Koldo Royo, the oldest participant in the current season of Supervivientes, has faced intense scrutiny and emotional turmoil as he struggles to cope with the harsh conditions of the reality show. On April 27, 2025, during a live segment, Koldo broke down, expressing his desire to leave the competition, citing his deteriorating health and emotional state.
The situation escalated after Koldo was accused by fellow contestants Laura Cuevas and Carmen Alcayde of not sharing food with them, which led to accusations of selfishness. "I have been here for a week and you have only given me food for two days," Laura told Koldo, who defended himself by stating that he could not share food for health reasons. "I don't carry food for them because I am very weak and I need it," Koldo explained, visibly upset.
His fellow contestants, including Anita Williams and Montoya, labeled him as "egoísta" (selfish), while Joshua Velázquez, despite being a close friend of Laura, also refrained from sharing food. "I thought we were supposed to share food, but I didn’t realize we were supposed to give our own," Joshua remarked. Laura, however, felt let down by both Koldo and Joshua, stating that only Escassi and Anita had offered her food during her time of need.
Adding to the tension, Koldo's health has been a significant concern. He admitted to feeling weak and struggling to breathe, saying, "I am very low, I am being given serum and I am telling my supporters not to support me this time because I am terrible. I have been here for two months and I am exhausted." His emotional plea was met with concern from the show's host, Sandra Barneda, who noted that Koldo had been feeling down throughout the day.
In the wake of these events, Koldo made an unexpected request for his expulsion from the show. "I know my body and I need to go home," he said, fighting back tears. Despite having survived five eliminations, Koldo felt that he could not continue: "I am Basque and I don’t like to share my problems with anyone. I have to take care of my health first." His statement reflects the intense pressure that contestants face in such extreme conditions.
As Koldo prepares for another week of nominations, he faces stiff competition from Joshua Velázquez, Makoke, and Manuel González. The audience will ultimately decide his fate in the upcoming elimination ceremony. "If they want me to stay, they will support me, but I am asking them to let me go home," he expressed, highlighting the emotional toll the competition has taken on him.
Meanwhile, the dynamics among the contestants continue to shift. Laura Cuevas and Carmen Alcayde, who have been isolated in a separate area known as the Palafito, have been vocal about their dissatisfaction with Koldo's actions. Laura accused Koldo of only being weak when it suited him, pointing out that he manages to walk 17 kilometers and swim all day. "He is weak for what interests him, because then he walks 17 km and spends the day swimming," she criticized.
Despite the ongoing drama, Koldo has shown resilience in previous challenges. He achieved the second-best time in the first apnea of this season, surprising everyone by staying underwater for over three minutes. This accomplishment demonstrates his physical capabilities, even as he grapples with mental and emotional challenges.
As the show progresses, viewers are left wondering how Koldo's situation will unfold. Will he receive the support he needs from the audience to continue, or will his heartfelt plea be answered, allowing him to return home? The next few days will be crucial as the audience's votes will play a significant role in determining the future of this beloved contestant.
