THE AMAZING RACE 12 – the 11 Teams announced by CBS October 24, 2007 CBS, The Amazing Race The 11 Teams set to compete in THE AMAZING RACE 12 on CBS. It’s back November 4th at 8pm! THE AMAZING RACE 12 will send 11 teams – each comprised of two people who have a pre-existing relationship with one another – on a trek around the world for approximately 30 days. At every destination, each couple will have to compete in a series of challenges – some mental and some physical – and only when the tasks have been completed will they learn their next destination. Couples who are farthest behind will gradually be eliminated as the contest progresses, with the first team to arrive at the final destination winning $1 million. The Amazing Race premieres Sunday, November 4th at 8pm on CBS. CBS has also announced the 11 Teams set to compete in The Amazing Race 12. Let’s meet them: Name: RONALD HSU Occupation: VP of Sales Age: 58 Hometown: Tacoma, Wash. Name: CHRISTINA HSU Occupation: Policy Analyst Age: 26 Hometown: Washington, D.C. via Tacoma, Wash. Relationship: FATHER/DAUGHTER This father/daughter team is certain they can win the Race by relying on their intellect. Christina’s main goal on the Race is to have her father, a self-proclaimed workaholic, stop and smell the roses for once in his life. Name: KYNT COTHRON (MALE) Occupation: Waiter/Hair Salon Receptionist Age: 31 Hometown: Louisville, Ky. Name: VYXSIN FIALA (FEMALE) Occupation: Waiter/Hair Salon Receptionist Age: 29 Hometown: Louisville, Ky. Relationship: DATING GOTHS Representing the “Goth” community in Louisville has embedded a strong sense of “us against the world” mentality in these two Racers. Therefore, don’t look for them to fall apart when the chips are down – a trait that will undoubtedly be tested on the Race. Name: LORENA SEGURA Occupation: Bartender Age: 27 Hometown: Sherman Oaks, Calif. Name: JASON WIDENER Occupation: Wedding Videographer/Actor Age: 33 Hometown: Sherman Oaks, Calif. Relationship: DATING This couple met at a bar over three years ago, quickly started dating, and have been trying to figure out if they really belong together even since. Lorena is from Puerto Rico and Jason hails from Arkansas … and the cultural differences between them has often caused friction in their relationship. Both are running the Race to see if they have what it takes to withstand the pressures of traveling around the world in under 30 days. Name: AZARIA AZENE (BROTHER) Occupation: Facilities Engineer Age: 27 Hometown: New Orleans Name: HENDEKEA AZENE (SISTER) Occupation: Aerospace Engineer Age: 23 Hometown: Torrance, Calif. Relationship: BROTHER/SISTER This brother sister team has all the intelligence, wits and skills to win the Race. Although their personality differences could be the X factor. She describes him as confrontational and emotional, while he describes her as irrational. Both are worried that the big brother/little sister power struggle will rear its ugly head on the Race. Name: KATE LEWIS Occupation: Episcopal Clergy Age: 49 Hometown: Thousand Oaks, Calif. Name: PAT HENDRICKSON Occupation: Ordained Deacon Age: 65 Hometown: Thousand Oaks, Calif. Relationship: MARRIED MINISTERS These lesbian Episcopal ministers dated for seven years before tying the knot three years ago. Kate and Pat are ready for the adventure of lifetime – but don’t let the collars fool you – they can play dirty too. Name: SHANA WALL Occupation: Actress Age: 32 Hometown: Los Angeles Name: JENNIFER Mc CALL Occupation: Legal Assistant Age: 32 Hometown: Los Angeles Relationship: FRIENDS Don’t let their good looks fool you – this all-female team is ready to do whatever it takes to bring home the $1 million prize. Shana and Jennifer met six years ago and have been friends ever since. These women are both very competitive and eager to become the first all-female team to win the Race. Name: DONALD JEROUSEK Occupation: Retired Age: 68 Hometown: Elkhorn, Wis. Name: NICOLAS FULKS Occupation: Pilot Age: 23 Hometown: Originally from Chicago Relationship: GRANDFATHER/ GRANDSON Nicolas started his aviation career at the age of 17 at the University of Illinois and currently works as an airline pilot based out of San Juan. He describes himself as reliable, competitive and goofy. He describes his teammate as rough around the edges and not too accepting of people who go against his advice. Name: JENNIFER PARKER Occupation: Student Age: 23 Hometown: Huntington Beach, Calif. Name: NATHAN HAGSTROM Occupation: Volleyball coach Age: 24 Hometown: Fountain Valley, Calif. Relationship: DATING This athletic couple first met in college while living together with other friends. Both admit they couldn’t stand each other at first, but soon grew closer and started dating. Each will tell you that they are soul mates, yet they drive each other crazy. Name: RACHEL ROSALES Occupation: Florist/Store Owner Age: 23 Hometown: Huntington Beach, Calif. Name: TK ERWIN Occupation: Substitute Teacher Age: 22 Hometown: Huntington Beach, Calif. Relationship: NEWLY DATING This eccentric couple has only been dating for close to a year. Their mothers were friends while they were growing up in Huntington Beach, Calif., yet TK and Rachel had never really spent time together until recently. They always seem to be laughing and they’re eager to put their carefree relationship to the test while dealing with the rigors of the Race. Name: MARIANNA RUIZ Occupation: Art Gallery Manager Age: 25 Hometown: Miami, now residing in Los Angeles Name: JULIA RUIZ Occupation: Office Production Assistant Age: 26 Hometown: Miami, now residing in Los Angeles Relationship: SISTERS These feisty sisters describe themselves as best friends and worst enemies, but they’re convinced they’ll make for an unbeatable team. Julia serves as the problem solver while Marianna is the athlete. Both are super competitive. Name: ARI BONIAS Occupation: Waiter Age: 21 Hometown: Long Beach, Calif. Name: STAELLA GIANAKAKOS Occupation: Restaurant Manager Age: 23 Hometown: Fountain Valley, Calif. Relationship: BEST FRIENDS These fun-loving friends are all about having a good time. They hope their laid back approach to the Race will result in the $1 million prize. Ari is not afraid to speak his mind, while Staella is prepared to flirt her way to the front of the pack. 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