Survivor47 is just around the corner andthe castaways of this season are an exciting bunch who are ready to outwit, outplay, and outlast each other for the $1 million grand prize. ThroughoutSurvivorhistory, there have been casts who have the “it” factor, and casts who fall flat.Survivor47’s cast appears to be one of the most interesting viewers will have seen in years. Featuring two faces that mostSurvivorfans will be familiar with from an outside-the-game perspective, the new castaways are an eclectic mix of superfans, notable faces, and players new to the game.
WithSurvivor47 set to premiere on Wednesday, September 18 in a special two-hour episode, the newest season of the series will push the boundaries of the game to its limits as it moves into another season of the modern era. As manySurvivorviewers are getting ready for the upcoming 50th season of the series, which will bring returning players back to the game for the first time in years, the current modern seasons are being watched with a critical eye. Meet the 18 castaways who are excited to compete onthe upcomingSurvivor47!
Teeny Chirichillo
Manahawkin, NJ
Teeny Chirichillo, a freelance writer from Manahawkin, New Jersey, is excited to bring their social, mischievous, introspective brand of gameplay toSurvivor.According toEW,Teeny has been aSurvivorfan since they were in fifth grade, and feels the show is a“calling”for them. Hoping to find a trustworthy alliance partner, Teeny feels that their trustworthy aura will bring them to the end of the game and ensure they’re the SoleSurvivor.
Rome Cooney
Phoenix, AZ
A 30-year-old from Phoenix, Arizona,Rome Cooney is excited to be part of theSurvivor47 cast.An e-sports commentator, Rome is used to focusing on different elements of games in a fast-paced manner, which could make him a great player if he’s able to zoom out of the game enough to see what’s going on as a whole. Describing himself as“charismatic, entertaining, cutthroat,”Rome’s certain that he’ll be able to take on the difficulties of the game.
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Inspired by his family,Rome is a lifelongSurvivorfanwho hopes to embody several different players during his time as a castaway. He teasingly hopes that whenSurvivorhost Jeff Probstretires, he’ll get the call to be the next host. Sharing that he’ll play his idols and do well in challenges, Rome has an“anyone but me”mentality going intoSurvivor47, which he hopes will give him the win.
Anika Dhar
Los Angeles, CA
Anika Dhar is a 26-year-old marketing manager from Los Angeles, California. A California native, she’sexcited to be bringing an exuberant, curious, calculated game toSurvivor47. While she hasn’t been a lifelong viewer, Anika has been watching for the better part of her conscious adult life and hopes to be able to play like Sandra Diaz-Twine and Parvati Shallow, though she feels she may be more of a Sarah Lacina. A well-rounded player by her own admission, Anika hopes to be the SoleSurvivordue to her adaptability.
Terran “TK” Foster
Upper Marlboro, MD
At 31-years-old, Terran “TK” Foster will bring his spontaneous, genuine, ambitious energy toSurvivor47. The Maryland native who currently lives in Upper Marlboro, MD, feels that hisentire life has led me to this moment to take on a challenge.”A survivor of kidney disease, TK has learned how to be comfortable with being uncomfortable. He shared thathis favorite player of all time is two-time winner Tony Vlachos, but hasn’t seensomeone like himself playSurvivorbefore and hopes to make his personal mark on the series.
Rachel LaMont
Southfield, MI
Rachel LaMont is a 34-year-old graphic designer from Southfield, Michigan who’sexcited to be onSurvivorafter becoming a fan in recent years. Her hobbies include pottery, traveling, golf, and yoga, and she hopes to bring a down-to-earth, bubbly, determined style to the game. Rachel hopes that she’ll be the SoleSurvivorbecause of her social skills, which allow her to make friends and gain trust quickly, and believes she’ll be able to ride the middle between alliances during her time on the show.
Jon Lovett
Former speechwriter for President Barack Obama and current podcast host and political advocateJon Lovett is one of the most exciting cast members ofSurvivor47, but not for the reasons most believe. Originally form Long Island, NY, Jon resides in Los Angeles and shared that he has“opinions for days”,which could benefit him in the game. A 42-year-oldSurvivorfan, Jon hopes that he’ll be able to do well in the game because his career in politics has prepared him for the stakes of the game.
Genevieve Mushaluk
Winnipeg, Manitoba
Genevieve Mushaluk is a 33-year-old corporate lawyer from Winnipeg, Manitoba, and the Canadian presence in the cast hopes that her polite manner will keep her from being too much of a target. Genevieve has beenwatchingSurvivorfor the majority of her lifeand hopes that her knowledge of the game is an asset as she finally gets the chance to play herself. Bringing an energetic, friendly, organized style to her gameplay, Genevieve hopes that she’ll be the SoleSurvivorbecause she’s able to connect easily with others.
Gabe Ortis
Baltimore, MD
At 26-years-old, Gabe Ortis is a radio show host from Baltimore, Maryland. Hopeful that his game will be an opportunistic, resourceful, blunt run through the rest of theSurvivor47 cast,Gabe believes that he’ll be able to write his own story in the new eraof the series. Gabe doesn’t feel like he’s seen a player like himself before, and hopes to be able to pave his own way on the long-running series.
Kyle “Kyle Rhen” Otswald
Cheboygan, MI
Kyle Otswald, who also goes by Kyle Rhen, is aCheboygan, Michigan native who hopes to bring a fun, ambitious, creative gametoSurvivor47. Hoping to inspire his children with his appearance onSurvivor,Kyle shared that his dream of being on the show is something he’s held for many years. A proponent of van life, Kyle hopes his survival skills will be able to help him become the SoleSurvivorand make his mark on the new era of the game.
Kishan Patel
San Francisco, CA
An ER doctor from San Francisco, California, Kishan Patel is hopeful thathe’ll be able to be nurturing, composed, and adorable during his time onSurvivor47. Not taking himself too seriously, Kishan shared that he feels he’s been playing“some form of Survivor for as long as I can remember.”Bringing his personal experiences into the game, Kishan shared that he identifies withSurvivor28’s Spencer Bledsoe and hopes to be as authentic as possible during his time on the series.
