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Double Amputee Mandy Makes History on 'Naked and Afraid'

2/8/2025

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Mandy, a trailblazing double amputee, is set to make history as the first contestant of her kind on "Naked and Afraid" when season 18 premieres on March 9. After overcoming the loss of her legs a decade ago, she conquered Mount Kilimanjaro and now embarks on a gripping 21-day survival journey in the wild jungles of Belize alongside her partner Jonny.

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Story summary

Mandy, a trailblazing double amputee, is set to make history as the first contestant of her kind on "Naked and Afraid" when season 18 premieres on March 9. After overcoming the loss of her legs a decade ago, she conquered Mount Kilimanjaro and now embarks on a gripping 21-day survival journey in the wild jungles of Belize alongside her partner Jonny.