God, I cant believe they showed that. Where are they now? I made great friends with Roark and Desi and we talked about making a womens alliance, which was great. MORE SURVIVOR: HEROES VS. HEALERS VS. HUSTLERS NEWS. I was like, No way! It's amazing that even in a game full of lies, mistrust, and backstabbing you can really sense who is going to be loyal to a point because as we all know, loyalty will not always get you to the end. 90 Day Fiance Before the 90 Days Couples: Where are they now? Jeff Probst and the cast of 'Survivor 43'. Subscribe for full access to The Hollywood Reporter. 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. To know that this was true to his heart, because it was true to mine, that he wouldve taken me as far as he could was awesome. When I watched the episode last night, the one thing I was surprised about and the one thing I didnt have closure on was at what point did Ben and Lauren decide they were not going to choose to play with me? They have worked hard and excelled in education and careersshowing me that hard work pays off. Has the '90 Day Fiance: The Other Way' couple split up? He was never with someone who was like Joe, youre acting like a fool and youre going to get us voted out. I like to think that I could have been that. Has it been strange to have to deal with so many questions about your relationship status? It was so confusing. I saw it. Survivor Season 35: Jessica Johnston Tells Her Side of the Cole Story The nurse practitioner speaks with The Hollywood Reporter about her 'Survivor' experience. Were playing Survivor, and youre saying sweet nothings in my ear? She shouldve been in a great spot! This is not good. Then Cole makes a comment, something like, My boy has my back. In that moment, I went, Well, there you go. WebIn our latest Survivor season 35 interview Jessica Johnston discusses her game play, being eliminated at the merge, and of course Cole. 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 don't own a lot. He doesn't have a kid or anything. No regrets, though no actually, kind of alot(laughs). Of course, Dr. Mike and I formed a really good alliance at Yawa [at the tribe swap] after Cole went into his whole debacle of stealing food. They both have devoted their lives to helping others. (Laughs.) this link is to an external site that may or may not meet accessibility guidelines. Just epic. We were so tight. Jessica Johnstonand Cole Medderswere completely infatuated with each other on Survivor. It ultimately kept the blinders on myself, and I was unaware of what everyone else was doing. 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. Of course, if we had been able to play the game together, who knows what would have happened with us? I thrived on the experience and challenges. Heroes vs. Healers vs. Hustlers I literally had three desserts that day. If I even had an inclination it was my name, I would have been a total crazy person. The queen bee. Entertainment Weekly may receive compensation for some links to products and services on this website. By signing up, you agree to our Though the new majority initially planned to target Cole or Joe, they eventually decided to vote against Jessica, believing her to be the least likely to possess a Hidden Immunity Idol. We legit had something, which is awesome. All of that strategy proved to be worthless, because I still got voted out! He cant have two women in his life, right? I would sell her to a good home if I got the opportunity to play Survivor again. & 2023 CBS Studios Inc. and CBS Interactive Inc., Paramount companies. Which Survivor contestant are you most like? All of those feelings got super mixed up, because obviously there's an attraction there. What's something that will blow fans' minds that happened in your season but never made it to TV? I applaud all of them. It was intentional not to do what I did, so guess what happens? 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. "If I play again, I'm going to be Joe. Um, you know. My other two members of the new Yawa, Ben and Lauren I knew Ben was partly defected. SURVIVOR SHOWMANCE COUPLES: WHERE ARE THEY NOW? ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY: First off, what have you been up to since appearing on Survivor? Highest quality screengrab available. "Like, there was no escape for me. Definitely a big threat there. [Lauren] obviously made a better decision for her game, which was going with the majority. Which showmance couples broke up? In those situations I was always like all right, guys. Thats why Im so glad were talking about this. ", According to Jessica, she and Cole have met up "multiple times" off the island -- but are "definitely in the friend zone. Whats the agent called that goes rogue? I don't like to be tied down, but I own a dog. Its utter chaos. I wasnt even on a tribe with her before the merge, but there werent good vibes coming from her. Walk me through Tribal Council your first and only, tragically. Jessica got married on March 30, 2019.All of Jessica's Soko tribemates, as well as some others, attended the wedding. Hobbies: Personal training and all things outdoors and fun. Anything that Cole was doing I was making excuses for and I was cleaning up his trash. I was like, Oh God. Like, thank you! I was constantly thinking those things. I'm going to be the villain," Jessica said with a laugh. I mean, I eye rolled when I saw that. 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. The hardest thing was just regretting not making it farther in the game. Still very confusing, actually. What's your personal claim to fame? 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. The 50 greatest TV and movie detectives of all time. He was a surfer dude: Come with me, be my friend. Ryan was super sweet. 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. Pictured (L-R): Helen Li, Carson Garrett, and Yamil "Yam Yam" Arocho. I wanted to make sure Ben forgives Cole. Thats what it was. The Bachelor Franchise Couples: Who is still together? The hangriness was legit. Can you size up the competition for me, the people on the other side of the vote the new players on your radar: Chrissy, Ryan and Devon? Dancing with the Stars Couples: Who is dating or married to whom? Lets play out some hypotheticals. Again, it sucks to win, right? 'OK, no. I wouldn't make any change. "I try not to own things. People scrambling, people acting like total fools, people going to the people they think they trust and now theyre remerged back with their old tribes, trying to figure out what happened in their old tribes? (Laughs.) Welcome toThe Hollywood ReportersSurvivor: Heroes vs. Healers vs. Hustlersregular season coverage! The couple loved to talk on the beach and go fishing together, and they were viewed as a power couple by their fellow castaways. Thats what I feel wasnt shown me going, Hold up, wait a minute. He's totally clean," she announced. Get ready, Survivor.". (Joe did end up playing one.). Gisele Bndchen Attends the 2023 Met Gala Solo for the First Time Since 2007, Anna Wintour and Bill Nighy Make Red Carpet Debut at 2023 Met Gala, Everything to Know About the 2023 Met Gala Honoring Karl Lagerfeld, The 15 Best Mother's Day Gift Ideas for Grandma That Show You Care, 15 Best Star Wars Day 2023 Deals on Amazon Right Now. Offers may be subject to change without notice. ", "Walking into the merge, I knew I had Dr. Mike, Cole and myself. The Bachelorette Couples: Where are they now? 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. I know I was! I'm looking for the time of my life! Jessica Johnston is a contestant from Survivor: Heroes vs. Healers vs. Hustlers. Occupation Everything dramatically changes, which is why it is so heartbreaking not to make it further than what I did. I am driven by failures, challenges, and goals. Is this real? Photo: CBS 2022 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved. It just came up on the show. I felt it. Really, everything you see as a viewer happens on the island. 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 When I feel like somethings wrong, I say it. The Tribal Council was totally chaotic. 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. If I had not been so consumed with making sure Ben didnt want to vote out Cole. That sucks. All site content is 2000-2019 Reality TV World and may not be republished or reproduced without Reality TV World's expressed written permission. Whom do you still talk, text, or email with from your season? If any of us needed anything, I know each of us would be there. Jessica Johnston regrets not searching for idols on 'Survivor' Big Brother Showmance Couples: Where are they now? She made a good call. How do I get out of this? Lets talk about Cole. But in that moment, I knew something was up. That's not what my parents taught me. Obtaining my doctorate in Nursing before the age of 28 and creating a health and wellness brand "Belovist." Are you being serious right now? I knew that I could not trust him because he wholeheartedly wanted Cole out. Definitely pegged her as a threat. Then he was with Alan, who was kind of a crazy person too, and Ashley, who doesnt have a strong voice, and Devon, who was blowing with the wind. Dancing with the Stars Couples: Who is dating or married to whom? That was an inner conflict I had. Nobody had a good vibe on Chrissy. My tribe, the Healers. Im super assertive. So, that was the dynamic in my life at the merge: getting my boys under control. I think I would play it a lot differently for sure." ", Jessica Johnston on 'Survivor: Heroes v. Healers v. Hustlers', Ashley Nolan, Chrissy Hofbeck, and Jessica Johnston on 'Survivor: Heroes v. Healers v. Hustlers'. Author: Mike Bloom. What's your reason for being on Survivor? No doubt in my mind that the five Healers would join together, period. Jessica Johnston and Cole Medders were completely infatuated with each other on Survivor. First it would be baby powder because it makes my hair do incredible things and brightens up the face. But you know what? On January 19, 2023, Jessica announced her pregnancy on Instagram. I can relate to thinking that the world is at my fingertips, but really I don't like to compare myself to others. And I made best friends. There is no curb to be tossed to!" Again, unfortunately, sucks for me, that I was not in the majority. Has the '90 Day Fiance: The Other Way' couple split up? Also, be sure to like us on Facebook for some more news on this show and everything we cover. I didn't have a hard time adjusting coming home. I was like, Dude, we didnt have a choice but to [include] Ben! I had an absolute blast. Pet peeves: Any and all can openersthey just don't work. Jessica seemed hopeful, however, their flame may reignite one day if the stars align. First it would be baby powder because it makes my hair do incredible things and brightens up the face. All logos and trademarks presented are property of their respective owner. "There's a lot of good people who love Bichons, and I would be like, 'Yeah, take my dog. Three words to describe you: Tenacious, congenial, and adventurous. Bravo, Joe. Jessica Johnston and Cole Medders were completely infatuated with each other on Survivor. If youre feeling Ben and Chrissy are close, why vote for Chrissy if you need Bens vote? So, I got screwed. Warning: spoilers ahead for season 35, episode seven. Youre killing everybody! Obviously, heartbroken that Lauren and Ben did not come with us. There was a lot of controversy between Joe and Chrissy as well. Jeff Probst, get ready. I mean, I obviously had more strategy than what was shown, and I wish fans could have seen that. There were so many different dynamics at play, but [before the merge] I felt like I was forming sub-alliances within a really huge powerhouse alliance. Definitely still see him and talk to him, but definitely more friend zoning it. I remember thinking she is not OK. She is not OK. She does not like competition from other women. It wasnt in my head! By visiting this site, you consent to have cookie data stored. And it is amazing how I can envision myself playing and what I would do different. However, I had hoped that I had built enough confidence in him that he would have sided with me. . Probably Andrea Boehlke. Did you ever expect that? It was instead about Ben and Lauren trying to convince me and Mike that we needed to get rid of Cole. My biggest regret was not assessing I had enemies. She made a really good play by choosing to blindside me and going with what everyone else wanted. Whats the pitch for a second shot at Survivor? Unfortunately, I was too busy protecting everyone else, which is what I felt like I had been doing since day one. I watched this game and I knew I was not getting into a showmance. So those were two of my top two people. ", On what she would have done if she knew she was the target:"I would have been a crazy person! I do not remember that coming out of my mouth. This incident made Jessica reaffirm her loyalty to Cole, realizing that she did not want to play the game without a tight ally in him.