Emmett Pugh could be the show’s most controversial contender but he insists it’s really his alter ego at play.
For Australian Survivor’s self-confessed “Plant-based Superman”, the fact he’s already being described as the show’s biggest villain is not a surprise.
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“There are actually two sides to me though,” he insists.
“Plant-based Superman is an alter ego I created for myself three years ago when I embraced a mostly plant-based diet. His attributes are confidence, determination, persistence, focus and a relentless desire to succeed. He’ll do whatever it takes to win.”
Including, it seems, gloating when succeeding in challenges and taking part in blindsides!
You’ve also been called cocky and arrogant. Is that fair?
I’m just showing off my skills to prove I’m a contender and to make sure everyone knows that Superman is a challenge beast. When he pulls on the fluoro yellow Speedos that’s my signal to be super-outrageous and confident. That’s my Superman switch!
How does your softer side manifest?
My fiancée Johanna means the world to me. I went on Survivor to win the $500k so we can have the wedding and home of our dreams. We met when I was 25. Back then I was a pretty loose unit, but I transformed from a boy to a man when we got together.
I proposed on the first modelling job we booked together in 2017. Being apart from her for the show was the hardest thing I’ve ever done – and I’ve done some hectic stuff.
Is it true that you don’t sleep in camp with your teammates?
Yes. I didn’t feel comfortable spooning with randoms in the shelter, so I created a little riverside chalet for myself where I could be chill. Even Superman needs to rest!
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