“Survivor” host Jeff Probst on the evolution of TV’s longest-running actuality competitors
Jeff Probst is returning because the face of “Survivor” after 24 years and virtually 700 episodes of the groundbreaking tv actuality competitors sequence, which is making ready to launch its forty eighth season.
“I keep in mind how excited I used to be,” Probst stated of the present’s early days. “We did not understand it was going to be successful, however we knew it was distinctive.”
Premiering in 2000, “Survivor” has stored Probst on the helm all through its run. The present’s longevity, he believes, stems from its authenticity.
“They’re going to let you know if they do not prefer it. However they do not abandon you. You possibly can truly attempt to evolve the present, understanding we’re all in it collectively,” he stated.
Probst, who additionally serves as an government producer of the present, stated “Survivor” is sort of a research of human conduct the place contestants should navigate advanced social dynamics whereas utterly counting on one another.
“It’s really unscripted. There may be not a single trace or suggestion of something,” Probst defined. “Survivor is in contrast to another present since you are literally dwelling within the jungle. The cameras do not go off and I offer you a toothbrush or a burger.”
The upcoming season options 18 new contestants, together with Eva, who has autism, and Joe, a single dad who’s a firefighter.
“They’re pressured to depend on one another, however in some unspecified time in the future, they must activate one another. It is a difficult journey.”
Looking forward to the present’s milestone fiftieth season, Probst revealed plans for a theme known as “Within the palms of the followers.”
“We are actually turning over the inventive of the present to the followers,” he stated. “So, we cannot be in cost. They may. It is a terrifying thought. However thrilling.”
The 2-hour premiere of “Survivor” season 48 airs Wednesday on CBS, adopted by 90-minute episodes all through the season.
