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Survivor Season 49 honored Vince Costello, a beloved Fiji locations manager who died in 2025, with a tribute recognizing his crucial role and family legacy.
Survivor Season 49 honored Vince Costello, a 61-year-old Fiji native and longtime locations manager who helped shape the show’s filming in the Mamanuca Islands since 2016.
He passed away in 2025 after a battle with late-stage liver cancer, following the conclusion of Season 50.
The premiere featured a heartfelt on-screen tribute, “In loving memory of Vince Costello, forever in our hearts,” recognizing his vital role in securing locations and fostering cultural respect.
His daughter Aline and son Patrick also worked on the show, continuing a family legacy.
Executive producer Jesse Jensen launched a GoFundMe campaign that raised over AUD 86,000 to support Costello’s medical expenses, relocation to Australia, and family needs, reflecting the deep respect and affection he inspired across the production team.
La Temporada 49 de Survivor honró a Vince Costello, un querido gerente de ubicaciones de Fiji que murió en 2025, con un tributo que reconoce su papel crucial y el legado familiar.