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Survivor

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‘Survivor’ Contestant Jane Bright Dead at 71

Jane Bright was a contestant on 'Survivor: Nicaragua,' which aired in 2010.

by Megan Elliott

Published on May 15, 2025

2 min read

'Survivor' host Jeff Probst stands on a beach with contestants. There is a sign for the show behind them.

Reality TV News

Has ‘Survivor’ Gotten Too Easy? Fans Are Sharply Divided

Some 'Survivor' fans are happy they don't have to watch contestants suffer as much on recent seasons. Here's how some fans respond to that.

by Emma McKee

Six cast members from 'Survivor 46' standing in the sand on the beach

Reality TV News

‘Survivor 46’ Release Date, Time, How to Watch, and More

Eighteen new castaways are competing for the title of Sole Survivor in season 46, which premieres Feb. 28 on CBS.

by Megan Elliott

Sophie and Rob From ’90 Day Fiancé’ Had an Awkward Reunion in Las Vegas

Rob left Sophie stunned when he ran away from her in Las Vegas.

by Megan Elliott

Published on June 28, 2025

2 min read

Portrait of Matt, Amani, and Any from '90 Day Fiance' Season 11 on a red background

Reality TV News

’90 Day Fiancé: Amani Has a Warning for People Considering a Nose Job

“Plastic surgery [does not equal] happiness,” Amani wrote on her Instagram Story.

by Megan Elliott

Rob arrives at the resort in '90 Day: Hunt for Love'

Reality TV News

Where Is ’90 Day: Hunt for Love’ Filmed?

'90 Day' alums search for love in Mexico in the franchise's latest spinoff series.

by Megan Elliott

Johnny ‘Bananas’ Allegedly Threatened to Quit ‘The Challenge 40’ and Wanted to Leave Set for Days

Johnny 'Bananas' Devenanzio allegedly threatened to quit 'The Challenge 40' if his requests weren't met by production. Here's what an insider claimed.

by Lauren Weiler

Published on August 28, 2024

3 min read

(L-R) Kyland Young, Olivia Kaiser, Johnny 'Bananas' Devenanzio, Emily Schromm, Tori Deal, Leroy Garrett, Rachel Robinson, and Darrell Taylor stand together and pose at MTV's 'The Challenge 40: Battle Of The Eras' LA event at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum

Reality TV News

‘The Challenge 40’ Cast Dealt With Horrible Living Conditions and Only 2 Porta-Potties

'The Challenge 40' living conditions were allegedly less than ideal. Here's what an insider said about how 40 competitors had to live with only 2 porta-potties.

by Lauren Weiler

Reality TV News

‘The Challenge 40’ Spoilers: Who’s Eliminated First From Each Era?

'The Challenge 40: Battle of the Eras' divides 40 competitors into 4 eras. Here are spoilers regarding the first men and women eliminated from each era.

by Lauren Weiler

‘America’s Sweethearts’: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders Earn ‘Life-Changing’ 400% Pay Increase

Members of the DCC learned they'd earned a massive pay increase in the 'America's Sweethearts' Season 2 finale.

by Megan Elliott

Lydia Plath leaning against Zac Wyse in 'Welcome to Plathville' Season 7

Reality TV News

‘Welcome to Plathville’ Star Lydia Plath Goes Full Duggar, Decides to Save First Kiss for Marriage

Lydia prepares to say 'I do' in 'Welcome to Plathville' Season 7.

by Megan Elliott

Savannah Chrisley and Julie Chrisley in a car

Reality TV News

Did Julie Chrisley Fake Breast Cancer? Daughter Savannah ‘Dumbfounded’ By Bizarre Accusation

Savannah says there's a 'special place in hell' for people who think her mother lied about having cancer.

by Megan Elliott

Group photo of the Plath family in key art for 'Welcome to Plathville' Season 7

Reality TV News

Veronica Takes Over Olivia’s Villain Role in ‘Welcome to Plathville’ Season 7 — See the Trailer

In the 'Welcome to Plathville' Season 7 trailer, Ethan warns Micah's girlfriend that she'll need to fall in line if she wants to be part of the family.

by Megan Elliott

Jax Taylor wears a black shirt and stands with Brittany Cartwright, who wears a black dress. She has her hand on her hip.

Reality TV News

Brittany Cartwright Reveals Jax Taylor’s ‘Cringey and Sad’ Burner Instagram: Here’s What He’s Posted About Himself

According to Brittany Cartwright, Jax Taylor has been using a fake Instagram account for years. Here's what she said about his burner account.

by Emma McKee

Charly wearing a blue sweatshirt with silver stars in 'America's Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders' Season 2

Reality TV News

‘America’s Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders’ Spoilers: Which Season 2 Rookies Made the Team?

Prepare to be thunderstruck. Another season of 'America's Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders' drops on Netflix on June 18.

by Megan Elliott

A close-up of 'Teen Mom: The Next Chapter' star Amber Portwood at an event.

Reality TV News

‘Teen Mom’ Amber Portwood Shares Emotional Truth Behind Decision Not to Relocate for Son

'Teen Mom' star Amber Portwood took to TikTok Live to say why she can't move to California to be closer to her son, James. Here's the reason she gave and what fans actually think.

by Lauren Weiler

Daniele from '90 Day Fiance: The Other Way' with curly blond hair and wearing an off-the-shoulder pink top

Reality TV News

Daniele Gates Make Surprise Return in ’90 Day Fiancé’ Season 11 Tell-All

Daniele and Shekinah's feud reignites at the '90 Day Fiancé' Season 11 tell-all.

by Megan Elliott

Todd and Grayson Chrisley high-fiving on 'Chrisley Knows Best'

Reality TV News

Todd Chrisley Pokes Fun at Prison Time With Grayson Chrisley in Father’s Day Instagram Post

Todd Chrisley is ready to make fun of his prison time. Here's what he and Grayson Chrisley posted to Instagram on Father's Day that fans are loving.

by Lauren Weiler

Jamie Frizzell in an episode of Discovery's 'Naked and Afraid'

Reality TV News

‘Naked and Afraid: Last One Standing’: Jamie Was ‘Cooking’ Ahead of Frightening Med Tap

The brutal Australian heat proved to be too much for Scotsman Jamie Frizzell, who had to be medically evacuated from the competition.

by Megan Elliott

Melissa Gorga, Rachel Fuda, Margaret Josephs, Dolores Catania, Jennifer Aydin, Danielle Cabral and Teresa Giudice

Notable People

These Housewives Have Filed Lawsuits Against Bravo: There are More Than You Think

These housewives have had issues with Bravo and it's executives. NeNe Leakes, Leah McSweeney, Caroline Manzo and Brit Eady have all filed lawsuits against the network in the last four years.

by Andrea Francese

Kim Zolciak of 'Botched: Rewind' on a blue background

Reality TV News

Kim Zolciak Considers Walking Back Past Plastic Surgery in New Series, ‘Botched: Rewind’

Kim's daugther Brielle Bierrmann will also appear on the show, which premieres July 9 on E!

by Megan Elliott

'The Bachelor' stars Grant Ellis and Juliana Pasquarosa smiling after their engagement. Juliana is holding up her hand to show off her ring.

Reality TV News

Inside Grant Ellis and Juliana Pasquarosa’s Sudden ‘Bachelor’ Breakup — Fans Piece It Together

'The Bachelor' stars Grant Ellis and Juliana Pasquarosa called it quits on their romance and ended their engagement. Fans aren't surprised to see them part ways. Here's why.

by Lauren Weiler

Grayson Chrisley, Julie Chrisley, and Todd Chrisley smiling in 'Chrisley Knows Best'

Reality TV News

Todd Chrisley Praises Son Grayson for Making Dean’s List at University: ‘God Is Good’

Todd Chrisley is officially back on Instagram. His first post since his presidential pardon shows him congratulating his son, Grayson, on making the Dean's List.

by Lauren Weiler

Erika Jayne wears black and sits on a stage holding a microphone. There are golden circles behind her.

Reality TV News

Erika Jayne Broke Her Silence On ‘Feeling Sorry’ for Herself After Tom Girardi’s Prison Sentence

Erika Jayne said her former husband Tom Girardi's prison sentence upset her. She was about to get on stage when she heard the news.

by Emma McKee

'Selling Sunset' star Davina Potratz attends a Lifetime screening. She's wearing a sleeveless black dress and smiling.

Reality TV News

‘Selling Sunset’: Davina Potratz Reveals How Much Their Glam Costs — and Who Pays — Ahead of Season 9

'Selling Sunset' star Davina Potratz admitted that the cast's most glam looks don't come cheap. Here's what she said about the cost ahead of season 9.

by Lauren Weiler

Silhouetted images of giraffes from 'Alone: Africa' Season 12

Reality TV News

‘Alone’ Season 12 Premiere: 1 Person Has Already Tapped Out

'Alone' heads to the African desert for its 12th season.

by Megan Elliott

Jasmine and Gino from '90 Day Fiance' on a red background

Reality TV News

’90 Day’ Star Jasmine Says She’s Tired of Playing ‘Bad Guy,’ Accuses Gino of Keeping Her TLC Money

Jasmine took to social media after the first trailer for the new season of '90 Day Fiancé: Happily Ever After?' dropped.

by Megan Elliott

Reality TV News

Jasmine Lashes Out at Gino’s ‘Whore’ Girlfriend in First Trailer for ’90 Day Fiancé: Happily Ever After?’ Season 9

Gino embraces his open marriage in the new season of '90 Day Fiancé: Happily Ever After?'

by Megan Elliott

Savannah Chrisley and Todd Chrisley walking together in 2017

Notable People

Todd Chrisley Slams US Over World-Leading Incarceration Rate

Todd Chrisley of 'Chrisley Knows Best' fame hopped on Savannah Chrisley's podcast to discuss the incarceration rates in the US. Here's what he said after his presidential pardon.

by Lauren Weiler