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Jeff Probst’s First-Ever Tears on Air Bring ‘Survivor’ to a Season High of 4.5 Million Viewers


'Survivor' reached a series high of 4.5 million viewers with an emotional moment that brought even host Jeff Probst to tears.

In 25 years and 48 seasons of “ Survivor,” host Jeff Probst has never once allowed the show’s emotional highs and lows to bring him to tears on camera — until now. An unexpected moment of camaraderie between competing players brought Season 48 its most talked-about episode yet on Wednesday night, reaching a season high of 4.5 million viewers. Additionally, live-streaming on Paramount+ saw a 13% increase on the season’s current average.

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