June 2, 2025: Just hours before Survivor celebrated its milestone 25th anniversary on May 31, the show’s official Instagram lit up with a tribute—not to its iconic gameplay, but to global pop superstar Taylor Swift.
The timing was no coincidence. On May 30, news broke that Swift had officially regained control of her music catalog, a landmark moment in her career. To mark the occasion, Survivor’s Instagram Stories shared a hilarious and heartfelt moment from Season 46, featuring finalist Charlie Davis proving his Swiftie status.
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“He’d be so happy today 🥹🥹🥹,” the caption read, referencing Davis, who is currently off the grid filming Survivor 50: In the Hands of the Fans in Fiji—unaware of Swift’s major music win.
The moment in question came from the Season 46 “Taylor Swift vs. Metallica” segment, where Davis battled fellow castaway and Metallica mega-fan Ben Katzman to name more songs by their favorite artist. Davis reigned supreme, showing off his deep Swift knowledge and love.
Fans of both Survivor and Swift took to social media to celebrate the unexpected crossover.
Meanwhile, Survivor officially marked its 25th anniversary by posting the opening scene of Season 1, which first aired on May 31, 2000.
“We’re taking you all back to season one, episode one, opening scene. This is where it all began 🔥,” read the nostalgic caption.
Charlie Davis will return to compete in the landmark 50th season, set to premiere in spring 2026, where fans are voting on every major twist—from tribe swaps to immunity necklaces, and even whether rice and fire-making will still be in play.
With fan-favorite players, game-changing twists, and Taylor Swift moments in the mix, Survivor proves once again why it’s still one of the most beloved shows on TV.