A young man who participated in the reality TV show Survivor Greece is taking legal action against the show’s producers following a tragic boating incident that resulted in the amputation of his leg. Stavros Floros, 22, filed a lawsuit in a Florida court seeking $100 million in damages. The accident occurred while Floros was spearfishing with another contestant off the coast of the Dominican Republic during Season 13 of Survivor Greece.
According to court documents, Floros was struck by a tourist boat, leading to the severing of his left leg above the knee and serious injuries to his right leg. He was initially taken to a local medical clinic and later transferred to a hospital in Miami, where he underwent multiple surgeries and spent over two months in recovery. Graphic photos of Floros post-accident were published by TMZ, revealing the extent of his injuries.
Skai TV, the broadcaster of Survivor Greece, announced the immediate suspension of the show and pledged support for Floros’ treatment and rehabilitation. However, Floros claims that he did not receive adequate assistance from the production company.
In a statement to TheWrap, Floros expressed his disappointment with the lack of support and care he received after the incident. The lawsuit, filed in Miami-Dade Circuit Court, names AcunMedya, AcunMedya Global, Acun LLC, Turkish businessman Acun Ilicali, and the parent company of Skai TV as defendants.
The court documents include testimonies from Floros and other contestants detailing the events leading up to the accident. The lawsuit alleges that the production team failed to implement safety measures despite the known risks of heavy boat traffic in the area.
Floros and his fellow contestant were engaged in fishing activities when the boat collision occurred. Malliaros, another contestant, revealed that despite the proximity of the accident to the shore and the presence of a dive marker, the boat continued its course until tourists onboard demanded assistance.
Floros expressed disbelief that such a life-altering event happened in the context of a reality TV show. Survivor Greece, distinct from the long-running U.S. series Survivor, has no affiliation with the American version. Floros’ legal representatives highlighted the ties of the defendants to Florida and emphasized decisions made regarding contestant safety.
In response to inquiries, AcunMedya did not provide a comment. Apart from Survivor Greece, the production company is involved in various international adaptations of the show. Floros mentioned being enticed to participate in Survivor Greece due to the show’s ties to Florida and the promise of a luxury trip to Miami for the winner.