Topic: S50: Angelina Keeley (Vatu)

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Angelina Keeley

Season: David vs. Goliath
Age: 35
Hometown: Sparks, Nev.
Current Residence: San Diego, Calif.
Current Occupation: Entrepreneur/Small business owner

Why do you want to come back for Survivor 50 and how does it feel to be chosen for this milestone season?

I’m coming for that crown! I feel insanely grateful. Getting to play Survivor once is a dream, getting to play twice and on a monumental anniversary season is unreal. I don’t take the opportunity lightly; I’m going to play my heart out.

What one life experience since the last time you played do you feel has prepared you for 50?

Hands down, becoming a mother! Becoming a mom is transformative, expansive, and powerful. It’s taught me patience, made my heart grow, and challenged me. Now, I’m ready for a motherquake on season 50.

Coming into this season, what is the Survivor accomplishment you are most proud of?

And what are you eager to have another shot at? I’m proud to have made it all 39 days and for being the last woman standing on David vs Goliath. I want another shot at the final Tribal Council – this time I’ll bring the heat. Also, I didn’t mention it much on DvG, but I got rice for the whole tribe!!

What would you say is your Survivor reputation and how will you manage that perception in the game?

Negotiator of Rice. Climber of ladders. Connoisseur of Jackets. I’ve got big character energy and people who have never met me will underestimate me. My plan is to take all those pieces of me that made for entertaining TV and marry that with my love of people, ability to forge deep connections and play a more humble and vulnerable game. I’ll still be as fierce and confident as ever though.

What is your strategy going into 50? And how will it differ from previous time(s) you’ve played?

Have fun, play hard, and win.

Survivor fans have had the opportunity to help shape the game this season by voting on various elements – what are you hoping makes the cut and why?

With Survivor, less is more. Less advantages and strategic power. Back to the basics of what makes this show pure magic - people being people. Live Finale! And my hot take: I want fire-making. I love making fire and would love the chance to compete in the final 4 showdown.

At this point in your life who is your biggest inspiration and why?

My two incredible daughters – Sophia and Gabrielle. They are my life’s greatest gift and biggest inspiration. They make me want to be the best version of myself. This time I‘m playing for them.

Why will you be the Sole Survivor?

Because I’m coming in hot – literally – with a jacket this time! Now I’ll be truly unstoppable.