Category: biggest loser 17

Jerry Skeaback
51
Yellow Team
Partner: Coleen Skeaback (Daughter)
Trainer: Jillian
Police Sergeant
Cleveland, OH

NBC Bio
Jerry is a dedicated father who has always worked hard for everything in his life. He is honest, outgoing, funny and has a huge heart. Working as a police officer for over 25 years, Jerry has had to balance the wacky shift schedules along with the stress that comes with the job. But Jerry suffers from multiple health risks. He could possibly be the most unfit person to walk on the Biggest Loser campus. It has always been convenient for him to stop at any fast food place during his shifts, on his breaks or at the end of a shift before heading home. The poor food choices, along with working extra hours just to pay the bills, have really taken their toll on Jerry and caused him to packed on many extra pounds. As a former athlete, he is constantly wishing he had the extra push to fill those voids. Trying to keep up with his kids over the years has become difficult, and Jerry has had to miss out on many things in their lives due to his weight.

Coleen Skeaback
23
Yellow Team
Partner: Jerry Skeaback (Father)
Trainer: Jillian
Receptionist
Cleveland, OH

NBC Bio
Coleen is the second of four children in her family, but the only child who is overweight. Coleen has struggled with her weight since her early teen years. Being the only overweight child in her family has been tough on her. Never really feeling comfortable in her skin, Coleen searched for other ways to take the focus off of her weight. She is sociable, engaging and always has a hand to lend to whoever needs it. Growing up on fast food and quick-fix meals, Coleen began to pack on the pounds at a young age. Sitting at a desk and snacking all day is all part of her daily routine as a receptionist. Coleen is definitely a leader and loves to compete. She is a dedicated young girl who is sick of life flying past her. With life-sized goals set, this girl is ready to take on any challenge!

As a hardworking, fun and dedicated father/daughter duo, both are motivated to start living the best possible life by being healthy and fit. A true equation for entertainment, these two will inspire you with their drive for life. Both born and raised in Cleveland, they are not only good company, but great competition. Jerry feels that with the help and inspiration he gets from Coleen, together they will be unstoppable!

Tom Desrochers Jr
22
Grey Team
Partner: Tom Desrochers Sr (Father)
Trainer: Jillian
Cab Driver
Everett, MA

NBC Bio
Tom Jr. is very outspoken and likeable. He has two siblings: a brother and sister, both younger. Tom Jr. has been overweight for most of his life. Even though he struggled with being overweight, he was a very active kid, and played a lot of organized sports such as football, baseball and basketball. Since he graduated high school he has put on significant weight. He now drives a taxi part time. He volunteer coaches Pop Warner Football for the kids in his spare time and the amount of time he has to exercise is limited. Tom never quits and will keep trying until the final whistle has blown.

Tom Desrochers Sr
42
Grey Team
Partner: Tom Desrochers Jr (Son)
Trainer: Jillian
Cab Driver
Everett, MA

NBC Bio
Tom is married with three children; two boys and one girl. He works very hard trying to keep everyone in the family happy, but would like to spend a lot more time with his wife and kids. Tom has been driving a taxi in Boston for the last sixteen years, and he has let his weight slip out of control. His family and doctor constantly remind him that he needs to lose weight, but because he sits driving all day he does not get to exercise. Plus, as a result of being on the go, he has become a fast food junkie. Tom Sr. wants to break the cycle and give his son an opportunity he never had!

Tom Sr. and Tom Jr. are the father-and-son team who really do not like to lose at anything they do. They are competitive to the end, but they enjoy life and have fun together. Their team motto is: “Play now, pay later!” This team from Massachusetts is ready to show the world how strong a father/son bond is. They will keep us laughing and crying throughout their experience on the show. While they look big and tough, these guys have a sensitive side that they cannot hide.

Shellay Cremen
51
Purple Team
Partner: Amy Cremen (Daughter)
Trainer: Jillian
Stay-at-home mom
Royal Oak, MI

NBC Bio
Shellay is a loving wife, mother and a great friend. She is always the person you can call on if you need anything. She has been a stay-at-home mom most of her married life and would like to look for a job, but she has lost confidence in herself because of her weight. She wakes up in the morning, thinking she will surf the web for a job, but ends up surfing the fridge for food instead. Exercise has never been a part of her life, but as she gets older she worries more about future health problems. She wants to be healthy and motivated, and she wants to prove she can do it!

Amy Cremen
26
Purple Team
Partner: Shellay Cremen (Mother)
Trainer: Jillian
Purchasing Dept
Auburn Hills, MI

NBC Bio
Amy has her mom’s sense of humor. She is a very talented girl, with an amazing voice. She works full time in the purchasing department of an automotive company, she takes college classes online for her bachelor’s degree, and goes to cosmetology school in the evenings. She has a hard time standing for so long during school because of her weight. “Sometimes, I just wish I could take my feet off, they hurt so badly,” says Amy. Most of her meals are eaten from a fast food drive thru. She has battled her weight since middle school, and has never been able to get a grip on it. Amy feels people do not look past her weight and although she may be smiling on the outside, inside she is devastated with her appearance.

Shellay and Amy are a mother/daughter team who love each other, believe in each other, support each other and encourage each other. These two are ready to be transformed, no matter what the cost! Shelley was always the “cool” mom when Amy was growing up, while Amy was the funny daughter. These two are so expressive and honest, and have a great sense of humor. Every mother and daughter can relate to their love, bickering, support and banter.

Vicky Vilcan
37
Brown Team
Partner: Brady Vilcan (Husband)
Trainer: Bob
Anesthetist
Houma, LA

NBC Bio
Vicky is a very strong willed and goal-oriented person. Some may see her as an overachiever, but she sees herself as an ultra-competitive person who strives to be the best. She was always known as the “fat kid” in school and has had to use her personality to fit in. Vicky has mastered juggling a career, children, managing a home and being a wife. The only problem is she does not take time for herself; she puts everyone else first. Vicky desperately wants to get active and healthy. She wants to start living life instead of just existing in it! She is ready to stop her overeating and sedentary way of life and be a better example for her children. Vicky is an avid poker player and excellent at strategy and reading people—she plans on using this to her advantage on the show. She loves a good challenge and is ready to prove to herself and her family that working moms can have it all!

Brady Vilcan
36
Brown Team
Partner: Vicky Vilcan (Wife)
Trainer: Bob
Pharmacist
Houma, LA

NBC Bio
Brady married Vicky when he was eighteen years old. He received a Doctor of Pharmacy degree and then put Vicky through anesthesia school. Part Native American, Brady’s Chitimacha heritage is something he takes great pride in and he donates his time to a local indigent pharmacy to help those less fortunate. There is nothing more important to him than his family. His two children are energetic, bubbly and bright but their four-year-old daughter is very overweight (67lbs) and it is all-consuming. He and Vicky would love nothing more than to teach their little girl how to eat right and exercise.

This competitive couple will be unstoppable! Their Southern roots have given them a big appetite for life and spicy food. They are united by a unique unbreakable bond. Surviving seventeen years of marriage and struggling through school while working has proven that they can beat the odds and still come out on top. This team has it all; Brady acts as the counselor and Vicky is a true competitor. Together they will win the hearts of America, but beware of the voodoo they will put on you if you try to get in their way! These two will not be afraid to stir up the pot if it means winning the game.