Fans of Big Brother know Rachel Reilly well — not just for her bold gameplay. She is also known for how deeply she’s intertwined with CBS’s competitive reality universe. On September 13, 2025, Entertainment Now reported that several Survivor contestants and other CBS reality stars are rallying behind a growing movement. They want to see Reilly cross over into Survivor Season 51.
Rachel, a returning player and former champion of Big Brother (seasons 12 and 13), was eliminated from her most recent BB run after a dramatic twist dubbed the “White Locust.” Her exit came late in the season (Day 60). Fans and fellow reality stars alike called the twist unfair.
What the Campaign for Shift Means
Stephenie LaGrossa‑Kendrick, who will be competing in Survivor Season 50 in the near future, was one of the first to publicly express frustration at Rachel’s Big Brother elimination. She took to X (formerly Twitter) saying:
“Sending love to my girl Rachel Reilly … The way she went out was COMPLETELY bogus, but she played a masterful game … Keep your head high!”
She also enthusiastically supported the idea of Rachel joining Survivor 51, responding to fan comments with “Yessss!!! Rachel Reilly for ‘Survivor 51’.”
Danni Boatwright, winner of Survivor: Guatemala, seconded that motion, adding her voice to those who want Rachel to make the leap. Even more, Rachel’s husband, Brendon Villegas, has asked fans to push CBS to let Rachel compete on Survivor. She aims to become the first person to compete on all three of CBS’s major reality competition shows: Big Brother, The Amazing Race, and Survivor.
Why Survivor Hasn’t Pulled Big Brother Stars Before (But Might Now)
While many reality crossovers happen—contestants moving between Big Brother, The Amazing Race, and other CBS shows—Survivor has historically been more guarded. It hasn’t made a habit of bringing in stars from other reality franchises.
Part of the reason may have been Jeff Probst’s past reluctance to embrace contestants with experience from other reality shows. However, per the same report, that stance seems to have softened in recent times. This change possibly opens the door for trailblazers like Rachel Reilly.
What This Could Mean for Big Brother, Survivor & CBS Reality TV
- If Rachel Reilly joins Survivor, she could cement a rare trifecta: competing on Big Brother, The Amazing Race, and Survivor, something no one has officially done yet.
- Her move would reinforce the increasing convergence among CBS’s competition franchises—another example of shows sharing stars, reputations, and fan followings.
- Fans may see casts become more fluid, with recognizable names crossing over, which raises both opportunity and criticism (e.g., concerns about fairness or giving experienced competitors advantages). This tension is already visible in reactions to Rachel’s controversial elimination.
What’s Next
There’s no confirmation yet that Rachel Reilly will be cast in Survivor Season 51. As of now, casts have not been announced. CBS has not publicly responded to the campaign. But the push from fans, past Survivor stars, and those close to Rachel should make it harder to ignore. Big Brother’s Rachel Reilly might just become the next name that bridges CBS reality competition shows—if Survivor says yes.
Big Brother fans will be watching closely. Whether Rachel steps into the Survivor arena or not, her story—her gameplay, her fight, and her fanbase—shows how intertwined the CBS reality TV universe has become.
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