- Mike White, the acclaimed creator of The White Lotus, is confirmed to return for the 50th season of the reality show Survivor.
- The milestone 50th season, titled "In the Hands of the Fans," is scheduled to premiere in February 2026 and will feature a cast of fan favourites.
- Survivor host and executive producer Jeff Probst explained that White's return stems from his profound interest in human behaviour, which he applies to his writing and directing.
- Probst suggested that White views the show as a unique "incubator of human behaviour," aiding his craft for projects like The White Lotus.
- White previously competed in Survivor's 37th season, "David vs. Goliath," where he finished as the runner-up.
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Survivor host reveals why he allowed The White Lotus creator Mike White to return for season 50
