Nneka Ejere, one of 18 contestants on the upcoming season of CBS’ Survivor, claims that life has prepared her for the game. The 43-year-old pharmacist from Weatherford, Texas, whose involvement was revealed in August 2022, will appear on the reality TV show, which will premiere September 21. Jeff Probst will host.
Everything you need to know about Survivor season 43 contestant, Nneka Ejere.
Nneka Ejere, a resident of Texas, was born and raised in Nigeria, immigrating to the US with her parents 16 years ago. She was about 27 years old then. Ejere said in her introductory video for the upcoming show that her life experience has prepared her for the competition reality show, adding:
“’Survivor’ is all about playing to your strengths. I am a terrible liar. I won’t lie. That’s how I raised my children. But my smile is an important part of who I am.”
She also says that her smile can act as a tool she intends to use in her performance. Ejere, who would join the Vesi tribe, also stated:
“I wouldn’t be here if I wasn’t absolutely sure I could win.”
Aside from Lindsay Carmina and Mike Gabler, Ejere is one of the older prospects to watch out for.
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Details about Survivor 43
The American reality television competition franchise Survivor is based on the Swedish television series Expedition Robinson. Expedition Robinson, created by Charlie Parsons, aired in 1997. The first season of Survivor debuted on CBS in 2000 and became one of the most popular series in the world, even surpassing the original. . It is hosted by Jeff Probst, who is also an executive producer with Mark Burnett and the original creator, Jim Parsons. Participants were sent to a remote area where they had to find food, fire, and shelter on their own. Candidates participate in a variety of tasks, including but not limited to the assessment of physical and mental abilities. They are then eliminated by their peers based on their stamina and talent. The last participant wins the title of ‘Single Survivor’, as well as $1 million in prize money.
In May 2022, production for the 43rd season began in Fiji. The first show will last two hours, followed by a 90-minute sequel next week on September 28. According to the Gold Derby, the candidates come from different walks of life and cultural backgrounds. together. This aligns with the network’s 50% diversity goal, which goes into effect in 2020. This requires that at least half of reality TV shows be broadcast by Black, Indigenous or Black people. color (BIPOC).
Ejere will appear alongside Cody Assenmacher, Justine Brennan, Noelle Lambert, Jesse Lopez and Dwight Moore, Geo Bustamante, Lindsay Carmine, Cassidy Clark, Karla Cruz Godoy, James Jones and Ryan Medrano, Mike “Gabler” Gabler, Owen Knight, Sami Layadi, Elisabeth “Elie” Scott, Morriah Young and Jeannette Zheng.
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