Jerome Thomas

 is a contestant from Survivor: Gilbert Islands.

Profile
Name (Age): Jerome Thomas (31)

Tribe Designation: Makin

Current Residence: Atlanta, GA

Occupation: Sales Clerk

Claim to Fame: My beautiful three-year-old daughter, Tina. She is such a bright and energetic kid that I can't help but smile whenever I think about her. God, I'm going to miss her so much while I'm on the island.

Inspiration in Life: I've never actually met him face-to-face because my aunt and my mom have been at odds with each other for as long as I can remember, but my little cousin Aidan is a great role model. He does so much for poor and marginalized youth in Seattle that I've also felt compelled to take action on social issues after hearing him tell his story while on Big Brother.

Hobbies: Watching TV shows (including SURVIVOR), reading, and vacationing - anything to get away from my boring job.

Pet Peeves: People who have the power to do something and choose not to. This applies both to real life and the game - I want to make moves if I can instead of taking the easy way out.

3 Words to Describe You: Calculated, determined, & opportunistic

If You Could Bring One Thing on the Island With You, What Would You Bring and Why?: My television set! I'm no dummy, I know that all of the running around and strategizing on the show isn't realistic. It's going to be mostly down time on the island, so it'd be nice to have something to kill time.

Reason for Being on SURVIVOR: What can I say? It's a great getaway from the monotony of everyday life. Add in the fact that I'm a big SURVIVOR fan, and it's a no-brainer, really. A million bucks, fame, a free vacation... it's really the dream.

What is Your Strategy to Become the Sole Survivor?: I'm going to control this game with an iron fist. I want to be behind all of the votes, blindsides, and strategy while I'm there. I'm not a dumb guy, and I will be able to use any new twists to my advantages or find an idol if I'm in jeopardy. It won't be easy for them to get rid of me.

Trivia

 * Jerome's cousin, Aidan Thomas, competed on the second season of MATT DB's Big Brother series, placing third.