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News18
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Jane Bright, Fan Favourite On Reality Show Survivor, Dies At 71
Last Updated: Before gaining popularity in 2010 as a contestant of Survivor Nicaragua, she worked as a dog trainer. The Survivor Nicaragua, season 21's castaway Jane Bright, has passed away today at the age of 71. The tragic news of her death is being confirmed after Jane's daughter Ashley Hammett shared a post on Facebook. Hammett, who made an appearance during a special episode of loved ones' visit on Survivor, wrote, 'Today, Jane Hammett Bright was found passed away within her home by a good friend and country sheriff." The cause of her death was not mentioned in the post. Jane was born on December 13, 1953, in North Carolina. Before gaining popularity in 2010 as a contestant of Survivor Nicaragua, she worked as a dog trainer, as reported by The Sun. After participating in the famous American television reality show, she won the hearts of the audience with her straightforward attitude and strong performance. Most importantly, fans loved her for providing food for the tribe. She won two immunity challenges in the season. Although Jud Fabio Birza became the season's winner, Jane was recognised as the 'fan-favourite'. Selected by the fans, she was awarded the Sprint Player of the Season title and won $100,000. Jane was selected for the 21st season of Survivor after applying to the competition 10 times. In that season, 20 players were initially divided into two groups based on their ages. Notably, Jane was the oldest woman among the contestants, at age 56. Alongside Jane Bright and winner Fabio Bizra, the season featured a diverse cast of characters, including NFL coach Jimmy Johnson, country singer Chase Rice, Marty Piombo and others. During the show, she formed a strong bond with Chase, who was also from North Carolina. Jane Bright was an inspiration to many Survivor players. Charity Nelms, who participated in Survivor 48, considered Jane as her favourite Survivor player. Following her death, Nelms shared a story on instagram, writing, 'I called Jane my favourite Survivor of all time in one of my interviews and she messaged me inviting me to her farm less than a month ago. This is so sad. We lost a special one." Two-time Survivor winner Sandra Diaz-Twine also shared a heartfelt post on instagram to pay tribute to the former contestant. She posted a picture of Bright with the caption, 'Rest in heavenly peace. Jane from Survivor Nicaragua." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sandra Diaz-Twine (@sassysdt) Following her demise, several Survivor fan pages and individual fans took to social media to pay their heartfelt tributes to the 'fan-favourite' Jane Bright. First Published: May 16, 2025, 17:33 IST
Express Tribune
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Jane Bright Survivor Nicaragua fan favorite dies at 71
Jane Bright, known for her appearance on Survivor: Nicaragua, has passed away at the age of 71. Her daughter, Ashley Hammett, announced the news on Facebook after Bright's body was found earlier this week in her North Carolina home. The cause of death has not been disclosed. Born on December 13, 1953, in Jackson Springs, North Carolina, Bright was a dog trainer before joining the CBS competition series in 2010. She competed in Season 21, which separated contestants into tribes based on age. As part of the older Espada tribe, Bright was praised for her strength and contributions, despite being the oldest contestant of the season. She was the 13th castaway voted off but won the audience-voted Sprint Fan Favorite award, along with a $100,000 prize. Fans and fellow contestants remembered Bright fondly. Donathan Hurley, a contestant from Survivor: Ghost Island, called her 'a firecracker' and shared his heartbreak on social media. He recalled her lively spirit and sense of humor, expressing deep sadness over her passing. Bright's legacy as a strong competitor and beloved personality on Survivor remains. She is mourned by the Survivor community and fans alike, who remember her for her resilience and vibrant personality.
Scottish Sun
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Iconic Survivor star who worked as a dog trainer before winning $100,000 as season fan favorite dies aged 71
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) FAN-favourite Survivor star Jane Bright - who won $100,000 in the reality TV show - has passed away aged 71. Her daughter Ashley Hammett announced the tragic news of her mum's passing on Thursday, saying that she was found dead in her home. 3 An iconic Survivor star has died Credit: Getty 3 Jane Bright, who appeared on Survivor: Nicaragua, has died aged 71 3 She placed 6th out of 20 on the show but was given the fan-favourite award Credit: Getty She died nearly 15 years since appearing on the CBS competition series. Bright was born in North Carolina, and worked as a dog trainer before appearing on Survivor in 2010. After being crowned as fan-favourite on the show, she earned $100,000. The beloved TV star placed 6th out of 20 contestants on the reality game show, and started the season in the Espada tribe. Her daughter announced her death on Facebook, saying: "Today Jane Hammett Bright was found passed away within her home by a good friend and county sheriff." Grieving fans poured out on social media, with many remembering her iconic moments on Survivor. One fan said: "RIP. She was iconic, she had some of the most entertaining moments on that (slightly underrated) season." Another said: "Rest in peace Jane. one of if not the best part about Nicaragua." The user added: "She was a legend and of my favourite that season. I really wish I could have met her. RIP Jane." Her cause of death is currently unclear. More to follow... For the latest news on this story, keep checking back at The U.S. Sun, your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, sports news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures, and must-see videos. Like us on Facebook at TheSunUS and follow us on X at @TheUSSun
The Sun
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Iconic Survivor star who worked as a dog trainer before winning $100,000 as season fan favorite dies aged 71
FAN-favourite Survivor star Jane Bright - who won $100,000 in the reality TV show - has passed away aged 71. Her daughter Ashley Hammett announced the tragic news of her mum's passing on Thursday, saying that she was found dead in her home. 3 3 3 She died nearly 15 years since appearing on the CBS competition series. Bright was born in North Carolina, and worked as a dog trainer before appearing on Survivor in 2010. After being crowned as fan-favourite on the show, she earned $100,000. The beloved TV star placed 6th out of 20 contestants on season 21 the reality game show, and started the season in the Espada tribe. Her daughter announced her death on Facebook, saying: "Today Jane Hammett Bright was found passed away within her home by a good friend and county sheriff." Grieving fans poured out on social media, with many remembering her iconic moments on Survivor. One fan said: "RIP. She was iconic, she had some of the most entertaining moments on that (slightly underrated) season." Another said: "Rest in peace Jane. one of if not the best part about Nicaragua." The user added: "She was a legend and of my favourite that season. I really wish I could have met her. RIP Jane." Her cause of death is currently unclear.
The Irish Sun
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Iconic Survivor star who worked as a dog trainer before winning $100,000 as season fan favorite dies aged 71
FAN-favourite Survivor star Jane Bright - who won $100,000 in the reality TV show - has passed away aged 71. Her daughter Ashley Hammett announced the tragic news of her mum's passing on Thursday, saying that she was found dead in her home. 3 An iconic Survivor star has died Credit: Getty 3 Jane Bright, who appeared on Survivor: Nicaragua, has died aged 71 3 She placed 6th out of 20 on the show but was given the fan-favourite award Credit: Getty She died nearly 15 years since appearing on the CBS competition series. Bright was born in North Carolina, and worked as a dog trainer before appearing on Survivor in 2010. After being crowned as fan-favourite on the show, she earned $100,000. The beloved TV star placed 6th out of 20 contestants on the reality game show, and started the season in the Espada tribe. Her daughter announced her death on Facebook, saying: "Today Jane Hammett Bright was found passed away within her home by a good friend and county sheriff." Grieving fans poured out on social media, with many remembering her iconic moments on Survivor. One fan said: "RIP. She was iconic, she had some of the most entertaining moments on that (slightly underrated) season." Another said: "Rest in peace Jane. one of if not the best part about Nicaragua." Most read in Celebrity The user added: "She was a legend and of my favourite that season. I really wish I could have met her. RIP Jane." Her cause of death is currently unclear. More to follow... For the latest news on this story, keep checking back at The U.S. Sun, your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, sports news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures, and must-see videos . Like us on Facebook at
