In an unexpected turn of events during the finale of Survivor 50, host Jeff Probst accidentally revealed a major spoiler before the crucial fire-making challenge even aired. The blunder occurred when Probst prematurely announced Rizo Velovic as the loser of the challenge, mistakenly eliminating him from the competition.
The mishap unfolded after Aubry Bracco secured her spot in the Final Three by winning the final immunity challenge. This left Velovic and Jonathan to face off in the high-stakes fire-making challenge. During a live segment, just before the challenge was set to begin, Probst brought Velovic onstage to discuss his fire-making skills. It was at this moment that Probst unintentionally disclosed Velovic’s fate as the final juror of the season.
The audience gasped as Probst realized his error, prompting laughter and cheers as he tried to downplay the situation by labeling it a “Survivor twist.” Despite the blunder, Probst humorously informed viewers that they would witness Velovic’s loss to Jonathan in the fire-making challenge.
As of now, CBS, the broadcaster of the show, has not issued an official statement regarding the incident. Ultimately, Bracco emerged as the victor of Survivor Season 50, securing the $2 million prize after receiving an 8-3-0 jury vote victory over Jonathon Young and Joe Hunter.