survivor cook islands cast
Matthew Wilson
Updated on July 06, 2026
Fans first met the 38-year-old during the 13th season, Survivor: Cook Islands. He dominated the challenges in swimming, agility, and balance. He won five out of six individual immunity challenges and was voted the favorite player of the season. However, he came in runner-up to Yul Kwon in a 4-5 vote.
Who’s the best Survivor player of all time?
1. “Boston Rob” Mariano (Marquesas, All-Stars, Heroes vs Villains, Redemption Island) Just look at that winning smile! Boston Rob was the Sole Survivor on Survivor: Redemption Island.
Where is Yul from Survivor now?
Kwon currently resides in San Mateo, California.
Do Survivor contestants get paid?
In addition to competing for a $2 million grand prize, the contestants are reportedly offered around $35,000 to return for the reunion. While someone can earn a pretty sweet paycheck, Survivor is definitely considered one of the toughest reality shows to appear on.
What is Amanda from Survivor doing now?
Amanda married Matt Cooper in 2015 and the pair have been happily married ever since, with two young children. She was living in Los Angeles all during her time filming three seasons of Survivor, and is likely still living there with her family.
How many Survivor tribes are there?
Just like last year, the 18 all-new cast members of “Survivor 42” will start out the game on three different tribes.
Who did Ozzy lose to on Survivor?
“Survivor: Cook Islands”
The end of “Cook Islands” was the ultimate example of brains vs. brawn as the cerebral Yul Kwon beat challenge beast Ozzy Lusth in a narrow 5-4 vote.
Who voted for Yul Kwon?
In the end, Kwon beat out Ozzy Lusth and Becky Lee in a 5-4-0 vote to become the Sole Survivor, gaining the votes of Brad Virata, Candice Woodcock, Jonathan Penner, Adam Gentry, and Sundra Oakley.
Do Becky and Yul get married?
Becky at Yul’s wedding. Becky is the founder and executive director of Becky’s Fund; a national non-profit organization dedicated to the prevention and education of domestic violence. On April 18, 2009, Becky attended the wedding of Yul Kwon.
