Survivor fanatics are buzzing with excitement over the return of Christian Hubicki, a contestant from Season 37: David vs. Goliath, who left an indelible mark on the show. After being cut off by Twitter bots and Nazis, fans wondered what became of him after his season concluded. Thankfully, it’s been announced that Christian will be part of Survivor 50, along with some returning castmates.
Despite mixed feelings about the “new era” of Survivor, fans like the author are eager for a return to more traditional gameplay. The upcoming season boasts an impressive cast of 24 players, including several veterans and fan favorites. While some newcomers may bring fresh dynamics, long-time viewers are hoping for more firemaking drama, high-stakes challenges, and campsite conflicts.
Notable returning players include Cirie Fields, Stephenie LaGrossa, and Ozzy Lusth. However, fans may be divided about their inclusion, particularly Ozzy’s past behavior. The author would have cast the season differently, but is thrilled to reunite with Christian, a contestant who embodies everything Survivor fans love: confidence, camaraderie, and unapologetic weirdness.
With 50 seasons of Survivor under its belt, the show has learned from its past mistakes and returned to some of its core strengths. Fans can look forward to a more grounded season with genuine gameplay, memorable challenges, and maybe even some controversies. As Christian himself would say: Let’s get it on!
Source: https://slate.com/culture/2025/05/survivor-50-cast-cbs-mike-white-christian-hubicki-jeff-probst.html