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16-05-2025
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Jane Bright, Survivor: Nicaragua Contestant, Dead at 71
Onetime Survivor contestant Jane Bright, who competed on Survivor: Nicaragua in 2010, has died. She was 71. Bright's death was announced by her daughter Ashley Hammett in a Facebook post on Thursday. More from TVLine Survivor's [Spoiler] Explains Big Reward Decision and Endgame Plans: 'I Thought I Could Beat Everybody' Survivor Recap: Kyle and Kamilla Line Up a Risky Frame Job - But Did It Work? Survivor Sneak Peek: Kamilla Urges Kyle to Finally Make a Move (Exclusive) 'Today Jane Hammett Bright was found passed away within her home by a good friend and county sheriff,' Hammett wrote. Further details, including a cause of death, were not disclosed. Bright, a dog trainer from Jackson Springs, N.C., was a castaway on Survivor's 21st season, which took place in the San Juan del Sur region of Nicaragua. Originally a member of the Espada tribe, Bright ultimately finished in sixth place (out of 20 contestants), though she did go on to pocket $100,000 as the winner of that season's Fan Favorite Award, known as the Sprint Player of the Season. Bright's time on Survivor was marked not only by her skill in the challenges, but by a memorable rivalry with tribemate Marty Piombo. Survivor favorite Sandra Diaz-Twine was among those to honor Bright on social media Thursday, writing in an Instagram post, 'Rest in heavenly peace.' How will you remember Bright, fans? Leave your commemorations in a comment below. TV Stars We Lost in 2025 View Gallery29 Images Best of TVLine Yellowjackets Mysteries: An Up-to-Date List of the Series' Biggest Questions (and Answers?) The Emmys' Most Memorable Moments: Laughter, Tears, Historical Wins, 'The Big One' and More 'Missing' Shows, Found! The Latest on Severance, Holey Moley, Poker Face, YOU, Primo, Transplant and 25+ Others
Yahoo
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Jane Bright, Survivor: Nicaragua Contestant, Dead at 71
Onetime Survivor contestant Jane Bright, who competed on Survivor: Nicaragua in 2010, has died. She was 71. Bright's death was announced by her daughter Ashley Hammett in a Facebook post on Thursday. More from TVLine Survivor's [Spoiler] Explains Big Reward Decision and Endgame Plans: 'I Thought I Could Beat Everybody' Survivor Recap: Kyle and Kamilla Line Up a Risky Frame Job - But Did It Work? Survivor Sneak Peek: Kamilla Urges Kyle to Finally Make a Move (Exclusive) 'Today Jane Hammett Bright was found passed away within her home by a good friend and county sheriff,' Hammett wrote. Further details, including a cause of death, were not disclosed. Bright, a dog trainer from Jackson Springs, N.C., was a castaway on Survivor's 21st season, which took place in the San Juan del Sur region of Nicaragua. Originally a member of the Espada tribe, Bright ultimately finished in sixth place (out of 20 contestants), though she did go on to pocket $100,000 as the winner of that season's Fan Favorite Award, known as the Sprint Player of the Season. Bright's time on Survivor was marked not only by her skill in the challenges, but by a memorable rivalry with tribemate Marty Piombo. Survivor favorite Sandra Diaz-Twine was among those to honor Bright on social media Thursday, writing in an Instagram post, 'Rest in heavenly peace.' How will you remember Bright, fans? Leave your commemorations in a comment below. TV Stars We Lost in 2025 View Gallery28 Images Best of TVLine Yellowjackets Mysteries: An Up-to-Date List of the Series' Biggest Questions (and Answers?) The Emmys' Most Memorable Moments: Laughter, Tears, Historical Wins, 'The Big One' and More 'Missing' Shows, Found! The Latest on Severance, Holey Moley, Poker Face, YOU, Primo, Transplant and 25+ Others
