Though his fellow castaways assured him that those who sat out wouldn’t be voted for, they went back on their word and sent Kane to the jury. Read on for his “Survivor 44” exit interview from the end of the episode.
See‘Survivor’ reminder: Players cannot pass advantages to each other as votes are being read
With the three original tribes split evenly at three players apiece, the pre-Tribal Council scramble came down to which two tribes would work together in order to take out a member of the third. Though Frannie Marin clocked the Tika three as successfully playing from the middle of the game, Danny Massa and Heidi Lagares-Greenblatt insisted that Ratu was still a bigger threat to Soka than Tika.
See‘Survivor’ reminder: Players cannot pass advantages to each other as votes are being read
With the three original tribes split evenly at three players apiece, the pre-Tribal Council scramble came down to which two tribes would work together in order to take out a member of the third. Though Frannie Marin clocked the Tika three as successfully playing from the middle of the game, Danny Massa and Heidi Lagares-Greenblatt insisted that Ratu was still a bigger threat to Soka than Tika.
- 4/27/2023
- by John Benutty
- Gold Derby
Heading into the ninth episode of “Survivor 44,” just nine players remained in the running to win the $1 million prize. That numbers includes three original Tika members three original Ratu players and three original Soka contestants. So who ended up having their torch snuffed by host Jeff Probst on Wednesday night?
Below, read our minute-by-minute “Survivor 44” Episode 9 recap/live blog of “Under the Wing of a Dragon” to find out what happened Wednesday, April 26, 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.
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8:00 p.m. – “Previously on ‘Survivor’!” In the eighth episode,...
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8:00 p.m. – “Previously on ‘Survivor’!” In the eighth episode,...
- 4/27/2023
- by John Benutty and Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
Do you love “Survivor”? You’re not alone! Mark your calendars for Thursday night at 6:00 p.m. Pt / 9:00 p.m. Et., as that’s when Gold Derby will stream a Live “Survivor 44” aftershow featuring our website staff editors. We’ll discuss the week’s hottest storylines, the best and worst game moves, and whether the right person had their torch snuffed by host Jeff Probst. And we want to hear from You! Submit your questions and/or comments below for “Survivor 44” Episode 9, and we’ll read out as many as we can live on air.
As of this writing, only nine players still remain on CBS’s reality TV show. Amazingly, they are evenly divided along original tribal lines. Yamil “Yam Yam” Arocho, Carson Garrett and Carolyn Wiger hail from Tika, Kane Fritzler, Lauren Harpe and Jaime Lynn Ruiz represent Ratu, and Heidi Lagares-Greenblatt, Frannie Marin and Danny Massa come from Soka.
As of this writing, only nine players still remain on CBS’s reality TV show. Amazingly, they are evenly divided along original tribal lines. Yamil “Yam Yam” Arocho, Carson Garrett and Carolyn Wiger hail from Tika, Kane Fritzler, Lauren Harpe and Jaime Lynn Ruiz represent Ratu, and Heidi Lagares-Greenblatt, Frannie Marin and Danny Massa come from Soka.
- 4/26/2023
- by Marcus James Dixon, Latasha Ford and Rob Licuria
- Gold Derby
After Danny Massa used his hidden immunity idol last week to save Frannie Marin, the castaways now suspect there’s “another idol in circulation,” which is typically what happens on the CBS reality TV show. In the “Survivor 44” sneak peek video for Episode 9 (watch above), Kane Fritzler, Jaime Lynn Ruiz and Danny are seen searching the jungle for an idol shortly after Brandon Cottom was voted out of the game.
The clip begins on Day 16 at the Va Va camp. “The number one mantra in this game is don’t get cocky,” Kane tells Jaime. “I felt comfortable last night, and I was like, ‘It’s okay to feel comfortable. I’m in the majority alliance’ … I got duped.” To recap, the former Ratu members were completely blindsided by Danny playing his idol, which negated the six votes cast for Frannie, resulting in Brandon’s elimination.
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The clip begins on Day 16 at the Va Va camp. “The number one mantra in this game is don’t get cocky,” Kane tells Jaime. “I felt comfortable last night, and I was like, ‘It’s okay to feel comfortable. I’m in the majority alliance’ … I got duped.” To recap, the former Ratu members were completely blindsided by Danny playing his idol, which negated the six votes cast for Frannie, resulting in Brandon’s elimination.
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- 4/25/2023
- by Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
Before the three tribes of “Survivor 44” merged to one in their move to Ratu beach, Brandon Cottom hid a fake idol in order to throw the new inhabitants off their game. Above, watch the “Survivor 44” deleted scene from episode 8, “Don’t Get Cocky Kid,” where Brandon’s ally Kane Fritzler finds the idol instead.
In the clip, Kane and fellow former Ratu member Lauren Harpe wake up early to collect firewood, which in the game of “Survivor” almost always doubles as an idol hunt. The two express their frustration at how unexpectedly hard it is to locate hidden advantages when they anticipated that it’d be much easier. They return to camp empty-handed, but when Kane goes out for another search later, he comes across the rolled up parchment tucked between two rocks.
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Kane opens the secret package and immediately...
In the clip, Kane and fellow former Ratu member Lauren Harpe wake up early to collect firewood, which in the game of “Survivor” almost always doubles as an idol hunt. The two express their frustration at how unexpectedly hard it is to locate hidden advantages when they anticipated that it’d be much easier. They return to camp empty-handed, but when Kane goes out for another search later, he comes across the rolled up parchment tucked between two rocks.
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Kane opens the secret package and immediately...
- 4/24/2023
- by John Benutty
- Gold Derby
With just nine castaways left in the running to win “Survivor 44,” Gold Derby recently conducted a poll asking you to vote for your favorite players. The poll results are in, and it’s great news for Tika fans. Carolyn Wiger and Carson Garrett, who originally started out on the struggling Tika tribe, came out on top with the most support. Their third tribe member, Yamil “Yam Yam” Arocho, placed in the Top 5 behind Soka campers Frannie Marin and Danny Massa.
Here are the complete poll results for who viewers say are their favorite players from the “Survivor 44” Top 9:
39% — Carolyn Wiger
24% — Carson Garrett
14% — Frannie Marin
13% — Danny Massa
6% — Yamil “Yam Yam” Arocho
3% — Kane Fritzler
Less than 1% — Heidi Lagares-Greenblatt, Lauren Harpe and Jaime Lynn Ruiz
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Carolyn being at the top of our poll results means she has the distinction of being the person who fans Want...
Here are the complete poll results for who viewers say are their favorite players from the “Survivor 44” Top 9:
39% — Carolyn Wiger
24% — Carson Garrett
14% — Frannie Marin
13% — Danny Massa
6% — Yamil “Yam Yam” Arocho
3% — Kane Fritzler
Less than 1% — Heidi Lagares-Greenblatt, Lauren Harpe and Jaime Lynn Ruiz
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Carolyn being at the top of our poll results means she has the distinction of being the person who fans Want...
- 4/21/2023
- by Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
The eighth episode of “Survivor 44” aired Wednesday night and concluded with Brandon Cottom getting his torch snuffed out by host Jeff Probst. The 30-year old from Newton, Pennsylvania was the latest castaway to go home at this exciting stage of the competition. Did the tribe make the right decision? And what were the dumbest, most shocking and most exciting moments of the eighth episode?
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Below, read our “Survivor 44” Episode 8 Top 4 moments. Then be sure to sound off in the comments section about your favorite castaways on CBS’ 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.
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Top 4 Moments of “Survivor 44” Episode 8:
1. Well,...
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Below, read our “Survivor 44” Episode 8 Top 4 moments. Then be sure to sound off in the comments section about your favorite castaways on CBS’ 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.
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Top 4 Moments of “Survivor 44” Episode 8:
1. Well,...
- 4/21/2023
- by Vincent Mandile
- Gold Derby
In the latest episode of Jeff Probst‘s “On Fire with Jeff Probst” podcast, the long-time “Survivor” host confesses that the CBS reality TV show is purposefully designed to be “seen through the eyes of kids.” The conversation came at the end of the podcast when a fan accused him of making the show only for himself.
“I don’t think he’s wrong in that yes, on some level, I am making ‘Survivor’ for me,” Probst readily admitted, as reported by Dalton Ross (EW). He then added, “But I will say that my version of the show, for me, is seen through the eyes of kids. So that is my point of view.”
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Probst later added, “Everybody knows that works with me, I say, ‘Imagine a 7-year-old at home imagining they’re the one making fire, they’re the one who found an idol.
“I don’t think he’s wrong in that yes, on some level, I am making ‘Survivor’ for me,” Probst readily admitted, as reported by Dalton Ross (EW). He then added, “But I will say that my version of the show, for me, is seen through the eyes of kids. So that is my point of view.”
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Probst later added, “Everybody knows that works with me, I say, ‘Imagine a 7-year-old at home imagining they’re the one making fire, they’re the one who found an idol.
- 4/20/2023
- by Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
On Wednesday’s eighth episode of “Survivor 44,” Brandon Cottom was blindsided by the successful use of the Soka birdcage idol. Going into the vote, Brandon felt like the Ratu four were running the game and that he could assemble a unanimous vote against Frannie Marin, but his buddy Danny Massa had other plans. Read on for Brandon’s “Survivor 44” exit interview from the end of the episode.
After Brandon, Jaime Lynn Ruiz and Lauren Harpe secured the elimination of Matt Blankinship, the non-Ratu players realized there was a clear divide in the game between Ratu and Soka fighting for power. That left Yamil “Yam Yam” Arocho, Carolyn Wiger and Carson Garrett in the middle as “the three stooges” of Tika who could play the middle between the two sides. Having saved Yam Yam in the previous vote, Brandon believed that he’d work with Ratu against Soka and that Carolyn would follow suit.
After Brandon, Jaime Lynn Ruiz and Lauren Harpe secured the elimination of Matt Blankinship, the non-Ratu players realized there was a clear divide in the game between Ratu and Soka fighting for power. That left Yamil “Yam Yam” Arocho, Carolyn Wiger and Carson Garrett in the middle as “the three stooges” of Tika who could play the middle between the two sides. Having saved Yam Yam in the previous vote, Brandon believed that he’d work with Ratu against Soka and that Carolyn would follow suit.
- 4/20/2023
- by John Benutty
- Gold Derby
Following the elimination of Brandon Cottom from “Survivor 44,” the Top 9 castaways have officially been named. Amazingly, they are evenly divided along original tribal lines. Yamil “Yam Yam” Arocho, Carson Garrett and Carolyn Wiger hail from Tika, Kane Fritzler, Lauren Harpe and Jaime Lynn Ruiz represent Ratu, and Heidi Lagares-Greenblatt, Frannie Marin and Danny Massa come from Soka. Who from this year’s Top 9 is your favorite contestant? Vote in our “Survivor 44” poll below.
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According to Gold Derby’s predictions, Carolyn is the person viewers think will ultimately win the game. She started out as a bit of wildcard, having trouble connecting to her fellow Tika tribe members. The only person she felt close with was Bruce Perreault, but then he was medically evacuated due to a head injury. After Tika lost an early immunity challenge, Carson found himself in the middle between two pairs:...
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According to Gold Derby’s predictions, Carolyn is the person viewers think will ultimately win the game. She started out as a bit of wildcard, having trouble connecting to her fellow Tika tribe members. The only person she felt close with was Bruce Perreault, but then he was medically evacuated due to a head injury. After Tika lost an early immunity challenge, Carson found himself in the middle between two pairs:...
- 4/20/2023
- by Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
Heading into the eighth episode of “Survivor 44,” the remaining players had just been divided into two teams by host Jeff Probst. The winning group was spared having to vote someone out, while the losing group went to tribal council and ousted Matt in a narrow vote over Yam Yam. So how did Wednesday’s all-new hour play out with the Top 10?
Below, read our minute-by-minute “Survivor 44” Episode 8 recap/live blog of “Don’t Get Cocky Kid” to find out what happened Wednesday, April 19, 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.
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Below, read our minute-by-minute “Survivor 44” Episode 8 recap/live blog of “Don’t Get Cocky Kid” to find out what happened Wednesday, April 19, 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.
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- 4/20/2023
- by John Benutty and Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
As the game heads in to what should be the first straight-forward merge vote of “Survivor 44,” where we hope all Top 10 players left have a say in who goes home next, the game seems to have split unevenly down original tribal lines. Brandon Cottom, Jaime Lynn Ruiz and Lauren Harpe took the upper hand in episode 7 to cut down the Soka numbers by one, but have curiously left Kane Fritzler on the outside looking in. Soka members Danny Massa, Heidi Lagares-Greenblat and Frannie Marin are now in defense mode, while Tika contestants Carson Garrett, Carolyn Wiger and Yamil “Yam Yam” Arocho are still trying to find out how they fit in to the plans.
In our third power rankings list of the season, we break the Top 10 down into two groups: the five in the Best position and the five in the Worst. Below are our picks for the players...
In our third power rankings list of the season, we break the Top 10 down into two groups: the five in the Best position and the five in the Worst. Below are our picks for the players...
- 4/18/2023
- by John Benutty
- Gold Derby
As the game heads in to what should be the first straight-forward merge vote of “Survivor 44,” where we hope all Top 10 players left have a say in who goes home next, the game seems to have split unevenly down original tribal lines. Brandon Cottom, Jaime Lynn Ruiz and Lauren Harpe took the upper hand in episode 7 to cut down the Soka numbers by one, but have curiously left Kane Fritzler on the outside looking in. Soka members Danny Massa, Heidi Lagares-Greenblat and Frannie Marin are now in defense mode, while Tika contestants Carson Garrett, Carolyn Wiger and Yamil “Yam Yam” Arocho are still trying to find out how they fit in to the plans.
In our third power rankings list of the season, we break the Top 10 down into two groups: the five in the Best position and the five in the Worst. Below are our picks for the players...
In our third power rankings list of the season, we break the Top 10 down into two groups: the five in the Best position and the five in the Worst. Below are our picks for the players...
- 4/18/2023
- by John Benutty
- Gold Derby
In CBS’s latest “Survivor 44” deleted scene, viewers learn more about Matt Blankinship‘s unsuccessful mad scramble to save himself from elimination in Episode 7. Prior to tribal council, Matt goes to Jaime Lynn Ruiz and basically throws Danny Massa under the bus for duping him into believing he’d found a hidden immunity idol, when really it was a fake one planted by Danny, who had the real one. Jaime’s response? She calls Matt a “liar liar, pants on fire.” Watch the video above.
The scene begins at the old Soka camp on Day 14, with Matt showing Jaime, Yamil “Yam Yam” Arocho, Lauren Harpe and Brandon Cottom his former home. Remember, this small group lost the immunity challenge, so only they would be eligible to be voted out at the impending tribal council.
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“The immunity challenge was like a mixed emotion for me,...
The scene begins at the old Soka camp on Day 14, with Matt showing Jaime, Yamil “Yam Yam” Arocho, Lauren Harpe and Brandon Cottom his former home. Remember, this small group lost the immunity challenge, so only they would be eligible to be voted out at the impending tribal council.
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“The immunity challenge was like a mixed emotion for me,...
- 4/14/2023
- by Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
The seventh episode of “Survivor 44” aired on Wednesday night and concluded with Matt Blankinship getting his torch snuffed out by host Jeff Probst. The 27-year old from San Francisco, California was the latest castaway to go home at this exciting stage of the competition. Did they make the right decision? And what were the dumbest, most shocking and most exciting moments of the seventh episode?
Below, read our “Survivor 44” Episode 7 Top 3 moments. Then be sure to sound off in the comments section about your favorite castaways on CBS’ 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.
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Top 3 Moments of “Survivor 44” Episode 7:
1. Meet Va Va: The newly minted Va Va tribe, which is my favorite name of any tribe in recent seasons,...
Below, read our “Survivor 44” Episode 7 Top 3 moments. Then be sure to sound off in the comments section about your favorite castaways on CBS’ 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.
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Top 3 Moments of “Survivor 44” Episode 7:
1. Meet Va Va: The newly minted Va Va tribe, which is my favorite name of any tribe in recent seasons,...
- 4/14/2023
- by Vincent Mandile
- Gold Derby
Shortly after “Survivor 44” shook up the merged tribe and sent home Matt Blankinship in a tearful tribal council, CBS released a deleted scene from Episode 7 showcasing an overwhelmed Kane Fritzler. On Day 14, just prior to the immunity challenge, the 25-year-old law graduate (and “Dungeons & Dragons” enthusiast) from Canada says he now has some “skin in the game” because he received a vote at the prior tribal council.
To recap, Kane’s name was written down by Carolyn Wiger in a 1-3-7 vote over Yamil “Yam Yam” Arocho and Josh Wilder (who went home). “It was a little spicy,” Kane told the camera about seeing Jeff Probst holding a parchment with his name. “It tells me that I’m playing, I’m not hidden anymore.”
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As the clip continues, Frannie Marin reads the morning’s tree-mail aloud to the entire group of 11 castaways: “Chasing the proverbial carrot,...
To recap, Kane’s name was written down by Carolyn Wiger in a 1-3-7 vote over Yamil “Yam Yam” Arocho and Josh Wilder (who went home). “It was a little spicy,” Kane told the camera about seeing Jeff Probst holding a parchment with his name. “It tells me that I’m playing, I’m not hidden anymore.”
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As the clip continues, Frannie Marin reads the morning’s tree-mail aloud to the entire group of 11 castaways: “Chasing the proverbial carrot,...
- 4/13/2023
- by Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
The April 12 episode of “Survivor 44” delivered yet another twist in the form of a brand new “Control a Vote” advantage. This power, which expired later that night, allowed the bearer to dictate how another person would vote at tribal council. So did the advantage holder, Heidi Lagares-Greenblatt, use it correctly by targeting the right person? Or did the power go to waste? Vote in our poll below and then defend your choice in the comments section.
To recap, after host Jeff Probst divided the 11 remaining players into two teams, Heidi’s group, won safety plus a peanut butter and jelly reward. That meant someone on the opposing group would be voted out.
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After munching on their Pb&Js, the winning contestants learned that there was a new advantage hanging inside the birdcage, and one of the dozens of keys hidden...
To recap, after host Jeff Probst divided the 11 remaining players into two teams, Heidi’s group, won safety plus a peanut butter and jelly reward. That meant someone on the opposing group would be voted out.
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After munching on their Pb&Js, the winning contestants learned that there was a new advantage hanging inside the birdcage, and one of the dozens of keys hidden...
- 4/13/2023
- by Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
Heading into the seventh episode of “Survivor 44,” the remaining 11 players had finally merged into one tribe. Of this group, three are original Tika members, four are original Soka castaways and four are original Ratu contestants. So whose torch did host Jeff Probst snuff out at tribal council?
Below, read our minute-by-minute “Survivor 44” Episode 7 recap/live blog of “Let’s Not Be Cute About It” to find out what happened Wednesday, April 12, 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.
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8:00 p.m. – “Previously on ‘Survivor’!” In the sixth episode,...
Below, read our minute-by-minute “Survivor 44” Episode 7 recap/live blog of “Let’s Not Be Cute About It” to find out what happened Wednesday, April 12, 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.
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8:00 p.m. – “Previously on ‘Survivor’!” In the sixth episode,...
- 4/13/2023
- by John Benutty and Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
After being put in “Survivor” no-vote hell for the first 13 days of the game, Matt Blankinship is finally able to cast a vote at tribal council, and he can’t wait to finally play. In CBS’s “Survivor 44” episode 7 sneak peek video (watch above), Matt reminds viewers how he got into this predicament in the first place, and how his ever-evolving showmance with Frannie Marin is keeping him going on the island.
“I’m feeling weirdly confident and comfortable for the next phase of this game,” Matt tells Frannie as they meet secretly in the jungle following the elimination of Josh Wilder on Night 13. Frannie then gives a chef’s kiss to the sky to celebrate Matt getting his vote back.
In a private confessional, Matt explains to the camera, “I went on a journey in the very beginning of the game. I lost two votes at tribal councils. But after last night,...
“I’m feeling weirdly confident and comfortable for the next phase of this game,” Matt tells Frannie as they meet secretly in the jungle following the elimination of Josh Wilder on Night 13. Frannie then gives a chef’s kiss to the sky to celebrate Matt getting his vote back.
In a private confessional, Matt explains to the camera, “I went on a journey in the very beginning of the game. I lost two votes at tribal councils. But after last night,...
- 4/11/2023
- by Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
Before the newly merged tribe on “Survivor 44” executed a plan to oust Josh Wilder from the game, they supported him following a shocking moment of physical weakness. Above, watch the “Survivor 44” deleted scene from episode 6, “Survivor with a Capital S,” where Josh faints at camp.
In the clip, which begins with his in-game nemesis Yamil “Yam Yam” Arocho connecting on a game level with Danny Massa, Josh shocks his tribe mates when he stands up and then quickly passes out to the ground. Heidi Lagares-Greenblatt, Frannie Marin and Lauren Harpe witness the fall from nearby and quickly rush to assist him back to consciousness. Josh recounts that he “stood up too fast, and I got real dizzy and I started kinda zoning in — you see the black zone — and I passed out.”
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Josh explains that the experience was scary to...
In the clip, which begins with his in-game nemesis Yamil “Yam Yam” Arocho connecting on a game level with Danny Massa, Josh shocks his tribe mates when he stands up and then quickly passes out to the ground. Heidi Lagares-Greenblatt, Frannie Marin and Lauren Harpe witness the fall from nearby and quickly rush to assist him back to consciousness. Josh recounts that he “stood up too fast, and I got real dizzy and I started kinda zoning in — you see the black zone — and I passed out.”
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Josh explains that the experience was scary to...
- 4/11/2023
- by John Benutty
- Gold Derby
The sixth episode of “Survivor 44” aired on Wednesday night and concluded with Josh Wilder getting his torch snuffed out by host Jeff Probst. The 34-year old from Atlanta, Georgia was the latest castaway to go home before the merge was made official. Did they make the right decision? And what were the dumbest, most shocking and most exciting moments of the sixth episode?
Below, read our “Survivor 44” Episode 6 Top 3 moments. Then be sure to sound off in the comments section about your favorite castaways on CBS’ 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 Josh Wilder (‘Survivor 44’ exit interview): ‘I’m bummed and it sucks’
Top 3 Moments of “Survivor 44” Episode 6:
1. One Big Happy Family…For Now: Every season, the merge always makes me especially excited because it not only...
Below, read our “Survivor 44” Episode 6 Top 3 moments. Then be sure to sound off in the comments section about your favorite castaways on CBS’ 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.
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Top 3 Moments of “Survivor 44” Episode 6:
1. One Big Happy Family…For Now: Every season, the merge always makes me especially excited because it not only...
- 4/10/2023
- by Vincent Mandile
- Gold Derby
April 5 was the big “merge episode” of “Survivor 44,” when the three tribes came together to live on the same beach. Prior to the merge, the camera showed us how the Soka tribe reacted to the news, and Danny Massa readily admitted he was “a little emotional” to say goodbye to the beach he’d lived on for 12 days. Watch the “Survivor 44” deleted scene above.
Danny read the tree-mail aloud, which instructed the five Soka players to “drop [their] buffs” and “collect [their] things” in the next 10 minutes. Cue the hugs and screams of excitement as the group prepared to enter the new stage of the competition.
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“Soka is no more,” Danny declared in a confessional. “Ordinarily in life, like if I was watching myself on TV, and I saw what I’m about to say now, I’d be like, ‘Dude, get out of here man,...
Danny read the tree-mail aloud, which instructed the five Soka players to “drop [their] buffs” and “collect [their] things” in the next 10 minutes. Cue the hugs and screams of excitement as the group prepared to enter the new stage of the competition.
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“Soka is no more,” Danny declared in a confessional. “Ordinarily in life, like if I was watching myself on TV, and I saw what I’m about to say now, I’d be like, ‘Dude, get out of here man,...
- 4/7/2023
- by Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
Some Survivor fans like reading into the edit of the episodes to see what producers are trying to hide or tell fans. Season 44 heavily shows Carolyn Wiger’s point of view and breaks the format multiple times. Here is a theory on why they went a different route.
[Spoiler alert: This article contains spoilers from Survivor 44 Episode 6, “Survivor With a Capitol S.”]
Carolyn Wiger on ‘Survivor 44’ | Robert Voets/CBS via Getty Images ‘Survivor 44’ is heavily edited from Carolyn Wiger’s point of view
Season 44 had a unique start, with a blooper of Carolyn doing a confessional. It certainly threw off the audience, and at the time, it was unclear what the editors were trying to say about the season. But after six episodes, the producers’ vision seems more apparent.
The following episodes returned to the show’s format of picking up with a tribe returning to camp from the Tribal Council. Two of which were Tika with Carolyn.
Episode 6 started with Carolyn’s voice...
[Spoiler alert: This article contains spoilers from Survivor 44 Episode 6, “Survivor With a Capitol S.”]
Carolyn Wiger on ‘Survivor 44’ | Robert Voets/CBS via Getty Images ‘Survivor 44’ is heavily edited from Carolyn Wiger’s point of view
Season 44 had a unique start, with a blooper of Carolyn doing a confessional. It certainly threw off the audience, and at the time, it was unclear what the editors were trying to say about the season. But after six episodes, the producers’ vision seems more apparent.
The following episodes returned to the show’s format of picking up with a tribe returning to camp from the Tribal Council. Two of which were Tika with Carolyn.
Episode 6 started with Carolyn’s voice...
- 4/6/2023
- by Nicole Weaver
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Heading into the sixth episode of “Survivor 44,” the Tika tribe had just been told by host Jeff Probst that they wouldn’t have to attend tribal council because Matthew Grinstead-Mayle had left the show due to his bum shoulder. That left 12 people still in the game, and they were all about to compete to “earn their way” into the all-important merge. So how did it all play out on Wednesday night?
Below, read our minute-by-minute “Survivor 44” Episode 6 recap/live blog of “Survivor with a Capital S” to find out what happened Wednesday, April 5, 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.
SEEEverything to know about ‘Survivor 44’
Here are the...
Below, read our minute-by-minute “Survivor 44” Episode 6 recap/live blog of “Survivor with a Capital S” to find out what happened Wednesday, April 5, 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.
SEEEverything to know about ‘Survivor 44’
Here are the...
- 4/6/2023
- by John Benutty and Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
CBS has released yet another deleted scene from “Survivor 44” Episode 5, this time focusing on Josh Wilder. The 34-year-old surgeon from Atlanta started out the game on the Soka tribe, where he was sitting between two dominant pairs. Then he switched over to Tika, where he became a target between the sometimes-friendly, sometimes-warring Yamil “Yam Yam” Arocho and Carolyn Wiger.
On Day 11, Josh gives some insights into his thinking process after the tribe receives tree-mail about the impending immunity challenge (watch above). Yam Yam reads the parchment aloud: “Nothing comes between friends as annoying as a piece of rope. If you are the one dragged to the end, a gentle touch is your only hope.”
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“Going into this next challenge with Tika, I’m worried,” Josh tells the camera in a private confessional. “They’ve not been winning challenges at all, but I have no...
On Day 11, Josh gives some insights into his thinking process after the tribe receives tree-mail about the impending immunity challenge (watch above). Yam Yam reads the parchment aloud: “Nothing comes between friends as annoying as a piece of rope. If you are the one dragged to the end, a gentle touch is your only hope.”
See ‘Survivor’ winners list: All seasons
“Going into this next challenge with Tika, I’m worried,” Josh tells the camera in a private confessional. “They’ve not been winning challenges at all, but I have no...
- 4/5/2023
- by Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
It’s “merge” time for the “Survivor” contestants as the “Next Time On” promo confirmed that all the tribes will coalesce on the same beach. Last week’s fifth episode saw the leave of Matthew Grinstead-Mayle from Ratu after sustaining an injury to his shoulder in the premiere when he fell off of a large rock. This is the second player this season to exit the game due to an injury, and though he technically was not involuntarily medically evacuated like Bruce Perrault was in the premiere, the pain was too excruciating for him to continue forward. Due to Matthew’s departure, the Tika tribe did not have to attend Tribal Council after losing the immunity challenge, but how will the rest of the cast look together when they unite on one beach? Read on as we’re breaking down the game.
Starting with Tika, Yamil “Yam Yam” Arocho and...
Starting with Tika, Yamil “Yam Yam” Arocho and...
- 4/4/2023
- by Christopher Tsang
- Gold Derby
As the “merge” approaches on “Survivor 44,” it’s time to assess the chances of each of the remaining 12 castaways to see who has the best chance of winning the $1 million prize. Check out our merge power rankings below to see why we think Carson is in the best position right now and how the other 11 players stack up against him. Then, be sure to sound off in the comments to let us know who You think is looking the strongest.
1. Carson Garrett
The thing about Carson at the merge is that he’s been really smart about who he’s made ties with so far, and he’s been lucky enough to have most of them stick around to the merge. Yam Yam and Carolyn were his allies in his time at Tika, so they’ll be excited to add him back to their diminishing pod. In his time at Ratu,...
1. Carson Garrett
The thing about Carson at the merge is that he’s been really smart about who he’s made ties with so far, and he’s been lucky enough to have most of them stick around to the merge. Yam Yam and Carolyn were his allies in his time at Tika, so they’ll be excited to add him back to their diminishing pod. In his time at Ratu,...
- 4/3/2023
- by John Benutty
- Gold Derby
Survivor is undoubtedly one of the harshest reality competition shows on broadcast television. Contestants are dumped on a remote beach with little to no supplies (including food), have to build their shelter, compete in grueling physical challenges while dehydrated and malnourished, and on top of it all, play a good enough social game to win $1 million. But to make their lives a little bit easier, do producers at least give the Survivor castaways sunscreen?
Danny Massa | Photo: Robert Voets/CBS ‘Survivor’ castaways have access to a medical kit
While the Survivor castaways have other things to worry about, like rats, snakes, clean water, and food, they don’t have to stress over their skin getting burned.
According to Insider, Elaine Stott from Survivor: Island of the Idols told them that the show’s producers provide the players with a medical kit at their camp. The kit contains supplies like sunscreen,...
Danny Massa | Photo: Robert Voets/CBS ‘Survivor’ castaways have access to a medical kit
While the Survivor castaways have other things to worry about, like rats, snakes, clean water, and food, they don’t have to stress over their skin getting burned.
According to Insider, Elaine Stott from Survivor: Island of the Idols told them that the show’s producers provide the players with a medical kit at their camp. The kit contains supplies like sunscreen,...
- 4/1/2023
- by Sarah Little
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
During the fifth episode of “Survivor 44,” Danny Massa, Brandon Cottom and Carolyn Wiger were chosen to go on this week’s journey. Only this time, the journey was strictly a meal at the Survivor Sanctuary and there were no risks, rewards or advantages to speak of. When Danny returns to the Soka camp, he confesses that he’s “incredibly nervous” to tell his tribe mates about his journey. “Nobody goes on journeys with nothing,” he says to the camera. Watch CBS’s latest “Survivor 44” deleted scene above.
In order to prove that he didn’t have any advantages, Danny empties his pockets and forces the others to go through his belongings. “Please go through my bag,” he tells them, “so they know I didn’t get anything on this journey.” The 32-year-old firefighter from New York later explains, “I didn’t leave it up to chance with the tribe. I...
In order to prove that he didn’t have any advantages, Danny empties his pockets and forces the others to go through his belongings. “Please go through my bag,” he tells them, “so they know I didn’t get anything on this journey.” The 32-year-old firefighter from New York later explains, “I didn’t leave it up to chance with the tribe. I...
- 3/31/2023
- by Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
Survivor 44 Episode 5 was like a breath of fresh air for fans everywhere. After multiple episodes of new advantages and fake immunity idols, spending ample time with the castaways was nice, to say the least. We learned a lot about every tribe’s dynamic (especially Tika’s), and for once in the “new era,” we were thankful for a journey. But who among the Survivor 44 cast played the best game in “The Third Turd?” Read on to find out.
[Spoiler alert: This article contains spoilers from Survivor 44 Episode 5, “The Third Turd.”]
Carolyn Wiger, Brandon Cottom, and Danny Massa | Photo: Robert Voets/CBS No one was voted out in ‘Survivor 44’ Episode 5
Following Sarah Wade’s elimination in Survivor 44 Episode 4, the Tika tribe returned to camp in shambles in episode 5. Yam Yam Arocho was upset because he was left out of the vote. Carolyn Wiger didn’t appreciate being the “third turd” in her alliance with Yam Yam and Sarah. And Josh Wilder was busy...
[Spoiler alert: This article contains spoilers from Survivor 44 Episode 5, “The Third Turd.”]
Carolyn Wiger, Brandon Cottom, and Danny Massa | Photo: Robert Voets/CBS No one was voted out in ‘Survivor 44’ Episode 5
Following Sarah Wade’s elimination in Survivor 44 Episode 4, the Tika tribe returned to camp in shambles in episode 5. Yam Yam Arocho was upset because he was left out of the vote. Carolyn Wiger didn’t appreciate being the “third turd” in her alliance with Yam Yam and Sarah. And Josh Wilder was busy...
- 3/30/2023
- by Sarah Little
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Top 4 moments of ‘Survivor 44’ episode 5: Spilling the tea, another fake idol and an unexpected exit
The fifth episode of “Survivor 44” aired on Wednesday night and concluded with Matthew Grinstead-Mayle leaving the competition. The 43-year old barbershop owner from Columbus, Ohio was the latest castaway to go home, although it was by his own choice. Did he make the right decision? And what were the dumbest, most shocking and most exciting moments of Episode 4?
Below, read our “Survivor 44” Episode 5 Top 3 moments. Then be sure to sound off in the comments section about your favorite castaways on CBS’ 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 Matthew Grinstead-Mayle (‘Survivor 44’ exit interview): ‘Was the journey a little bit short? Absolutely’
Top 4 Moments of “Survivor 44” Episode 5:
1. Around Camp: At Tika, Yamil “Yam Yam” Arocho was shocked by the last tribal and offended he was left out of the conversation,...
Below, read our “Survivor 44” Episode 5 Top 3 moments. Then be sure to sound off in the comments section about your favorite castaways on CBS’ 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 Matthew Grinstead-Mayle (‘Survivor 44’ exit interview): ‘Was the journey a little bit short? Absolutely’
Top 4 Moments of “Survivor 44” Episode 5:
1. Around Camp: At Tika, Yamil “Yam Yam” Arocho was shocked by the last tribal and offended he was left out of the conversation,...
- 3/30/2023
- by Vincent Mandile
- Gold Derby
On Wednesday’s fifth episode of “Survivor 44,” Matthew Grinstead-Mayle woke up on Day 10 following what he called one of his hardest nights in the game due to pain from his shoulder injury from Day 2. Later on, Matthew met with the medical team and Jeff Probst where he decided to remove himself from the game. Read on for his “Survivor 44” exit interview from the end of the episode.
Back on Day 2 of the season, Matthew decided that he’d climb a rock close to the shore, but nearing the top of the rock, he fell into a shallow bit of water among other rocks. He cut up his foot and dislocated his shoulder, but was cleared to remain in the game under the guidance of taking it easy until it naturally healed. By Day 10, the pain had not subsided, only increased, and reached an unbearable level that made Matthew to make the tough decision.
Back on Day 2 of the season, Matthew decided that he’d climb a rock close to the shore, but nearing the top of the rock, he fell into a shallow bit of water among other rocks. He cut up his foot and dislocated his shoulder, but was cleared to remain in the game under the guidance of taking it easy until it naturally healed. By Day 10, the pain had not subsided, only increased, and reached an unbearable level that made Matthew to make the tough decision.
- 3/30/2023
- by John Benutty
- Gold Derby
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