Kadir Semaan

Name (Age): Luciana Zetticci (47)

Hometown: New York City, New York

Occupation: Architect

Personal Claim to Fame: Coming to America from Italy when I was 7 years old. It taught me a lot about resilience and independence, I had to adapt to a whole new culture and learn a new language, but I’m still proudly Italian!

Inspiration in Life: My mother for sure. Adjusting to the States was really hard for her, especially because she had to leave so much of her family behind. My father passed away shortly after, but she held strong for both herself and me, and I couldn’t be prouder to say she’s my mamma.

Hobbies: Even though it’s my job and I’m already doing it 24/7, I just love architectural design. I’m really into interior design as well!

Pet Peeves: Laziness! I direct a lot of projects in my job, and some people may say I’m bossy, but I just like to get the job done.

Three Words to Describe You: Determined, hard-working, no-nonsense.

Which Survivor contestant are you most like?: The queen, Sandra Diaz-Twine! I’m very straightforward, no bull****. I’ll tell you what I’m thinking with no mercy. I also think I’ll be able to fly under the radar just like her.

What's your reason for being on Survivor?: I love Survivor so much, I’ve been watching it since season 1, episode 1. I also would love to have the money, both for me and my mother. I want to spoil her! She’s done so much for me and I want to pay it back to her.

Why do you think you'll "survive" Survivor?: I’m determined. I’m a social butterfly, but also cutthroat and sometimes bitchy. I have the strategic prowess from years of watching the show- I know what I’m getting myself into, and I’m ready.