Jerri Manthey is a well-known contestant from the reality TV show Survivor, having competed three times. She first appeared on Survivor: The Australian Outback (season 2), then on Survivor: All-Stars, and finally on Survivor: Heroes vs. Villains. Manthey is remembered as a polarizing and iconic figure in the Survivor community, especially noted as one of the franchise's first true villains and for her assertive and strategic gameplay. Her Survivor journey included notable moments like being part of the original Villains tribe and forming a memorable bond with tribemate Coach Wade. She placed 8th in The Australian Outback, 10th in All-Stars, and 4th in Heroes vs. Villains, reaching the Final Four in the last season she played. Despite her prominence in early seasons, Jerri Manthey was notably left out of the Survivor 50 all- star season cast in 2025, which upset her deeply given her long-standing connection to the show and fanbase. She expressed her feelings of disappointment and sadness on social media after being cut from the season, emphasizing the dedication she has shown for almost 25 years to the Survivor community. Manthey is regarded as a reality TV icon with a legacy built on memorable gameplay and strong personality. Summary:
- Name: Jerri Manthey
- Survivor appearances: The Australian Outback (8th), All-Stars (10th), Heroes vs. Villains (4th)
- Known for: Original Survivor villain, strategic gameplay, memorable moments
- Recent events: Cut from Survivor 50 all-star season, causing disappointment
- Other: Actress, television personality, reality TV icon
