Amanda Myers
Hometown: Kansas City, KS
Occupation: Medical Student
Age: 26
Status: Chosen by Michael

I’m a medical student who places importance on family, friends, culture, and education. After I graduated valedictorian of my high school class, I went on to graduate from college with honors in preparation for going to medical school. Beyond my collegiate and medical education, I also hold a master's in public health degree with an emphasis in cultural competency and international medicine. In light of my interest in different cultures, I have managed to become trilingual through study and travel abroad. Anytime I have a long weekend, it's off to a different country! When I'm not studying to become a doctor or globetrotting, I can be found around Kansas City visiting art museums, playing tennis, and spending time with friends, family, and my dog, Dak.

Amy Forth
Hometown: La Jolla, CA
Occupation: Property Management
Age: 29
Status: Eliminated

I was born and raised in Sacramento, California. I was home schooled for high school and graduated at the age of 16. I spent my teens as a competitive skater. In college, I majored in theater arts with a minor in psychology. From there I delved into residential multi-family property management which allowed me the opportunity to move throughout California and the Pacific Northwest; eventually landing me in San Diego. I have been a public ambassador for the Multiple Sclerosis Association of America since 2006. As a single parent, my mother Shauna has been both an inspiration and a pivotal role model in my life. In my spare time, I enjoy ice skating, painting, researching odd subjects, radical changes to my lifestyle and appearance, having a few cocktails, and overanalyzing people in my head as though I have two hamsters in my brain farting out question marks.

Brittany Fuchs
Hometown: Fairfax, VA
Occupation: Realtor
Age: 23
Status: Eliminated

I balance my work in real estate with attending college, where I’m looking to obtain my degree in communications with a minor in marketing. I am very outgoing and love spending time with my friends and family. I feel I’d be a great daughter-in-law because I truly want to become a part of my man’s family – I would want to know and understand their values. I’m looking for a man who is ambitious, intelligent, and confident – but definitely not cocky. I enjoy reading, working out, traveling, the beach, live theatre, dancing, shopping, and museum openings.

Callie Stilwell
Hometown: Saint Louis, MO
Occupation: Health Administration Graduate Student
Age: 25
Status: Eliminated

I am 25 years old and will graduate with my master’s degree this coming May. After being in school for 18 years, I am looking forward to starting a career in healthcare in the St. Louis area. Through my years in school, I have been active with volunteering, student government, sorority, and other professional organizations. I am very blessed to have had a great upbringing where family dinners were important and the value of always doing a good job was taught. Because I was adopted, I hope to help people understand that the relationships you have with people are more important than being biologically related. In my free time I love to run, play the piano, cook, play golf, and go downtown with my friends. Continual self-improvement is important to me and on my agenda is the next St. Louis Marathon.

Camilla Poindexter
Hometown: Long Beach, CA
Occupation: Broadcast Student
Age: 21
Status: Eliminated

I'm an outstanding individual with a lot of charisma from Long Beach, California. Being the only child and raised by a single mother, I learned how to make friends at a young age by participating in extra-curricular activities like tennis, tae kwon do, drill team, and dancing. I’m a full time college student majoring in broadcasting. I grew up with a loving and supportive family who helps me every step of the way. I love to travel and meet new people. I consider myself an adventurous spirit and love taking trips to Alaska, where I’ve camped, hiked, kayaked, and fished. I’m proud to say I’ve caught 40 silver salmon in 40 minutes in a fishing derby. Aside from the outdoors, I like to go out on the town with my girlfriends, have a nice dinner, and go shopping. I am working to become a host and spokesmodel. I’m looking for a respectful man who supports my broadcasting career. My favorite quote, "Never let anyone steal your sunshine," has given me the ability to become a strong, beautiful woman and to always keep my head up. I understand the value of my life and know I'm blessed.

Cara Quici
Hometown: Corpus Christi, TX
Occupation: Singer/ Model
Age: 23
Status: Eliminated

I was born in Corpus Christi, Texas. I am pursuing a career as a musician/singer. I spend most of my time recording, practicing my singing, or playing piano. I recently finished recording my very first song entitled, "As We Live." To me the most important things in life are God and family. I love my family with all of my heart – my brothers and I are extremely close. I am also the middle child. I taught Sunday school for many years and enjoyed working with kids. I hope to someday be a great wife and mother and don’t believe in divorce. I have been known to become a bit free-spirited from time to time, and have crazy fun! That must be the Gemini in me. I aspire to become a philanthropist, so that I may help others. I believe helping others is the most important thing God has intended for us to do!

Carina Whitcomb
Hometown: Reno, NV
Occupation: Communications Student
Age: 22
Status: Eliminated

I come from a small town just outside of Lake Tahoe. I’m thankful I grew up in such a beautiful place and am still best friends with the girls I went to school with. I currently attend the University of Nevada, Reno where I study speech communications. After I graduate next fall, I plan to move to Los Angeles where I will pursue a career in entertainment hosting. While attending school, I work as a cocktail server at a nightclub in Reno. I competed in pageants for four years and held two local titles, Miss Reno/Sparks and Miss Douglas County, and I was first-runner-up to Miss Nevada USA 2007. I love to spend time outdoors, going to Lake Tahoe, wakeboarding, snowboarding, and running. I love going out, dancing, and being with my family and my friends!

Donna Coffee
Hometown: Dallas, TX
Occupation: Marketing Manager
Age: 30
Status: Eliminated

Warm greetings from your “Morning Coffee”! I am a writer who loves to express myself freely and as the spirit gives utterance. I consider myself a Renaissance woman and polymath – forever learning and teaching. I cannot teach effectively what I have not learned sufficiently. From my many intellectual pursuits, I have only grown wiser and much more knowledgeable. I participate in various community charities specializing in homelessness – something that hit me personally for three years. I have set a platform for self-education and enjoy motivating people from all over the world to use their natural abilities for unlimited prosperity. Like coffee, I give a surge of energy to all those I am around. I hope you are energized by the truth of me, Donna Coffee.

Erica Ellyson
Hometown: Hurley, MS
Occupation: Adult Model
Age: 24
Status: Eliminated

Hey y’all! I was born and raised in South Mississippi. I grew up a bit of a tomboy; fishing with my parents, running track, playing golf and softball. After attending community college, I went to architecture school until I received the title of the 2008 Penthouse Pet of the Year. Right now, I’m taking a break from my studies due to my travel demands as a Penthouse Pet. I will go back to school when my year with Penthouse is finished. I like to play golf as much as possible. When not on the course, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends: cooking, eating, and watching football and baseball.

Jamie Rapp
Hometown: Anchorage, AK
Occupation: Cosmetic Sales
Age: 21
Status: Eliminated

My family means everything to me, and my siblings are two of my best friends. My family owns an animal hospital, so our house was full of animals. Growing up in Alaska meant there were always places for us to explore as close as our own back yard, from building snow forts to hiking and camping. Aside from adventuring, my hobbies include knitting, graphic design, attending concerts and writing. In fact, I have an uncanny ability to compose perfect iambic pentameter. I also work with a charity tutoring homeless and underprivileged children. I'm looking for an energetic, creative guy who's constantly looking for excitement, but if a guy can make me laugh, there isn't much else I need."

Jessica Brown
Hometown: Atlanta, GA
Occupation: Advertising Acount Executive
Age: 24
Status: Eliminated

If athlete-turned-beauty queen strikes you as a contradiction in terms, then you haven't met me, a feisty, accomplished competitor with titles of Miss Teen United States 2004, Miss Georgia Teenager 2003 and one of the "50 Most Beautiful Atlantans", as voted by JEZEBEL Magazine, in 2007. An Atlanta native, I graduated from Brenau University, summa cum laude, in May of 2007 with a degree in Broadcasting/Journalism and am an aspiring entertainment news reporter. I know without a doubt that I would not be the woman I am today if it was not for my loving and supportive close-knit family. Aside from being Will Ferrell's number one fan, I am a hopeless romantic who believes in fate and destiny. In fact, my favorite movies include Serendipity and P.S I love you."

As cliche as it might sound, I firmly believe that beauty comes from within. In fact, beauty pageants really helped to push me beyond a level that was comfortable, and, by proxy, instilled me with an admirable reserve or confidence-a quality that I credit with true beauty. The nicest thing you can do for someone else is just to be a compassionate, giving and considerate person. I take pride in volunteering for cause-worthy organizations and firmly believe that compassion is the key to understanding.

Jessica Crider
Hometown: Pleasant Hill, MO
Occupation: Model
Age: 21
Status: Eliminated

I am a single mother of one very cute and wonderful three-year-old boy, Brayden. As a professional model, I have accomplished many goals that I have set for myself. The profession has been good to me. I've been awarded cash prizes, photo shoots, and had the privilege to travel to such places as San Francisco, Texas, and the Bahamas. I am very family oriented and love camping and fishing (I make my dad take the fish off my hook!) I enjoy spending time with friends, shopping, and being goofy. I am friendly, outgoing, silly, down-to-earth and I live by a quote from Eleanor Roosevelt, "No one can make you feel inferior without your consent". I look forward to furthering my modeling career and all it has to offer.

Julie Bornemann
Hometown: Edwardsville, IL
Occupation: Fashion Designer
Age: 22
Status: Eliminated

Hey! I’m from a small town outside of St. Louis, Missouri. I studied fashion at the Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising. I’ve designed apparel for a major beer company and sports team. I'm grateful for all of the opportunities presented to me and I'm having so much fun! I enjoy trying different foods and exploring various ethnic cuisines. I love cooking, playing soccer, dancing, jet skiing, just about anything involving the ocean and of course, long walks on the beach. I also love working with various charities and plan to have a clothing line that donates a large percentage of its profits to the sick and underprivileged children. So I guess you could say I pretty much have it all figured out..... now all I need is to find Mr. Right.

Lauren Potter
Hometown: New York, NY
Occupation: Waitress
Age: 28
Status: Chosen by Robb

I was born and raised in Miami, Florida. Dancing is my favorite workout and stress reliever and I also love to sing anything pop/rock/jazzy/ soulful. I’ve been in the play, "Accomplice: New York" since it opened four years ago. I feel like the luckiest girl in the world to have such a close, loving, and supportive family. They mean the absolute world to me.

Liz Gasinski
Hometown: Hamden CT
Occupation: Pediatric Nurse
Age: 26
Status: Eliminated

Hi! As a pediatric nurse, I love working with children but also value their health and well-being which is why I love my profession. It is a privilege to take part in these children's lives when they are most vulnerable. Sometimes just being that extra shoulder to lean on for a family member or friend is the most rewarding part of my day. Next year, I plan on finishing up my master's in nursing and then volunteer for Operation Smile, a non-profit organization that provides reconstructive surgery to indigent children throughout the world with facial deformities. I moved to the US from Poland at the age of 4. I have incredible parents who not only taught me the importance of working my hardest to achieve my goals, but also to never forget our family values and history. To this day we share family dinners at least once a week just to catch up with one another. Our holidays include fun Polish traditions, delicious food, and customs I can't wait to pass down. I am fluent in Polish as well. Thanks to my parents, these little differences make me unique and different, but they are also something I can share with others! I love cooking, watching movies, traveling, going to the beach, running, working out, going to New York Giants and Boston Red Sox games. I enjoy going out for dinner and wine with friends, but don’t mind spending a relaxing night at home either. I'm spontaneous and always up for trying new things, but also recognize and enjoy the adventures of everyday life!

Lynette McKinney
Hometown: Powder Springs, GA
Occupation: Communications Student
Age: 21
Status: Eliminated

Hey NBC viewers! You know my name, but who am I? I am loved, I am determined, and I am blessed. For the most part, I take life on as it comes and do my best to maintain a positive attitude while doing so. I’m energetic and passionate about my friends and family and everything I wish to achieve while on this earth. Helping people is infinite in the equation of my completion of life, along with working with youth, loving my family, and motivating. I asked a few close friends to describe me in three words for the purpose of a bio. The three most common words included diligent, spontaneous, and ambitious. The three that stood out the most for me were unique, grounded, and a natural leader. If those that I care most about describe me in such ways, I have no doubt in my mind that I am doing an excellent job of simply being Lynette McKinney. I want to leave you with this: Beware of the snake in man's flesh for he is completely opposite of the LOVE of GOD! He comes to run havoc and ultimately bamboozle you! (Don't get stuck in his trap.) Hope you enjoyed me!

Madeleine Aseron
Hometown: Statesboro, GA
Occupation: Public Relations Student
Age: 21
Status: Eliminated

Currently, I am pursuing a degree in Public Relations at the University of Georgia. When people first meet me, they are usually a little shocked that I’m a Filipino-American and have a Southern accent. I was born and raised in a small town named Statesboro located in southern Georgia. I am a technology nerd and video gamer. I challenge any guy out there to beat me at Guitar Hero! In five adjectives, I would describe myself as caring, intelligent, logical, loyal, and resourceful. I also have a big sense of humor and love cracking jokes. I believe the perfect guy for me is out there because I have already witnessed perfect relationships within my own family. I feel it’s really important for guys to have genuine respect for women. Here's a tip, if a guy ever wants to get a second date with me, I do not take rudeness and being put down as flirty, but rather as an insult. I'm an optimist all the way and know the right man is out there!

Maisha Gainer
Hometown: Los Angeles, CA
Occupation: Law Enforcement
Age: 26
Status: Eliminated

My life defies category and description, as my unique personality and accomplishments break every stereotype – I am a model, who also holds a master's degree, and just happens to work as a law enforcement officer. I am a Los Angeles native with a real zest for living. I spent my formative years as a tomboy. I played on my high school's basketball team and excelled at track and field. But it was my love for the arts that were also burgeoning, which lead me to pursue ballet and to learn classical clarinet. However, it was my time at Grambling State University in Louisiana that truly transformed my life. As my passion for justice developed, my desire to find a deeper understanding of law and our criminal justice system spurred me on to complete my bachelor's degree in criminal justice. My love of learning motivated me to further my education. I went on to receive my master's degree in clinical psychology at Pepperdine University in Malibu, California. I enjoy doing charitable work through my sorority, Delta Sigma Theta, and spending time with my loving and supportive family as well as golfing, traveling, working with young people, reading motivational books and caring for my Yorkshire terrier, Mr. Wilson. Welcome to my world!!!!! Xoxo

Megan Albetus
Hometown: Spokane, WA
Occupation: Animal Caretaker
Age: 26
Status: Eliminated

Howdy! Spawned and reared in Spokane, WA, my younger brother and I enjoyed all the perks and privileges of a single-mom, middle class household. Our little family unit has endured its share of trials and tribulations, but they've only served to strengthen the bond of our happy little trio. I confess, I'm a total "momma's girl," and I consider myself fortunate to have a best friend in my mom, Nancy! My formative years were spent as something of a social pariah, due to being a terribly shy bookworm. Discovering dance sparked a change within me, however, and opened me up to the thrill of entertaining others. Despite my love of performing and ballet, I elected to take a more pragmatic approach to my future and went on to attend Washington State University, where I studied criminal justice and political science. A nerd since birth, I've come to terms with this and now fully embrace all my less-than-cool pursuit and attributes. I love writing, getting lost in a good book, stimulating games of Scrabble, savoring a cup of coffee, rollerblading to ABBA tunes, traveling, viewing copious amounts of television, and cleaning! As a proud pet parent of four cats, I'm a bit of a crazy cat lady in-the-making! My love of animals isn't just limited to felines, as I love all critters great and small. I've never had the love of a good fellow in my life, but I wouldn't mind changing that! I firmly believe that humor is the sexiest quality a man can possess. I'm sarcastic, neurotic, hardworking, and loyal and hope to find someone with similar qualities who will overlook all my idiosyncrasies! Oh, and they MUST love animals!

Meghan Allen
Hometown: Dallas, TX
Occupation: Bartender/Model
Age: 27
Status: Eliminated

I love Texas and all it has to offer. I have the most amazing job and friends! I am a hair stylist, but right now I’m working as a bartender/cocktail waitress at one of the hottest clubs in Dallas. I love my job because it gives me free time to do what I love most, which is modeling. Lately, I’ve been very busy with photo shoots because I am working on a website. In my free time I love doing anything that has to do with water... the beach, pool, boating etc. I love hanging out with my friends and just relaxing. I'm a very laid-back person and love to laugh and have a good time. I’m probably one of the goofiest girls you'd ever meet. I'm not afraid to be myself – for instance, I love to burp out loud and am not shy about it! My little Chihuahua Bella is my world! I have the most amazing family. Since they live in Pennsylvania I miss them tons! That's pretty much me in a nutshell.

Michelle Kopasz
Hometown: Houston, TX
Occupation: Spokemodel
Age: 25
Status: Eliminated

Hello everyone! I’m a Texan native, who as a child was known as the bubbly girl with long, blonde hair and sparkly eyes. During high school and college I was active in sports and fitness. I turned out to be a huge success on the volleyball court, earning a full athletic scholarship. I attended the University of Houston to pursue a career in broadcast journalism. Throughout my college years, I was able to utilize my stellar personality to sell homes throughout the Houston area. Additionally, I used my talents and acquired an internship at Houston's #1 Top 40 morning show. Producers thought highly of my talents and had me record various radio commercials. That led to me as a featured on-air personality. I am the spokesmodel for the Walter Umphrey Cancer Center in Beaumont, Texas and an online realty company. I also have several television commercials in my repertoire. I will be featured in the 2009 Health & Fitness Calendar as well as the 2009 Premiere Swimsuit Calendar. Recently, I filmed my first independent film, "Doublespeak." My dream is to become an entertainment news reporter. I am ready to take on any successful opportunity that comes my way. My ease with the camera, keen broadcasting skills, charm, and outgoing personality (as well as my striking looks), will tantalize any audience!

Mindy Finney
Hometown: Macon, GA
Occupation: Kindergarten Teacher
Age: 22
Status: Chosen by JoJo

I was born and raised in Macon, Georgia, which is in the very center of the state. It is a short drive to either the beach or the mountains, so I always felt it was a wonderful place to grow up. My family, friends, and school environment have all played a vital role in shaping me into the individual that I am today. My family encouraged me to persevere and have a positive outlook on life. I was a cheerleader for my entire high school career. At Georgia Southern University, I became a member of Zeta Tau Alpha Sorority and have met some of the most awesome friends one could ever wish for. I love to have a good time and am usually up for anything. I have the most AMAZING life and feel very blessed. I thank God every day for all of the wonderful opportunities that have come my way and for all of the people He has placed in my life. I guess you could say I’m your typical Southern girl… I’m polite, talk with a pretty strong accent, love the outdoors, am family-oriented, and have strong morals and beliefs. I love to laugh, have fun, and spend time with friends and family. I am very down to earth and will get along with anyone. My friends tell me that my weakness is actually being too nice at times. My son Charlie, a 10 month-old shiatsu, is spoiled rotten - just like me! He has to have ice in his water, and his food is always warm!

Misty Alli
Hometown: Youngstown, OH
Occupation: Public Relations
Age: 26
Status: Eliminated

I was born and raised in the small city of Youngstown, Ohio. I am the true definition of a go-getter. I’m a 5'0” petite girl on the outside, but make it a habit to approach the world as if I am six feet tall! When I set out to do something, I allow nothing and no one to stand in my way. I am the daughter of two police officers. I have two sisters and three brothers. I pride myself on my intellect, the need to learn, and my confidence to always be myself no matter who is watching. I am very happy with who I am and have no reason to change. Others don't have to agree with me, but they WILL respect me! I love my family, green tea, French fries, the color red, and spicy foods. :) Although I do consider myself a classy, educated, sassy, and sexy Pisces to never be crossed; I’m really a goofy, humble kid at heart-with a genuine love for people and a weakness for laughter. I live by the quote "I would rather be hated for who I am, then loved for who I am not."

Myaa Thompson
Hometown: Dallas, TX
Occupation: Registered Nurse
Age: 30
Status: Eliminated

One of my proudest accomplishments is finishing nursing school. I get a great deal of fulfillment and gratification in helping people. I’m a motivator to all my friends – I tell everyone around me to live out their dreams and go for it. The motto I live by is, “Just do it”. I’m a football fanatic who loves dancing, playing spades, and learning new things – especially about new cultures. I’m also into interior design. I love decorating – definitely into contemporary and chic styles. I love my two shiatsu-Pekingese dogs Cassie and Ginger. They keep me on my toes. I’m looking for a guy with a good sense of humor. He’s got to be a go-getter who supports me in my career.

Natalie Flores
Hometown: Houston, TX
Occupation: Liquor Brand Manager
Age: 24
Status: Eliminated

I am the youngest of four in my family and hail from Houston, Texas. I currently work in the exciting world of marketing spirits and am an avid wine/spirits connoisseur. I consider myself intelligent, witty, charming, and dangerously flirtatious! Most friends and family know me to be very forward, aggressive, assertive, blunt, bold, and quite spicy! I enjoy the ballet, opera, symphony, and have an affinity for the theatre. In my spare time, I relish in the opportunity of partaking in a great debate and also like to play miniature golf, when I'm not catching a new movie with fellow movie buffs. My ideal man is one that doesn't exist! In all seriousness, I like a man who possesses good morals, standards and values, is warm, caring, considerate, highly intelligent, witty beyond belief and who has his own passions in life. It would also help if he was relatively easy on the eyes! I know my unicorn is out there somewhere, perhaps anticipating my arrival, eagerly waiting for me next to a rainbow and a pot of gold?!

Nikki O'Connell
Hometown: Old Bridge, NJ
Occupation: Promotional Model
Age: 22
Status: Eliminated

I lived on a farm until the age of six. My amazing college years were spent at Monmouth University in West Long Branch, New Jersey where I majored in public relations. I joined the sorority Delta Phi Epsilon and studied abroad in Australia. I hope to become a special events planner. Currently, I’m involved in promotional modeling and have appeared in magazines such as Stuff, Maxim, Teen People, and Seventeen Magazine. I’ve also been in commercials and modeled different clothing lines. I enjoy taking pictures, music, traveling, and spending time with my friends and family, who I am so grateful for. I also love sports and athletes, mainly baseball and football. Even though I’m an outgoing girl, when it comes to guys, I’m kind of shy. I believe in fate and that everything happens for a reason. If you want something in life, you just need to go out and get it!

Payten Ellington
Hometown: Atlanta, GA
Occupation: Court Reporter
Age: 22
Status: Eliminated

I’m your typical Southern girl. I love to cook Southern food for friends and family. Everyone loves my grilling and bar-b-cue. I got into court reporting because I love the excitement of the courtroom and being part of the process. My parents mean the world to me and I’m really close with my brother and sister. I’d say I’m a really outgoing gal who likes to let myself loose once in awhile. I love animals and have two big boxers and a little dachshund. They get along great. I’d call myself a tomboy – I’ve always been into sports – surfing, tennis, dancing, Frisbee, and even skydiving. I just started to yolo, which I totally love! I one day hope to get married and start a family, but right now I am enjoying living at the beach and hanging out in the sun.

Rana Lyn Kaidbey
Hometown: Dallas, TX
Occupation: Bartender/Model
Age: 26
Status: Eliminated

I graduated from Texas Christian University cum laude. My goals are to some day become a television host, as I refuse to let anything or anyone hold me back. All right, I am going to break this down for you... I'm a badass. It is true. I am extremely witty, and I’m always cracking jokes, so if you cannot keep up… take it somewhere else. I am normally out enjoying life with my friends and avoiding fake people in this world. I don't like people who pretend to be something they are not...and only time will show that. I’m a bartender, so that means if I have a night off most of the time I'm at a bar seeing my friends. I get told quite often I have the appearance of a bitch, but when people meet me, the majority will say I’m the biggest sweetheart ever. I am religious and believe God will have my back. There has not been a situation that I haven't triumphed over yet. The game is not over yet, because I didn't hear the fat lady singing anyway! I am a leader and definitely not a follower, so if I made up my mind about something then trust me you can't change it. I am a huge huge huge chocoholic and can almost always eat a pizza. I am actually more like a guy than a girl when it comes to my personality. I played sports for years and follow it, so get ready guys!!!! Now, I am learning that you have to earn the right to be in my life... it's not just handed over to anyone anymore because I know quality is hard to find. I live by the motto: dude life's one big-ass party and I generally like to be the one leading the fun!!!

Rochelle Torgman
Hometown: New York, NY
Occupation: Business Analyst
Age: 23
Status: Eliminated

At 23 years old, the world is at my fingertips. I am working towards gaining the tools to start my own business venture and one day aspire to be a published author. I surround myself with love from family and friends as well as energetic people – all of whom, when things are hanging by a thread, sew me back to shape. Growing up with foreign parents has opened me up to new languages, exotic travel, and culture. I enjoy spontaneity, laughing uncontrollably, yoga, and chocolate mint-covered anything. If you can make me laugh, and tickling doesn't count, I am your new best friend.

Simone Hopson
Hometown: Atlanta, GA
Occupation: Business Student
Age: 27
Status: Eliminated

Who am I? I am the product of what my parents and grandparents believe. They believe in honesty, integrity, hard work, discipline, loyalty, love, and most importantly, they believe in God. With that belief system as my foundation, I have come to believe a few things – I believe that "Can't doesn't exist and difficult isn't impossible." I believe that wherever and whenever there is fear present in your life, you should extract it, and replace it with faith. I believe that selflessness and love are the solutions to all of our problems. I believe one should dream BIG! Anything is possible. Give, give, give! The only thing you should not give, is up!

Stacy Fuson
Hometown: Tacoma, WA
Occupation: Student/Model
Age: 30
Status: Eliminated

I loved growing up in Washington State. This led me to my love of fishing and boating. As a kid, I played a lot of sports. My favorites are softball, volleyball, basketball, and bowling. I enjoy traveling and have been to England, France, Croatia, Argentina, Peru, Panama, and Japan. I love Japanese food, especially sushi. For the past 12 years, I've been modeling and have worked on "Entourage," "Shallow Hal," "American Pie," and "Sullivan Sisters." I was Playboy's Miss February 1999 and the 2005 St. Pauli Girl. I love the beach, going to dinner, and watching movies. I'm a producer and anchor on a news website. I’m also going to business school and will soon launch my own brand of vitamins, Vitamins by Stacy.

Vita Alexander
Hometown: Los Angeles, CA
Occupation: Critical Care Nurse
Age: 25
Status: Eliminated

Professionally, I'm an ICU nurse at the third best hospital in the nation. I've been in the Air National Guard for six years and I'm transitioning to a new military career as a flight nurse. I was born and raised in lil’ ol' Youngstown, Ohio, but relocated to Los Angeles after college. I can say that my move to L.A. has been extremely challenging but equally rewarding. I'm 25 years old and 100% woman! I'm very independent and self-sufficient. My motto is, "I want a man but damn sure don't need one!" The best word to describe me personally is "balanced," like the concept of yin and yang. I'm soft and sweet with a firm and sassy side. I'm an intellectual but I can definitely have a good time! My interests are traveling, horseback riding, and writing. I have almost completed my first fictional "man-hating" novel: "A Mad Woman's Anthem"!