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In 1990, Boesch retired after 45 years in the Navy.
Ten years later, he joined hostJeff Probstand his 15 fellow contestants in CBSsSurvivor: Bornea.
Boesch came in third to winner/infamous reality-show villain Richard Hatch.
The Survivor family has lost a legend.
You and I helped open minds and undermine predjudces.
While your time here has passed, you will remain loved and iconic, dear friend!
I heard the news today about my old roommate RUDY BOESCH passing away.
RIP Rudypic.twitter.com/XnQpr73uqx
