'Survivor: Island of the Idols' season 39: Meet the 20 castaways vying for $1million in Fiji
'Survivor' Island of the Idols is all set to premiere on our screens in less than a week. Season 39 of the series is going to be even more interesting as they are bringing back two legends from previous seasons to mentor the 20 castaways.
Recently when the series revealed the 20 contestants for season 39 of 'Survivor', they also unveiled that Boston Rob Mariano and Sandra Diaz-Twine will be returning as mentors to the castaways in Mamanuca Islands in Fiji.
With barely a week left for the series to premiere, meet your 20 castaways competing for the $1 million and the winning title.
Lairo Tribe
Ronnie Bardah
Ronnie Bardah is a 35-year-old pro poker player and a Massachusetts native. He currently resides in Nevada. Three words that describe him are: Resilient, analytical, and savvy.
Elizabeth Beisel
Elizabeth Beisel, a 26-year-old Olympic medalist is a Rhode Island native. Three words that describe her are: Gregarious, competitive, and loyal.
Missy Bryd
Missy Byrd is a 24-year-old Air Force veteran and a Georgia native. She currently resides in Washington. Three words that describe her are: Relentless, clever, and decently dope.
Dean Kowalski
Dean Kowalski is a 28-year-old who works in the Tech Sales. He hails from New Jersey and currently resides in New York City. Three words that describe him are: Jovial, observant, and likable.
Tom Laidlaw
Tom Laidlaw is a 60-year-old former NHL player who hails from Canada. He currently resides in Connecticut. Three words that describe him are: Disciplined, dedicated, and stubborn.
Aaron Meredith
Aaron Meredith is a 36-year-old gym owner who hails from Connecticut but resides in Rhode Island. Three words that describe him are: Attractive, intelligent, and strong.
Vince Moua
Vince Moua is a 27-year-old Admissions Counselor hailing from California. Some of the words that describe him are: Shamelessly-me, quick-witted, and not-afraid-to-flip-tables.
Karishma Patel
Karishma Patel is a 37-year-old personal injury lawyer who hails from Philadelphia but resides in Houston. Three words that describe her are: Reliable, impulsive, and charismatic.
Elaine Scott
Elaine Scott is a 41-year-old Factory Worker who hails from Woodbine Kentucky. She currently resides in Rockholds, Kentucky. Three words that describe her are: Independent, stubborn, and kind.
Chelsea Walker
Chelsea Walker is a 26-year-old digital content creator hailing from New Jersey. She currently resides in New Jersey. Three words that describe her are: Driven, competitive, and scrappy.
Vokai Tribe
Lauren Beck
Lauren Beck is a 28-year-old nanny who hails from Michigan. She currently resides in California. Three words that describe her are: Bubbly, adaptable, and diligent.
Molly Byman
Molly Byman is a 27-year-old law student hailing from Boston. She currently lives in North Carolina. Three words that describe her are: Competitive, resilient, and vibrant.
Janet Carbin
Janet Carbin is a 59-year-old chief lifeguard hailing from New Jersey. She currently resides in Palm Bay, Florida. Three words that describe her are: Aggressive, enthusiastic, and vivacious.
Kellee Kim
Kellee Kim is a 29-year-old MBA student who hails from Costa Mesa, California. She currently resides in Philadelphia. Three words that describe her are: Fun, energetic, and driven.
Jason Linden
Jason Linden is a 32-year-old personal injury lawyer who hails from New York City. He currently resides in the same place as well. Three words that describe him are: Charismatic, determined, and direct.
Jack Nichting
Jack Nichting is a 23-year-old graduate student who hails from Newport News, Virginia. He currently resides in Harrisonburg, Virginia. Three words that describe him are: Determined, dreamer, and social.
Noura Salman
Noura Salman is a 36-year-old entrepreneur who hails from London/Bethesda, Maryland. She currently resides in North Potomac, Maryland. Three words that describe her are: Ambitious, passionate, and energetic.
Tommy Sheehan
Tommy Sheehan is a 26-year-old 4th-grade teacher who hails from Bayville, New York. He currently resides in Long Beach, New York. Three words that describe him are: Outgoing, competitive, and goofy.
Jamal Shipman
Jamal Shipman is a 33-year-old Admissions Counselor K-12 who hails from New Jersey. He currently resides in Rhode Island. Three words that describe him are: Balanced, inquisitive, and present.
Dan Spilo
Dan Spilo is a 48-year-old talent manager who hails from New York City. He currently resides in Los Angeles. Three words that describe him are: Hardworking, articulate, and charming.
'Survivor: Island of the Idols' will premiere only on CBS on September 25. Check your local listings for more information.