Andrew Sanderson

 is a contestant from Survivor: Mentawai.

Survivor: Mentawai
Age: 53

Hometown: Pittsburgh, PA

Current residence: Pittsburgh, PA

Occupation: Businessman

Hobbies: Coaching my kids in sports.

Pet peeves: People who are overly dramatic, I'd say.

Three words to describe you: Social, fun-loving, personable.

What is your personal claim to fame? Making enough money to finally buy a house just a mile from the beach. It's been a goal of mine forever and I was finally able to do it this past year.

Who or what is your inspiration in life? My father-in-law is amazing. He's 92 and still goes into work. If I could stay that in shape that late in my life, I'd be stunned. I mean, look at me now, I look like I'm halfway to the old folks' home already!

If you could have three things on the island, what would they be and why? Pictures of my kids to remind me of home, sunscreen because I'm pale as hell, and my running shoes.

Which Survivor contestant are you the most like? I really liked the firefighter from Cambodia, what was his name? Jeremy I think. He was great. I may not be as built as him but I think I've got a similar drive to win the game and I could use that to my advantage.

What's your reason for being on Survivor? My wife applied but they met me at the Casting Call and wanted me. I had to live out her dream!

Why do you think you'll "survive" Survivor? Oh, I don't think I will. (Laughs) Seriously, my wife and kids are the fans in the house and they told me I had to do it. They gave me a bunch of pointers but I'm just gonna be myself and see how that goes. I'm a likable guy and people are gonna wanna keep me around as long as I'm making myself useful, so we'll see how it goes!