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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
Yahoo
16-05-2025
- 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 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
