Bret LaBelle

Bret LaBelle was born on August 20, 1973, in Dedham, Massachusetts, USA. He established a career as a police sergeant prior to his entry into reality television. In 2016, LaBelle gained public recognition as a contestant on the reality television series “Survivor: Millennials vs. Gen X.” He participated in 14 episodes of the season, initially aligning with the Takali Tribe before becoming part of the Ikabula and Vinaka Tribes. His journey on the show concluded as part of the Vinaka Tribe and the jury. During his time on “Survivor,” LaBelle openly shared details of his personal life, including coming out as gay, which garnered significant media attention and was a notable moment within the show’s history.

Following his appearance on “Survivor,” LaBelle continued his involvement in reality television. In 2019, he competed on “The Amazing Race,” appearing in 10 episodes as a contestant. His media presence extended to podcasting, where he began co-hosting “In the Drunk Tank with Bret and Larry,” a podcast that commenced in 2019. The podcast focuses on discussions related to reality TV, travel, vacation experiences, and various pop culture topics. He also appeared in media projects, including the short film “Second Thought” and the music video “Stanchris: Chase feat. Asteria,” both released in 2024, where he featured as himself.

Throughout his career, LaBelle has utilized his platform to engage with audiences on personal and public topics, reflecting on his experiences on competitive shows and contributing to discussions around LGBTQ+ representation in media. His progression from a law enforcement professional to a public figure on reality television and later as a podcast host demonstrates a diversified career path.