Jeremy Collins

Born in 1980 or 1981, Jeremy Collins is a firefighter from Foxborough, Massachusetts. Before his television career, he played professional football in the PIFL, despite not having played college football. Collins launched into the public eye through his participation in the competitive reality series, “Survivor.” He first appeared in “Survivor: San Juan del Sur” in 2014, competing with his wife, Val Collins. His initial run saw him recognized as a strong physical competitor, ultimately placing tenth. Despite this, his strategic approach and social skills set the stage for future appearances.

Collins returned to “Survivor” for its 31st season, “Survivor: Cambodia,” also known as “Second Chance,” in 2015. This season was significant as participants were chosen by fan vote. During this season, he demonstrated a comprehensive understanding of the game, skillfully managing alliances and successfully utilizing hidden immunity idols. Notably, he played an idol for his ally Stephen Fishbach, saving him from elimination. A personal milestone occurred during his time on the show when he learned his wife, Val, was pregnant with their third child, a son. Collins sustained his strategic play through the end of the season, winning the final immunity challenge. He was ultimately crowned the Sole Survivor, receiving all ten jury votes, making him the fourth winner in “Survivor” history to achieve a unanimous victory.

Following his win, Collins continued to appear on television. In 2016, he was a contestant on “The Price Is Right” in a special episode featuring “Survivor” alumni. He also returned to the “Survivor” franchise for its 40th season, “Winners at War,” in 2020, an all-winners edition. During “Winners at War,” he adapted his gameplay, receiving a Fire Token and a Safety without Power advantage from fellow contestant Natalie Anderson. He used his advantage to survive a crucial tribal council. While he placed eighth in this season, his consistent performance across multiple iterations of the game solidified his reputation as a formidable reality television competitor. In 2025, he participated in “The Traitors” (Season 3), further diversifying his television appearances.