Tyson Apostol wins 'Survivor: Blood vs. Water'

LOS ANGELES, Dec. 16 (UPI) -- Tyson Apostol was declared the winner in the finale of "Survivor: Blood vs. Water," which took place in the Philippines.

Apostol, 34, is a Utah native and the owner of a bicycle shop. He previously competed on "Survivor: Tocantins" and "Survivor: Heroes vs. Villains."

The 27th edition of "Survivor" premiered Sept. 18 and featured returning contestants and their loved ones competing against each other.

Apostol emerged the victor during the 2-hour season finale Sunday, taking home the $1 million grand prize.