Yael Bar Zohar Reveals the Personal Cost of 'Survivor' Filming

Actress and presenter Yael Bar Zohar has shared the significant personal toll of her husband Guy Zuarz's prolonged absences during the filming of the reality show "Survivor." She calculated that over 14 seasons of the show, Zuarz has been away from home for a cumulative total of two and a half years.

Bar Zohar recounted specific challenges she faced alone, including managing her first pregnancy and moving house while her husband was filming in the Dominican Republic. During the first season, while Zuarz was abroad with fellow contestants Dan Mano and Naama Kesary, Bar Zohar was in Israel in the advanced stages of her pregnancy with their son, Yahli. In a later season, she handled a complete house move, including packing and unpacking, by herself.

She noted that these instances are just a glimpse into her experiences across all 14 seasons and that she elaborates on these stories in their joint stage show. Despite the difficulties, Bar Zohar expressed pride and love for her husband's involvement in "Survivor," which has become an integral part of their family's life. She concluded her post with a message of support for Zuarz ahead of the new season, wishing him success and acknowledging the show's demanding nature.