This season was filmed before season 19 aired, so none of the other contestants have a clue about Russell.
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Unlike previous seasons where a break in production occurred between seasons, the twentieth season was shot 20 days after Survivor: Samoa was completed, taking advantage of the existing infrastructure from that season.[3][4] Casting for Heroes vs. Villains was done simultaneously with Survivor: Samoa.
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