“One of the most fascinating and enjoyable aspects of producingSurvivoris the casting process,” Probst tells EW.
“It’s so much fun!
We get to meet so many truly amazing people and learn about their lives.”
‘Survivor’ host Jeff Probst.Robert Voets/CBS
Okay, but what about the process itself?
“Typically, it goes like this,” says Probst.
“We hop on Zoom, and they start to tell us about their lives.
The cast of ‘Survivor’ 43.Robert Voets/CBS
Of course, that is just the first step.
Probst explains what they are looking for in these interviews while also offering some key advice to future applicants.
“Our only intention is to get to know who they really are,” says the host.
You don’t have to be anything other than who you are.
It sounds so simple but it’s the absolute truth.
Okay, so back to the original question.
Who has surprised Probst with how they have played out on the island?
“We’ve been pleasantly surprised by a number of people this season,” says the host.
“Cody has surprised with his level of cleverness.
Gabler has surprised with his ability to go with the flow and play the fool when necessary.
Jeanine has surprised with her resilience, both physically and emotionally.
We were also surprised at Karla’s initial fear of taking the Beware Advantage.
Probst’s overall take on the season 43 cast?
That’s all we can ever ask of anyone.”
