The 36th season of Survivor premieres Wednesday, Feb. 28, on Global. Meet the castaways set to compete on Survivor: Ghost Island below.
Name: Angela Perkins (42)
From: Cincinnati
Occupation: HR for VA/Retired Army
Why You Think You’ll “Survive” Survivor: “I am like the snake that you don’t know is there until bitten.”
WATCH: Angela’s Exclusive Interview with ET Canada
Name:Jenna Bowman (23)
From: Detroit
Occupation: Auto Advertising Executive
Why You Think You’ll “Survive” Survivor: “I think people would view me as an underdog because I play the naive card, which I would use to my advantage.”
WATCH: Jenna’s Exclusive Interview with ET Canada
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Name: Kellyn Bechtold (30)
From: Chicago
Occupation: Health Insurance Consultant
Why You Think You’ll “Survive” Survivor: “Because of my innate ability to make people feel comfortable in their own skin.”
WATCH: Kellyn’s Exclusive Interview with ET Canada
Name: Laurel Johnson (29)
From: Minneapolis
Occupation: Financial Consultant
Why You Think You’ll “Survive” Survivor: “Because I’ve seen the previous winners and I could strategically and physically run circles around them.”
WATCH: Laurel’s Exclusive Interview with ET Canada
Name: Libby Vincek (24)
From: Houston
Occupation: Promo Model / Adv. Sales
Why You Think You’ll “Survive” Survivor: “Because I know that I can outlast and outplay! I work out a lot – I have endurance, I danced for 12 years – I have balance, I’ve completed tough mudders, marathons, and other races so I can get myself through challenges.”
WATCH: Libby’s Exclusive Interview with ET Canada
Name: Michael Yerger (18)
From: Knoxville, Tenn.
Occupation: Real Estate / Model
Why You Think You’ll “Survive” Survivor: “Because I’m intelligent, likable, strategic, hard-working, strong, energetic and willing to take risks.”
WATCH: Michael’s Exclusive Interview with ET Canada
Name: Morgan Ricke (29)
From: Indiana
Occupation: Killer Whale Trainer
Why You Think You’ll “Survive” Survivor: “I will be the final Survivor because I never, ever give up.”
WATCH: Morgan’s Exclusive Interview with ET Canada
Name: Sebastian Noel (22)
From: Melbourne, Fla.
Occupation: Fisherman
Why You Think You’ll “Survive” Survivor: “I am perfect for this game. I spend most of my life outside in the elements, a lot of which is involved with something physical.”
WATCH: Sebastian’s Exclusive Interview with ET Canada
Name: Stephanie Gonzalez (25)
From: Puerto Rico
Occupation: Family Business Sales
Why You Think You’ll “Survive” Survivor: “Because of my determination and strong will. I wanted to go to school, so I worked three jobs, I wanted to help my brother, I grew the business from one store to three stores, I know in my heart that I can win.”
WATCH: Stephanie’s Exclusive Interview with ET Canada
Name: Stephanie Johnson (34)
From: Aurora, Ill.
Occupation: Tri-Athlete/Yoga Instructor
Why You Think You’ll “Survive” Survivor: “Because every day for the past 10 years, I have looked at a sticker on my mirror – ‘Outwit, Outlast, Outplay. Survivor’.”
WATCH: Stephanie’s Exclusive Interview with ET Canada
Name: James Lim (24)
From: Seoul, South Korea, Currently Lives In NYC
Occupation: Business Consultant
Why You Think You’ll “Survive” Survivor: “I’m very team-oriented so I will do my best to help us build shelter and gather food. Also, I believe I can strategize well on challenges and certainly be a physical force for my tribe with my sprinting background.”
WATCH: James’ Exclusive Interview with ET Canada
Name: Jacob Derwin (22)
From: Long Island, NY
Occupation: Jewish Music Teacher
Why You Think You’ll “Survive” Survivor: “This sounds stupid but I’m really easy to talk to. I want to set it up so everyone knows they can come to me to chat and get support despite any problems they’re having personally or socially.”
WATCH: Jacob’s Exclusive Interview with ET Canada
Name: Donathan Hurley (25)
From: Kimper, KY
Occupation: Caretaker
Why You Think You’ll “Survive” Survivor: “You know, living in Eastern Kentucky has its perks. We are outdoors people. We love the lakes, we love to roam trails and mountains and I have learned a lot living here about nature and survival.”
WATCH: Donathan’s Exclusive Interview with ET Canada
Name: Domenick Abbate (38)
From: Nesconset, NY
Occupation: Construction Supervisor
Why You Think You’ll “Survive” Survivor: “I have the ability to bring people together, I can adapt to all personalities, I can build things and the fitness and strength I will bring in challenges.”
WATCH: Domenick’s Exclusive Interview with ET Canada
Name: Desiree Afuye (21)
From: Queens, NY
Occupation: Student/PA
Why You Think You’ll “Survive” Survivor: “I currently live in a house of eight girls. I know how to deal with seven different versions of crazy and different personalities.”
WATCH: Desiree’s Exclusive Interview with ET Canada
Name: Chris Noble (27)
From: Brooklyn, Fla.
Occupation: Model/Personal Trainer
Why You Think You’ll “Survive” Survivor: “I would bring my ‘Survivor’ mental toughness, my ability to adapt, my positivity for the weak and my will to survive. I might not know how to do some things, but I will find a way to eat and get water.”
WATCH: Chris’ Exclusive Interview with ET Canada
Name: Chelsea Townsend (24)
From: Salt Lake City
Occupation: EMT/Pro Cheerleader
Why You Think You’ll “Survive” Survivor: “I am an extremely hard worker and would be able to contribute a lot around camp.”
WATCH: Chelsea’s Exclusive Interview with ET Canada
Name: Brendan Shapiro (40)
From: Herndon, Va.
Occupation: Teacher
Why You Think You’ll “Survive” Survivor: “I’m strong, fast, tough and good with my hands. I am good at recognizing people’s strengths and getting the most out of a team.”
WATCH: Brendan’s Exclusive Interview with ET Canada
Name: Bradley Kleihege (25)
From: Lansing, Mich.
Occupation: Law Student
Why You Think You’ll “Survive” Survivor: “I like to lead people, take initiative on projects and I am well spoken.”
WATCH: Bradley’s Exclusive Interview with ET Canada
Name: Wendell Holland (33)
From: Philadelphia
Occupation: Furniture Designer
Why You Think You’ll “Survive” Survivor: “First and foremost, I’m good with people and likable. I’m very diplomatic and can connect with people. That will get me past the first rounds of voting off people that don’t go well with the group.”
WATCH: Wendell’s Exclusive Interview with ET Canada
‘Survivor: Ghost Island’ premieres on Feb. 28 on Global at 8 p.m. ET.