Survivor Q&A with Sue Smey!

 Hey everyone, I’m Sue Smey, life coach, pilot, and former Survivor contestant! You might know me from my work in fitness, eating disorders, and motivational speaking—or from my time surviving on the island! Let’s dive into some of the most commonly asked questions about Survivor!

1. Who won the first season of Survivor?

The first-ever winner of Survivor was Richard Hatch in Survivor: Borneo (2000). His strategic gameplay and social tactics helped him secure the $1 million prize!

2. Who owns the TV show Survivor?

Survivor is owned by CBS, with international versions are produced under the Banijay Group.

3. Who created Survivor?

The show was created by Charlie Parsons, who originally launched it as Expedition Robinson in Sweden before it became the global hit we know today.

4. What year did Survivor start?

Survivor premiered in the U.S. on May 31, 2000, and has been one of the longest-running and most successful reality shows ever since!

5. When does Survivor air?

New seasons of Survivor typically air on CBS on Wednesday nights at 8 PM ET/PT. Episodes are also available for streaming on Paramount+.

6. Where is Survivor filmed?

Survivor is mostly filmed in Fiji, on the beautiful Mamanuca Islands. It has been the show’s primary location since Season 33 (Millennials vs. Gen X).

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