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United States Jeff Probst is an Emmy Award-winning television presenter and producer, recognized globally as the host of the reality television series "Survivor" since 2000.
Jeff Probst serves as the host and executive producer of the globally-syndicated American reality show, Survivor, since its inception in 2000. He is also actively involved in developing show themes and engaging with the fan community.
Jeff Probst partnered with Simon & Schuster to publish his book 'SURVIVOR: FORGED BY FIRE'. This collaboration celebrates the landmark 50th season of the iconic CBS show, Survivor.
In February 2013, Probst teamed up with Christopher Tebbetts to release the first of Scholastic’s adventure series 'Stranded'. This book series is aimed at middle school students (grades 4–6) and follows the story of shipwrecked children.
Probst hosted 'The Jeff Probst Show,' a syndicated daytime talk show produced by CBS Television Distribution from September 2012 to May 2013.
Jeff Probst appeared as himself in a short film titled 'Paramount Plus: A Mountain of Entertainment - Hail Patrick' in 2024.
Jeffrey Lee Probst was born on November 4, 1961, in Wichita, Kansas. His family later relocated to Bellevue, Washington, where he graduated from Newport High School in 1979. Probst attended Seattle Pacific University before pursuing a career in television. Early in his career, he worked at Boeing’s Motion Picture/Television studio, producing and narrating marketing and training videos. He further developed his hosting skills at Seattle’s CBS affiliate KIRO, where he hosted a local gardening program. Probst’s early television experience also included hosting for FX, and serving as a correspondent for “Access Hollywood,” which involved extensive international travel. Between 1998 and 2001, he hosted the VH1 series “Rock & Roll Jeopardy!”
Probst gained widespread recognition as the host of “Survivor” (2000–present), a role he secured after actively seeking a meeting with creator Mark Burnett. His ability to elicit authentic responses from individuals impressed Burnett, leading to his selection as host. Probst has hosted all 48 seasons of “Survivor,” delivering the show’s signature catchphrase, “The tribe has spoken. It’s time for you to go,” which has become a notable pop culture reference. His work on “Survivor” earned him four Primetime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Host for a Reality or Reality-Competition Program in 2008, 2009, 2010, and 2011.
Beyond his hosting responsibilities, Probst has also engaged in filmmaking and writing. He wrote and directed the independent film “Finder’s Fee” (2001), which received critical acclaim and multiple awards, including “Best Picture” at the Seattle International Film Festival and a “Best Director” award for Probst. He also directed “Kiss Me” (2014) and authored the young adult book series “Stranded,” published by Scholastic in 2013. Additionally, Probst founded The Serpentine Project, a non-profit organization supporting youth transitioning out of foster care. He has made numerous guest appearances on various television shows and regularly filled in for Regis Philbin on “Live with Regis and Kelly.”
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