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Survivor is back for season 21, and this time the tribes have been split between the older people and the younger people. I just hope casting hasn’t suffered any for the sake of this twist (we’ve seen that before).

The 20 contestants who make up the Survivor: Nicaragua cast are:

Alina Wilson
23
Downey, CA
Art Student at California State University (Fullerton)

Ben “Benry” Henry
24
Los Angeles, CA
Club Promoter

Name: Brenda Lowe
27
Miami, FL
Paddleboard Co. Owner

Chase Rice
24
Fairview, NC
Pro Race Car Jackman

Dan Lembo
63
Watermill, NY
Real Estate Executive

Holly Hoffman
44
Eureka, SD
Swim Coach

Jane Bright
56
Jackson Springs, NC
Dog Trainer

Jill Behm
43
Erie, PA
ER Doctor

Jimmy Johnson
67
Islamorada, FL
Former NFL Coach

James “Jimmy T” Tarantino
48
Gloucester, MA
Commercial Fisherman

Jud Birza
21
Venice, CA
Student

Kelly Bruno
26
Durham, NC
Medical Student at University of North Carolina

Kelly Shinn
20
Mesa, AZ
Nursing Student at the University of Hawaii

Marty Piombo
48
Mill Valley, CA
Technology Executive

NaOnka Mixon
27
Los Angeles, CA
PE Teacher

Matthew “Sash” Lenahan
30
New York, NY
Real Estate Broker

Shannon Elkins
30
Lafayette, LA
Pest Control Co. Owner

Tyrone Davis
42
Inglewood, CA
Fire Captain

Wendy DeSmidt-Kohlhoff
48
Fromberg, MT
Goat Rancher

Yve Rojas
41
Kansas City, MO
Homemaker

Yve Rojas
41
Kansas City, MO
Homemaker

CBS Bio
Personal Claim to Fame: I am most proud of my daughters. They are independent, kind, smart and inspiring – an ongoing accomplishment.
Inspiration in Life: My mother. She is remarkable.
Hobbies: Traveling by myself, dancing, yoga, catching the last movie of the day.
Pet Peeves: Not being acknowledged when I speak.
3 Words to Describe You: Tenacious, resilient, magnetic.
SURVIVOR Contestant You Are Most Like: A mix between Bob Crowley and Danni Boatwright. Intelligence + Athleticism + Generosity = a lethal winning combination.
Reason for being on SURVIVOR: Turning 40 was tough. I want to be an example of perseverance for my girls…make life and dreams happen and forget about age!
Why you think you will be the sole SURVIVOR: I am utterly unassuming. I am never what people expect after they get to know me.

Wendy DeSmidt-Kohlhoff
48
Fromberg, MT
Goat Rancher

CBS Bio
Personal Claim to Fame: Reaching the Lieutenant Colonel rank in the Army.
Inspiration in Life: My mother because she made me who I am today.
Hobbies: Singing, dancing, fishing, hunting, and anything to do with animals.
Pet Peeves: Stuck-up, rude, self-centered, dishonest, know-it-all people.
3 Words to Describe You: Honest, talkative and competitive.
SURVIVOR Contestant You Are Most Like: No one, especially NOT the other female military contestant, Shambo. We just have different personalities.
Reason for being on SURVIVOR: To prove that I can do this. I would also love to pay off our ranch in Montana.
Why you think you will be the sole SURVIVOR: Because if you put your heart and mind into the game anyone can be the final Survivor. You need skill, strategy, physical/mental abilities and a little luck. I’m Irish, so hopefully I’ll have the luck of the Irish with me.

Tyrone Davis
42
Inglewood, CA
Fire Captain

CBS Bio
Personal Claim to Fame: The ability to stay consistent and true to who I am and accomplish all that I choose to in life.
Inspiration in Life: God and my parents.
Hobbies: Triathlons, snowboarding, partying with friends and dancing.
Pet Peeves: Inauthentic/plastic people, close-minded people, mean and selfish people.
3 Words to Describe You: Self-confident, dynamic and compassionate.
SURVIVOR Contestant You Are Most Like: Tom Westman because of the value he placed on integrity and being true to himself.
Reason for being on SURVIVOR: One million dollars! Plus, the challenge of being able to lead others from diverse backgrounds.
Why you think you will be the sole SURVIVOR: Because I want it! That’s all it takes for me to get it done.

Shannon Elkins
30
Lafayette, LA
Pest Control Co. Owner

CBS Bio
Personal Claim to Fame: Raising three children.
Inspiration in Life: My family.
Hobbies: Working out, playing basketball and coaching.
Pet Peeves: Dumb people.
3 Words to Describe You: Smart, sexy and strong.
SURVIVOR Contestant You Are Most Like: Straight forward like Russell but much prettier.
Reason for being on SURVIVOR: To put another notch in my belt.
Why you think you will be the sole SURVIVOR: I’m very likeable and very athletic so it will be hard to get rid of me.

Matthew “Sash” Lenahan
30
New York, NY
Real Estate Broker

CBS Bio
Personal Claim to Fame: Being one of the fastest distance runners in the country and one of the youngest brokers ever on Wall Street.
Inspiration in Life: My Mom
Hobbies: Extreme Adventures, Running, Dating Beautiful Women
Survivor Contestant you are Most Like: Tyson, because I have some great one-liners and because I’m awesome.
Reason for being on Survivor: For the adventure and for the glory of winning the greatest game in the World.
Why you think you will be the sole SURVIVOR: This game is something people have in their blood. Either you’ve got it or you don’t. Count me in!