Alex Moore’s sister sends him off to Survivor 49 with advice about the margarita curse.
When Alex Moore prepared to trade Washington, D.C.’s political chaos for the Fijian jungle on Survivor 49, his family played an important role in sending him off.
Among those voices was his sister, who left him with a memorable piece of advice that quickly became part of his Survivor story: “Do not take the margarita.”
Alex has spoken openly about how deeply his family is invested in Survivor.
His parents, Robert and Jessica Moore, raised him on CBS reality shows, often gathering around the TV with bowls of ice cream to watch Survivor, Big Brother, and The Amazing Race.
That tradition shaped Alex’s love for the franchise—and it also influenced the advice his sister gave him before he left for Fiji.
Referring to a popular fan superstition known as the “margarita curse”, Alex’s sister texted him before his flight, warning him not to drink if margaritas appeared as part of a reward.
In Survivor lore, players who indulge in the drink tend to be voted out soon afterward.
The warning not only showed her familiarity with fan theories but also her protective instinct for her brother as he embarked on the biggest adventure of his life.
True to his bold personality, Alex has promised to go against his sister’s cautious recommendation.
He has dismissed the margarita curse as “fake news” and proudly declared himself a “king for margaritas.”
In pre-game interviews, he even said he would happily down one in front of everyone—superstition or not—and still go on to win the game.
This playful back-and-forth highlights both the closeness between Alex and his sister and their shared sense of humor.
While she warns him to avoid pitfalls, he insists on embracing the fun side of Survivor, even if it means defying fan folklore.
Although Alex has kept most personal details about his sister private, he has made clear how highly he thinks of her.
He has described her as “the most intelligent person I know” and someone he deeply admires.
In the same way his parents inspired him with their resilience as an interracial couple who stood strong against outside opinions in the 1980s, his sister has shaped his perspective with her guidance and support.
Her simple but memorable text message underscores how much Alex’s family is invested in his journey.
Even from home, his sister’s influence has followed him into the game, giving fans a glimpse into the tight-knit family dynamic that fuels his competitive spirit.
As Survivor 49 unfolds, viewers will see whether Alex follows his sister’s cautious words or his own fearless instincts.
Regardless of the outcome, her role in his story already stands out.
By reminding him of the “margarita curse,” she connected him to the broader Survivor fandom and left fans with a moment that illustrates how family ties often shape the way players approach the game.
Alex may be the one wading through Fiji’s swamps and plotting tribal strategies, but his sister’s voice is part of the journey—echoing in the background every time a margarita appears.
