Kimberly Velazquez

**Kimberly Ann Velazquez** is a contestant from *Survivor: Palau* and *Survivor: Nicaragua*.

On *Palau*, Kimberly was the only castaway to remain on Koror for both tribe switches. Kimberly endured a severe losing streak and was even targeted several times; however, Kimberly's social connections kept her at the top of Koror, with her allies sticking on her side. Once at the merge, Kimberly continued creating strong bonds with everyone and stayed relatively under-the-radar, earning herself a spot in the Final Three. At the Final Tribal Council, Kimberly was praised for her social game, but was criticized for her lack of big moves. Ultimately, she earned one jury vote from Kajal Nath and finished as the Second Runner-Up.

Kimberly's ride on *Nicaragua* was much shorter, as she tried to create an all-female alliance on the Favorites tribe which ended up backfiring. Due to Jennifer Randall's decision to stick with the men and rat out Kimberly's alliance, Kimberly was voted out first.

## Profile

* Nicaragua
* Palau
Kimberly previously competed on *Palau*, reaching the Final Three. Kimberly's determination to win the game is back and stronger than ever.

* **Castaway:** Kimberly Velazquez (40)
* **Current Residence:** Chicago, Illinois
* **Previous Season:** *Survivor: Palau* (3rd)
* **Tribe:** Favorites
* **Why are you back on *Survivor*?** To prove I've still got it.
* **What are you most excited for this season?** A new location, and a new cast.
* **What's your biggest regret from your past season?** Playing too nice.
* **Why are you going to be the Sole Survivor?**
*Retrieved from survivorthesims.fandom.com*.

* **Name:** Kimberly Velazquez
* **Age:** 40
* **Hometown:** Chicago, IL
* **Current Residence:** Chicago, IL
* **Occupation:** Dean of Admissions
* **Hobbies:** Drawing and painting, hanging out with my girls, laughing, working out, nights in with my family.
* **Three words to describe you:** Tenacious, smart, and kind.
* **What are you most proud of?** I know it's a cheesy answer, but of course it has to be my family and marriage. Raising four kids is definitely NOT easy, but my husband and I did that together. So, of course I'm really proud of us and all we've accomplished together.
* **What past *Survivor* contestant are you most like?** I have the motherly instincts of Ta'Kia Robinson, the sharp strategic mind of Keith Trager and the charm and personality of Danielle Douglas.
* **Why will you be the Sole Survivor?** I've been watching this show since *Survivor: Samoa* and I'm probably the biggest superfan you'll ever meet. I feel like by now, I have a good strategy just from watching: to stay under the radar while also making sure I have a part in the big decisions.

## Post-Survivor

* Kimberly along with her fellow *Palau* finalists, Cody Graf and Deonte Paul, appeared on the first episode of Tyler Lobdell's *Survivor*-themed podcast "Tyler Has a Podcast" on September 16, 2021.
* Kimberly attended the *Nicaragua* premiere party on January 19, 2022.

## Trivia

* Both seasons Kimberly competed, she began on an orange tribe.
* Kimberly is the second returning player to place last on their second season, after Tyler Lobdell on *Survivor: All-Stars*.
* Kimberly is the third finalist to receive one jury vote at the Final Tribal Council, following Jared Klein on *Survivor: Thailand*, and Tommy Lyons on *Survivor: Philippines*.
* Kimberly is the castaway on *Palau* to remain on Koror during the entire pre-merge portion of the game.
* Only men casted votes against Kimberly up until Jennifer Randall's vote at the final four.
* Kimberly was only immune twice during her entire time on *Palau*.
* Kimberly did not win any challenges post-merge.
* Kimberly lost 24 lbs during her time on *Palau*.

## References

1. ↑ Kimberly's Instagram.
2. ↑ Kimberly's Instagram.
3. ↑ Instagram.
4. ↑ Kimberly's Ponderosa Clip.