Zach Trust

Zachary "Zach" Trust is a contestant from Survivor: Trinidad.

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Name (Age): Zachary “Zach” Trust (19)

Current Residence: Pittsburgh, PA

Occupation: College Student

Claim to Fame: I became Young Democrats president at my university after only my first semester. It’s a pretty big club too, so that’s pretty fantastic. I’ve always had a huge drive to succeed and that was what propelled me to a leadership position so early. (smiles)

Inspiration in Life: Honestly, this might sound stupid, but Tracy Flick. (laughs) Election is one of my favorite movies, and honestly, it’s all because of Tracy. Like, I know that she’s supposed to be annoying, and she absolutely is, but her drive, talent, and persistence? Unmatched. (giggles) I kinda want to be a non-irritating Tracy Flick in life, to be honest.

Hobbies: Other than being literally obsessed with Survivor, going to nightclubs is my s***. As soon as the local club starts letting under 21s go in, trust me, I’m there. (laughs) It’s just lighthearted fun, and in my opinion, dancing off steam is the best way to loosen up!

Pet Peeves: I don’t like it at all when people don’t take things seriously - serious things, at least. (rolls his eyes) And, when people act like using or not using phones is a personality trait. I would never date a guy who thinks he’s all that for going (finger quotes) “off the grid”, nor would I be friends with a girl who’s like (mockingly) “oh my God, I’m like, so addicted to my phone!” (rolls his eyes) Get an actual personality, please.

3 Words to Describe You: Motivated, sarcastic, and a leader

If you could bring 3 things onto the island with you, what would you bring and why?: My own personal Sandra Diaz-Twine to coach me on how to play the game when I get stuck, and ‘cause she’s the queen (laughs), a batch of my mom’s chocolate chip cookies, and a watch, since I always need to know what time it is, or I might lose my mind.

SURVIVOR Contestant you are most like: I’m literally such a stan of Danielle from Survivor: Canada, and I think we have similarities. She might be a lot more grating than me, BUT, when she wants something, she does whatever she can to get it. That’s how I want to play this game! Really, Danielle and Tracy Flick are kindred spirits, now that I think about it. (laughs)

Reason for being on SURVIVOR: (shrugs) I’m obsessed with the show, so that’s all I really need to say. I am happy to have the opportunity to prove my drive and motivation while also tapping into my social and political skills that I have yet to explore as much. I’ve always wanted to know if any of my life skills would translate to his game.

Why you will be the Sole Survivor: I’m here to play, that simple, and everything I do out there will have the game in mind. Plus, I’m young, fit, and extroverted, which are great skills to have in a game like this. (shrugs) Nobody’s going to think the not-old-enough-to-drink college student is going to do any damage, but once I’m through with them, they’ll rethink that. (winks)