Colby Donaldson

Colby Donaldson (born April 1, 1974) is an American television actor, best known as the runner-up on The Australian Outback.

Personal life

Donaldson was born in Christoval, Texas, and earned a degree in business marketing at Texas Tech University, where he was a member of the Phi Delta Theta fraternity. Before becoming an actor, Donaldson owned and operated a welding business, which continues to this day. He enjoys working on hot rods, hunting, and fishing.

Survivor

Survivor: The Australian Outback

Donaldson's first appearance on Survivor was in the second season, The Australian Outback. Near the end of the competition, Donaldson won the final immunity challenge, over Tina Wesson and Keith Famie. As a result, Donaldson was given the choice of whom to face in the final two. Donaldson had formed an alliance with Tina Wesson early in the show and stated that he wanted to see that through. He also said that he did not want Famie to have a shot at winning the title. In the end, Donaldson cast his vote to eliminate Famie, who was generally disliked, and who Donaldson perceived as less deserving to win the title of Sole Survivor. Ultimately, Donaldson finished in second place, with Wesson winning the competition. In an online poll during the 20th season, the decision to take Wesson to the final two was listed as one of the options for the dumbest moves in Survivor history.

Survivor: All Stars

Donaldson was selected to participate in All Stars. He was on the Mogo...
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