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[01/11/26 - 05:54 PM]
A Historic Fan-Powered Celebration: "Survivor 50 Challenge" Grand Prize Revealed
"Challenge" winners selected from eligible entries in all 50 states will earn an exclusive invitation to attend the live finale in Los Angeles on Wednesday, May 20.

[via press release from CBS]

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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[05/12/26 - 02:29 PM]
CFP Contenders and Non-Conference Clashes Headline ESPN's Industry-Leading, Early-Season College Football Schedule Reveal at Disney Upfront
Nine of ESPN.com's Way-Too-Early Top 25 are featured in the schedule release, including No. 1 Ohio State, No. 5 Texas, No. 7 Miami, No. 8 Texas Tech, No. 9 Ole Miss and No. 11 LSU.

[05/12/26 - 02:29 PM]
The Grammy Awards Set to Take Place Sunday, Feb. 7, 2027, and Will Air Live on ABC and Stream on Disney+ and Hulu
The upcoming ceremony marks a historic shift for the organization as the 2027 Grammy Awards will be the first ceremony to air on ABC since 1972, ushering in a new era for the most celebrated night in music.

[05/12/26 - 02:29 PM]
Disney and the Country Music Association Extend Relationship Through 2032
As part of the new agreement, the CMA Awards will stream live on Disney+ for the first time ever, alongside its traditional broadcast on ABC, kicking off with "The 60th Annual CMA Awards" on Wednesday, November 18, 2026.

[05/12/26 - 02:24 PM]
ESPN's "College GameDay Built by The Home Depot" Kicks Off 40th Season in Baton Rouge with 500th Show on the Road
Following Baton Rouge, College GameDay will travel to Austin, Texas on September 12 for a battle of powerhouse programs in Week 2 as the Texas Longhorns host Ohio State in a rematch of last season's 14-7 Buckeyes' win in Columbus.

[05/12/26 - 02:06 PM]
Paul Anthony Kelly Joins Cast of FX's "American Horror Story" Installment 13 Coming This Fall to FX and Hulu
FX's "American Horror Story," the global phenomenon that has garnered more than 100 Emmy nominations since its launch in 2011, returns for an unrivaled 13th installment that will do justice to everyone's most feared number.

[05/12/26 - 01:55 PM]
Disney+ Becomes the Exclusive Home of the Banana Bowl This October
Known for blending athleticism with entertainment, the game will include one of the biggest performances the league has ever seen, bringing together all six teams, along with its signature on-field showmanship from first pitch to final out.

[05/12/26 - 01:42 PM]
The 99th Oscars Reunites Host Conan O'Brien and Executive Producers Raj Kapoor and Katy Mullan
The 99th Oscars will air live on ABC and Hulu on Sunday, March 14, 2027 at 7 p.m. EDT/4 p.m. PDT.

[05/12/26 - 01:38 PM]
Savannah Bananas' Jackson Olson Slides Into the Ballroom for "Dancing with the Stars" Season 35
The full cast of celebrities and professional dancers will be announced Wednesday, September 2, exclusively on "Good Morning America."

[05/12/26 - 01:32 PM]
ESPN Sets the Stage for Super Bowl LXI With Week Long Expansive Broadcast and Fan Experience on Santa Monica Beach
These efforts are all building toward Super Bowl LXI on February 14, 2027, which will air on ESPN and ABC and mark ESPN's first production of the Super Bowl.

[05/12/26 - 12:01 PM]
Netflix Top 10: Week of May 4 - The Critters of "Swapped" Soar to No. 1 in This Week's Top 10
The pursuit of justice is action-packed in "Man on Fire," which set the English TV list ablaze at No. 1 with 12.6 million views.

[05/12/26 - 11:31 AM]
CNN FlashDoc "The Last Laugh: Stephen Colbert" to Stream on Friday, May 15 on the CNN App
The special will also air Sunday, May 17 at 8pm ET on CNN, just days before the highly anticipated finale of "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert."

[05/12/26 - 11:13 AM]
BET Greenlights Manny Halley Productions' "Lot Patrol," A Star-Studded Mockumentary Comedy Series
A mismatched squad of eccentric security guards patrols the chaotic backlot of a major Hollywood studio, where they wrangle unhinged actors, rogue crew members, and their own wildly dysfunctional personal lives.

[05/12/26 - 11:01 AM]
"The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon" Will Air a Repeat on Thursday, May 21, The Night of the Final Telecast of "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert"
"The Tonight Show" will air an all-new episode on Friday, May 22, featuring Robert De Niro and Jane Rosenthal, and musical guest Maluma.

[05/12/26 - 11:00 AM]
AspireTV to Premiere "City Eats: Charleston" This June
The series is a culinary journey through one of America's most historic and flavor-rich cities, hosted by celebrity chef and TV personality G Garvin.

[05/12/26 - 10:36 AM]
Fan-Favorite Crime Drama, "The Madame Blanc Mysteries," Renewed for a Fifth Season on AMC Global Media's Acorn TV
Filming is currently underway in Gozo and Malta.