For Kim Wolfe,surviving “Survivor” was one thing.

But surviving the fans?

That was a whole different challenge.

Kim Spradlin-Wolfe smiling

Wolfe first became a household name in 2012 after winning the 24th season of “Survivor.”

Today, she’s the host of"Why the Heck Did I Buy This House?"

This is not surprising, given the nature of the survival series.

Survivor host Jeff Probst

Alliances and eliminations captivate audiences who are deeply invested and vocal about the contests.

In fact, Wolfe suggests a “night and day” difference in her interactions with the fanbases.

The show’s fandom helped elevate Kim Wolfe’s career.

The transition to HGTV has brought a noticeable shift in her audience dynamics.