Survivor: Samoa (2009) - 14th place, 7th out.
Survivor: Philippines (2012) - 15th place, 4th out.
| Challenge stats | Tribal council stats | Jury stats | Overall scores | ||||||||||
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| Season | ChW | ChA | ChW% | VFB | VAP | TCA | TC% | wTCR | JVF | TotJ | JV% | SurvSc | SurvAv |
| S19: Samoa | 0.88 | 1.04 | 0.84 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0.28 | 1.17 | - | - | - | 1.10 | 1.95 |
| S25: Philippines | 0.00 | 0.95 | 0.00 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 0.69 | 2.63 | - | - | - | 0.69 | 2.63 |
| Career | 0.88 | 1.99 | 0.44 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 0.77 | 2.32 | - | - | - | 1.21 | 2.75 |
Samoa challenges (click to
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Tribal/team challenge record (5-for-6; 1 sit-out):
Individual challenge record (0-for-0):
Hero challenge/ duel record (1-for-1):
Philippines challenges (click to
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Tribal/team challenge record (0-for-4):
Individual challenge record (0-for-0):
Redemption/Exile Island duel record: (0-for-0)
| Wins: | 5 |
| Played: | 10 |
| Win%: | 0.50 |
| Sat out: | 1 |
| Wins: | 0 |
| Played: | 0 |
| Win%: | -- |
| Mean% Finish: | -- |
| Wins: | 1 |
| Played: | 1 |
| Win%: | 1.00 |
| Mean% Finish: | 100% |
Samoa Tribal (click to
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Idols held/played (0/0):
VFB - Votes for the person booted (1/1):
VAP - Votes against (0):
Jury votes made (0/0):
Philippines Tribal (click to
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Idols held/played: (0/0)
VFB - Votes for the person booted (3/4):
VAP - Votes against (4):
Jury votes made (0/0):
| Found: | 0 |
| Played: | 0 |
| Votes voided: | -- |
| VFB: | 4 |
| Tribals: | 5 |
| VAP: | 4 |
| Made: | 0 |
| For winners: | -- |
| Received: | -- |
Samoa image gallery (click to
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Samoa intro shot
Samoa intro shot
Paddling in, Day 1
Galu, finally arrived
Reflecting on being selected as chief
Starting line, Ep1 RC hero challenge
I was proud of Erik helping us catch up!
Watching the balance beam portion
The losing Galus
Pre-challenge lineup, Ep1 IC
Starting line
Hauling the crate
Galu wins!
Starting line, Ep2 RC/IC
Watching John shoot
Getting clipped by Ben
Galu wins!
Forced to choose a Galu to visit Foa Foa
Starting line, Ep3 RC/IC
Getting started on the puzzle
Galu wins
Defending his choice of comfort items over a tarp
Talking about the Probst-free Ep4 Bocce ball RC
Pre-challenge stand-off
Watching Dave take the final shot
Good news! Shambo is a chicken expert
Pre-challenge lineup, Ep4 IC
Galu lost!?
Monica really blew that challenge for us
Erik says everyone's voting Yasmin
Galu, Ep4 Tribal Council
Talking to Probst
Pre-challenge lineup, Ep5 RC
Ready to go
Finishing his smoothie before Hantz
Watching the final round
Galu barbecue time
Pre-challenge lineup, Ep5 IC
Starting line
Still holding up the net
Russ's final challenge win
A rainbow! Good times ahead for Galu, Ep6
Talking about doing extra for the tribe during the rainstorm
Pre-challenge lineup, Ep6 RC
Listening to Probst
Rolling the giant ball
John guides Russ to his spot
Probst calls time out
Getting tended to by Medical
Getting pulled from the game, Day 15
Philippines image gallery (click to
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Philippines intro shot
Philippines intro shot
Pre-game interview
With bamboo, in camp
Staying hydrated
Post-first challenge
Pulling sleds, Ep2 IC
Puzzle stage, Ep2 IC
'Cookies' - Matsing's Ep2 Tribal Council visit
Barely hanging on, Ep4 IC
Aw, what?!
Second-time player, first-time snuffee
Samoa interviews (click to
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Pre-game interviews
Post-game interviews
Philippines interviews (click to
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Pre-game interviews
Post-game interviews
Samoa bio (click to expand/collapse)
Excerpts from his CBS.com Survivor: Samoa bio page (8/27/09):
"At 5’11” and 220 'semi-solid' pounds, this attorney spends his working hours suing companies and individuals who violate environmental laws. In addition to practicing law, Russell enjoys spending time with his wife and five-year-old daughter and watching independent films.
Growing up in Pittsburgh, Russell’s father fell victim to layoffs at a local steel mill and struggled to support his family. Forced to move into Section 8 housing, his parents eventually divorced but the separation did not weaken any of his relationships, including the one he shared with his parents. Russell’s hero is his dad whom he says, 'really loved his family and was a perfect example of what a husband should be to his wife, and what a dad should be to his child.'
Despite tumultuous circumstances (or as a result of), Russell has been attracted to jobs with responsibilities ranging from environmental protection, minority youth education advocacy and representation for homeless individuals. He is a dedicated father and a loving husband and describes a perfect day as spending time with his daughter and ending the day by 'talking' privately with his wife.
A passionate man, Russell cannot stand hearing over-generalizations about specific groupings of people and avoids discussing topics relating to race and sexuality because he feels that others usually have a hard time dealing with his conversation style.
Always prepared to joke and laugh at himself, Russell is willing to go to drastic lengths for a million dollars in order to win including making a vow to cut off his dreadlocks if he wins the title of sole Survivor.
Currently, Russell resides in Glenside, Pa. His birthday is February 17."
Philippines bio (click to
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Excerpts from his CBS.com Survivor: Philippines bio page (8/22/12):
"Personal Claim to Fame: Being a good Dad.
Inspiration in Life: My dad because he was a very ordinary guy, but a damn good dad. He really loved his family and was a perfect example of what a husband should be to his wife, and what a dad should be to his child.
Hobbies: Riding my motorcycle, mountain biking and skiing.
If You Could Have 3 Things on The Island What Would They Be and Why? I would bring my 'Terrible Towel' because I’m an avid Steelers fan and I’m always looking for converts. That’s it!
Reason for Being on Survivor: First, the game kicked my butt and I want payback. Second, I want to show people that failure doesn’t always mean the end.
Why You Think You’ll 'Survive' Survivor: I bring strength for the physically demanding challenges. I’m cunning – I know how to get my way without being overly confrontational. And, I have a sense of humor. I love making people laugh.
Why You Think You Will Be the Sole Survivor: Because I’ve already tried the failure route. I’m gonna take a different path and win this time!"
From his EW.com pre-game interview, by Dalton Ross:
"For many — including host Jeff Probst — Russell Swan’s exit from Survivor: Samoa was the scariest Survivor moment ever, as dehydration caused Swan’s eyes to roll back in his head as he lost consciousness. 'That situation broke me,' the 45-year-old Swan told EW.com while on location. 'I’ve had challenges in my life before, but nothing like that. It challenged the very core of who I was. I always thought, if nothing else, I can always depend on my physical prowess. And after eight applications, waiting 10 years, I finally get on the show only to get carried out on my back. Worst thing I could have ever imagined.'"
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