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**’Survivor’ Season 49 Cast Revealed: Rocket Scientist, Marvel Exec, and Last-Minute Replacements Headline New Season**

**FIJI** – CBS has unveiled the cast for Season 49 of “Survivor,” premiering Wednesday, Sept. 24. This season promises a diverse group of contestants aged 25 to 52, all vying for the million-dollar prize and the title of Sole Survivor.

The cast includes individuals from diverse backgrounds, including a former Marvel Cinematic Universe executive, a rocket scientist working for NASA, and a correctional officer. Adding to the intrigue, two unnamed players will make appearances in the landmark 50th season of the show.

However, the pre-game drama is already unfolding. In a shocking turn of events, two contestants were replaced just 12 hours before filming commenced. Host Jeff Probst emphasized the seriousness of the game, stating that the replacements were a “reminder that we take this game very seriously.” While the reasons for the replacements remain undisclosed, Probst suggested they serve as a warning to future players about respecting the show’s rules.

Among the hopefuls are:

* **[Name]:** A 27-year-old communications director from Illinois with a strategic approach to the game.
* **[Name]:** A 49-year-old musician from Texas who dreams of victory for her band.
* **[Name]:** A 36-year-old correctional officer from Canada, hoping to make his father proud.
* **[Name]:** A 32-year-old alternate from California, a former Google software engineer turned law clerk ready to prove his worth.
* **[Name]:** A 28-year-old video editor from Los Angeles using his hustle from Hollywood for an edge.
* **[Name]:** A 39-year-old global events manager from Ontario ready to find loyal alliances.
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* **[Name]:** A 36-year-old career coach from Houston inspired by her mom.
* **[Name]:** A 52-year-old former finance professional turned airport ramp agent from Utah, who dreams of opening a restaurant.
* **[Name]:** A fitness trainer and alternate in San Diego, ready to compete after a last-minute call-up.
* **[Name]:** A 47-year-old Marvel executive from California bringing his consensus-building skills to the island.
* **[Name]:** A 26-year-old consultant from Long Island with a sharp eye for deception.
* **[Name]:** A 25-year-old tech sales professional from Yonkers, eager to live out his dream in honor of his parents.
* **[Name]:** A 30-year-old clinical social worker from North Carolina ready to take on the patriarchy.
* **[Name]:** A 31-year-old former reporter from Atlanta ready to build trust.
* **[Name]:** A 28-year-old wellness specialist from Massachusetts looking for clarity.
* **[Name]:** A 27-year-old entrepreneur ready to approach the game with a strategic, business-like mindset.
* **[Name]:** A 31-year-old strategy associate from NYC ready for the new season.
* **[Name]:** A 35-year-old NASA engineer from Colorado with a strong focus on listening and communication.

Last season’s winner, Kyle Fraser, a 31-year-old lawyer, proved that anyone could win. As Season 49 kicks off, the question remains: who will outwit, outplay, and outlast the competition to become the next Sole Survivor?

Stay tuned to CBS on Wednesday, Sept. 24, to witness the drama unfold.

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