Disgruntled Big Brother Veterans Voice Discontent over Survivor 50 Cast Selection
Survivor, widely regarded as a trailblazing reality show, has just concluded its 48th season and fans eagerly anticipate the upcoming 50th, with returning players slated to participate. However, even before the official cast was announced, concerns arose among viewers and industry veterans.
Fast-forward to the unveiling of the Season 50 roster, and it seemed to lack the fresh faces many had hoped for. Some found the choice of legacy players to be overly predictable, while others lamented the omission of recent stars like Carolyn Wiger. This criticism escalated when Big Brother icons such as Janelle Pierzina, well-known for her candidness, took to Twitter to voice her disappointment.
Janelle expressed her discontent, comparing the situation to her experiences on Big Brother and The Traitors. She was particularly disheartened to see a list of established characters who have frequently appeared on the show in the past, when there are numerous talents worthy of inclusion.
Another Big Brother alum, Dr. Will Kirby, shared his own list of desired contestants for Season 50. While Kirby acknowledged that he did not feel the need for Boston Rob Mariano to return (having competed in the show five times already), he expressed support for a number of other players. He called for the return of Cesternino and the iconic villainess Jerri Manthey, and singled out the infamous Black Widow Brigade member, Cirie Fields, as a welcome addition.
Interestingly, the rumored casts had included names like Amanda Kimmel, Natalie Bolton, and members of the Black Widow Brigade. Despite this, not all of these fan favorites made the final cut.
This season of Survivor will air following Season 49, with a release date yet to be announced. The consensus among fans and reality TV veterans is hopeful, but divided. The mixture of returning players and the inclusion of two mystery contestants from Season 49 presents a unique challenge for the upcoming season. As the TV premiere list for 2025 draws near, fans can only wait and see how these changes will play out.
The disappointment voiced by Janelle Pierzina, a Big Brother icon, extends to Survivor's upcoming Season 50, highlighting a perceived lack of fresh faces and a reliance on established players in the daily blend of reality TV entertainment. On the other hand, Dr. Will Kirby, another Big Brother alum, offers a different perspective, suggesting a blend of returning players, such as Cesternino, Jerri Manthey, and Cirie Fields, along with mystery contestants from Season 49, could elevate the movies-and-tv entertainment experience in the upcoming season.
