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Name (Age): ​Dave Edmonton (52)

Tribe Designation: TBD

Current Residence: Strathmere, New Jersey

Occupation: Firefighter

Personal Claim to Fame: I've been told several times that I resemble the qualities, looks, and attitude of Barack Obama (​laughing), which I guess is a good thing. Seriously though, it would have to be working my way up to Fire Captain after 28 years of serving in the Fire Department. My job is the second most important thing in my life, aside from my family.

Inspiration in Life: Without question, my son Luke. Luke has osteosarcoma, a form of bone cancer, and he only has around nine months to live. I expected Luke to be very pessimistic (like all of us were), but he proved that his cancer was not going to let him down at all. He continues to go outside everyday with friends, and he even got married last year to a wonderful son-in-law, Jack.

Hobbies: Playing Frisbee, Golf, Working Out at the Gym, Dinner Dates with my wife, Marcia, and Reading History Books

Pet Peeves: People who bully others for no reason, littering, and dirty fingernails (the last two will be something I probably do.)

3 Words to Describe You: Calm, Friendly, Athletic

If You Could Have 3 Things on The Island What Would They Be? 1) A scrapbook of my family. I kept a family scrapbook since 1994, and I've been filling it up with family memories ever since. 2) shaving cream and a razor so I can avoid grey and white facial hair. 3) My iPod so I'll be able to listen to music whilst everyone else is busy cannibalizing each other.

Survivor Contestant You Are Most Like: Someone who I really liked was Jeremy Collins, as I believed he showed courage and determination. Also, Jeremy was a strong strategist who never crumbled under the pressure.

Reason for Being on Survivor: I'd like to show the world that an "old guy" like myself still has enough energy as the next guy, and I want to win the money so Marcia & I can retire before we turn 56.

Why You Think You’ll “Survive” SURVIVOR: I have a lot of faith in myself, as I exercise almost everyday, and I maintain a healthy diet, whilst only having sweets twice a week. I believe I'm able to handle the social part of the game, as I'm not egotistical, and I can put up with the many overbearing personalities I'll most likely encounter out on the island.