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CBS reveals 21 castaways and 'Open Era' twist for Survivor Season 51
The upcoming season introduces a new format where twists and advantages from previous seasons can return at any point without notice.
The short version
- CBS announced the 21 contestants for Season 51 of Survivor, which is scheduled to premiere on Sept. 23.
- The season introduces the 'Open Era' format, enabling producers to reintroduce past game mechanics, twists, and advantages without prior warning.
- The newly announced cast members range in age from 24 to 49 and come from a wide variety of professional backgrounds.
Key facts
- Survivor Season 51 is set to premiere on Sept. 23 with a 21-member cast ranging in age from 24 to 49.[The Hollywood Reporter]
- Host Jeff Probst announced that Season 51 begins the franchise's 'Open Era,' meaning any past game mechanics, twists, or advantages can reoccur at any time without warning.[The Hollywood Reporter]
- The contestant lineup includes a pro wrestler, a voice actress, a federal prosecutor, a baseball executive, an OBGYN resident, and a sociology professor, among others.[The Hollywood Reporter]
Sources
- ‘Survivor 51’: Meet the 21 Castaways on Game-Changing New SeasonThe Hollywood Reporter metered