In an exciting announcement made at a Survivor event in Hollywood, showrunner Jeff Probst revealed that Survivor Season 50 will feature a cast of returning players. Probst took to Instagram to share the news and express gratitude towards the dedicated fans in attendance.

This upcoming milestone season marks a significant moment for the long-running CBS competition series, as it will bring back fan-favorite contestants from previous seasons. Probst hinted at the anticipation surrounding the return of these familiar faces, which has left fans eagerly speculating about which players will make a comeback.

Survivor first experimented with incorporating former contestants in Season 8 with Survivor: All-Stars. The concept proved to be a hit, leading to the inclusion of familiar faces in subsequent seasons such as Guatemala (Season 11), Micronesia - Fans vs. Favorites (Season 16), and Heroes vs. Villains (Season 20).

However, the most recent installment to feature returning players was Season 40, titled Winners at War. This monumental season featured 20 former winners competing in an epic battle for the ultimate survivor title. Since then, the show has not seen any returning players, except for Bruce Perrault, who made a comeback in Season 45, following an unfortunate early exit in Season 44 due to an injury.

With Survivor Season 50 set to bring back past contestants, fans are buzzing with excitement and anticipation. Speculation is rife about who will be returning for this landmark season. Survivor enthusiasts are already expressing their hopes and predictions about their favorite castaways as they eagerly await the official announcement.

Probst's announcement at the Hollywood event has certainly sparked considerable excitement, and fans are encouraged to share their thoughts and wishes for Survivor Season 50 in the comments section. The show's dedicated audience eagerly awaits further updates on the upcoming season, eager to see the return of beloved players and witness the intense competition unfold once again.