Survivor : Here’s What Really Happened During That Epic Tribal Council – TV.com
On screen, Tribal Council lasted less than seven minutes. In real life, it dragged on for over two hours. There was an out-and-out fight between Phillip and Francesca with plenty of outrageous shouting and finger-pointing. Kristina played the coward, trying desperately to look like she was on the right side of wrong. Phillip’s inability to correctly pronounce Francesca’s name was a sticking point, and there were even some silly racial remarks between the two African-American castaways. Phillip just couldn’t let it go and got hotter and hotter in his outbursts. If anything, he revealed himself as the show’s raging lunatic. This first Tribal Council could have been a special episode in and of itself, one that made you laugh, gasp and cringe all at once.
On-screen, Jeff Probst said, “This has been one of the most amazing Tribal Councils.” In real life—the poor guy was exasperated, “This is the craziest Tribal Council I have ever seen,” he said, shaking his head. Probst has overseen every Tribal Council for the past 21 seasons of Survivor, so that’s saying something. Despite his best efforts—and let me just say, he is the king of cross-examination—this Tribal Council lacked candor. Phillip quickly took over and tried to pull everyone into his world of crazy. Francesca failed to extract herself by being too quick to respond—Rob was right to say she should have kept her mouth shut. Perhaps Phillip should listen, too.
One last note: One man who understands the old saying “less is more” is David, over in Zapatera tribe. In real life, the pyramid puzzle in the physical challenge took both tribes much longer to complete. On screen, it seemed to be Russell who took charge and led the tribe to victory. In actuality, it was Dave and his exceptionally high IQ who quietly directed his teammates as they assembled the tricky puzzle. The difference with Dave is that he gave Russell credit for the victory—even high-fiving him after the two climbed back down from the pyramid. As a criminal defense lawyer, Dave understands Russell and his ego all too well. Watch this space, people—I know I am. I have no idea where this one will lead, but as last night’s premiere showed, this season might just promise a few more surprise broadsides.
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Producers wanted Russell or Rob to win but it was boring after Russell was voted off 
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15 Responses to “Survivor : Here’s What Really Happened During That Epic Tribal Council – TV.com”
By Jazz on Feb 18, 2011 | Reply
Enough of Rob, jeez, its apparent he is Jeff’s boy, but enough already.
By Deb on Feb 18, 2011 | Reply
Just Curious, Why were the tribes all given tools and materials to make a shelter?
Whatever happened to roughing it? Redemption Island, 2nd chance back? Not sure how
this season will play out, I really hope the
show doesn’t lose the “meaning” of Survivor.
By brenda few on Feb 18, 2011 | Reply
Sick of Rob and Russel. Want to see ordinary people REALLY surviving on an island–stop bringing back the hasbeens or the show will eventually fail.
By brenda few on Feb 18, 2011 | Reply
Sick of Rob and Russel. Want to see ordinary people REALLY surviving on an island–stop bringing back the hasbeens or the show will eventually fail.
By russel tupinio on Feb 19, 2011 | Reply
i think zapatera tribe is better than omatepe based on manpower
By NancyR on Feb 19, 2011 | Reply
Tribal council absolutely HILARIOUS…so happy to see Boston Rob again, but OMG, what a wacko tribe he ended up with. Hmmmm, what would Russel do with that bunch of bananas?
By Linda M on Feb 19, 2011 | Reply
Not those two again! Move on! Why were they given tools already?
By emma on Feb 19, 2011 | Reply
I love Boston Rob and Russell. I think its the ONLY reason I am watching the program now. I have only watched the ones featuring those two. Love Rob
By barrymtn on Feb 19, 2011 | Reply
I am one who thinks Rob and Russell have worn out their welcome in our living rooms. Why give 2 guys without any ethics and are just arrogant and obnoxious, more opportunities for exposure. Do you think they are good role models for your children?
By Jan on Feb 20, 2011 | Reply
I loved the premiere. Interesting what you say about David, but why did he show up in a SUIT? Did the network advise him to wear it? It made him look so silly.
Phillip is definitely crazy. Any chance that they can make the tribal council into a “special” survivor show in and of itself??? I would love to know if he really was in the “special” secret service.
Why are the guys running around in underwear?
By mcguire jones on Feb 20, 2011 | Reply
Go the heii home Boston Bean. When you get a family you get a job and stop trying to be famous for 15 minutes. Amber hide the money he has a new group of young groupies and may leave you as you are not so young and trim anymore
By You Need Their Votes on Feb 21, 2011 | Reply
Ladies and gentlemen, meet the Frankenbite.
Oh, and Jeff? Be careful what you wish for.
By CALEB GREENE on Feb 22, 2011 | Reply
Why is there always an aggravating black man trying to be the Alpha Male. And then, of course, there is the equally loud and obnoxious black female. Jesus Louise. Boston Rob and the fat mouthy-little-fat-f__k Russell, Oh my God, what are y’all thinking? I like the idea of Redemption Island, but leave the losers at home next time. Young, middle-aged, and cute. This season better get off it’s collective asses and get it in gear. Make this TV show hot!
By David on Feb 23, 2011 | Reply
I’ve been watching Survivor since it started and look forward to it every week. I love Boston Rob because he’s always got the Red Sox hat on but please stop putting people who have been on the show before and give someone else a chance. Forget Russell, he’s a @#%@#$ dope, I’m so sick of seeing him and I’m on the fence if I should watch or not.