{"id":38068,"date":"2023-10-14T01:06:31","date_gmt":"2023-10-13T23:06:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.radiotimes.com\/?p=1907318"},"modified":"2023-10-14T01:28:12","modified_gmt":"2023-10-13T23:28:12","slug":"survivor-uk-2023-cast-confirmed-line-up","status":"publish","type":"rss_feed","link":"https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/radiotimes\/rss_feed\/survivor-uk-2023-cast-confirmed-line-up\/","title":{"rendered":"Survivor UK 2023 cast: Confirmed line-up"},"content":{"rendered":"

One of these contestants will be named the Ultimate Survivor. <\/p>

By Katelyn Mensah\n \t\t<\/p>

Published: Saturday, 14 October 2023 at 23:01 PM<\/p>

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Survivor will be making a return to TV screens in the UK soon, with a crop of new contestants ready to take on the ultimate adventure.<\/p>\n

The reality TV<\/a> series follows a group of contestants who become castaways as they are left in a deserted location, where they must find food, water, fire and shelter for themselves.<\/p>\n

The show has been off air for nearly a decade, but the BBC has rebooted the series, which will see 18 contestants try their luck in the Dominican Republic.<\/p>\n

Survivor UK \u201cpromises viewers a compelling test of brains, brawn and betrayal as players compete to outwit, outplay and outlast their rivals to be crowned the Ultimate Survivor\u201d.<\/p>

So, who are these brave individuals hoping to prove they have what it takes to be named the Ultimate Survivor?<\/p>\n

Read on to find out more about the Survivor UK 2023 contestants.<\/p>\n

Ashleigh<\/strong><\/h2>\n
\"Survivor\n<\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture>\n<\/div>
Ashleigh. BBC\/Remarkable<\/em><\/span><\/figcaption><\/div>\n

Age:\u00a0<\/strong>34<\/p>\n

From:\u00a0<\/strong>London<\/p>\n

Occupation:\u00a0<\/strong>Brand strategist<\/p>\n

Ashleigh applied for Survivor UK because she loves to \u201clive life to the fullest\u201d \u2013 whether it be through starting her own business or taking on skydiving and boxing, she is always up for pushing herself and testing her limits.<\/p>\n

\u201cI suffer from imposter syndrome and struggle to believe in myself, so this is why I push myself, to try and find my limits. What better test to understand what I\u2019m really capable of than the ultimate challenge \u2013 Survivor?!\u201d she explained.<\/p>\n

One of Ashleigh\u2019s biggest takeaways from the show is that she is \u201cmore capable\u201d than she gives herself credit for.<\/p>\n

Christopher<\/strong><\/h2>\n
\"Survivor\n<\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture>\n<\/div>
Christopher. BBC\/Remarkable<\/em><\/span><\/figcaption><\/div>\n

Age:\u00a0<\/strong>36<\/p>\n

From: <\/strong>Bridgend<\/p>\n

Occupation:\u00a0<\/strong>Singer\/songwriter<\/p>\n

Christopher wanted to be a contestant on Survivor to take himself out of his comfort zone and face his fears.<\/p>\n

He told the BBC: \u201cI wanted to undertake the hardest challenges on land, in the air or in the sea. I want to prove to myself that I have got what it takes, that I can achieve anything. The idea of having nothing but the clothes on my back seemed a million miles away from what I do in real life.<\/p>\n

\u201cI am at the stage in my life where I am more confident and determined to do something which I feel I can do well, with the determination and competitive spirit to outwit, outplay and outlast.\u201d<\/p>\n

Having taken part on the show, Christopher learned that he is \u201ca lot more resilient and stronger\u201d than he thought.<\/p>\n

Doug<\/strong><\/h2>\n
\"Survivor\n<\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture>\n<\/div>
Doug. BBC\/Remarkable<\/em><\/span><\/figcaption><\/div>\n

Age:\u00a0<\/strong>32<\/p>\n

From: <\/strong>Isle of Mull<\/p>\n

Occupation:\u00a0<\/strong>Flood risk consultant<\/p>\n

Doug has been watching Survivor for as long as he can remember, and would even go as far as re-enacting some of the show\u2019s original challenges with his family.<\/p>\n

Having seen the show was returning, Doug wasted \u201cno time\u201d in submitting his application.<\/p>\n

He explained: \u201cNext thing I know \u2013 I\u2019m on a desert island building a shelter from bamboo! I came on Survivor to make my family back home on Mull proud, and have the adventure of a lifetime.\u201d<\/p>\n

Hannah<\/strong><\/h2>\n
\"Survivor\n<\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture>\n<\/div>
Hannah. BBC\/Remarkable<\/em><\/span><\/figcaption><\/div>\n

Age:\u00a0<\/strong>30<\/p>\n

From:\u00a0<\/strong>London<\/p>\n

Occupation:\u00a0<\/strong>Semi-professional footballer<\/p>\n

Thirty-year-old Hannah became \u201ctotally hooked\u201d on Survivor during lockdown and watched season after season, which led her to apply for the show.<\/p>\n

Talking to the BBC ahead of the show\u2019s launch, Hannah said: \u201cSurvivor taught me a lot about myself and life in general. It reminded me of the importance of putting myself first at times, recognising my own worth, and having faith that even in the darkest moments things can turn around. <\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cEmbracing my emotions was another big takeaway \u2013 they\u2019re not a weakness but a strength, showing my realness, vulnerability, and helping others relate to me on a deeper level.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

Jess<\/strong><\/h2>\n
\"Survivor\n<\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture>\n<\/div>
Jess. BBC\/Remarkable<\/em><\/span><\/figcaption><\/div>\n

Age:\u00a0<\/strong>38<\/p>\n

From:\u00a0<\/strong>London<\/p>\n

Occupation:\u00a0<\/strong>Fitting model<\/p>\n

Jess fancied \u201cdoing something wild\u201d, and there was nothing better than to apply for Survivor when the opportunity presented itself.<\/p>\n

One of the biggest things she learned while on the show was that she is stronger than she could have imagined.<\/p>\n

Laurence<\/strong><\/h2>\n
\"Survivor\n<\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture>\n<\/div>
Laurence. BBC\/Remarkable<\/em><\/span><\/figcaption><\/div>\n

Age:\u00a0<\/strong>29<\/p>\n

From:\u00a0<\/strong>London, born in Vienna and raised in Costa Rica<\/p>\n

Occupation:\u00a0<\/strong>Entrepreneur<\/p>\n

Laurence decided to apply for Survivor UK because he felt he had become \u201ctoo comfortable in life\u201d.<\/p>\n

He explained: \u201cIt was time to shake things up a bit and prove to myself that I could live on bare necessities, in order to appreciate the luxuries of life.<\/p>\n

\u201cI wanted to see whether my character would remain the same when put to the test, or whether I would crack under pressure like most other fellow soft millennials.\u201d<\/p>\n

Lee<\/strong><\/h2>\n
\"Survivor\n<\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture>\n<\/div>
Lee. BBC\/Remarkable<\/em><\/span><\/figcaption><\/div>\n

Age:\u00a0<\/strong>28<\/p>\n

From:\u00a0<\/strong>Belfast (originally Limerick)<\/p>\n

Occupation:\u00a0<\/strong>Professional boxer<\/p>\n

Lee is excited for the \u201cIrish and British public\u201d to see him as his \u201ctrue, authentic self\u201d.<\/p>\n

During his time on the show, Lee wanted to bring \u201cteamwork, a positive mental attitude, good energy and competitiveness to the game\u201d.<\/p>\n

Leilani<\/strong><\/h2>\n
\"Survivor\n<\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture>\n<\/div>
Leilani. BBC\/Remarkable<\/em><\/span><\/figcaption><\/div>\n

Age:\u00a0<\/strong>45<\/p>\n

From:\u00a0<\/strong>Hertford<\/p>\n

Occupation:\u00a0<\/strong>Barista and cleaner at a yoga studio<\/p>\n

One of Leilani\u2019s friends saw the applications for Survivor UK and urged her to apply.<\/p>\n

Leilani said: \u201cI was at a crossroads in my life and looking for a new direction, so it came along at the perfect time.\u201d<\/p>\n

Matthew<\/strong><\/h2>\n
\"Survivor\n<\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture>\n<\/div>
Matthew. BBC\/Remarkable<\/em><\/span><\/figcaption><\/div>\n

Age:\u00a0<\/strong>21<\/p>\n

From:\u00a0<\/strong>Cumbria<\/p>\n

Occupation:\u00a0<\/strong>Hospitality<\/p>\n

Matthew wanted to be a contestant on Survivor because he knew it was \u201cthe ultimate challenge\u201d.<\/p>\n

He told the BBC: \u201cI turned 21 a few months ago and I couldn\u2019t think of a better way to spend my summer, I\u2019m so thankful for the opportunity. I really wanted to push myself to the limits and I genuinely mean that \u2013 this is a dream.<\/p>\n

\u201cI was looking forward to playing the game of Survivor because there\u2019s so much to think about, it tests you physically and mentally \u2013 and I was ready for both challenges!\u201d<\/p>\n

Nathan<\/strong><\/h2>\n
\"Survivor\n<\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture>\n<\/div>
Nathan. BBC\/Remarkable<\/em><\/span><\/figcaption><\/div>\n

Age:\u00a0<\/strong>35<\/p>\n

From:\u00a0<\/strong>Manchester (originally London)<\/p>\n

Occupation:\u00a0<\/strong>Fitness instructor and operations manager<\/p>\n

Nathan believes in the concept of Kaizen, which is a Japanese term for continuous improvement, and he tries to apply this concept to every part of his life.<\/p>\n

When the opportunity to be part of \u201cone of the most challenging experiences someone can face\u201d came up, he didn\u2019t need any convincing.<\/p>\n

Pegleg<\/strong><\/h2>\n
\"Survivor\n<\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture>\n<\/div>
Pegleg. BBC\/Remarkable<\/em><\/span><\/figcaption><\/div>\n

Age:\u00a0<\/strong>54<\/p>\n

From:\u00a0<\/strong>St Agnes<\/p>\n

Occupation:\u00a0<\/strong>Surf school owner<\/p>\n

Pegleg is incredibly competitive and even gave up the chance to retain his title as world champion in his surf division to take part in the show.<\/p>\n

While on the show, the 54-year-old learned that he can go into \u201cmore extreme living and surviving\u201d and can \u201cstill give the youngsters a run for their money\u201d.<\/p>\n

Rachel G<\/strong><\/h2>\n
\"Survivor\n<\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture>\n<\/div>
Rachel G. BBC\/Remarkable<\/em><\/span><\/figcaption><\/div>\n

Age:\u00a0<\/strong>40<\/p>\n

From:\u00a0<\/strong>Whitstable<\/p>\n

Occupation:\u00a0<\/strong>Insurance claims handler<\/p>\n

Rachel\u2019s motivation to appear on Survivor was to show her children than not having a dad around doesn\u2019t mean one parent isn\u2019t enough.<\/p>\n

She wanted to show them that \u201canything can be achieved if you put your mind to it\u201d.<\/p>\n

Rach C<\/strong><\/h2>\n
\"Survivor\n<\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture>\n<\/div>
Rachel C. BBC\/Remarkable<\/em><\/span><\/figcaption><\/div>\n

Age:\u00a0<\/strong>23<\/p>\n

From:\u00a0<\/strong>Glasgow<\/p>\n

Occupation:\u00a0<\/strong>Personal trainer<\/p>\n

Personal trainer Rachel felt like Survivor UK was the \u201cperfect match\u201d for her since she loves challenges and adrenaline rushes.<\/p>\n

Talking about her time on the show, Rachel said she coped with hunger \u201creally well\u201d.<\/p>\n

She explained: \u201cI probably ate more on the show than I did when I was preparing for a photoshoot. There were definitely a few times when some of us were scraping the pot and licking the spoon.\u201d<\/p>\n

Ren<\/strong><\/h2>\n
\"Survivor\n<\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture>\n<\/div>
Ren. BBC\/Remarkable<\/em><\/span><\/figcaption><\/div>\n

Age:\u00a0<\/strong>28<\/p>\n

From:\u00a0<\/strong>London<\/p>\n

Occupation:\u00a0<\/strong>Network data scientist<\/p>\n

Ren said: \u201cSurvivor has been my all-time favourite show since I found it when I was 14; \u2018obsessed\u2019 is an understatement. It combines so many things I love into this intense and awesome package where you get to do stuff you don\u2019t get to regularly as an adult.<\/p>\n

\u201cI also just love the mental and social aspects of the game \u2013 it\u2019s not about playing the game you want to play, it\u2019s about playing the game the jury wants to see you play.\u201d<\/p>\n

Richard<\/strong><\/h2>\n
\"Survivor\n<\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture>\n<\/div>
Richard. BBC\/Remarkable<\/em><\/span><\/figcaption><\/div>\n

Age:\u00a0<\/strong>36<\/p>\n

From:\u00a0<\/strong>Dalkeith, Scotland<\/p>\n

Occupation:\u00a0<\/strong>Pensions manager\/RAF reservist<\/p>\n

Richard is \u201calways looking for a new challenge\u201d and Survivor UK gave him the opportunity to challenge himself \u201cphysically and mentally\u201d.<\/p>\n

When asked what he learned from being on the show, Richard said: \u201cIt was an amazing experience and one that not very many people will get the chance to do. My biggest takeaway is that I am more resilient than I thought.\u201d<\/p>\n

Sabrina<\/strong><\/h2>\n
\"Survivor\n<\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture>\n<\/div>
Sabrina. BBC\/Remarkable<\/em><\/span><\/figcaption><\/div>\n

Age:\u00a0<\/strong>45<\/p>\n

From:\u00a0<\/strong>Stroud<\/p>\n

Occupation:\u00a0<\/strong>Ultramarathon runner<\/p>\n

When asked why she wanted to be a contestant on Survivor, Sabrina said: \u201cIt hit me at the right time! If you were told on a cold UK winter\u2019s night about a show that was highly likely to be filmed on a tropical island, involved physical and mental challenges, and meant you couldn\u2019t be contacted for the whole time you were there \u2013 wouldn\u2019t you be interested?!\u201d<\/p>\n

Shai<\/strong><\/h2>\n
\"Survivor\n<\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture>\n<\/div>
Shai. BBC\/Remarkable<\/em><\/span><\/figcaption><\/div>\n

Age:\u00a0<\/strong>33<\/p>\n

From:\u00a0<\/strong>London<\/p>\n

Occupation:\u00a0<\/strong>Finance risk manager<\/p>\n

Shai has been a superfan of Survivor ever since he was 11 years old. Over the course of the show\u2019s 23-year period, Shai reckons he has watched most of the previous seasons.<\/p>\n

He told the BBC: \u201cWhen the opportunity arose, I jumped at it! Who wouldn\u2019t want to be stranded on a random island with nothing but basic rations against a bunch of random strangers, competing in the best game ever?!\u201d<\/p>\n

Tinuke<\/strong><\/h2>\n
\"Survivor\n<\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture>\n<\/div>
Tinuke. BBC\/Remarkable<\/em><\/span><\/figcaption><\/div>\n

Age:\u00a0<\/strong>30<\/p>\n

From:\u00a0<\/strong>London<\/p>\n

Occupation:\u00a0<\/strong>Professional roller skater<\/p>\n

Thirty-year-old Tinuke has \u201calways loved\u201d Survivor and in turn was \u201cso excited\u201d when she saw the show was coming to the UK.<\/p>\n

Explaining why she applied, Tinuke said: \u201cI want to go on the show for my late parents, and to prove to myself that I am so much stronger than I thought I was. This is a complete game-changer for me, I am ready to change my life and fill it with adventure and challenge \u2013 and this is the first stepping stone to get me there.<\/p>\n

\u201cI am ready to leave behind the troubles and grief of my past and prove that anyone can turn around any dark experience. You always have more in the tank than you think you do, and I am ready to show that! I want to be a massive inspiration for anyone who has also experienced deep loss and sadness.\u201d<\/p>\n

Survivor UK will air on BBC One and BBC iPlayer soon.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Check out more of our Entertainment<\/a> coverage or visit our TV Guide<\/a> and Streaming Guide<\/a> to find out what\u2019s on.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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