Get ready to witness the birth of a brave new world. On the daring unscripted series UTOPIA, 15 pioneering Americans wave goodbye – for an entire year – to the lives they’ve known, move to a remote location and set out to create a society from scratch. They’ve got limited supplies, wildly diverse backgrounds and zero bathrooms. UTOPIA kicks off with a special three-night premiere, beginning on a special night, Sunday, Sept. 7 (8:00-10:00 PM ET/PT), following the FOX NFL doubleheader. The series continues in its regular time period, Tuesday, Sept. 9 (8:00-9:00 PM ET/PT), with six special broadcasts on Fridays (8:00-9:00 PM ET/PT), beginning Sept. 12 on FOX. From executive producer John de Mol, and based on the hit Dutch television series of the same name, UTOPIA asks the question: “If you could restart the world, what would you do differently?” These 15 Utopians – seven women, eight men – have accepted the challenge and each of them brings a unique skill set and ideal to UTOPIA. A lawyer, a preacher, a contractor, a chef, an ex-con and a soon-to-be-mom are among those seeking to build this new society. What conflicts will emerge, what leaders will arise and what ideals will shape this new world? Fans will have the opportunity to witness life in UTOPIA with 24/7 access to live streaming video, episodes and exclusive content on UtopiaTV.com and the Utopia App. The UTOPIA App will be available for iOS, Android and Windows on Friday, Aug. 29. Check out UtopiaTV.com for more details and additional updates. Meet the 15 Utopians: BELLA CHARTRAND If there’s one person prepped for success in Utopia, it’s naked yoga enthusiast Bella, known as “the peppy prepper with a purpose” in her Southern hometown. “I’d rather be digging a hole than on a date,” says Bella, who nonetheless remains “open to the possibility of having a child in Utopia.” Name: Bella Chartrand Vitals: 45, single Habitat of Origin: Griffin, GA Occupation: Real estate entrepreneur; survivalist prepper Skillset: Has been ready for Utopia for 10 years Link: http://fox.tv/1yX3SAk -more- “UTOPIA” PIONEERS – Page 2 ANDREA COX “I’m a Christian who drops the f-bomb,” announces this detox diva, who would resort to cannibalism before killing or eating an animal. Utopians beware: “When I snap, I can be a little b*tchy and manipulating to get my way,” the self-proclaimed born-again virgin warns. Name: Andrea Cox Vitals: 38, single Habitat of Origin: San Diego, CA Occupation: Raw vegan chef; detox expert Skillset: Juicing EVERYTHING Link: http://fox.tv/1tf7Zbw ________________________________________ “5TH AVE” DAVE GREEN “On paper, I’m written off,” says 5th Avenue Dave, a former drug dealer and burglar who’s been in and out of jail since 17. “I wanna show the world that ex-convicts and felons can make a change.” Name: Dave Green Nickname: 5th Avenue Vitals: 31, single Habitat of Origin: Queens, NY Occupation: Homeless/Unemployed Skillset: Sales; hustling; amateur barbering; smooth-talking Link: http://fox.tv/1tf7EW1 ________________________________________ ROB HOSPIDOR “I’m a g*ddamn patriot,” says proud Jersey native Rob Hospidor, who’s excited to represent America – “the REAL ’Merica,” he clarifies. The gun-loving libertarian is sure to clash with the “hippies, kumbayahs and hairy-legged broads” he suspects will populate Utopia. Name: Rob Hospidor Vitals: 38, engaged Habitat of Origin: South Amboy, NJ Occupation: Security programmer Skillset: Hunting; fishing; handling guns; getting combative Link: http://fox.tv/1tf7QEQ -more- “UTOPIA” PIONEERS – Page 3 JOSH JOHNSTON “You can’t build a house without a general contractor, and you can’t build Utopia without me,” says Josh. A natural leader and a self-proclaimed “sexy beast,” Josh is on a personal quest to unify the group to build the most gratifying society possible. Name: Josh Johnston Vitals: 36, father Habitat of Origin: Salt Lake City, UT Occupation: General contractor Skillset: Building; cooking; sewing; fishing; hunting Link: http://fox.tv/1tf7VZd ________________________________________ JONATHAN LOVELACE “When I go to Utopia, God goes to Utopia,” proclaims Jonathan, who hopes to build a church and baptize his fellow Utopians. Name: Jonathan Lovelace Vitals: 44, married with two kids Habitat of Origin: Church Hill, TN Occupation: Pastor; high school coach Skillset: Building; hunting; fishing; praying Link: http://fox.tv/1yX3YrU ________________________________________ NIKKI NOCE An ideal society won’t take shape overnight, but don’t expect that to phase Nikki. The holistic doctor and tantric sex enthusiast is sure to take a hands-on approach to communal living. “The human touch is so loving and healing,” she says. Name: Dr. Nikki Noce Vitals: 29, single Habitat of Origin: Brooklyn, NY Occupation: Medical and Holistic doctor; life coach; herbalist Skillset: Non-traditional medicine; yoga instruction; gardening Link: http://fox.tv/1tf7M85 -more- “UTOPIA” PIONEERS – Page 4 BRI NYUGEN “It would be nice to be the prettiest girl in Utopia – that way, I could have my pick of the men,” says Bri, who is also passionate about animal rights and sustainability. Name: Bri Nyugen Vitals: 20, single Habitat of Origin: Westminster, CA Occupation: Veterinary technician; student Skillset: Farming; raising livestock; horseback riding; canning fruits and vegetables; building huts Link: http://fox.tv/1yX3JNu ________________________________________ MIKE QUINN “My strengths are definitely in government, not in working,” says lawyer Mike, a serial dater who’s packing work boots…although he’s not planning on wearing them. “We have a much better chance of creating a society if I’m managing the rules.” Name: Mike Quinn Vitals: 33, single Habitat of Origin: New York, NY Occupation: Attorney Skillset: Litigation; wise-cracking Link: http://fox.tv/1tf7I8g ________________________________________ AMANDA SCOTT “I’m pregnant, but not powerless,” says Amanda, who plans to keep her pregnancy a secret from the other Utopians for as long as she can. Her work with developmentally challenged children reaffirms her belief that if “everyone treated each other like family, the world would be a better place.” Name: Amanda Scott Vitals: 30, single Habitat of Origin: Seattle, WA Occupation: Behavioral specialist Skillset: Patience; organizing/planning; singing Link: http://fox.tv/1yX3FNR -more- “UTOPIA” PIONEERS – Page 5 AARON THOMAS “Food is life,” says this former Army officer who knows what a good meal can mean to a hungry community. A hopeless romantic and fantastic forager, Aaron envisions a Utopia free of class divisions and full of nuts and berries. Name: Aaron Thomas Vitals: 26, single Habitat of Origin: Jackson, MS Occupation: Private chef Skillset: cooking; foraging; personal training Link: http://fox.tv/1yX3NN7 ________________________________________ CHRIS TUORTO He’ll infuse your spirit with happiness and burn your mouth with the hot peppers he farms with his family. Chili charmer Chris loves inspiring others, working as a team and finding beauty in all he beholds. Well, maybe not everything. “Bible bangers drive me nuts,” he says. Name: Chris Tuorto Vitals: 25, single Habitat of Origin: Cary, NC Occupation: Glass blower; chili farmer Skillset: Skateboarding; surfing; shredding; guitar-playing Link: http://fox.tv/1yX3UIu ________________________________________ HEX VANISLES Don’t call her Katniss. Sure, hunter Hex Vanisles is “six feet of twisted steel and sex appeal,” but her primary game is to bring lessons from Utopia back to Detroit, her hometown. Name: Hex Vanisles Vitals: 25, single Habitat of Origin: Detroit, MI Occupation: Unemployed Skillset: Hunting; fishing; gathering Link: http://fox.tv/1tf7xd5 -more- “UTOPIA” PIONEERS – Page 6 RED VANWINKLE “I’ll be your Hillbilly MacGyver and your go-to guy,” says Kentucky Red, who won’t tolerate fools in Utopia. “I can fix just about anything,” he says. “But there ain’t no fixin’ stupid.” Name: Red Vanwinkle Vitals: 42, married; father Habitat of Origin: Cecilia, KY Occupation: Handyman; farmer; moonshiner; home builder; natural medicine man Skillset: See “Occupation” above. The guy can do it all. Link: http://fox.tv/1tf7U7r ________________________________________ DEDEKER WINSTON In Utopia, Dedeker wants everyone to feel safe, warm and comfortable… with her non-traditional sexuality: polyamory. “I’m not a freak. I’m not a sex addict. This is not a kink,” says the liberal, who hopes to educate her fellow Utopians. Name: Dedeker Winston Vitals: 26, polyamorous relationship Habitat of Origin: Los Angeles, CA Occupation: Model; motion-capture artist, Skillset: Cheese-making; social mediating Link: http://fox.tv/1tf7DkW ________________________________________ UTOPIA is a presentation of Talpa Media USA. The show is created by John de Mol. De Mol, Conrad Green (“Dancing with the Stars”), Jon Kroll (“The Week the Women Went,” “The Amazing Race”) and David Tibballs (“Dragon’s Den”) executive-produce. “Like” UTOPIA on Facebook at facebook.com/UtopiaTVUSA. Follow the series on Twitter @utopiatvusa and join the discussion using #utopia. See photos and videos at Instagram @utopiatvusa. [EDITOR’S NOTE: For information on UTOPIA, please visit foxflash.com.] -FOX- Contacts: Jill Hudson Leuthe 310-369-2953 [email protected]