Survivor 48 Contestants Bring Their Own Catchphrases—Will They Stick?
When it comes to “Survivor,” nobody can out-catchphrase Jeff Probst, the show’s iconic host whose memorable lines—like “The Tribe has spoken” and “Come on in!”—have become engrained in reality TV culture. But who says Probst should have all the fun? The contestants of “Survivor 48,” premiering on February 26, 2024, in the picturesque islands of Fiji, are eager to roll out their own catchphrases. Entertainment Weekly caught up with these contestants before the game kicked off, and let’s just say, they have some wild ideas!
One contestant, hailing from Liberia, plans to drop “Yeanah, yeanah, yeanah!” claiming it encapsulates excitement. Imagine that as an open door to a tribal alliance! Another participant is set to replace expletives with “ding-dong,” aiming to keep it PG while staying hilarious—after all, you don’t want to get voted out for bad language!
For some, nostalgia wins the day. A fan-favorite duo reminisced about childhood trips, planning to exclaim, “We’re here month to month!” at every new location, channeling that classic family vacation vibe. It’s both a funny nod to their past and an intriguing way to break the ice among tribe members.
Then there’s the Marvel stunt performer who’s determined to sneak in “I can do this all day,” paying homage to Captain America during endurance challenges. The ambition is real! Another player is hoping to incorporate lines from the popular video game “Valorant,” fully aware that not all lines will fit. Can you imagine hearing a catchphrase like “Hope so, hope so…” while battling for survival?
These fresh catchphrases could add a unique flair to the episode, marking a new chapter in the show’s long legacy of quotable moments. Reality TV has always relied on memorable phrases to capture viewer attention and spark water-cooler conversations, and “Survivor” is no exception. As we gear up for the season’s premiere, it’s anyone’s guess which of these phrases will catch on. Will we be saying “Yeanah, yeanah, yeanah!” at the end of a nail-biting episode? We can’t wait to find out!
Sources: Celebrity Storm Wire and Entertainment Weekly, CBS, Screen Rant
