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New York Post
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
‘Survivor 48' star Kamilla Karthigesu reveals how the ‘shunned' jury really felt about the final 3
The lesser of three evils. Following her fourth place finish on 'Survivor 48,' Kamilla Karthigesu exclusively told The Post that the jury of the eliminated contestants weren't thrilled about voting for Eva Erickson, Joe Hunter or Kyle Fraser to win. 'People were just unhappy with everyone,' Karthigesu said. 'To be honest, they didn't like anyone sitting at the end. I think people were the least upset about Kyle.' 6 Kamilla Karthigesu in her interview with The Post. Page Six The 31-year-old software engineer, who was one of the five people that voted for Fraser, 31, to be the season's champion, explained that the jury resented the final three for their gameplay. 'I don't want to speak for anyone, but it feels like there is a bit of like…. people were completely shunned,' she shared. 'Some people in the big alliance didn't have any conversations with people outside of it, didn't have any strategy conversations with people outside of it.' 6 Joe Hunter, Eva Erickson, and Kyle Fraser in the 'Survivor 48' final three. CBS 'And then there was this other aspect of going around parading honesty and integrity, but you do have to eliminate people. And how do you call that honesty and integrity?' Karthigesu added. 'I think people wanted to see a bit of that too. Like owning that.' 6 The 'Survivor 48' jury. CBS Karthigesu also clarified when she and Fraser decided that Erickson, 24, and Hunter, 45, were the ideal people to sit next to in the end. 'I think it might have been around either the Shauhin vote or at final five. We never said let's make that person the winner. We just said that sitting next to them is your best chance at winning,' she explained. 'And saying sitting next to them means not sitting next to each other. And yeah, we both kind of had figured that that was the thing for us to do.' 6 Kamilla Karthigesu getting her torch snuffed during the 'Survivor 48' finale. CBS Furthermore, Karthigesu told The Post that as the game progressed, she realized the eventual final three weren't in the jury's good graces. 'I think that the further along the merge we go, the more and more that becomes true because the more people get eliminated that are unhappy about it,' she stated. 'Every time we'd sit at tribal council, as people spoke, I'd look over to the jury, see their reactions and people were not happy.' 6 Kamilla Karthigesu competing in a challenge on 'Survivor 48.' CBS Karthigesu continued, 'And seeing that with more and more people gave me the confidence where it's like, 'Oh, maybe I can sit next to them. Maybe I don't need to get rid of Joe. Maybe I should stick to them.' This was sort of later on into the merge, at least for me.' 6 Kamilla Karthigesu on 'Survivor 48.' CBS As for how she and Fraser kept their alliance a secret all season, Karthigesu chalked that up to the actions of three of her fellow jurors. 'I have to thank David, Mary and Star for that because they policed us on the island and they didn't let us talk to each other,' she revealed. 'I was followed around like pretty much everywhere. They would insert themselves into every single conversation.' 'So we just couldn't be seen talking to each,' Karthigesu added. 'And that's how we kept it on the down low. We were just very good at communicating.'
Time of India
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Survivor season 48 has a winner: Kyle Fraser
Kyle Fraser emerged as the sole Survivor in Survivor season 48 , securing the $1 million prize after a strategic and emotionally charged finale. The season was set against the backdrop of Fiji 's rugged landscapes, culminating in a final tribal council where Fraser outmaneuvered fellow finalists Eva Erickson and Joe Hunter , winning the jury's favor with a 5-2-1 vote split. Kyle Fraser's smart gameplay Fraser played a calculated game with a deep understanding of the game's social dynamics. He formed a covert alliance with Kamilla Karthigesu, orchestrating key blindsides that shifted the game's momentum. Their partnership remained hidden until the final tribal council, where Fraser revealed their strategic maneuvers, impressing the jury with his behind-the-scenes control of the game. His gameplay was not without emotional complexity. He navigated the challenges of deception and alliance-building with a sense of integrity that resonated with both viewers and fellow contestants. His decision to face strong competitors in the final three, rather than opting for an easier path, showcased his commitment to a fair and challenging game. Live Events Other strong contenders in the finale Another contestant, Eva Erickson's journey was particularly poignant; she faced a breakdown during the fire-making challenge but chose to confront her fears head-on, ultimately defeating Karthigesu to secure her spot in the final three. Joe Hunter, a 45-year-old fireman recovering from surgery, brought a narrative of resilience and determination. His leadership and physical prowess were evident throughout the season. Season 48 of Survivor will be remembered for its blend of strategic gameplay and emotional storytelling. The final five, Fraser, Erickson, Hunter, Karthigesu, and Mitch Guerra, each brought unique strengths and narratives that enriched the season's tapestry. Karthigesu's elimination during the fire-making challenge was a significant moment, as many believed she had a strong chance of winning had she reached the final three. Talks are already swirling around the next season of Survivor and fans are eager to see if any of these standout castaways will return to the island.
