Cbs Survivor Episode 2' title='Cbs Survivor Episode 2' />You can read the statement below in full After the tribal council scene in last nights. Survivor was filmed, we consulted with Zeke Smith and with GLAAD in advance of the broadcast, including the issue of how Zeke would tell his story after the episode aired. This is his second consecutive season on Survivor. From his first season through the current edition, we have always been guided by the principle that this is his story to tell, and it remains so. We support how Jeff Probst and the producers handled a very sensitive situation and marvel at the grace Zeke exhibited under extraordinary circumstances. We also have respect for how Jeff Varner has expressed remorse for his mistake, both in the episode and in his subsequent dialogue with the media. In the end, we believe this episode, accompanied by Zekes own remarkable writing and speaking on the subject, has provided an unexpected but important dialogue about acceptance and treating transgender people with respect. PREVIOUS, April 1. Watch Chasing The Devil Online Ibtimes. PM Tonights episode of Survivor Game Changer, titled What Happens on Exile, Stays on Exile, featured an unexpected moment when contestant Jeff Varner on the right in the photo above told his tribemates that their fellow contestant Zeke Smith on the left is a transgender man, outing his castmate against his will. Smith was in last years Millennials vs. Watch The River Thief Mediafire. Gen X season before he was brought back for the current season. During both seasons, it was known that Smith was a gay man, but he chose not to share his gender history to his tribemates or to the viewing audience. During the episode, Varner felt like he was going to be sent home and revealed to everyone the truth about Smith during a Tribal Council. Deceptions on levels, Jeff, that these guys dont even understand, Varner said. He then looked at Smith and said, Why havent you told anyone that youre transgenderMany cast members seemed upset at Varner for outing Smith, and once he realized his mistake, Varner tried to explain his reasoning. I didnt want to be the. Love each other, adding, To learn how to be a better ally to trans people, click the link below. I own responsibility in what is the worst decision of my life. Here is his full statement Nick Adams, Director of GLAADs Transgender Media Program, issued a statement tonight Zeke Smith, and transgender people like him, are not deceiving anyone by being their authentic selves, and it is dangerous and unacceptable to out a transgender person. It is heartening, however, to see the strong support for Zeke from the other people in his tribe. Moments like this prove that when people from all walks of life get to know a transgender person, they accept us for who we are. By viewing our video content you are accepting the terms of our Video Services Policy. Watch The Mighty Macs Tube Free. UPDATED, 2 PM CBS released a statement Thursday expressing support for the way producers handled Wednesday nights episode, in which a contestant told his.