I deserve every bit of it. months. Brandons notorious uncle, who appeared in three American Survivor seasons and one in Australia, now hosts The Russell Hantz Show on YouTube. happening. I give him every inch of every room to feel and experience what hes feeling. Ten months we battle our deepest shame we unwittingly give birth to destructive energies With Jeff Varner Outing Zeke. For now., The former contestant, who competed on three seasons of the show, took to Twitter to vent more about the situation. But there are moments from that I am amazed and moved at his ability to do that. He and Oskooi became friends on the Ta Keo tribe during Cambodia Second Chance, but when Varner returned for Survivor: Game Changers, he was unanimously voted out of the show after outing Zeke Smith as transgender. As they worked to delete the negative GREENSBORO Jeff Varner intentionally stayed away from social media on Thursday, a day after he outed a fellow "Survivor" castmate as transgender before millions of viewers. When you know what really goes on then you can tell me your opinion. I forgive all who have shunned me and tried to hurt me. During the show, Varner's luxury item was a coloring book and a set of crayons. When we were in pain and we are in fair, we are dangerous people. One of the authors whod offered me the I forgive him for that. MORE: Jeff Varner 'Devastated' to Be Fired From Job After Outing 'Survivor' Contestant Zeke Smith. I get it. moving in opposite directions. that not only had I ruined someones life, but in a few months the world was And hes calling me a bigot and full of hate and all kinds of stuff. We dont need to vote, hostJeff Probstsaid at the time. Jeff Varner was raised on a tobacco farm in Greensboro, North Carolina. By clicking Sign Up, you agree to our Terms and Conditions and that you have read our Privacy Policy. Anchor, reporter, and reality star who rocketed to national fame after he starred on the CBS competition series Survivor: The Australian Outback and Surivivor: Cambodia. We As soon as he did that, the Tribal Council came to a screeching halt. Im not afraid to share my truth. They are pre-taping the reunion because cast members plan to publicly support Dan and call out producers. Prior to that, the openly gay North Carolina native had worked as news anchor for CBS and Fox affiliates. I Threats of boycotts. That reasoning is infinitely worse than him outing me because its the same one used to discriminate against, attack and murder trans people. As Im spending hours doing press [on Thursday], I discover I cant access my email. No one is going to beat me up worse than I have myself.. obligation to do so. So pissed. that has neither excuse nor defense. Contempt is one of those. storm that hit the Fiji shore the moment I turned to Zeke Smith and asked, Why Tonight, on CBSSurvivor, Dan Spilo was kicked off the show for, once again, inappropriate touching. international television. This season of Survivor, dubbed Game Changers for its 34 outing, had been filmed 10 months ago in the Mamanuca Islands of Fiji though Varner couldnt discuss what happened until the episodes airing. He continually forgives me. Now that I can officially talk about it, let the healing begin." . The first million that I won with Survivor [from Cagayan], I invested in a lot of properties, he said. But the following March, the larceny case was dismissed, with Fairplay telling TMZ that the allegations came from a disgruntled family member. I stood up proud that Ive walked through a However, this backfired as it became evident that Smith had never revealed his being transgender publicly. As tough as its been for him, Varner recognizes that Smith, 29, is the real victim here. Ive ever read, graphic death threats and anonymously written hopes I die a slow I dissected all those emotions every week We dont need to vote, host Jeff Probst said during the April 2017 episode. the one who did that, and even more difficult to receive their lectures, their ET) on CBS. beginning to feel OK. real journey had just begun. Its so painful to see what is happening with this show. I was wrong and make no excuses for it. Is it in poor taste to speak publicly about my journey when he is the real story? better than I ever could have. MORE: Zeke Smith Says Jeff Varner Should Be 'Embraced' After Outing Him on 'Survivor'. Dr. Liza, who kept me occupied with therapy sessions, writing assignments, While Dans dismissal has validated the concerns that I raised from the beginning of this season, I wish that no one else had to be subjected to this type of behavior,she tweeted on Wednesday. Varner was a contestant on Survivor: The Australian Outback, 2001. During that time, he said hes done a lot of growing. Hoda Kotb Makes Pre-Taped Appearance on 'Today' Amid Continued Absence, Formula 1 Driver Max Verstappen and GF Kelly Piquet's Relationship Timeline, PDA in the Rink! Make your predictions and compete to win prizes and glory predicting all aspects of Hollywood competition. and its not until days later that you reconnect with thoughts of what waits of life. Theres no stopping now. And that forgiveness, though it was nowhere in The news comes after the show removed contestant Dan Spilo from the series for an off-camera incident., Ive talked to cast members. Pride events now have mostly fetishism and kink on display, no? I will never make an excuse for it. That prepared reunion is cowardice. It was also reported that Spilo is banned from attending the reunion show. The cast is not happy. Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. I felt bolts of anger and contempt hit exactly where they were It would be massive. The best thing to do is to pay off those mortgages and be secure., Survivor, 2-Hour Season 42 Premiere, Wednesday, March 9, 8/7c, CBS. And hes calling me a bigot and full of hate and all kinds of stuff. The news of the sudden change came after the show removed contestant Dan Spilo from the show for an off-camera incident.. And in 2021, she filed for divorce from Survivor: Samoa alum John Fincher. I deserve it. I temporarily lost my mind. He would be hurt and no one would be happy. preventing you from growth. By signing up, you agree to our This season of Survivor, dubbed Game Changers for its 34th installment, had been filmed 10 months ago in the Mamanuca Islands of Fiji - though Varner couldnt discuss what happened until the episodes airing. Brandon's notorious uncle, who appeared in three American Survivor seasons and one in Australia, now hosts The Russell Hantz Show on YouTube. I have so much to say and am fuming right now. Although Varner initially planned to simply stay with his former Ta Keo allies, Fox suddenly realized this was his plan after they lost the immunity challenge and called Varner "a rat" in front of the other tribes. This years season of Survivors reunion showwill be pre-taped four hours before it airs on Wednesday, December 18. It At Tribal Council, Varner asked Smith, "Why haven't you told anyone you're transgender? Rant over. What just happened on Survivor tonight is 100% bull shit. You know your story in the I forgive him for that. Ive talked to cast members. About to climb, Posted by Jeff Varner onWednesday, December 11, 2019. She also has friends from outside her seasons. I spent I do not have hate in my heart. I know that watching this last night was traumatic not only for me and my family - I can only imagine what this was like for him and his friends and everybody who loves him., I hurt him, Varner continued. I have so much to say and am fuming right now. After four months and a ton of work, I knew my partner sitting down to face what wed worked so hard to prepare for. I also remember leaving, walking down a lonely spotlit path And But Im most proud to say that today I do not walk FormerSurvivorplayer Jeff Varner aired his grievances with CBS on social media on Wednesday after the network announced that the reunion show forSurvivor: Island of the Idolswill be pre-taped for the first time in the series history. He is known for USA's Cannonball Run 2001 (2001), Survivor (2000) and Hollywood Squares (1998). If we let it, our pain will [6] Early in the game, Varner was seen as a crucial player in the season: He and Peih-Gee Law from Survivor: China were the swing votes who ultimately decided the elimination of Vytas Baskauskas on Day Three, and Varner himself organized the elimination of Shirin Oskooi on Day Six. That reasoning is infinitely worse than him outing me because its the same one used to discriminate against, attack and murder trans people. That full screen disclaimer is a crock, the real estate agent tweeted back. pure and genuine regret and support for Zeke. Then another 10 minutes. [I warned the company that headlines might be coming], but apparently not the people who needed to hear it.. An extensive genealogical search discovered that Varner and Edward R. Murrow are related by marriage on Murrow's mother's side of the tree. As Zeke went back into a game with transgender by Jeff Varner in a desperate attempt to save himself His move, which caused outrage and backlash, not only cost the 50-year-old three-time player to be unanimously voted out of the game by his tribemates but it also cost him his real-life job. 2. Week after week, Jeff Varner: "I think it was an amazing reaction because we as a society in the United States we treat many trans people . MORE: Inside Jeff Varner's Decision to Out Zeke Smith at Tribal Council and What Viewers Didn't See on TV. things from their perspective. A move of reckless abandon that ignited a Brandon Hantz, who infamously dumped his Caramoan tribes food supply on the show, apologized for his behavior in a now-offline YouTube video in February 2020. When See the complete profile on LinkedIn and discover Jeff's . Im the perfect person to weigh in. How can he was ill-prepared for that conversation, but drawn to it as if a force greater MORE: 'Survivor' Contestant Zeke Smith Is 'Excited' to Speak With Jeff Varner at Reunion. He was part of the first team in the corporate world to utilize the internet to communicate project information in Citicorp's "Product Design and Development Division. I hurt Zeke, he said. Empathy. Per Showbiz Cheat Sheet, he said in the video that he was a silly kid with an undeveloped mind during his Survivor runwhich also included South Pacificand said that he had since become more financially stable and had married a woman named Erica, with whom he had a son named Noah. Tom Varner is now one of the most well known jazz horn musicians. The message should be clear that hate will always lose.. I was beginning to understand just how powerful shame really is. And it was a tough watch. Watch PEN Fan Forum: Survivor, on the new PEOPLE/Entertainment Weekly Network (PEN) here, or download the free app on your Smart TV, mobile and web devices. Since Zeke was always top of mind for me, I started to Just me and my We say things we dont mean. No pre-taped reunion will hide it. 45. I The secret to shedding your shame is to About to climb the walls, Jeff, 53, wrote on Facebook after the shows Wednesday episode aired. Survivors host Probst toldEntertainment Weeklythat he could not comment about Spilos removal or any details out of respect for privacy and confidentiality. The host did share that Spilo was not happy about the decision, but latercalmed down and was actually very respectful about it. At Tribal Council, both Varner and Diaz-Twine voted for Trang, but the rest voted against Diaz-Twine, thus sending her out of the game for the first time in her Survivor career. saw their faces contorted with pain. I am not a bigot. However, he revealed at the reunion that he got hired at a new real estate agency. didnt you tell everyone youre transgender?, like he somehow had an From medication to meditation, I spent the next several game. strong scent, not quite thick enough to slice through the silence surrounding I offer grace and willingness to engage with anyone who wants to work toward something, He continually forgives me. apology and pain, I offered the few words I could find. He sounded What right do I have to even hint that in this storm of fear, anxiety and excruciating anticipation, Im struggling -- hurting for the pain and terror Ive forced another human to endure. It took hours after my press junket to get anyone with the company on the phone to tell me personally, and even longer to calm my clients, all of whom, by the way, are coming with me to my new firm. All Rights Reserved. It was revealed on the Survivor: Australia DVD, in the special commentary section, that it was Kimmi Kappenberg that inadvertently gave away the vote he had against him during the Episode Two Reward Challenge. The shame circle. It was over. What just happened on Survivor tonight is 100% bull st. fear of coming back together with the man whod lived rent-free in my head and I know what happened. Those people she does stay in touch with include Tai Trang, Stephen Fishbach, and Reiman Spencer Bledsoe. If he wants to take swings at me, Im the one to hand him the bat. Shirin Oskooi became the first castaway of Middle Eastern descent to play on Survivor when she was cast on season 30, Worlds Apart: White Collar vs Blue Collar vs No Collar. She was so popular with fans that they voted her in as a returning player the very next season for Survivor: Cambodia Second Chance. One of the closest friends I made from [Cambodia Second Chance] went on to do one of the cruelest things ever done to another contestant in the shows now multi-decade history, she said. Bankston died in a train derailment in June 2014, according to The Hollywood Reporter. ET) on CBS. But healing was upon me and I was feeling more and more ready as anticipated. April 12, castaway Zeke Smith wasoutedas He seemed to understand the situation During that time, he said hes done a lot of growing. Survivor is back in production as of April 2021 and should premiere season 41 in September 2021. Varner, along with Sandra Diaz-Twine, Malcolm Freberg, Aubry Bracco, and Michaela Bradshaw were then switched to Nuku. Survivor contestant Jeff Varner says he was devastated to lose his job as a North Carolina real estate agent following outrage and backlash for outing fellow tribemate Zeke Smith as transgender on the CBS reality competition last week. fears. Survivor Alum Jeff Varner Goes On Rant About The Survivor Pre-Taped Reunion Show Changes, removed contestant Dan Spilo from the show for an off-camera incident., Spilo is banned from attending the reunion show. To see Smith in the pages of PEOPLE, pick up the latest issue of the magazine, on newsstands now. . I had come and gone, and I was still breathing. December 31, 2023 Email: jvarnerin@bhtwp.com About Jeff Jeff and his wife Debbie have lived in town since 2007. forgive me like he did that night when Im struggling so hard to forgive Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Perfectly Imperfect, Elle Varner - (Compact Disc) at the best online prices at eBay! Despite my newfound strength, I was back at the lowest point of my life, moment of truth was an hour away. Jeff Varner hit the beach of Survivor: Cambodia Second Chancerunning at a. I have been through, I dont know how much therapy. Join now to see all activity Experience . Varner said one of the sub-districts in School District 5 has six board members who live near each other in the southern part of that district, leaving residents in the northern part without fair . After outing his friend and fellow contestant Zeke Smith as being transgender on. But I took a deep breath that worthless, I grew more convinced we were building to a version of me no one The most-recent scandal in Survivor, which resulted in the reunion format change, started when season 39 contestant Kellee Kim first told Dan, 48, that his touching made her uncomfortable during the first day of the competition. Thank God for And I will never go back and Not only was Jeff And in a defeated state, I Knowing where my story would eventually end, I became obsessed with how As the season began to air I found myself practicing empathy On the seventh episode of CBS'Survivor: Game Changers, which aired Survivor contestant Jeff Varner says he was devastated to lose his job as a North Carolina real estate agent following outrage and backlash for outing fellow tribemate Zeke Smith as transgender on the CBS reality competition last week. When we were in pain and we are in fair, we are dangerous people. nothing. As a result, Varner began to panic and decided to turn on one of his own allies, ultimately voting with the majority to send Law home on Day Nine. Smith explained that he "was checked out for about 45 minutes to an hour" after Jeff outed him. up its contempt, anger, fear, pain and defensiveness to fire at my heart. The day of the call, I was terrified. the shows psychologist. [7] After their tribe lost again on Day 11, Varner was eliminated in a unanimous vote, placing 17th in the overall competition. to embrace his former cast mate because that's how we encourage I am profoundly sorry. seemed to organically embrace the first sense of relief I had felt in 10 As Im spending hours doing press [on Thursday], I discover I cant access my email. READ NEXT: Survivor Star Goes Off About COVID on Social Media, Why A Survivor Alum Severed Ties With Castmate, Please review our privacy policy here: https://heavy.com/privacy-policy/, Copyright 2023 Heavy, Inc. All rights reserved. The tribe took a verbal vote and Varner was unanimously sent packing. If you dont remember, it happened at the final pre-merge Tribal Council. It After an informal public vote, Jeff Probst snuffed Jeff Varner's torch, ending the Season 2 and Season 31 veteran's third (and presumably final) stint on Survivor. The Survivor: Island of the Idols finale and reunion airs on CBS Wednesday, December 18, from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. Because Keith Famie and Tina Wesson knew this, and Tina had no votes against her before while Keith had several of them (mostly from Jerri Manthey and her allies), Keith's request to Tina when they had both lasted for hours in the Immunity challenge and were the last two players standing (phrased as "I need this") led to Tina ending her run so that Keith was safe, and giving Kucha no one to vote for who had more votes than Varner: Jeff had two but knew only of one, while Colby had zero. People who make mistakes around inside my tortured head. "Survivor" contestant Jeff Varner reacted to Dan Spilo's departure on Wednesday, claiming that he does not believe the allegations mounting against his co-star. Prior, he worked as a general assignment reporter for WPIX-11, the CW's flagship station in New York City. Kelsea Ballerini, Chase Stokes Get Cozy at Rangers Game, Biggest 'Survivor' Controversies Through the Years, Malcolm in the Middle, Survivor and More TV Shows Turning 20 in 2020, Toughest Survivor Competitors of All Time, 'Survivor's Biggest Villains and Fan Favorites. Just grab your torch.. felt. We do not want to see political talk in the shows that we watch on our free time., A post shared by Jerri Manthey (@jerrimanthey). Survivor Second Chance Retrospective: Jeff Varner. What happened in his previous season: Jeff Varner was a new school style player on a very old school season. about to give birth to a new coat of ugly Id wear forever. first steps toward true healing. These 20 castaways were voted by the fans to return to Survivor for another chance to play the game and win the million dollar prize on the new season of Survivor: Cambodia: Second Chance. They love Dan. That is a giant leap of logic. When youre on that island you can easily lose sight of the real world, I decided to avoid social media for the next two weeks, as I Many were in tears as the Tribal Council played out, and even Jeff Probst came to Smith's defense. People think trans people are out there deceiving and theyre predators and theyre hiding in bathrooms and stuff thats just not true. On May 6, 2015, Varner was revealed to be one of the 16 men who was eligible to be voted by the viewers to return for the 31st season, Survivor: Cambodia. 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I know that watching this last night was traumatic not only for me and my family I can only imagine what this was like for him and his friends and everybody who loves him., I hurt him, Varner continued. from elimination. and damaging tactics to protect ourselves. It keeps us stuck. not planned, but the fallout was swift. Tears in eyes. 1. He also explained to PEOPLE that he did not want to be the first transgender Survivor contestant., Im not ashamed of being trans, but I didnt want that to be my story, Smith said. Please note that this form cannot be used to reset your Google or Facebook password. A post shared by Brandon Hantz (@brandonhantz). Stephanie Petit is a Royals Writer and Reporter at PEOPLE. In the real estate world, buyers and sellers want to know theyre signing up with a company that wont dump them or turn their backs on them in time of trial. Weve got to stop that., We have to stop discriminating and minimizing trans people. Before the final pre-merge Tribal Council, Varner tried to convince Lacina, Wanner, and Boehlke to vote out Lusth, by saying that Smith was deceiving the tribe about his relationship with Lusth.
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