Chrissy Hofbeck

Chrissy Hofbeck is an American actuary, author, and reality television personality best known for her standout performance on "Survivor: Heroes vs. Healers vs. Hustlers," the 35th season of the CBS reality series. A graduate of the University of Pennsylvania and MIT, Hofbeck has built a successful career in actuarial science and predictive analytics, holding leadership roles at major insurance firms.

In 2017, at age 46, Hofbeck competed on "Survivor" and quickly became a fan favorite for her strategic gameplay and physical prowess. She tied the record for most individual immunity wins by a woman in a single season, with four victories . Despite her strong performance, she finished as the runner-up after a controversial final-four fire-making twist allowed Ben Driebergen to secure a spot in the Final Tribal Council and ultimately win the game.

Beyond "Survivor," Hofbeck has shared her insights and experiences through various platforms. She delivered a TEDx talk titled "Surviving and Thriving: Living Beyond a Distracted Life," discussing how her time on the show influenced her perspective on life and focus . In 2020, she authored the motivational business book "Winning Conditions: How to Achieve the Professional Success You Deserve by Managing the Details That Matter," which received praise from "Survivor" host Jeff Probst.

Hofbeck returned to the "Survivor" franchise in its 50th season, titled "Survivor: In the Hands of the Fans," in spring 2026. This milestone season features fan-favorite contestants from previous seasons, with gameplay elements influenced by viewer votes.