The latest episode of the popular reality show “Supervivientes All Stars” ended on a highly controversial note, leaving many fans puzzled. The public’s decision, which determined the fate of the nominees, sparked a wave of discussion on social media. As a result of the audience vote, one of this season’s most vibrant and talked-about contestants, Sonia Monroy, had to leave the island. The numbers were almost equal, fueling further debate: 45.9% of voters supported her departure, while her opponent, Carlos Alba, kept his spot with the backing of 54.1% of the audience.
Sonia’s exit came as a real shock to many, as she had been the heart and soul of recent episodes. Just minutes before the verdict was announced, she staged an energetic performance on the beach, making all her fellow contestants dance to her famous hit “Ven, ven, ven.” This life-filled and upbeat moment, in the eyes of many viewers, made her subsequent elimination seem especially unfair and illogical. Monroy was more than just a contestant; she created content, provoked, entertained, and kept neither the islanders nor those watching at home bored.
The contrast between her and the saved Carlos Alba was striking. While Sonia radiated ideas and emotions, the Andalusian chef was almost absent during the fifth gala episode, despite his fate hanging by a thread. Online, he has long been dubbed ‘furniture’—the show’s slang for passive contestants who bring nothing remarkable to the group and are just going through the motions. That’s why the public’s verdict sparked a wave of criticism: viewers could not understand why the ‘event generator’ left the project in favor of someone who prefers to remain in the shadows.
Sonia Monroy’s journey this season was full of ups and downs. She didn’t start off confidently, suffering an emotional slump, but managed to turn things around and become a key figure on her beach. She was remembered not only for her lively dancing but also for heated conflicts, such as the dramatic clash with Adara Molinero that later turned into an unexpected duet. She was a heavyweight this season, and many believe her departure diminishes the show, stripping it of intrigue and unpredictability.
The reaction to the eviction was swift. Social media exploded with comments as users voiced their disappointment and surprise, launching hashtags in support of the performer. This case once again reignited the perennial question for reality shows: what matters more to viewers—quiet survival and subtle strategy, or vibrant, emotional, and sometimes scandalous behavior that makes the show unforgettable? It seems that this time the so-called “sovereign audience,” as it’s referred to in Spain, made a choice that will spark heated debate for some time to come.
