Parvati Shallow, two-time “Survivor” winner, appeared on “The Gay Ass Podcast” hosted by Eric Williams and revealed that her Survivor crush is none other than her fellow castaway from “Australian Survivor: Australia v The World”. Parvati explained how their connection came across in the show, how fans interpreted it, and where things stand now between them.

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The Flirty Chemistry & Parvati Reveals Feelings

Williams asks Parvati if she was attracted to any girls while playing “Survivor” and she responds “Well I mean, Kirby” with a smile on her face. She adds “Kirby is so hot”. She highlights how she believes fans could see the sexual tension play out within the episodes.

On “Australia v The World“, host Jonathan LaPaglia described Parvati and Kirby Bentley as “the game’s most powerful couple” during a promotional clip covered by Chattr. The two contestants formed a strong alliance by episode 6 — a partnership that many fans interpreted as more than strategic.

Parvati once teased in a production interview that what drew her to Kirby was “Kirby not being afraid of me,” calling that behavior “the strongest aphrodisiac.” Fans quickly picked up on the chemistry. On Reddit, one user said they felt “very aggrieved by the short-lived queer romance,” while another admitted they “would have lived for the Parvati/Kirby power couple and borderline showmance.”

Kirby clarified that both she and Parvati are “naturally flirty people.” She stated that their dynamic came across naturally — both in personality and gameplay. She admitted it’s hard to separate what was “real” when you’re playing a high-stakes game, but said it certainly looked “fun and flirty.”

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Blindsided but Not Bitter

Their alliance didn’t last. In that same episode where their bond looked strongest, Parvati blindsided Kirby — voting her out. When asked whether their chemistry was part romance and part strategy, Kirby said both were true in varying degrees. She emphasized that while the game demands strategy, their friendship also had genuine moments, Kirby told Chattr.

Kirby sat down with the “Drop Your Buffs Podcast” a day after her blindside and had a respectful perspective on the game move.

Despite being blindsided, Kirby holds no resentment. She told Chattr that she doesn’t take it personally. She regards Parvati as a powerful, successful competitor, and she checks in with her frequently. Kirby said they’re still friends. She expressed admiration for what Parvati does, and reaffirmed that all the backstabbing, blindsides, and shifting allegiances are part of the game.

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Where They Stand Now

During her appearance on “The Gay Ass Podcast,” Parvati echoed many of Kirby’s sentiments. She acknowledged that what she felt — or what viewers saw — was a mix of competitive strategy and genuine fondness. Parvati admitted that, yes, she has a crush on Kirby, but also emphasized that Survivor demands players balance emotional connections with tactical moves.

Kirby confirmed that they maintain a friendship outside the game. She and Parvati “check in all the time,” and Kirby said she hopes their relationship is one of mutual respect, regardless of how the game played out.

Their story reminds viewers that in Survivor, sometimes the alliances that burn brightest are those balanced precariously between friendship, strategy, and something more.