What's something that will blow fans' minds that happened in your season but never made it to TV? If you could have three things on the island, what would they be and why? Who knows what would have happened. Lauren, however, I felt very confident in. They both have devoted their lives to helping others. ", According to Jessica, she and Cole have met up "multiple times" off the island -- but are "definitely in the friend zone. I was like, Dude, we didnt have a choice but to [include] Ben! I was unaware of the bond between Devon and Ashley, what was Ryan thinking, and a lot of other things. Was there ever a point either during the game or after you got back where you regretted going on the show? Visit our, Survivor: Heroes vs. Healers vs. Hustlers interview: Jessica Johnston, Survivor: Heroes vs. Healers vs. Hustlers, American Idol 21: Ed Sheeran, Alanis Morissette to guest judge. Jessica Johnston became the seventh castaway sent home in Survivor: Heroes vs. Healers vs. Hustlers when the 29-year-old nurse practitioner from Louisville, Current Residence: Louisville, Ky. Well, my typical lingo. Married at First Sight Couples: Who is still together. However, when I think about my relationship with Cole I was unable to fix him, so maybe Im not as good as I thought I was (laughs). (Laughs.). I am part of this blindside.' Current Residence: Louisville, Ky. . What do you do? And you can include Jessica Johnston in that camp. Exactly but why not me, right? (Laughs.) Maybe a twelve-pack, but not an eight-pack. Doesnt want to go up against another woman, and if she feels another woman is causing her threat, she will do what she can to remove the threat. ", "He doesn't have secrets. The Hollywood Reporter is a part of Penske Media Corporation. Was there culture shock or an adjustment? Dancing with the Stars Couples: Who is dating or married to whom? That's not what my parents taught me. 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. Adaptation of U.K. Late Night Show Mock the Week for Amazon Freevee, Donald Trump to Return to CNN for Primetime Town Hall Event, Gay U.S. Marine Drama From Norman Lear a Go at Netflix, TV Premiere Dates 2022: The Complete Guide, Broadcast TV Unscripted Scorecard 2022: Whats New, Renewed and Canceled, TV Pilots 2022: The Complete Broadcast Guide, The Definitive Voice of Entertainment News. Louisville, Kentucky He just showed his idol. I wanted to make sure Joe and Cole were still good. Of course the money, adventure, and opportunities to challenge myself physically, emotionally, and spiritually in ways that I haven't been challenged before. I do think that it was portrayed pretty positively and I dont think its a big subject, but its who I am. After winning the Reward Challenge that day, Jessica found an advantage in her chip bag, which allowed her to prevent a player from voting at the next Tribal Council. Thats what Jessica Johnson felt like going into Features Golden Globes 2018: Kit The Rookie season 6: Will a 9-1-1 crossover happen? Was it worth it for the Thunder From Down Under? Entertainment Weekly may receive compensation for some links to products and services on this website. Bottom line is, he did not write my name down at the merge, so I did something right. The couple loved to talk on the beach and go "I try not to own things. One of my biggest personality strengths is being likeable and able to entertain a crowd! SURVIVOR SHOWMANCE COUPLES: WHERE ARE THEY NOW? Jessica Johnston regrets not searching for idols on 'Survivor' I think most who get the privilege to play want to leave an impression that they left it all on the island, and they played wise and strategically perfect. We learned that when the eliminated Jessica called into EW Morning Live (Entertainment Weekly Radio, SiriusXM, channel 105), and you can now hear the entire interview on the EW Morning Live podcast. How do I get out of this? In that moment I was just like Jeff is on point per usual. JESSICA JOHNSTON (MATIS): Besides missing the game every day, I've been up to a lot. Im good. Jessica and Cole's showmance at first seemed like something out of a fairy tale (if fairy tales were set in Fiji, with a bunch of Americans who haven't showered in weeks fighting for $1 million) -- but took a turn as Cole proved he couldn't keep a secret, or jive with the rest of the group. Highest quality screengrab available. I don't like to be tied down, but I own a dog. 90 Day Fiance Couples: Where are they now? You mentioned before, something happened between Ben and Chrissy at Tribal can you elaborate on that? What were your thoughts on the landscape of the game, going into the merge? Making a splash: A deep dive into the live-action, subscribe on iTunes right here to listen on the go. I wish I could remember details of that night. The bond others saw through the screen was real. So Jessica didn't find love or money on Survivor, but that doesn't mean she's not willing to try again. (Laughs.) Why cant a showmance be something wonderful? After six Tribal Councils, the castaways of season 35 merged into a single unit in this weeks episode, kicking off the individual portion of the game. [Lauren] obviously made a better decision for her game, which was going with the majority. What's your reason for being on Survivor? as Jessica Johnston became the 'Survivor: Heroes vs. Healers vs. Hustlers' votes out Desi Williams after Tribal Council tie! 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! Shes just like, Whats up, Jess? And Im like, Whatcha dooooing? Anyway! Were playing Survivor, and youre saying sweet nothings in my ear? All logos and trademarks presented are property of their respective owner. Photo: Robert Voets/CBS 2022 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved. I think I definitely could have defended myself against him. I kept saying I wanted to align with a villain pre-game; I actually think I couldve played a lot of my game on my own and not had a connection with a Cole. Also, be sure to like us on Facebook for some more news on this show and everything we cover. I do it a lot. I was telling somebody about this earlier when I was talking about how I supremely screwed myself. unless I really thought we could get married. Why can't this happen to me? Version He's OK.", EXCLUSIVE: 'Survivor's Simone Nguyen on 'Sh***ing in the Ocean' and Her Season of 'Hotties'. I was surrounded by love, community, and friends. The Louisville, Kentucky, native ended up with neither after being blindsided on Wednesday night's episode. ", On if she would return to play again:"I would drop anything to play again. Exclusive: Desi Williams talks 'Survivor' -- I don't think voting me out was the smart move, but I'm flattered. That was an inner conflict I had. I end relationships all the time aka Im single. My other two members of the new Yawa, Ben and Lauren I knew Ben was partly defected. Had I known that my name was out there, I would have told them to play their idol for me. Nobody had a good vibe on Chrissy. I just remember thinking: Im glad Im not the one having to argue tonight. Unfortunately, the relationship between Joe and I didnt really make much of the edit, because we kept winning [challenges on the Healers tribe]. I was constantly thinking those things. The couple loved to talk on the beach and go We sent a Survivor Quarantine Questionnaire to a batch of former players to fill out with their thoughts about their time on the show as well as updates on what they've been up to since. 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. I watched that, and I was like, Oh my God. Im not joking. Jessica Johnston had herself a pretty great run on Survivor: Heroes vs. Healers vs. Hustlers, making it all the way to the merge without ever going to Tribal Again, I think that was a downfall for the Healers. I didn't have a hard time adjusting coming home. 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. Lets talk about Cole. I mean, I obviously had more strategy than what was shown, and I wish fans could have seen that. Healers v. Hustlers: Jessica Johnston Gets Her Survivor Slug Salted. There will be no hooking up with an eight-pack. Again, unfortunately, sucks for me, that I was not in the majority. She made a really good play by choosing to blindside me and going with what everyone else wanted. Why can't this be my story?'" I was like, 'You're an idiot! If any of us needed anything, I know each of us would be there. Cole would say these wonderful things in my ear. 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+. Heroes vs. Healers vs. Hustlers Contestants, Survivor: Heroes vs. Healers vs. Hustlers, https://www.facebook.com/jessica.johnston.1840/about?lst=100000038483476%3A51804635%3A1508427705, https://www.cbs.com/shows/survivor/cast/215716/, https://m.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10102493953639229&id=51804635&set=pb.51804635.-2207520000..&source=42, https://www.reddit.com/r/survivor/comments/b4naes, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. How do things like that come up? Once it came up, it just kept going. I knew that Ben was slightly defected because I knew how much he favored Chrissy. I knew I had built a great bond with my tribe, and I assumed no one else saw me as a threat. Jessica Johnston had herself a pretty great run onSurvivor: Heroes vs. Healers vs. Hustlers,making it all the way to the merge without ever going to Tribal Council. For our full review of last nights episode, head over to the link here! Survivor Season 35: Jessica Johnston Tells Her Side of the Cole Story The nurse practitioner speaks with The Hollywood Reporter about her 'Survivor' experience. We dont need to break it. I was like, Thats my girl! What I should have done was say, Screw all of you. I would have leaned over to Mike and I would have said, You have got to play that idol for me. I hope he would have. On Day 9, Jessica was switched to the Yawa tribe during a Tribe Switch, along with Cole and Mike Zahalsky. Obviously, that did not work out for me. Whats the pitch for a second shot at Survivor? Was the shows depiction of your relationship with Cole fair to you? Entertainment Weekly is a registered trademark of Meredith Corporation All Rights Reserved. Probably Andrea Boehlke. Gallery People who love each other do not steal peanut butter from each other, nor do they lie!' 2023 The Hollywood Reporter, LLC. He is a mole! The relationship we had on the island was uber-confusing in my head. Theres no way they would have infiltrated and Im not sure why I keep saying infiltrated, maybe its because I watched that Navy SEAL show last night. What do you call a defected, rogue agent? Hometown I can relate to thinking that the world is at my fingertips, but really I don't like to compare myself to others. Was playing the game at the merge as crazy as you expected? Its good to have the sub-alliance within your bigger alliance. I don't think I would have been able to beat Dr. Mike had I gone to the end with him. I want to get some context for how you viewed everything at this point in the game. She immediately told Cole and Mike of her advantage, but Cole again violated her trust after he told outsiders Ben Driebergen and Lauren Rimmer about it. "Unfortunately, I read a lot of things about Cole and my relationship and how it was ruining my game, but that's not how I felt on the island. I did exactly what I told myself I wouldnt do. Again, it sucks to win. I tend to do that in life. How about Coles shenanigans with the cinnamon sticks and the hanger management was that widely felt among the other players, and if so, was it something you thought would be beneficial for you down the line? Im just sitting there thinking, Thank God its not me. I really just wanted to protect my game. Unfortunately, to be honest, as a girl, we all want to hear these kinds of things from someone we think we might like in real life. I wasnt making it up! How do you feel about the edit you got on the show? I find players like her intriguing. Maybe Ill be like a Joe. I'm looking for the time of my life! Bravo. Occupation: Nurse Practitioner Jessica Johnstonand Cole Medderswere completely infatuated with each other on Survivor. All site content is 2000-2019 Reality TV World and may not be republished or reproduced without Reality TV World's expressed written permission. In this exit interview we speak more with Jessica regarding what happened after the merge, what she did right in the game, and the awkwardness that comes with having so many people ask about her personal life after growing close with Cole in the game. Due to Yawa's extensive winning streak, Jessica made the merge on Day 17, joining the new Solewa tribe. Jeff Probst and the cast of 'Survivor 43'. Pictured (L-R): Helen Li, Carson Garrett, and Yamil "Yam Yam" Arocho. Lets say this happens. But even though Cole was playing pretty ridiculously stupid, I think most of us can agree, I knew he would never write my name down. "It's really unfortunate and embarrassing to admit. It's like taking a powder bath! I can't imagine what it would have been like to play with players I grew up watching! Age: 29 Even in my adult life, I remember the wisdom and lessons they've taught me while growing up, and it keeps this scattered mind of mine on point! I think a bond that no one saw was the one between myself, Dr. Mike [Zahalsky], and Cole when our initial Healer tribe was split. 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. Mike, youre the father, and we have to take care of our baby.. I just try to be my best self! I wasnt even on a tribe with her before the merge, but there werent good vibes coming from her. Definitely a big threat there. So Im assuming that you want to go back and play again. The Louisville, Kentucky, native was so blindsided that she was still recovering from her elimination -- and soothing her shock with pizza for breakfast and ice cream for lunch. I was the one who told Cole to go to Ben and apologize for eating the cinnamon sticks. she confessed. When I left for the game someone in my family was like Jessica, dont align with the good-looking guy and dont make best friends. She's one of the five individuals whose profession helped clarify the season's theme: Jessica Johnston, a nurse practitioner from Kentucky. Soko YawaSolewa Making a splash: A deep dive into the live-action Little Mermaid with a new generation's Ariel. (PHOTOS), 'The Bachelorette' alum Ashley Hebert celebrates anniversary with boyfriend Yanni Georgoulakis, 'The Bachelorette' alum Gabby Windey confirms if she's dating 'Dancing with the Stars' pro Alan Bersten, Former 'America's Got Talent" host Jerry Springer dead at 79, The Bachelor and The Bachelorette Facebook Group. What I wish I would have considered was thinking about the relationship Joe and Desi had with Ashley and Devon. Crazy blonde is coming out. I was like, Oh God. Do I want this to actually be real enough to blow my game? Ultimately, Jessica ended up using the advantage to block Devon Pinto's vote after Levu lost the Day 11 Immunity Challenge, hoping to protect the original Soko members on the tribe. What was it like coming back to regular society after being out there? No. However, had Dr. Mike, Cole, and I not won all of the challenges after the swap, we couldve gotten either Lauren or Ben out. Dealing with a slightly broken heart. Copyright 2023 Meredith Corporation. Jessica (who got married after the show and now goes by Jessica Matis) thought her bonds with her fellow Healers would carry her through the game, but her close association with Cole Medders (who kept sharing secrets while not sharing food) eventually did her in, and she was blindsided at the merge on day 19. This video is unavailable because we were unable to load a message from our sponsors. There is so much game to be played and so many lines to cross, and unfortunately I dont get to be a part of that. There was a lot of controversy between Joe and Chrissy as well. WebAge: 29. Am I going to get defensive and say, No, I wasnt in a showmance! Absolutely not. Making a splash: A deep dive into the live-action, Keith Tollefson caught 6 sharks one morning on, Dean Kowalski on why he didn't beat Tommy Sheehan on, Ciera Eastin got facial paralysis from playing, Mike Zahalsky was given a puzzle ultimatum in. What was shown was what was said. The third person on the board from the Healers tribe is grinning ear All site content is 2000-2018 Reality TV World and may not be republished or reproduced without Reality TV World's expressed written permission. One of the reasons I think, regrettably, that it was a good move for them to take you out was because I feel like you were the glue between a lot of different people. "Like, there was no escape for me. Im super assertive. When I feel like somethings wrong, I say it. Big Brother Showmance Couples: Where are they now? Jessica Johnston is a contestant from Survivor: Heroes vs. Healers vs. Hustlers. So I didnt have a chance to really put that trust into the battlefield, you know what I mean? Jessica Johnston continues her Survivor: Heroes vs. Healers Is there any way known to mankind that someone can contain Joe? Absolutely. this link is to an external site that may or may not meet accessibility guidelines. Unfortunately, her first Tribal Council was the one where she was voted out. Who's still together? The Bachelor Franchise Couples: Who is still together? 90 Day Fiance Before the 90 Days Couples: Where are they now? Hometown: Cape Girardeau, Mo. With season 41 of Survivor delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, EW is reaching back into the reality show's past. If I even had an inclination it was my name, I would have been a total crazy person. ", Jessica Johnston on 'Survivor: Heroes v. Healers v. Hustlers', Ashley Nolan, Chrissy Hofbeck, and Jessica Johnston on 'Survivor: Heroes v. Healers v. Hustlers'. We were so tight. All logos and trademarks presented are property of their respective owner. I made best friends, and I hooked up with an eight-pack. Three words to describe you: Tenacious, congenial, and adventurous. There is no curb to be tossed to!" All Rights Reserved. I remember thinking she is not OK. She is not OK. She does not like competition from other women. 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. He doesn't have a kid or anything. 90 Day Fiance Couples: Where are they now? What can I say? How hes playing is who he is. I specifically remember a moment I had with Lauren, the day of the merge. Jessica Johnston and Cole Medders were completely infatuated with each other on Survivor. Youre confusing love and Survivor. But at the same time, Im totally confused. By signing up, you agree to our Devon didnt talk a lot. But in this situation, weve all seen and agree that Survivor continues to change. Age: 29 He was stealing food, he was acting like a crazy person, and I was like, This is amazing. Pictured (L-R): Helen Li, Carson Garrett, and Yamil "Yam Yam" Arocho. Where are they now? Who has split up and divorced? I obviously made a connection with Cole, but one alliance that I had that really wasnt shown was my connection with Joe. I can relate to thinking that the world is at my fingertips, but really I don't like to compare myself to others. Who's one player from another Survivor season you wish you could have played with or against and why? Of course the money, adventure, and opportunities to challenge myself physically, emotionally, and spiritually in ways that I haven't been challenged before. I was then like okay, Im no longer going to be Coles girlfriend. Welcome toThe Hollywood ReportersSurvivor: Heroes vs. Healers vs. Hustlersregular season coverage! Days Lasted You never know! On a similar note, do you think it wouldve benefited the Healers had another person not you, of course been voted out before the merge? Entertainment Weekly is a registered trademark of Meredith Corporation All Rights Reserved. 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+. I was very, very aware of it. Survivor: Heroes vs. Healers vs. Hustlers, SURVIVOR: HEROES VS. HEALERS VS. HUSTLERS. Jessica is the third castaway to make the merge and be voted out at the first Tribal Council they attended, following. Probably Andrea Boehlke. I never had any regrets. Clearly, I should have been arguing! Occupation The Amazing Race Couples: Where are they now? Clich My parents. Three words to describe you: Tenacious, congenial, and adventurous. The one where EW follows up with the cast. I am extremely physically and mentally resilient as well as disciplined. The pair were open on their crushes on one Jessica Johnston on Survivor themed Heroes vs. Healers vs. Hustlers. So when I watched last night, it truly made my heart happy to see that she really tried to stick with us. Sure. Is this going to ruin my game and if this is real, do I care if it ruins my game? I could win Miss Congeniality of Survivor if there was such an award![2]. Next would be a swiss army knife so I can cut things like wood, food, and clothes. Finally, a fishing pole because this girl likes to eat! It didnt dawn on me that that relationship was so broken. Despite making the merge, Jessicas elimination comes right before the jury phase of the game, sending her on an early trip with the six pre-merge players: Katrina Radke, Simone Nguyen, Patrick Bolton, Alan Ball, Roark Luskin, and Ali Elliott. And I made best friends. 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." ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY: First off, what have you been up to since appearing on Survivor? Instead, they settled on a third and less obvious choice: Jessica Johnston, nurse practitioner from Kentucky, sent packing only days after contending with the Thunder From Down Under. Each weekday, EW will post the answers from a different player. I am extremely physically and mentally resilient as well as disciplined. Jessica and Cole attempted to make theirrelationship work in the real world, but shetold Reality TV World their lives were simply going in different directions and they had intentionally "friend-zoned" each other. Was it a good job by the Heroes-Hustlers alliance then, that they really made you feel like it was Cole or somebody else? But does that really happen all the time on Survivor? Despite this, Jessica still held feelings for Cole, showing great care and concern for him after he fainted from hunger on Day 15. That was our downfall. & 2023 CBS Studios Inc. and CBS Interactive Inc., Paramount companies. hosts Ken Jennings and Mayim Bialik: "There's no imitating" Alex Trebek, The Bachelor and The Bachelorette Facebook Group. The Amazing Race Couples: Where are they now? Pictured (L-R): Tribe Baka: Owen Knight, Sami Layadi, Mike 'Gabler' Gabler and Tribe Vesi: Noelle Lambert, Dwight Moore, Jesse Lopez, Cody Assenmacher. Though Jessica was initially pleased by this revelation, she later became upset after Cole began to share the information with the other members of the tribe. Right. Jessica Johnston wraps up her exclusive Survivor: Heroes vs. Healers vs. Hustlers interview with Reality TV World -- including what's the current status of her 'Survivor' host Jeff Probst explains Season 41's big finale changes, including pre-filmed winner reveal! Current Residence: Louisville, Ky. Get ready, Survivor.". Are you playing me? In my opinion, I saw her give that aura. In that moment, I still felt we had the majority, and Chrissy was going home. Keep your mouth shut. I was like okay, Ill do that and I meant it! To keep track of our dailySurvivorQuarantine Questionnaires and get allthelatest updates, check outEW'sSurvivorhub and followDalton on Twitter. All logos and trademarks presented are property of their respective owner. Who or what is your inspiration in life? I want to say no. Number one, dont hook up with the good-looking guy. Succession Reveals Logan Roys Successor: Who Is in Charge of Waystar Royco? I knew I had Desi and I knew I had Cole. Which Survivor contestant are you most like? Exclusive: Desi Williams talks 'Survivor' -- Ben Driebergen and Chrissy Hofbeck were playing the best game! You can't blame anyone not named Ben Driebergen on Survivor: Heroes v. Healers v. Hustlers for wishing they had searched for hidden immunity idols more, especially after watching the former Marine play three idols in a row en route to winning a million dollars. Life is busy and crazy, and I wouldn't have it any other way. Season: Survivor: Heroes vs. Hustlers vs. Healers, Season 35 (2017). That was a huge mistake. He was a surfer dude: Come with me, be my friend. Ryan was super sweet.
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