A HISTORIC FAN-POWERED CELEBRATION: "SURVIVOR 50 CHALLENGE" GRAND PRIZE REVEALED

CBS Invites Fans Across America to Compete for a Spot at the Live "Survivor 50" Season Finale in Los Angeles on Wednesday, May 20

LOS ANGELES - Jan. 11, 2026 - For its landmark 50th season, SURVIVOR is making history by putting fans at the center of the celebration for one of the biggest moments yet. It's time to light your torch and join the "SURVIVOR 50 Challenge," as acclaimed host and executive producer Jeff Probst announces the highly anticipated prize: "Challenge" winners selected from eligible entries in all 50 states will earn an exclusive invitation to attend the live finale of SURVIVOR 50 in Los Angeles on Wednesday, May 20, marking a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for fans to witness the epic conclusion and be part of this milestone season.

The prize reveal marks the first of many fan-powered surprises as part of the "In the Hands of the Fans" vote, which will shape unforgettable moments with more announcements rolling out ahead of SURVIVOR 50's season premiere on Wednesday, Feb. 25, on CBS and streaming on Paramount+.

As previously announced, CBS is inviting all of America to participate in the "SURVIVOR 50 Challenge." Kicking off on Jan. 30, the monumental coast-to-coast challenge is calling on people of all ages from across the country to put their skills to the test and play the game for real with 50 hidden immunity idols placed across all 50 states, each with a winner. Now those winners won't just claim an idol - they'll earn an invitation for themselves and a guest to join SURVIVOR history, attending the live season 50 finale alongside fellow fans from across the country.

The multiweek hunt invites participants to follow clues, crack puzzles and search for authentic hidden immunity idols close to home. Each state features its own unique challenge - from exploring caves in Kentucky to chasing the glow of ice in New Hampshire, gliding across Louisiana's bayou, hiking through scenic trails and even uncovering a nod to Jeff Probst's roots in Kansas.

Whether you're a lifelong fan or new to the game, the challenge invites players to grab their tribe, invite friends and family and put their strategic skills to the test for a fun family-friendly adventure. Fifty seasons in, SURVIVOR continues to evolve by inviting its most loyal audience to step inside the game, proving that the spirit of adventure and community is stronger than ever.

50 Hidden Idols in 50 States with 50 Winners

To join the hunt and get in on the action, fans can visit Survivor50Challenge.com and sign up for alerts on the SURVIVOR 50 digital hub. Stay connected for challenge details, updates, rewards and exclusive content, and find out when the clue will drop in your state.

To officially qualify for the grand prize sweepstakes, players who have successfully risen to the challenge must snap and submit a photo with the idol to the SURVIVOR 50 digital hub. One additional winner will be selected through an online component of the SURVIVOR 50 challenge hub, subject to official rules.

SURVIVOR is hosted by Emmy Award-winning host Jeff Probst and produced by S.E.G. Holdco., LLC. Mark Burnett, Jeff Probst, Matt Van Wagenen, Kahaia Pearson and Jesse Jensen serve as executive producers. The series is distributed by Paramount Global Content Distribution.

Fans can stay tuned for ongoing announcements and 50th-season celebrations by following SURVIVOR on social media (@survivorCBS on X, Instagram and Threads; @survivor on Facebook; @CBSsurvivor on TikTok).

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