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David Otunga

6’1”, 240 lbs., 28

David Otunga is best-known as "Punk" from VH1's hit show "I Love New York 2."   He is a competitive bodybuilder, avid MMA trainer and enthusiast and a former member of the revered Harvard Boxing Team.  Physical attributes and skills aside, David is a lawyer, having graduated from the prestigious Harvard Law School, after having obtained a Bachelors Degree in psychology from the University of Illinois.  His education includes the study of acting, leading to his appearing in several student films. David has amassed demonstrably the largest fan base out of the contestants on I Love New York 2 and has appeared on NBC's "iVillage", E!'s "Wild On," TV Guide Channel's "Reality Chat," E!'s "The Soup," Countless Radio Stations, VIBE Magazine, The Ring Boxing Magazine.  Over the past few months, David has been seen on the Red Carpet at many of the Hollywood award shows including the Grammy, BET and VIBE Awards telecasts

Michelle “Mistress Malice” Jones

5’7”, 130 lbs., 27

As Miss Horrorfest 2007, Melissa “Mistress Malice” Jones enjoys one of the largest and most dedicated followings on both Youtube and Myspace.

Melissa was born and raised in Cleburne, Texas, growing up on a dairy farm her
grandfather owned. While attending school she was active in Tae  KwonDo and
was State Champion two years running in Kata and women's sparring.

After serving a year in the Navy she continued her education, prior to her decision to pursue her dream to be an actress/model.

Her first audition was for the Miss Horrorfest competition. Selected as the
winner for the Dallas auditions she continued to compete against seven other
contestants for the crown of Miss Horrorfest which includes a $50,000
contract with After Dark Films. The competition was held on You Tube and
over 2.5 million people watched the webisodes and voted for Mistress Malice
to be the new Queen of horror.  Since obtaining the crown Mistress Malice
has been seen everywhere including The Tonight Show, Maxim.com
as 'Today's Girl.”  As Miss Malice, Melissa has graced the covers of several leading horror magazines. Mistress Malice is not only beautiful (including 11 tattoos) but smart, edgy and fearless.

Joel Anderson

6’4”. 255 lbs., 33

Joel emerged as the most physically dominant competitor on this season of CBS’ “Survivor.” A lifelong wrestling fan, he parlayed his exposure on the popular series into several appearances for Total Non-Stop Action (TNA) wrestling.

Anderson is a firefighter for the city of Phoenix, Arizona. He assists in the treatment and transport of patients with medical emergencies and also helps fight fires. He is a member of the International Association of Firefighters, Local 493 and the United Phoenix Firefighters Association.

Joel  has previously worked as a teacher. He received a BA in human communications from Arizona State University.

Anderson's hobbies include training for his job, swimming and motorcycles. He runs and lifts weights regularly. His favorite sport is Olympic-style wrestling. He describes himself as driven, loyal and caring. He believes his perseverance, self-confidence, heart, power, strength, endurance, work-ethic, intelligence, resourcefulness, EMS skills and positive attitude all contributed to his landing “Survivor.”


 

 

Jamie “Fury” Kovac

5’7”, 135 lbs., 29

As “Fury,” Jamie is one of the breakout stars of American Gladiators Season 1. She graduated summa cum laude from Cornell University with a Bachelor’s of Science in Structural Engineering and a Master’s of Engineering in Management.  While at Cornell, Jamie played Varsity Softball team and competed in the pole vault for the Varsity Track team, earning an Ivy League Championship in each.  An athlete her entire life, Jamie has also competed at a high level in Swimming, Baseball and various Weightlifting events. 

After incurring minor injuries, Jamie turned her attention to the study of fitness, nutrition and physical rehabilitation.  This has resulted in Jaime becoming both a highly sought-after trainer/consultant and a very successful Fitness Competitor.


  

 
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