When the penultimate episode of Survivor 44 kicks off, all eyes are on Yam Yam. And by “all eyes,” I mean mine. Both of them. We saw those previews from last week! We know he’s gazing at his island bestie and alliance mate Carolyn. Plotting. Scheming. But when is the right time to cut her, and does he have what it takes to make the ultimate betrayal?
The Tika alliance has stuck together thus far, and while Yam Yam is itching to go rogue, Carson and Carolyn appear to be locked in. Carson feels they can beat Carolyn in a Final 3 situation,...
The Tika alliance has stuck together thus far, and while Yam Yam is itching to go rogue, Carson and Carolyn appear to be locked in. Carson feels they can beat Carolyn in a Final 3 situation,...
- 5/18/2023
- by Nick Caruso
- TVLine.com
Survivor is not an easy game. Producers dump castaways on a deserted beach with minimal resources and force them to compete in brutal physical challenges. They are starving, suffering from bug bites and other ailments, and are subject to harsh weather conditions. So it doesn’t come as a surprise that numerous players have quit over the show’s 44 seasons. But do the Survivor contestants still get paid if they forfeit their spot in the game?
Colton Cumbie | Photo by Monty Brinton/CBS via Getty Images ‘Survivor’ castaways get paid for being on the show despite their placement
Every Survivor fan knows that the Sole Survivor gets paid $1 million (before taxes) for winning their season. But what the CBS reality competition series doesn’t disclose on air is that producers pay the other contestants just for being on the show.
CinemaBlend reports that the first boot receives $3,500, and the total rises as the placement increases.
Colton Cumbie | Photo by Monty Brinton/CBS via Getty Images ‘Survivor’ castaways get paid for being on the show despite their placement
Every Survivor fan knows that the Sole Survivor gets paid $1 million (before taxes) for winning their season. But what the CBS reality competition series doesn’t disclose on air is that producers pay the other contestants just for being on the show.
CinemaBlend reports that the first boot receives $3,500, and the total rises as the placement increases.
- 4/8/2023
- by Sarah Little
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
A former actor cried on the stand when testifying that Harvey Weinstein assaulted her two times, decades apart, during the Toronto International Film Festival.
Kelly Sipherd — who was an aspiring actor in the 80’s and 90’s, but has since left the entertainment business — went into graphic detail alleging Weinstein forced oral sex on her in 1991, and masturbated in front of her in 2008. Both alleged assaults occurred at the Four Seasons Hotel in Toronto.
“You’re going to love this. … It’s okay … it won’t be long,” Sipherd remembered Weinstein saying when he allegedly assaulted and raped her for the first time. She told the jury that she repeatedly asked him to stop.
She recalled him saying, “I’m going to fuck you. It won’t take long. Just relax.”
Sipherd is an uncharged witness, meaning the 11 charges Weinstein faces do not stem from her allegations. The jury will not...
Kelly Sipherd — who was an aspiring actor in the 80’s and 90’s, but has since left the entertainment business — went into graphic detail alleging Weinstein forced oral sex on her in 1991, and masturbated in front of her in 2008. Both alleged assaults occurred at the Four Seasons Hotel in Toronto.
“You’re going to love this. … It’s okay … it won’t be long,” Sipherd remembered Weinstein saying when he allegedly assaulted and raped her for the first time. She told the jury that she repeatedly asked him to stop.
She recalled him saying, “I’m going to fuck you. It won’t take long. Just relax.”
Sipherd is an uncharged witness, meaning the 11 charges Weinstein faces do not stem from her allegations. The jury will not...
- 10/31/2022
- by Elizabeth Wagmeister
- Variety Film + TV
The Los Angeles courtroom where Harvey Weinstein faces multiple rape charges became heated Monday when defense Attorney Alan Jackson – dispatched all trial long to launch fiery attacks on the credibility of accusers on the stand – began sparring with “Kelly S.,” the third of eight women who are set to testify against the disgraced movie mogul.
Earlier Monday (see below), Kelly S. told jurors that she was assaulted by Weinstein in 1991 at the Toronto Film festival. Then, 17 years later, she says she went up to his room to confront him about the rape – and he violated her again.
In a hectoring cross-examination, Jackson grilled Kelly S. about whether she had some kind of hidden interest in Weinstein, dancing around the question until he asked outright: “Did you find him fetching?”
Something about that lit a fire under Deputy District Attorney Marlene Martinez. Ahead of her redirect, she asked for a sidebar...
Earlier Monday (see below), Kelly S. told jurors that she was assaulted by Weinstein in 1991 at the Toronto Film festival. Then, 17 years later, she says she went up to his room to confront him about the rape – and he violated her again.
In a hectoring cross-examination, Jackson grilled Kelly S. about whether she had some kind of hidden interest in Weinstein, dancing around the question until he asked outright: “Did you find him fetching?”
Something about that lit a fire under Deputy District Attorney Marlene Martinez. Ahead of her redirect, she asked for a sidebar...
- 10/31/2022
- by Kelly Hartog and Josh Dickey
- The Wrap
Stephen Fishbach was the runner-up on Survivor: Tocantins and a member of the jury on Survivor Cambodia: Second Chance. He has been blogging about Survivor strategy for People since 2009. Follow him on Twitter @stephenfishbach.
Erik Reichenbach is a comic artist, illustrator, and former Survivor Fan Favorite. See more of his artwork and commissions on Tumblr.com and follow him on Twitter!
“With me showing you the idol, I show you that I trust you 100 percent.” —Russell Hantz, Survivor: Heroes vs. Villains
Michaela Goes to RocksNobody in Survivor ever wants to go to rocks. But for Michaela Bradshaw, the rocks proved an unprecedented disaster.
Erik Reichenbach is a comic artist, illustrator, and former Survivor Fan Favorite. See more of his artwork and commissions on Tumblr.com and follow him on Twitter!
“With me showing you the idol, I show you that I trust you 100 percent.” —Russell Hantz, Survivor: Heroes vs. Villains
Michaela Goes to RocksNobody in Survivor ever wants to go to rocks. But for Michaela Bradshaw, the rocks proved an unprecedented disaster.
- 11/3/2016
- by Lanford Beard
- PEOPLE.com
"Survivor" isn't a show for quitters and yet many players have quit on "Survivor" over 28 seasons. Players have quit with broken bones, nasty infections, heart problems, stomach problems and whatever those two things were that caused Colton to quit. Jenna quit to be near her ailing mother. Susan quit because Richard Hatch rubbed against her. Various levels of in-game misery caused Janu, Kathy, NaOnka and Purple Kelly to quit. On Wednesday (March 26) night's "Survivor: Cagayan," Lindsey Ogle quit because of her concerns that if she continued to spend time with gloating Bostonian Trish, something bad might happen. Jeff Probst hailed this as a strange sort of "Survivor" first. As a result, the Solana tribe lost Cliff and Lindsey, which Trish and Tony hailed as a huge triumph, even if they were now way down in numbers. Solana subsequently won two straight challenges, which as either a fluke or addition by subtraction.
- 3/29/2014
- by Daniel Fienberg
- Hitfix
Stephen Fishbach was the runner-up on Survivor: Tocantins and has been blogging about Survivor strategy for People since 2009. Follow him on Twitter @stephenfishbach. Erik Reichenbach is a Survivor fan-turned-favorite, a comic book author and artist. He placed fifth on both Survivor: Micronesia and Survivor: Caramoan. Follow him on Twitter @BloodyAmer1can
"Everybody with an immunity idol is considered dangerous."
– Andria "Dreamz" Herd, Survivor: Fiji
Well, Jeff Probst – this is what happens when you cast a quitter. He quits again.
Wednesday on Survivor: Blood vs. Water, Colton Cumbie decided seven days in the game was too much for his delicate constitution.
"Everybody with an immunity idol is considered dangerous."
– Andria "Dreamz" Herd, Survivor: Fiji
Well, Jeff Probst – this is what happens when you cast a quitter. He quits again.
Wednesday on Survivor: Blood vs. Water, Colton Cumbie decided seven days in the game was too much for his delicate constitution.
- 10/3/2013
- by Stephen Fishbach
- People.com - TV Watch
Survivor Review, Season 26, Episode 11
“Come Over to the Dark Side”
Airs Wednesdays at 8pm (Et) on CBS
Survivor fans love players who make big moves and don’t coast to the end. They’d much rather see a strategist like Rob Cesternino jumping alliances and shaking up the game then watch a dominator like Kim Spradlin. It makes the game exciting and avoids the predictable boots that plagued the South Pacific and One World seasons. The danger for players is that going after the title often doesn’t work. The riskier strategy wins the love of the fans, particularly when it’s done without the arrogance of Russell Hantz. Can players win this way in the game’s current era, however? In a season of returning players, the paranoia is even higher. Telling the wrong person (i.e., Dawn) can ruin any plan. Last week, Malcolm executed a wonderful move...
“Come Over to the Dark Side”
Airs Wednesdays at 8pm (Et) on CBS
Survivor fans love players who make big moves and don’t coast to the end. They’d much rather see a strategist like Rob Cesternino jumping alliances and shaking up the game then watch a dominator like Kim Spradlin. It makes the game exciting and avoids the predictable boots that plagued the South Pacific and One World seasons. The danger for players is that going after the title often doesn’t work. The riskier strategy wins the love of the fans, particularly when it’s done without the arrogance of Russell Hantz. Can players win this way in the game’s current era, however? In a season of returning players, the paranoia is even higher. Telling the wrong person (i.e., Dawn) can ruin any plan. Last week, Malcolm executed a wonderful move...
- 4/26/2013
- by Dan Heaton
- SoundOnSight
As Leif gets sent packing and Tarzan rises, Troyzan suddenly emerges as the least likable player on the 'One World' beach.
By Josh Wigler
Troyzan on "Survivor: One World"
Photo: CBS
Two weeks ago, if you had told me that 50-year-old photographer Troy "Troyzan" Robertson would be my least favorite person on "Survivor: One World," I would have pushed you in the mud and shouted in your face, "This is my island!" Ok, perhaps something a little less aggressive, but I still wouldn't have believed you.
Then Wednesday night happened.
Troy, with his back against the wall and few to no allies to turn to, did the only things he could to survive against the newly strengthened women's alliance: He pretended to find another hidden immunity idol (after playing his the week before), he won the next immunity challenge, and then he ... rubbed it in everyone's faces with an F-bomb for good measure?...
By Josh Wigler
Troyzan on "Survivor: One World"
Photo: CBS
Two weeks ago, if you had told me that 50-year-old photographer Troy "Troyzan" Robertson would be my least favorite person on "Survivor: One World," I would have pushed you in the mud and shouted in your face, "This is my island!" Ok, perhaps something a little less aggressive, but I still wouldn't have believed you.
Then Wednesday night happened.
Troy, with his back against the wall and few to no allies to turn to, did the only things he could to survive against the newly strengthened women's alliance: He pretended to find another hidden immunity idol (after playing his the week before), he won the next immunity challenge, and then he ... rubbed it in everyone's faces with an F-bomb for good measure?...
- 4/19/2012
- MTV Music News
Survivor: One World Review, Season 24, Episode 3, “One World is Out the Window”
Airs Thursdays at 8pm (Et) on CBS
After only three episodes, it’s clear that much of this cast have seen very little of Survivor’s illustrious past. If Matt had studied previous seasons, he’d realize that the strong figurehead is an easy target. When choosing between him and the more likable (and less physically imposing) Bill, the guys make the obvious pick. Matt fails to realize that acting like a jerk is a bad strategy, especially when you’re down in the numbers. He spins a grand tale about roosters and chickens to Troyzan, who knows when he’s being conned. Even Matt’s fellow “rooster alliance” members Jay and Bill understand his time is up and vote against him. There’s nothing better than watching an alpha male get blindsided by the “chickens” he derides.
Airs Thursdays at 8pm (Et) on CBS
After only three episodes, it’s clear that much of this cast have seen very little of Survivor’s illustrious past. If Matt had studied previous seasons, he’d realize that the strong figurehead is an easy target. When choosing between him and the more likable (and less physically imposing) Bill, the guys make the obvious pick. Matt fails to realize that acting like a jerk is a bad strategy, especially when you’re down in the numbers. He spins a grand tale about roosters and chickens to Troyzan, who knows when he’s being conned. Even Matt’s fellow “rooster alliance” members Jay and Bill understand his time is up and vote against him. There’s nothing better than watching an alpha male get blindsided by the “chickens” he derides.
- 3/1/2012
- by Dan Heaton
- SoundOnSight
Each week, host Jeff Probst answers a few questions about the most recent episode of Survivor: South Pacific.
Entertainment Weekly: I’ve suggested in the past that when you have a double elimination episode that you spring a challenge on them right there at Tribal Council and then have a vote-off immediately after, so I loved finally seeing that happen. One thing I was curious about was the decision to let the contestants (and viewers) know beforehand that there would be a twist at Tribal, allowing them (and us) to guess and prepare for it. I’m assuming you...
Entertainment Weekly: I’ve suggested in the past that when you have a double elimination episode that you spring a challenge on them right there at Tribal Council and then have a vote-off immediately after, so I loved finally seeing that happen. One thing I was curious about was the decision to let the contestants (and viewers) know beforehand that there would be a twist at Tribal, allowing them (and us) to guess and prepare for it. I’m assuming you...
- 11/17/2011
- by Dalton Ross
- EW - Inside TV
Here is Sean Furfaro's recap of Survivor Redemption Island - Episode 3.
I was re-watching a couple of scenes from last week’s episode a few days ago, and I noticed something that really bothered me. In the repetition of the opening scene on the beach when Jeff was giving the instructions to the new contestants, when he delivered his dramatic line ‘…you will Not…(dramatic pause)…go home,” it was followed by Bible-Thumper Matt grasping his head and exclaiming “Whaaaaaaat?”
Now, this is my pet peeve. Matt obviously heard what he said, but I find that Reality TV contestants always have to sell their utter disbelief at what they’re hearing. It’s driving me nuts. It drives me nuts in real life too. When it happens to me, and someone says “What?!”, I now tend to respond with “Well, I’m pretty sure you heard me, but I can repeat myself if you like.
I was re-watching a couple of scenes from last week’s episode a few days ago, and I noticed something that really bothered me. In the repetition of the opening scene on the beach when Jeff was giving the instructions to the new contestants, when he delivered his dramatic line ‘…you will Not…(dramatic pause)…go home,” it was followed by Bible-Thumper Matt grasping his head and exclaiming “Whaaaaaaat?”
Now, this is my pet peeve. Matt obviously heard what he said, but I find that Reality TV contestants always have to sell their utter disbelief at what they’re hearing. It’s driving me nuts. It drives me nuts in real life too. When it happens to me, and someone says “What?!”, I now tend to respond with “Well, I’m pretty sure you heard me, but I can repeat myself if you like.
- 3/9/2011
- by Sean
Here is Sean Furfaro's recap of Survivor Redemption Island - Episode 1.Survivor Redemption Island premiered with a bang tonight, showing that this new cast (while not as stupid as last season's bunch of morons) still has a Lot to learn. Rob's statement in the Tribal Council voting confessional was too perfect not to be the title of this recap.
Tonight’s recap is going to be my first impressions of this season’s cast, along with a few Random Thoughts at the end. To be fair, after only one episode, it’s hard to really tell anything about this cast…perhaps the person I think is going to be the NaOnka of the season, turns out to be the Purple Kelly of the season. And what did we learn about That last season? That you can be batshit insane, or not say a word for 2 months, and when you...
Tonight’s recap is going to be my first impressions of this season’s cast, along with a few Random Thoughts at the end. To be fair, after only one episode, it’s hard to really tell anything about this cast…perhaps the person I think is going to be the NaOnka of the season, turns out to be the Purple Kelly of the season. And what did we learn about That last season? That you can be batshit insane, or not say a word for 2 months, and when you...
- 2/17/2011
- by Sean
On Survivor: Nicaragua, a twist where two contestants prematurely relinquished the game made for great drama, but anyone who tries to follow in Na'Onka and Purple Kelly's footsteps thinking they will get a place on the jury may want to think again. "It's very unlikely any quitter will be on the jury again," executive producer Mark Burnett told TV Guide Magazine at the Own TCA party on January 6. "It's an earned position and the only reason those two were on the jury, is that it might have been unfair and that might have affected the winner. That's why we did it."
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- 1/7/2011
- by Carita Rizzo
- TVGuide - Breaking News
After 21 seasons, the producers hope to shake up the Survivor franchise with the introduction of a new twist - second chances! - and a new rule about quitters. A Chance At Redemption On Survivor: Redemption Island, which premieres Feb. 16 on CBS, when a contestant is voted off, he or she won't leave the game completely but go instead to Redemption Island, where he or she will face off against the next person voted off in a duel. The winner lives on to face the next arrival at Redemption Island until one person left standing has a chance to return to the game.
- 12/27/2010
- by Cynthia Wang
- PEOPLE.com
Matthew Lenahan's nickname on Survivor: Nicaragua was "Sash," but he might as well have been called The Comeback Kid. He started out with a strong social game and an equally manipulative ally in Brenda Lowe. But after Brenda was blindsided, and after allies NaOnka Mixon and Kelly Shinn quit the game, Sash seemed destined to fail. Thanks to several key strategic moves, however, Sash made it to the final three. The only problem? The jurors favored emotional connections over smart plays and he received a stunning zero votes for the million dollars. The 30-year-old real estate broker from New York, N.Y. spoke with TVGuide.com about why he thought he could win, how Fabio Birza changed the game and his thoughts on Jane Bright's tribal council remarks...
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- 12/22/2010
- by Kate Stanhope
- TVGuide - Breaking News
He had to win three straight challenges just to get to the finals, but once he did, Judson “Fabio” Birza poured on the charm to become the million dollar winner of Survivor: Nicaragua. His savvy social game combined with strength in immunity competitions propelled him over Chase and Sash, making the 21-year-old the youngest Survivor winner ever. We spoke this morning with a still clearly elated Fabio, even if he was working on only 25 minutes of sleep.
A lot of controversy last night, and I’m speaking, of course, about your new haircut. What made you chop the locks?
I had to do it,...
A lot of controversy last night, and I’m speaking, of course, about your new haircut. What made you chop the locks?
I had to do it,...
- 12/20/2010
- by Dalton Ross
- EW - Inside TV
Los Angeles — Jud "Fabio" Birza romanced the jury to win "Survivor: Nicaragua."
The goofy 21-year-old model-student from Los Angeles overcame wishy-washy 24-year-old singer-jackman Chase Rice from Fairview, N.C., and sneaky 30-year-old real estate broker Matthew "Sash" Lenahan from New York to take home the CBS reality competition's $1 million grand prize Sunday. He earned five votes from the nine-person jury of dismissed contestants.
"From how I felt down in Nicaragua, going through all the angles or whatever, I really thought I was going to win by a little more," Birza admitted during a phone interview following the finale. "It's all good, dude. I would rather it be super close. Chase felt good about it. As you could see, I was sweating. My armpits were going crazy. I was nervous."
Birza, nicknamed after the romance novel coverman by his tribemates, secured his place in the final trio by dominating the last...
The goofy 21-year-old model-student from Los Angeles overcame wishy-washy 24-year-old singer-jackman Chase Rice from Fairview, N.C., and sneaky 30-year-old real estate broker Matthew "Sash" Lenahan from New York to take home the CBS reality competition's $1 million grand prize Sunday. He earned five votes from the nine-person jury of dismissed contestants.
"From how I felt down in Nicaragua, going through all the angles or whatever, I really thought I was going to win by a little more," Birza admitted during a phone interview following the finale. "It's all good, dude. I would rather it be super close. Chase felt good about it. As you could see, I was sweating. My armpits were going crazy. I was nervous."
Birza, nicknamed after the romance novel coverman by his tribemates, secured his place in the final trio by dominating the last...
- 12/20/2010
- by AP
- Huffington Post
Here is Sean Furfaro's recap of the Survivor Nicaragua Season Finale You know when you’re watching a really crappy movie, and you need closure? You need to see how it ends? Or maybe you’re reading an absolutely horrible book, but you still need to make it to that final page? Or maybe you’re a marathon runner who has no shot of winning, or even finishing in a decent time…but you tough it out anyways and make it to the end? That’s the way I feel about Survivor: Nicaragua (ok, maybe the marathon runner analogy was a stretch, but you get the point), it’s been a struggle, but after 4 months of snake footage and breaking tiles, at least it ends tonight.
I’m back in the Eastern Time Zone, not having to wait that extra 3 hours for my Survivor fix, so let’s get right...
I’m back in the Eastern Time Zone, not having to wait that extra 3 hours for my Survivor fix, so let’s get right...
- 12/20/2010
- by Sean
Here is Sean Furfaro’s recap of Survivor Nicaragua – Episode 13.That sound you heard about 4 minutes into this episode? That was me vomiting.
You knew it was coming. I've warned you for weeks. And now, with tonight's episode being the last one before the Season Finale on Sunday, it's time for the dreaded "Loved Ones" episode. Just look at the picture above, as the Survivors check out the handy new Sony Evo.
What the hell is happening in that picture anyways? Jane looks like she's looking at picture of a fish she can sneak away with and eat on her own, Dan is confused, and Fabio is fixing his hair. Once again, I submit to you, Survivor Nicaragua is a candidate for worst season ever.
My Random Thoughts:
- Previously on…Survivor: as Holly said, What the f*** is wrong with Chase? Jeff’s voice-over reminded us of Chase’s indecisiveness,...
You knew it was coming. I've warned you for weeks. And now, with tonight's episode being the last one before the Season Finale on Sunday, it's time for the dreaded "Loved Ones" episode. Just look at the picture above, as the Survivors check out the handy new Sony Evo.
What the hell is happening in that picture anyways? Jane looks like she's looking at picture of a fish she can sneak away with and eat on her own, Dan is confused, and Fabio is fixing his hair. Once again, I submit to you, Survivor Nicaragua is a candidate for worst season ever.
My Random Thoughts:
- Previously on…Survivor: as Holly said, What the f*** is wrong with Chase? Jeff’s voice-over reminded us of Chase’s indecisiveness,...
- 12/16/2010
- by Sean
Run Sash Run!
Like a small town thief running from the local sheriff, this episode started with Sash on the run. Until last week, he had a great game going, but losing Brenda, Purple Kelly and Naonka put him in a deep, deep, deep hole.
I would have never believed that Sash would be able to get himself out of this mess and get back in the game, but he did. I continue to have to eat the words that I said to Sash at the beginning of the game, “Sash, you’ll be the first person voted out.”
Sash...
Like a small town thief running from the local sheriff, this episode started with Sash on the run. Until last week, he had a great game going, but losing Brenda, Purple Kelly and Naonka put him in a deep, deep, deep hole.
I would have never believed that Sash would be able to get himself out of this mess and get back in the game, but he did. I continue to have to eat the words that I said to Sash at the beginning of the game, “Sash, you’ll be the first person voted out.”
Sash...
- 12/9/2010
- by Jeff Probst
- EW.com - PopWatch
If you had told me two weeks ago that I'd be interviewing "Survivor: Nicaragua" castaway NaOnka Mixon and that she would have done something so wacky that I wouldn't even have time to discuss debacles like stealing food, wrestling with the one-legged girl for an Immunity Idol clue and betraying her best friend... I guess I probably would have believed it. Reality TV seasons need drama and NaOnka was certainly drama. On last Wednesday's episode, NaOnka found a way to top herself, electing to quit the game along with Kelly Shinn. In one unprecedented move, as members of the Jury...
- 12/7/2010
- by Daniel Fienberg
- Hitfix
Filed under: TV Previews
Last week ended with big news in the reality TV world: 'Big Brother's' Brendon admitted to cheating on Rachel after his Skype affair with a woman was exposed on Twitter; that exposure included a naked picture of him.
Meanwhile, Twitter is a little quieter now that several reality stars, including Ryan Seacrest, are still offline because their fans haven't donated enough money to bring them back.
But mostly, this week was marked with lots of quitting, starting with 'The Amazing Race,' where there was no consequence for quitting a task. On 'Survivor,' after NaOnka Mixon and Kelly Shinn got an episode celebrating their quitting, they were rewarded and showed different sides of themselves.
Finally, we learned that 'American Idol' will let its viewers vote online for finalists next year, but getting fan support doesn't translate into record sales.
Last week ended with big news in the reality TV world: 'Big Brother's' Brendon admitted to cheating on Rachel after his Skype affair with a woman was exposed on Twitter; that exposure included a naked picture of him.
Meanwhile, Twitter is a little quieter now that several reality stars, including Ryan Seacrest, are still offline because their fans haven't donated enough money to bring them back.
But mostly, this week was marked with lots of quitting, starting with 'The Amazing Race,' where there was no consequence for quitting a task. On 'Survivor,' after NaOnka Mixon and Kelly Shinn got an episode celebrating their quitting, they were rewarded and showed different sides of themselves.
Finally, we learned that 'American Idol' will let its viewers vote online for finalists next year, but getting fan support doesn't translate into record sales.
- 12/5/2010
- by Andy Dehnart
- Aol TV.
Survivor Nicaragua's quitters got even more attention as they did the rounds with the media yesterday, though their interviews provide some insight into the quitting-focused episode and its aftermath. NaOnka Mixon says her behavior hasn't affected her real life, while Kelly Shinn basically admits that producers wouldn't let the two women just leave the game when they announced they wanted to quit. First, NaOnka seemed like a different person at Ponderosa, and in her interview...
- 12/3/2010
- by Andy Dehnart
- Reality Blurred
Two weeks ago, the surprise ouster of Survivor: Nicaragua mastermind Brenda Lowe shifted the balance of power immensely. Oh, what a difference a storm makes. The damaged shelter combined with the nonstop rain proved to be the breaking point for both abrasive NaOnka Mixon and silent ally "Purple" Kelly Shinn, who both quit with only 11 days left in the competition. Although the two used opposite strategies to get far in the game, the two will now be known as those girls that quit the game (what would Jimmy Johnson have to say about this?). NaOnka, 27, and Kelly, 20, talked with TVGuide.com about how they told their families, the reaction from their fellow castaways and how they feel about their respective Survivor legacies...
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- 12/2/2010
- by Kate Stanhope
- TVGuide - Breaking News
Nobody likes a quitter. And if you hoped to muster some sympathy for Survivor: Nicaragua's dropout duo, you've come to the wrong exit interview. Instead of apologizing for jumping ship, these loathsome losers made excuses, insisted they deserve spots on the jury and insulted their fellow competitors and you fans... Q&A With NaOnka Mixon and "Purple" Kelly Shinn How do you respond to those who call your quitting a slap in the face to Survivor? "Purple" Kelly Shinn: I'm sorry to everyone who thinks that, but at the same time I was so physically ill—afterwards, I was treated for parasites and low blood pressure. [Editor's note: Aw, poor...
- 12/2/2010
- E! Online
It was the most shocking move on Survivor: Nicaragua yet. Following a devastating camp fire and days of torrential rain, two of the show's final nine castaways quit the game.
Both quitters, NaOnka Mixon and "Purple" Kelly Shinn, most likely had little shot of winning the million dollars. The former, after having battled a disabled contestant and thrown her closest friend under the bus to stay in the game, was the season's biggest villain. Purple Kelly, meanwhile, was too easy to manipulate to earn anyone's vote.
There's just one problem: These two women will still be allowed to...
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Both quitters, NaOnka Mixon and "Purple" Kelly Shinn, most likely had little shot of winning the million dollars. The former, after having battled a disabled contestant and thrown her closest friend under the bus to stay in the game, was the season's biggest villain. Purple Kelly, meanwhile, was too easy to manipulate to earn anyone's vote.
There's just one problem: These two women will still be allowed to...
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- 12/2/2010
- by Kate Stanhope
- TVGuide - Breaking News
"Survivor: Nicaragua" had an historical moment on Wednesday night (Dec. 1) when NaOnka Mixon and Kelly Shinn quit the game after 28 days, only 11 days from the end. They tell Zap2it in their joint exit interview why they quit and that they don't feel bad about it.
Even though you quit the show, are you still glad you went on "Survivor"?
Kelly: "I am so glad. I think 'Survivor' is the opportunity and experience of a lifetime. I think it was incredible, even if it was not always beautiful and wonderful. I spent some of the worst days of my life in Nicaragua, but that was part of the experience. I would not have changed anything. I'm so happy to have been a part of 'Survivor: Nicaragua.'"
NaOnka: "I am so blessed to have gotten the opportunity to have been one of the chosen few African-Americans...
Even though you quit the show, are you still glad you went on "Survivor"?
Kelly: "I am so glad. I think 'Survivor' is the opportunity and experience of a lifetime. I think it was incredible, even if it was not always beautiful and wonderful. I spent some of the worst days of my life in Nicaragua, but that was part of the experience. I would not have changed anything. I'm so happy to have been a part of 'Survivor: Nicaragua.'"
NaOnka: "I am so blessed to have gotten the opportunity to have been one of the chosen few African-Americans...
- 12/2/2010
- by editorial@zap2it.com
- Zap2It - From Inside the Box
Survivor Nicaragua quitters NaOnka Mixon and Kelly Shinn not only got an entire episode celebrating their lameness, but when they were voted out of the game, they got a lot more than that: a luxurious vacation, plus new personalities. Both are virtually unrecognizable in their episode of the CBS.com Ponderosa web series, which starts with the doctor weighing them and then telling the camera, "their bodies are physically quite capable of keeping on going, but...
- 12/2/2010
- by Andy Dehnart
- Reality Blurred
For the first time, two people quit Survivor at the same time, leaving the series without its biggest villain and its most invisible cast member. But what this episode will be most memorable for is the lesson that quitters win on Survivor, just like on The Amazing Race. Okay, yes, the probable lack of consequences for Nick quitting a task is less severe than NaOnka Mixon and Kelly Shinn (aka purple Kelly) quitting the series...
- 12/2/2010
- by Andy Dehnart
- Reality Blurred
LeBron James’ one-hour Espn special, “The Decision,” is no longer the worst televised announcement in history.
That title now belongs to last night’s episode of Survivor “You Started, You’re Finishing."
A player quitting on Survivor is certainly unique and deserves plenty of attention. But did we really need to stall for an afternoon to convene for a special tribal council so that Kelly S and NaOnka could make their quitting decision official? Obviously, Jeff was trying to get them to change their mind. Perhaps Kelly S might have been swayed, but NaOnka had clearly thought everything through. She even had a seemingly rehearsed speech prepared to tell Jeff she was finished.
At least most of us didn’t really know what LeBron’s decision was going to be when we were dragged through the one-hour debacle. We may have wasted an hour, but we got an answer out of it.
That title now belongs to last night’s episode of Survivor “You Started, You’re Finishing."
A player quitting on Survivor is certainly unique and deserves plenty of attention. But did we really need to stall for an afternoon to convene for a special tribal council so that Kelly S and NaOnka could make their quitting decision official? Obviously, Jeff was trying to get them to change their mind. Perhaps Kelly S might have been swayed, but NaOnka had clearly thought everything through. She even had a seemingly rehearsed speech prepared to tell Jeff she was finished.
At least most of us didn’t really know what LeBron’s decision was going to be when we were dragged through the one-hour debacle. We may have wasted an hour, but we got an answer out of it.
- 12/2/2010
- by tiaradio@hotmail.com (Luke Dwyer)
- TVfanatic
Filed under: TV Replay
Only four players have quit 'Survivor' during the show's decade-long run. There's a reason for this: Quitters never prosper. The longer you stay, the more money you get. On tonight's 'Survivor: Nicaragua' (Wed., 8Pm Et on NBC), two players were tempted to leave anyway. Would they stay or would they go?
A torrential rainstorm hit the Libertad camp. The rain washed away part of the beach -- it also washed away two players' will to continue. NaOnka has nervous breakdowns each time it rains; now, she was joined by Kelly Shinn. After the teams took part in a challenge, NaOnka and Kelly announced that they were going home.
Only four players have quit 'Survivor' during the show's decade-long run. There's a reason for this: Quitters never prosper. The longer you stay, the more money you get. On tonight's 'Survivor: Nicaragua' (Wed., 8Pm Et on NBC), two players were tempted to leave anyway. Would they stay or would they go?
A torrential rainstorm hit the Libertad camp. The rain washed away part of the beach -- it also washed away two players' will to continue. NaOnka has nervous breakdowns each time it rains; now, she was joined by Kelly Shinn. After the teams took part in a challenge, NaOnka and Kelly announced that they were going home.
- 12/2/2010
- by Oliver Miller
- Aol TV.
Tyrone Davis is too abrasive when the tribes are switched up and the young 'uns send him home on the latest "Survivor: Nicaragua."
Post-Tribal
The oldies aren't too sad that Jimmy T. was sent packing. They dispense with the post-tribal within the first five minutes. Luckily, when they get to the challenge, Jeff switches the tribes up.
Reward Challenge
They draw for new captains -- Brenda and Holly get the yellow rocks. INstead of alternating choices, Brenda writes down 3 oldies to join La Flor and Holly writes down 4 young 'uns to join Espada. Brenda chooses Jane, Jill and Marty. Holly chooses Alina, Ben, Chase and NaOnka. Innnteresting.
So now the tribes are Holly, Alina, Ben, Chase, NaOnka, Danny, Tyrone and Yve vs. Brenda, Jane, Jill, Marty, Kelly B, Kelly S, Sash and Jud. I think Espada just got a lot stronger. Now the tribes are playing Plinko for reward where...
Post-Tribal
The oldies aren't too sad that Jimmy T. was sent packing. They dispense with the post-tribal within the first five minutes. Luckily, when they get to the challenge, Jeff switches the tribes up.
Reward Challenge
They draw for new captains -- Brenda and Holly get the yellow rocks. INstead of alternating choices, Brenda writes down 3 oldies to join La Flor and Holly writes down 4 young 'uns to join Espada. Brenda chooses Jane, Jill and Marty. Holly chooses Alina, Ben, Chase and NaOnka. Innnteresting.
So now the tribes are Holly, Alina, Ben, Chase, NaOnka, Danny, Tyrone and Yve vs. Brenda, Jane, Jill, Marty, Kelly B, Kelly S, Sash and Jud. I think Espada just got a lot stronger. Now the tribes are playing Plinko for reward where...
- 10/14/2010
- by editorial@zap2it.com
- Zap2It - From Inside the Box
If you missed Survivor: Nicaragua‘s age-tastic premiere last week, check out a recap here.
This week’s installment opens in the Espada camp as the tribe returns from their first Tribal Council. Holly realizes that she’s on the outs with the rest of her tribe, so she knows that she needs to rethink her strategy and whole approach to the game. She needs to show her tribe that she can kick their collective ass. We get the opening title sequence, and realize that Jud no longer exists. Rather, his picture is shown with the name “Fabio.” Alright Survivor, I’ll begrudgingly accept this and call the surfer boy, Fabio. *sigh* Back from the commercials, we rejoin Espada in their daily group meeting. Since Marty had a poor night’ sleep (really, everyone had), Jimmy J says they need to fix up the shelter. As “Coach” was giving out jobs,...
This week’s installment opens in the Espada camp as the tribe returns from their first Tribal Council. Holly realizes that she’s on the outs with the rest of her tribe, so she knows that she needs to rethink her strategy and whole approach to the game. She needs to show her tribe that she can kick their collective ass. We get the opening title sequence, and realize that Jud no longer exists. Rather, his picture is shown with the name “Fabio.” Alright Survivor, I’ll begrudgingly accept this and call the surfer boy, Fabio. *sigh* Back from the commercials, we rejoin Espada in their daily group meeting. Since Marty had a poor night’ sleep (really, everyone had), Jimmy J says they need to fix up the shelter. As “Coach” was giving out jobs,...
- 9/23/2010
- by Michael Salerno
- TVovermind.com
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