The biggest brawl in reality television history is set to unleash when 20 returning players clash in Survivor: Heroes Vs. Villains.  “Sassy” Sandra Diaz-Twine is one of the villains hoping to win the $1 million prize — which she was already successful at doing when she won Survivor: Pearl Islands.  At the CBS party for Survivor’s 10th anniversary, Sandra talked with RealityTVMagazine’s Ryan Haidet about her role as a villain, her strategy this season and her motivation for returning to the game.

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Surviving Survivor: Peeling Back Reality TV History

With the 20th season premiere right around the corner, CBS delivered a one-hour special looking back at the show’s decade-long history — “Surviving Survivor.”  Filled with new interviews with former contestants and several castaways participating in Survivor: Heroes Vs. Villains, the impact of Mark Burnett’s reality giant was covered from top to bottom.  Memorable water-cooler moments from the game, emotional updates on Ethan Zohn and even a short moment remembering Jenn Lyon made Surviving Survivor worth watching.

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Survivor: Relive Your Favorite Moments From the Past Decade

Survivor fans will be thrilled to see their favorite castaways come together for a one-hour special tonight on CBS. “Surviving Survivor” reunites ten of the CBS reality show’s most memorable players for a behind-the-scenes look at the show’s craziest moments. Keep reading to see who is returning for this exciting special…

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Survivor: Heroes Vs Villains — Randy Ready To Rumble

The nastiest, self-proclaimed villain from Survivor: Gabon is back for more as he takes on 19 other competitors in Survivor: Heroes Vs. Villains.  Randy Bailey spoke with RealityTVMagazine’s Ryan Haidet during the Survivor 10th anniversary party in Hollywood last month about what to expect from the upcoming battle of good and evil.  As always, Randy used his sharp tongue and quick wit to verbally assault fellow contestants, himself and the concept of marriage.  Read on to find out which castaway he jokes about wanting to see perish in a plane crash, who he labels a loser, if he still talks to Crystal and what his strategy was the second time around.

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Survivor: Gabon’s Crystal Cox Admits to Using Steroids

Survivor Gabon’s cast member and former Olympian Crystal Cox confessed to using anabolic steroids, an admission that could have some major repercussions. The Survivor contestant, who finished in sixth place, is facing serious charges from the International Olympic Committee (IOC). What’s at stake? Keep reading to find out…

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Survivor Winner Ethan Zohn Interviewed Today on ‘The Doctors’

Survivor Africa winner Ethan Zohn gives his first interview following a risky Stem Cell Transplant procedure today on the Doctors. After undergoing the treatment, Zohn has spent 21 days in isolation. He finally breaks his silence about the treatment, battling cancer, the support of his girlfriend (and Survivor: The Amazon winner) Jenna Morasca, and being a spokesperson about cancer awareness. Keep reading to learn more about the moving interview…

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EXCLUSIVE: Jeff Probst On Survivor’s History & Future

He has snuffed 276 torches, and crowned 19 winners of the hit reality show Survivor.  Host Jeff Probst has been a reality television staple throughout the last decade leading the strategic adventures as total strangers battle for $1 million.  During the Survivor 10-year anniversary party at CBS in Hollywood earlier this month, RealityTVMagazine’s Ryan Haidet had the opportunity to talk with the two-time Emmy-award winning host.  Probst dished the dirt on what to expect on Survivor: Heroes Vs. Villains, and discussed the future of the series.  He also revealed his thoughts on Natalie beating Russell in Samoa before talking about one player he says will never be asked to play again.

Keep reading for an exclusive video slideshow where you can listen to the interview.

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Survivor: Jennifer Lyon Succumbs to Breast Cancer

Survivor: Palau castaway Jennifer Lyon has been a fighter for years.  Not only when she came in forth place on Survivor, but also during her battle against breast cancer for the last five years.  Sadly, Jennifer Lyons lost that battle yesterday and today her fans are grieving her passing, while celebrating her life and spirit.

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Celebrating Survivor’s 10th Anniversary!

Do you remember those first moments?  The scrambling efforts of 16 strangers to gather supplies before jumping ship and paddling to shore in the start of a competition for $1 million.  It may be hard to believe, but it has been 10 years since CBS first debuted Survivor.  To celebrate the show’s anniversary and upcoming 20th season, CBS held a major party last week on Saturday, January 9, in Hollywood.  And it was certainly the place to be!

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Survivor: Ethan Zohn Undergoes Stem Cell Transplant

Survivor winner, Ethan Zohn, is hoping that his most recent and drastic cancer treatments will be his last. Although Ethan couldn’t make it to the Survivor 10th anniversary party last Saturday, his girlfriend Jenna Morasca was in attendance. Keep reading to see what she said about her boyfriend’s recovery…

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