Nine new pairs will take on eachother when season 29 starts next month in a slightly tweaked
Blood vs Water format - Redemption Island is out, Exile Island is in. Here are my thoughts on the cast, and also predictions on who will be the standout player of each pair.
Drew & Alec - The surfer bros
Drew's biggest concern is missing out on some good waves. Um, okay then. Alec seems smarter and quieter than Drew. They're both physically strong enough to make the merge, but once they get there it does seem like they really do want to play individual games which is refreshing and should help them both. There's bickering between them but it's obviously playful.
The better half: Alec
Kelley & Dale - Farmer and his daughter
Dale immediately struck me as likeable, but he's already admitted he might not have much of a social game. It seems like he'll try to get by on hard work, which is possible, but he's already at a disadvantage due to his age. Kelley didn't say a lot of substance, but seems very level-headed.
The better half: Kelley
Missy & Baylor - The mom/daughter cheerleading combo
Missy has big ambitions for this season: to see her and her daughter in the final three. She claims they're an intimidating duo and I'd agree with that, although she's said she'd never vote her daughter out, so she does have a soft spot. Whilst Missy seems pretty young for her age, Baylor on the other hand seems to have maturity beyond her years.
The better half: Baylor
John & Julie - Baseball star and trophy wife
Based on his colorful comments, it seems likely John has been cast to be the instigator. But will he even care enough? He didn't seem that interested in his interview. Julie on the other hand is sassy, flirty and I appreciate whenever there's hot women older than 30 on the show. But it's hard to tell if she's the real deal or just putting on a front. Well, it's definitely clear she has a large front, yaknowwhatimean?
The better half: Julie
Wes & Keith - Father/son firefighters
Despite being supposedly from an outdoorsy family, latchkey kid Wes seems like he's gonna struggle under the pressure of Survivor...and I don't think he knows that yet. I didn't think much of Keith either. "We ain't really got a plan" he said...and it shows! I wouldn't be a bit surprised if these two are the first pair out.
The better half: Wes
Jeremy & Val - The black married couple
Survivor could've found the new Cirie in Val, and I think as long as she survives the first few rounds, she'll do well. I like what she was saying about needing to be in the middle of the pack, but her husband seems to be ignoring her advice straight away by talking over her. Jeremy is laid-back and likeable and seems to have prepared well. And being a firefighter means he has an instant connection with the Nale boys.
The better half: Val
Josh & Reed - Broadway gay couple
Supposedly these two are both big fans, but Josh's strategy seems to be to sing his way to the end. Reed is a bit more focused, and already has an idea of how to play, wanting to adopt a behind-the-scenes role.
The better half: Reed
Jon & Jaclyn - College sweethearts
Surprisingly, they're not bland! Jaclyn is very quirky although I sense she could be overwhelmed by the conditions. Jon is kinda funny and I like that he's taking the game as it comes. He's talked about putting together a couples alliance if they get to the merge. I think Jon has all the makings of a winner.
The better half: Jon
Natalie & Nadiya - Sri Lankan Twins
Anyone who watches
The Amazing Race should already be familiar with the Twinnies, and you either love them or hate them. They're loud, abrasive...but often entertaining in their trainwreck factor. The aforementioned reasons are why I'm not expecting a lot from them, but they're very competitive, so they've got that going for them. Both just want to make the merge and meet up but they'll have a tough time doing even that.
The better half: Um...Nadiya. Why not? It's not like anyone can even tell them apart
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