Survivor returns to Samoa for season 24, which premieres on February 15. 18 new contestants in this battle of men against women include the franchise’s first little person and somebody who lists her occupation as ex-NFL player’s wife, so apparently she herself is essentially useless.
Nina Acosta
51
Clovis, CA
Retired LAPD
Jay Byars
25
Gaffney, SC
Model
Christina Cha
29
West Hollywood, CA
Career Consultant
Monica Culpepper
41
Tampa, FL
Ex-NFL Player’s Wife
Colton Cumbie
21
Monroeville, AL
College Student
Kat Edorsson
22
Orlando, FL
Timeshare Rep
Michael Jefferson
30
Seattle, WA
Banker
Leif Manson
27
San Diego, CA
Phlebotomist
Chelsea Meissner
26
Charleston, SC
Medical Sales
Kourtney Moon
29
Austin, TX
Jonas Otsuji
37
Lehi, UT
Sushi Chef
Bill Posley
28
Venice, CA
Stand-Up Comedian
Matt Quinlan
33
San Francisco, CA
Attorney
Alicia Rosa
25
Chicago, IL
Special Ed Teacher
Troy “Troyzan” Robertson
50
Miami, FL
Swimsuit Photographer
Greg Smith
64
Houston, TX
Plastic Surgeon
Kim Spradlin
29
San Antonio, TX
Bridal Shop Owner
Sabrina Thompson
33
Brooklyn, NY
High School Teacher