However, she made the decision to go with the majority and it's good for her game. On if she had any idea she was the target:"No, I had no idea. Its funny. Clich My parents. I know hes messing up and hes a liability, but we dont have a curb to kick him to, so stop telling me to kick him to the curb. I would tell Ben were not losing and Im not going to throw a challenge. In hindsight, we should have. Who's still together? I had to touch base with Joe to make sure, listen, were still good. In those situations I was always like all right, guys. Where are they now? Her showmance with Cole made her a target. CarterMatt Lets just start off broad here When Probst is standing there at the start of the season announcing the twist and your designation as a Healer, were you happy with it? Age: 29 ", The contestant also reveals her final 3 as well what led up to that latest vote. Also, one castaways paranoia and overconfidence risks leading them to their downfall, on SURVIVOR, Wednesday, Oct. 12 (8:00-9:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network, and available to stream live and on demand on Paramount+. Exactly but why not me, right? Show No Mercy One tribe makes a strategic decision in this weeks immunity challenge that sends another tribe to tribal council. "Then it became very apparent. I'm also super proud of myself and my tribe's ability to win so many challenges though that did not help any of us in the end. I was like, No way! Again, unfortunately, sucks for me, that I was not in the majority. Entertainment Weekly may receive compensation for some links to products and services on this website. Again, it sucks to win. One of my biggest personality strengths is being likeable and able to entertain a crowd! (Laughs.) How hes playing is who he is. Making a splash: A deep dive into the live-action Little Mermaid with a new generation's Ariel. Shes just like, Whats up, Jess? And Im like, Whatcha dooooing? Anyway! But since that didn't happen, I would say my proudest moment was my ability to have actual relationships with others on the island that I still have today. WebAge: 29. Was it a showmance? ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY: First off, what have you been up to since appearing on Survivor? Heres your chance to tell your side of the story. But you know what? I would have totally ended the showmance if my life depended on it . Of course, Dr. Mike and I formed a really good alliance at Yawa [at the tribe swap] after Cole went into his whole debacle of stealing food. Hes a character, and a good one. Photo: CBS 2022 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Still, Jessica, who openly discussed her virginity and lack of relationship experience, continued to play with Cole, and declared that she wanted a date after her Jessica Johnston regrets not searching for idols on 'Survivor' So huge regrets on my end. You don't even think about saving yourself and there are things I think I could have done if I had even suspected myself at all and I didn't. Then we have Ben going at it with Chrissy, which really wasnt portrayed a lot [on the show]. Jessica Johnston became the seventh castaway sent home in Survivor: Heroes vs. Healers vs. Hustlers when the 29-year-old nurse practitioner from Louisville, WebWhat is your favorite piece of Survivor trivia that would be considered "mildly interesting?" Bravo for her, stinks for me. She never says, Hey girlfriend! (Laughs.) Again, good for her. What's your reason for being on Survivor? 7 We both leave seemingly different lives, obviously different states and have a lot of things going on. WebJessica Johnston/Instagram. Always. I specifically remember a moment I had with Lauren, the day of the merge. Definitely pegged her as a threat. JESSICA JOHNSTON (MATIS): Besides missing the game every day, I've been up to a lot. Exclusive: Jessica Johnston on dating Cole Medders after Copyright 2023 Meredith Corporation. The one where EW follows up with the cast. Who's one player from another Survivor season you wish you could have played with or against and why? And I love her. I loved the part where Lauren was trying to tell Ben: Listen, we have a good thing with this new Yawa. What do you do? WebIn our latest Survivor season 35 interview Jessica Johnston discusses her game play, being eliminated at the merge, and of course Cole. Hiding in Plain Sight As the tide rises and falls, castaways hold their breath to find out who will win the immunity challenge. Not a bad group to see new parts of the world with, even if all seven would most certainly rather be in the hunt for the million dollars. Unfortunately, the relationship between Joe and I didnt really make much of the edit, because we kept winning [challenges on the Healers tribe]. Here are a few highlights. 'Survivor' host Jeff Probst explains Season 41's big finale changes, including pre-filmed winner reveal! Was it a good job by the Heroes-Hustlers alliance then, that they really made you feel like it was Cole or somebody else? Photo: CBS 2022 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Still, Jessica, who openly discussed her virginity and lack of relationship experience, continued to play with Cole, and declared that she wanted a date after her elimination. Kane Fritzler and Carson Garrett on 'Survivor 44', Two Dorky Magnets Tribes must snake their way toward the win for immunity and reward. And you can include Jessica Johnston in that camp. The 50 greatest TV and movie detectives of all time. Who did you feel was really running the show on the Healers tribe? SURVIVOR SHOWMANCE COUPLES: WHERE ARE THEY NOW? Youre confusing love and Survivor. But at the same time, Im totally confused. Hobbies: Personal training and all things outdoors and fun. Are you being serious right now? The Amazing Race Couples: Where are they now? I could win Miss Congeniality of Survivor if there was such an award. Probably Andrea Boehlke. Also, one castaway will spy something hidden in plain sight, on SURVIVOR, Wednesday, Nov. 30 (8:00-9:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network, and available to stream live and on demand on Paramount+. Im just really open. My other two members of the new Yawa, Ben and Lauren I knew Ben was partly defected. Exclusive: Devon Pinto talks 'Survivor' -- I saw my faceoff with Ben Driebergen as an epic opportunity! So Im assuming that you want to go back and play again. Bravo. Total downfall. Lauren and I had built this really tight thing on Yawa which again, wasnt shown, because we kept winning. Pictured (L-R): Tribe Baka: Owen Knight, Sami Layadi, Mike 'Gabler' Gabler and Tribe Vesi: Noelle Lambert, Dwight Moore, Jesse Lopez, Cody Assenmacher. Occupation: Nurse Practitioner That was the first time that I was like, 'Oh, whoa. We all want to be careful about what we say at Tribal, because we all want to go back to the island and play the game. I loved every dynamic of the game. Heroes vs. Healers vs. Hustlers This is not the time or place to be saying these things!. It was really easy for the old Hustlers to be like were going to get out the strong players because theyre weak as snot. Though the new majority initially planned to target Cole or Joe, they eventually decided to vote against Jessica, believing her to be the least likely to possess a Hidden Immunity Idol. This website has been solely developed and presented by Reality TV World, and is in no way authorized or connected with any network, station affiliate, or broadcasting sponsor. Jessica got married on March 30, 2019.All of Jessica's Soko tribemates, as well as some others, attended the wedding. He would have been a threat all the way to the end, and I feel like I could have defended myself in the Final Three against him. Speaking with Jeff Probst this week, he said: I think [Jessica] will make a case to play again in a second chance season and I think shed be strongly considered. Do you have that case ready, Jessica? Hobbies: Each weekday, EW will post the answers from a different player. The biggest threat I saw out there was Chrissy, and I knew Ben was leading a pack. as Jessica Johnston became the Was there culture shock or an adjustment? The feast, the getting-to-know-you of it all . Dr. Mike wasslightlynot great physically, but definitely a brainiac. The reason I was plan B at the merge is because Chrissy threw my name out with Coles. There were so many different dynamics at play, but [before the merge] I felt like I was forming sub-alliances within a really huge powerhouse alliance. So Jessica didn't find love or money on Survivor, but that doesn't mean she's not willing to try again. Its good to have the sub-alliance within your bigger alliance. I knew I had built a great bond with my tribe, and I assumed no one else saw me as a threat. For our full review of last nights episode, head over to the link here! Do you think it would have benefited you to be separate from Cole at the Tribe Swap? Were playing Survivor, and youre saying sweet nothings in my ear? Someone was like, Jessica, would you have really written his name down? Are you kidding me? So at the merge, I knew I had a pretty tight relationship with Lauren, not so much with Ben.". I knew I had Mike. If you could have three things on the island, what would they be and why? Is the heat on me? But I didnt think it was. Jessica began the season on the Soko tribe. However, she was voted out at Solewa's first Tribal Council after speculation about the possibility of Joe Mena having a Hidden Immunity Idol emerged, causing her to barely miss out on the jury. Current Residence: Louisville, Ky. (Laughs.) Showmances never work. And look what the freak I did. It hurt, but I give [Lauren and Ben] both a hand clap for the decision they made," Jessica admitted. Why can't I find love and money? 'Survivor' alum Ricard Foye announces separation from husband Andy Grier Foye, 'Survivor' Couples Now: Where are they now? I mean, I obviously had more strategy than what was shown, and I wish fans could have seen that. You never know! So when I watched last night, it truly made my heart happy to see that she really tried to stick with us. Youre killing everybody! In that moment I was just like Jeff is on point per usual. Copyright 2023 Meredith Corporation. They have shown me what true love means as well as the value of family and having a relationship with Christ. But who doesnt have that at times? Next would be a swiss army knife so I can cut things like wood, food, and clothes. Whats the biggest thing you would change? What were your thoughts on the landscape of the game, going into the merge? Can you size up the competition for me, the people on the other side of the vote the new players on your radar: Chrissy, Ryan and Devon? How was the merge in general? Jeff Probst, get ready. It got to the point where I was like, Oh, God, he's the best person for me, He's a shield. Also, paranoia starts to set in as a looming suspicion becomes the elephant in the room, and lines are drawn in the sand at tribal council, on SURVIVOR, Wednesday, March 8, (8:00-9:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network, and available to stream live and on demand on Paramount+. Devon didnt talk a lot. While her journey didn't last as long as she hoped, she still treasures her experience on the island, noting that "I had an absolute blast." Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. However, with Ben and Lauren voting against her, Jessica was blindsided in a 7-5 vote. What is your proudest moment ever from playing Survivor? All of those feelings got super mixed up, because obviously there's an attraction there. 90 Day Fiance Before the 90 Days Couples: Where are they now? (Laughs.). He was never with someone who was like Joe, youre acting like a fool and youre going to get us voted out. I like to think that I could have been that. The 50 greatest TV and movie detectives of all time. American Idol 21: Oliver Steele saved by Katy Perry! I would sell her [to go back on Survivor]," she said. No. For the first day after the merge we had this period of time where everyone was like one big happy family and hugging each other. The Rookie season 6: Will a 9-1-1 crossover happen? Pictured (L-R): Tribe Baka: Owen Knight, Sami Layadi, Mike 'Gabler' Gabler and Tribe Vesi: Noelle Lambert, Dwight Moore, Jesse Lopez, Cody Assenmacher. I think I definitely could have defended myself against him. For anyone who knows me they know that I dont just float into any relationship, so to be a part of an alliance / showmance was really funny for me. I made best friends, and I hooked up with an eight-pack. I love how people are like, 'Kick him to the curb!' Hometown: Cape Girardeau, Mo. Really, everything you see as a viewer happens on the island. With Cole and Ben, Ben wanted Cole out so the whole merge, I was consumed with trying to get my boys under control. And Im not making any best friends! Clearly, I should have been arguing! So, theres that. 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Probably Andrea Boehlke. Three words to describe you: Tenacious, congenial, and adventurous. Definitely still see him and talk to him, but definitely more friend zoning it. Survivor: The Most Iconic Failed Showmances - Screen Rant Maybe Ill be like a Joe. Exclusive: Mike Zahalsky talks 'Survivor' -- Why I voted for Chrissy Hofbeck and thought I could win the game. I wasnt even on a tribe with her before the merge, but there werent good vibes coming from her. The couple loved to talk on the beach and go fishing together, and they were viewed as a power couple by their fellow castaways. In the same breath, my sanguine personality always stands out as being a super-social optimist, which will give me favor with the other players. Did you feel that way out there, and how were you able to balance so much information coming to you from different people without ever blowing up your spot? Strangers starve themselves on an island for our amusement in the hopes of winning $1 million, as host Jeff Probst implores them to "Dig deep! Ive watched Survivor before. I only really had one full day with these people, but I will say I hate to say Im an expert at women, but I feel like I am. That's what stinks is that my craziness was not able to come to fruition. I can relate to thinking that the world is at my fingertips, but really I don't like to compare myself to others. (Laughs.) This vote ended her run onSurvivorin a surprising way, especially given that earlier in this same episode she referred to herself as the Queen Bee and for good reason given that she had done a good job building relationships and being insulated from all sides. TV Show network CBS genre Reality Jessica Johnston wanted it all. Like, that's not what love is. People who love each other do not steal peanut butter from each other, nor do they lie!' I never got the opportunity to be a crazy blonde, which I would have been in that moment. Lauren, however, I felt very confident in. I was surrounded by love, community, and friends. "I'm really embarrassed that I [called myself a Queen Bee], because I think that anybody who has watched the game, they eye rolled. I was unable to shut my personality down, I aligned with Cole, I made best friends and I got voted out. 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Survivor: Jessica says she and Cole are 'currently in a However, I had hoped that I had built enough confidence in him that he would have sided with me.