Survivor season 49 launches with a two-hour premiere on Wednesday, September 24, 2025, at 8 p.m. ET on CBS, streaming on Paramount+ (live on Premium; next day on Essential). Former winner Jeremy Collins previews the opener in a same-day segment that frames a brisk, twisty start.
The new lineup blends brain and brawn — yes, there’s a Marvel Studios producer and a NASA engineer — setting up challenges where social reads and puzzle chops matter as much as muscle.
Host Jeff Probst told The Hollywood Reporter that the game continues to evolve on the road to the landmark 50th season, with surprises designed to keep players off-balance.
Relationship dynamics can drive the early vote. A same-day status roundup highlights which castaways arrive single, taken, or engaged — fuel for alliances and potential sparks.
Survivor season 49 cast (full bios)
Below are quick bios for all 18 new castaways, summarized from a same-day gallery that breaks down ages, occupations, and relationship status heading into Fiji.
Michelle “MC” Chukwujekwu
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At 29, MC is a fitness trainer who’s comfortable faking it till she makes it — but she won’t advertise that she only started watching in Season 47. Her plan leans on charm and hustle to earn trust in the opening days. She appears single, which could make her social bonds especially fluid in the early game. Expect her to lean into adaptability if the tribe dynamics shift quickly.
Nicole Mazullo
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Nicole, 26, is a diehard Survivor fan who watches every Wednesday with her girlfriend, Adelaide. She’s already joking about being surrounded by “a lot of straight men,” which hints at a blunt, confident social style. That candor can disarm or disrupt, depending on how the tribe receives it. Entering taken, she looks primed to prioritize alliances over island flirtations.
Rizo Velovic
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Twenty-five-year-old Rizo wears the “Rizgod” nickname like armor, and he brings big energy to camp life. His social presence suggests he’s comfortable drawing attention, which can be useful in challenges and fire-pit banter alike. He appears to be taken (status not fully confirmed), so expect him to steer clear of showmance chatter. If he tempers confidence with listening, he could become a swing vote magnet.
Savannah Louie
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Savannah, 31, moved from news reporting into marketing — a skill set that translates to reading rooms and crafting narratives. She says she’ll happily create “the most stressful situation” for opponents when needed, signaling a player unafraid to stir the pot. In a relationship with her boyfriend, Brandon, for over a year, she brings stability from home to offset island chaos. Watch for controlled aggression around pivotal votes.
Sophi Balerdi
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Entrepreneur Sophi, 27, is blunt about wanting a “meat shield” alliance with the biggest person in her tribe. She frames relationships as both genuine and strategic, aiming to leave with friends who might attend her wedding. She’s engaged to her fiancé, Gabriel, which puts romance off the table and strategy front and center. Expect precise risk-taking around idols and advantages.
Steven Ramm
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Steven, 35, is a NASA rocket scientist who brings methodical thinking to multi-stage challenges. He credits his girlfriend for pushing him to stop “talking about applying” and actually do it, so he arrives with support and a clear purpose. Brains don’t win alone, but they can anchor tribe puzzles and camp engineering. If he pairs with a social connector, he could become indispensable.
Alex Moore
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At 27, Alex works in political communications and calls himself a bit of a softie. He knows charm can be used against him, especially by a “cutie,” and that self-awareness may help him shut down manipulation before it starts. Single entering the game, he’ll need guardrails around his social instincts. If he balances openness with a timely blindside, he could surprise people post-merge.
Jake Latimer
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Jake, 36, is a correctional officer with a powerful home story: he and his wife, Louise, are expecting after years of trying. She encouraged him to compete, which adds fuel to his fire. That mix of grit and gratitude often translates to steady camp leadership. With “dad energy” incoming, he’ll likely play loyal early, then tighten the screws later.
Jason Treul
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Jason, 32, is a law clerk who jokes about having “little guy” energy, but he also suggests there’s evidence he’s pretty sharp. He’s engaged, which takes showmance chatter off the board. Look for him to punch above his weight in puzzles and vote math. If he avoids early challenge-targeting, a midgame rise is very possible.
Jawan Pitts
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Jawan, 28, grew up in a small New Jersey town helping raise four younger siblings — a background that screams teamwork and resilience. He wants players to see him as a lovable right-hand man, which is a great way to gather intel. He appears single, keeping his options open socially. The key will be converting “little brother” vibes into jury respect.
Jeremiah Ing
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At 39, Jeremiah embraces the underdog identity and even aims to be the first male Taurus to win. He’s candid about being seen as the “fluffy” gay kid, which he reframes as a strength for reading people. Single heading in, he can forge bonds across tribe lines without strings attached. If he spots the right coalition, his late-game argument could be compelling.
Kimberly “Annie” Davis
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Kimberly “Annie,” 49, is a musician who credits her husband, Jonathan, as a major inspiration. She brings performer’s poise and entrepreneurial grit to camp life. Married and focused, she’s unlikely to chase romance — she’s here to play. Expect authenticity to be her superpower when votes get messy.
Kristina Mills
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Kristina, 36, says her college-sweetheart husband, Richard, told her not to come home without the money — lovingly, of course. That kind of push can turn immunity challenges into personal missions. Married and locked in, she’ll value alliances that reward loyalty with protection. A well-timed idol could turbocharge her midgame.
Matt Williams
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Matt, 52, thinks his long-haired look makes him approachable, and there’s a self-aware humor to how he presents himself. He says his wife, Krissy, is his biggest inspiration and life coach. That steady base often translates to patience around camp conflicts. If he steers clear of obvious leader edits, he could glide under the radar.
Nate Moore
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Nate, 47, is a film producer with Marvel credits — the highest-profile résumé on the beach. He talks about being a devoted dad and husband, suggesting a grounded perspective amid the noise. Celebrity-adjacent players can be targeted, but they can also command trust when they’re humble. If he pairs with challenge assets, he’ll be hard to cut early.
Sage Ahrens-Nichols
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Sage, 30, has a military background and a quirky sense of humor that should make confessionals pop. She appears single (status unconfirmed), which keeps alliance doors open. Her candidness about odd habits hints at a player unafraid to be memorable. The trick will be keeping that energy endearing when resources run thin.
Shannon Fairweather
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Shannon, 28, is a wellness specialist and lifelong watcher who tunes in with her whole family and her boyfriend, Daniel. She arrives taken and steady, with a social baseline that should translate to tight day-one pairs. Expect her to connect quickly over routines and camp care. If she marries empathy with nerve at Tribal, she’ll stick around.
Sophie Segreti
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Sophie, 31, is a New York City strategy associate and cross-genre reality TV fan. She appears single, so she’ll weigh every alliance for both utility and longevity. Her office-world instincts suggest a comfort with data points and people ops. If she leans into listening early, she’ll have options when the numbers flip.
Premiere details & how to watch
The two-hour Survivor season 49 premiere airs on CBS at 8/7c on September 24, 2025, with Paramount+ offering live access for Premium and next-day for Essential. Jeremy Collins’ breakdown tees up a fast start and shifting alliances right out of the gate.
Bottom line
‘Survivor’ returns for season 49 with new castaways, and this time the roster mixes a Marvel producer with a NASA engineer — a formula built for creative gameplay. Probst is teasing evolution on the road to 50, which should reward adaptable players who manage bonds without losing nerve. If the premiere delivers the promised sprint, expect early power brokers to emerge fast. For fans searching for “Survivor 49 cast,” this is your quick-read field guide before the torches are lit.
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