S13: Cook Islands
S16: Micronesia
S25: PhilippinesChallenges: MPF percentile
41%
Seasons: 3 | Days: 75 | Wins: 0 | Jury: 2
- Survivor 13: Cook Islands (2006) - 7th place, 14th out - 6th juror.
- Voted out in Episode 13, "Arranging a Hit" (Day 33).
- Cumulative time: In-game - 28 days; Exile Island - 5 days (3 visits).
- Survivor 16: Micronesia - Fans vs. Favorites (2008) - 15th place, 6th out.
- Removed for medical reasons in Episode 6, "It Hit Everyone Pretty Hard" (Day 15).
- Survivor 25: Philippines (2012) - 7th place, 12th out - 5th juror.
- Voted out in Episode 10, "Whiners are Weiners" (Day 27).
| Challenge stats | Tribal council stats | Jury stats | Overall stats | ||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Season | ChW | ChA | ChW% | VFB | VAP | TCA | TC% | wTCR | JVF | TotJ | JV% | SurvSc | SurvAv |
| S13: Cook Islands | 1.02 | 6.57 | 0.15 | 8 | 15 | 9 | 0.86 | 1.31 | - | - | - | 1.02 | 2.33 |
| S16: Micronesia | 0.87 | 2.08 | 0.42 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0.35 | 1.17 | - | - | - | 0.77 | 2.03 |
| S25: Philippines | 2.33 | 7.36 | 0.32 | 4 | 9 | 7 | 0.55 | 1.23 | - | - | - | 0.87 | 3.56 |
| Career | 4.22 | 16.01 | 0.26 | 13 | 24 | 18 | 0.71 | 1.22 | - | - | - | 0.98 | 2.63 |
Jonathan Penner - Performance ranks
Tribal: VFB% percentile
89%
Tribal: rVAP percentile
10%
Challenges: MPF percentile
20%
Tribal: VFB% percentile
46%
Tribal: rVAP percentile
64%
Challenges: MPF percentile
82%
Tribal: VFB% percentile
55%
Tribal: rVAP percentile
32%
Performance ranks are a quick visual measure of the contestant's season vs. historical data from all prior contestants, in three basic (scorable) categories:
1. Performance in individual challenges (MPF), as a measure of "physical game";
2. Ability to vote people out consistently (VFB%, or VFB/TCA), or "strategic game"; and
3. Ability to avoid being voted against (rVAP, or TCA-VAP) - which scales better than a percentage would - for "social/strategic game."
See also: Full glossary for all these abbreviations.
Jonathan Penner - Challenge record
Tribal/team challenge record (6-for-14; 1 3rd; 2 sit-outs):
- Cook Islands Ep. 1 RC/IC: "Lock and Load Light" - Raro finishes third, then he gets exiled (3rd*/4).
- Cook Islands Ep. 2 RC/IC: "Tow the Line" - Raro ties for first (1st/4).
- Cook Islands Ep. 3 IC: "Steeple Chase" - Now with new Aitu, stays in until the end, but Aitu loses.
- Cook Islands Ep. 4 RC: "Strung Along" - Competes, and Aitu wins.
- Cook Islands Ep. 4 IC: "Mayday" - Performs the stretcher puzzle/carry part, and Aitu wins.
- Cook Islands Ep. 5 RC: "Never Tear Us Apart" - Paired with Yul, who drops his weight at 30 lbs. Later, Aitu loses.
- Cook Islands Ep. 5 IC: "United We Stand" - Competes, Aitu overcomes an early Raro lead, Aitu wins.
- Cook Islands Ep. 6 RC: "Kicking and Screaming" - With Yul, removes Nate from his pole, and Aitu wins reward.
- Cook Islands Ep. 8 RC: "Smash and Grab" - With Becky, works the puzzle stage. Aitu wins.
- Cook Islands Ep. 8 IC: "Stairway to Heaven" - Sits out, and Aitu loses.
- Cook Islands Ep. 9 RC: "Barrel of Monkeys" - Now mutineed back to Raro. Sits out, Raro loses, gets yelled at by Ozzy for his mutiny.
- Cook Islands Ep. 9 IC: "Depth Charge" - One of four rowers for Raro, which blows an early lead and loses.
- Cook Islands Ep. 10 RC: "Make Your Point" - Raro loses.
- Cook Islands Ep. 10 IC: "South Pacific" - Raro loses again.
Individual challenge record (0-for-4): (Mean % finish: 43.3%)
- Cook Islands Ep. 11 IC, "Mast Cling On" - Drops after 12 minutes (8th/9).
- Cook Islands Ep. 12 IC, "Recollection" - Makes the final round, but gets stuck on the second set of recall/math questions (3rd/8).
- Cook Islands Ep. 13 RC, "Pass the Bucket" - Teamed with his wife (Stacy Title), barely misses the win, and Parvati exiles him for his efforts (2nd/7).
- Cook Islands Ep. 13 IC, "Flotsam & Jetsam" - Did not finish collecting his sticks, (bottom 4/7).
Hero challenge/ duel record: (0-for-0)
- Cook Islands: None.
Tribal/team challenge record (7-for-9; 1 sit-out):
- Micronesia Ep. 1 RC/IC: "Reinventing the Wheel" - Malakal (favorites) loses.
- Micronesia Ep. 2 RC/IC: "Smash & Grab" - Smashes tiles; minor problem finding his key, but Malakal wins.
- Micronesia Ep. 3 RC: "Beach Bash" - Steals the fifth and final bag from the fans, Malakal wins.
- Micronesia Ep. 3 IC: "Nut Bucket" - Heckles Airai and Probst while holding the basket, but Malakal loses.
- Micronesia Ep. 4 RC: "Diver Down" - Retrieves 3 coconuts (1 fewer than Ozzy), and Malakal wins.
- Micronesia Ep. 4 IC: "Crosswalk" - Malakal wins.
- Micronesia Ep. 5 RC: "Cat and Mouse" - Tethered to Alexis, scores a point but sustains his knee injury; Airai wins.
- Micronesia Ep. 5 IC: "A Stone's Throw" - Breaks two tiles, complains ("I mean, my ass!"); Airai wins.
- Micronesia Ep. 6 RC: "Build It Up, Break It Down" - Airai wins, but a hobbling Penner is pulled immediately afterward.
Individual challenge record (0-for-1): (Mean % finish: 45%)
- Micronesia Ep.1 Individual IC: Does not find Malakal's necklace/idol thing.
Hero challenge/ duel record (0-for-0):
- Micronesia: None.
Tribal/team challenge record (5-for-11; 2 2nds):
- Philippines Ep. 1 RC/IC: "Share the Wealth" - Does puzzle stage, Kalabaw finishes first. (1st/3).
- Philippines Ep. 2 RC/IC: "Manila Folders" - Hauler, does puzzle. Kalabaw doesn't lose! (2nd*/3).
- Philippines Ep. 3 RC/IC: "Deep In Thought" - Dives, etc. Kalabaw wins (1st/3).
- Philippines Ep. 4 RC/IC: "Swing Break" - Competes, another non-loss for Kalabaw (2nd*/3).
- Philippines Ep. 5 RC: "Idol Hands" - Down to two tribes, loses against Skupin, and Kalabaw loses.
- Philippines Ep. 5 IC: "Thrash, Splash & Bash" - Does puzzle again, Kalabaw barely loses.
- Philippines Ep. 6 RC: "Bog Roll" - Facilitates negotiations as Tandang surrenders.
- Philippines Ep. 6 IC: "Philiping Out" - 1 catch shown (against Malcolm), but Kalabaw loses.
- Philippines Ep. 8 RC: "Catch of the Day" - Puzzle helps team win.
- Philippines Ep. 9 RC: "Muddy Waters" - Wins again thanks to bag strategy.
- Philippines Ep. 10 RC: "Snare the Drum" - Penner and his team (Denise, Skupin, Lisa) lose to the kids.
Individual challenge record (1-for-5): (Mean % finish: 68.4%)
- Philippines Ep. 7 IC, "Wrist Assured" - Third man out (5th/7).
- Philippines Ep. 8 IC, "Snake in the Grass" - Wins with puzzle in final stage (1st/10).
- Philippines Ep. 9 IC: "Paddle Out" - One of many losers, but has one ball placed (3rd/9).
- Philippines Ep. 10 IC: "Push Your Luck" - Eliminated in second of two stages (5th/8).
- Philippines Ep. 11 IC: "Brains and Brawn" - Loses to Abi-Maria (and Carter) in the final stage (3rd/7).
Hero challenge/ duel record (0-for-0):
- Philippines: None.
Career totals - challenges
| Wins: | 18 |
| 2nd place: | 2 |
| 3rd place: | 1 |
| Played: | 34 |
| Win%: | 0.57 |
| Sat out: | 2 |
| Wins: | 1 |
| Played: | 10 |
| Win%: | 0.10 |
| Mean% Finish: | 58.8% |
| Wins: | 0 |
| Played: | 0 |
| Win%: | - |
| Mean% Finish: | - |
Jonathan Penner - Tribal Council record
Idols held/played: (0/0)
- Cook Islands: None.
VFB - Votes for the person booted (8/9):
| Tribal | Voted | Boot (totals) | VFB? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ep3 | Cecilia | Cecilia Mansilla (voted out, 5-3) | Yes |
| Ep6 | Cao Boi | Cao Boi Bui (voted out, 6-1-1) | Yes |
| Ep8 | Flica | Jessica 'Flica' Smith (voted out, 6-1) | Yes |
| Ep9 | Brad | Brad Virata (voted out, 7-1) | Yes |
| Ep10 (F11) | Rebecca | Rebecca Borman (voted out, 6-1) | Yes |
| Ep10 (F10) | Jenny | Jenny Guzon-Bae (voted out, 4-2) | Yes |
| Ep11 | Nate | Nate Gonzalez (voted out, 5-4) | Yes |
| Ep12 | Candice | Candice Woodcock (voted out, 5-3) | Yes |
| Ep13 | Adam | Jonathan Penner (voted out, 6-1) | - |
| 9 | TOTALS | 8 | |
VAP - Votes against (15):
- Cook Islands, Ep. 6: One vote, from Flica.
- Cook Islands, Ep. 7: One vote, from Flica.
- Cook Islands, Ep. 8: One vote, from Brad.
- Cook Islands, Ep. 10 (F11 vote): One vote, from Rebecca.
- Cook Islands, Ep. 10 (F10 vote): Two votes, from Jenny & Nate.
- Cook Islands, Ep. 12: Three votes, from Adam, Parvati, and Candice.
- Cook Islands, Ep. 13: Six votes, from Yul, Ozzy, Becky, Sundra, Adam, and Parvati (voted out, 6-1).
Jury votes made (1/1):
- Cook Islands, Episode 15: Voted for Yul Kwon (who won, 5-4).
Idols/advantages held/played (0/0):
- Micronesia: None.
VFB - Votes for the person booted (1/2):
| Tribal | Voted | Boot (totals) | VFB? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ep1 | Fairplay | Jonny Fairplay (voted out, 9-1) | Yes |
| Ep3 | Parvati | Yau-Man Chan (voted out, 6-2-1) | - |
| 2 | TOTALS | 1 | |
VAP - Votes against (0):
- Micronesia: None.
Jury votes made (0/0):
- Micronesia: None.
Idols held/played: (1/1; 5 votes voided)
- Philippines, Ep. 2: Finds the Kalabaw hidden idol.
- Philippines, Ep. 7: Plays his idol, erasing five votes against, saving himself.
VFB - Votes for the person booted (4/7):
| Tribal | Voted | Boot (totals) | VFB? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ep5 | Dawson | Sarah Dawson (voted out, 5-1) | Yes |
| Ep6 | Katie | Katie Hanson (voted out, 4-1) | Yes |
| Ep7 | Pete | RC Saint-Amour (idoled out, [0]-4-2) | - |
| Ep8 | Abi-Maria | Jeff Kent (voted out, 5-4-1) | - |
| Ep9 | Artis | Artis Silvester (voted out, 5-4) | Yes |
| Ep10 | Pete | Pete Yurkowski (voted out, 5-4) | Yes |
| Ep11 | Denise | Jonathan Penner (voted out, 4-3) | - |
| 7 | TOTALS | 4 | |
VAP - Votes against (9):
- Philippines, Ep. 6: One vote, from Katie.
- Philippines, Ep. 9: Four votes, from Pete, Lisa, Artis, and Abi-Maria.
- Philippines, Ep. 11: Four votes, from Malcolm, Denise, Lisa, and Skupin (voted out, 4-3).
Jury votes made (1/1):
- Philippines, Ep. 14: Voted for Denise Stapley (who won, 6-1-1).
Career totals - Tribal Council
| Idols found: | 1 |
| Idols played: | 1 |
| Votes voided: | 5 |
| VFB: | 13 |
| Tribals: | 18 |
| VAP: | 24 |
| Made: | 2 |
| For winners: | 2 |
| Received: | - |
Jonathan Penner - Pictures
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Cook Islands intro shot -
Cook Islands intro shot -
Paddling, Ep1 RC/IC -
Still paddling -
More Ep1 RC/IC -
Doing puzzles -
Raro tribe, barely survived -
Oh, sure. Pick the older guy for exile. That would be great. -
Ep1 confessional -
This exile stuff is fun -
Making a letter, as instructed -
Another challenge, another puzzle, Ep2 RC/IC -
Returning from Exile Island -
Listening to Probst -
Pre-switch confessional, Ep3 -
There's always time for yoga -
Looks like he's picking tribes -
Losing to Brad at rock-paper-scissors -
With this embrace, Ozzy gets at least 2 more Survivor appearances. Amen. -
Greeting the ladies of the new Aitu -
Amazed at Candice's secret crush on Billy, or something -
Trying to reason with Flica -
Steeple Chase, Ep3 IC -
Her? -
Still trying to reason with Flica -
Comparing strategy notes with new alliancemate Yul -
First Tribal Council, Ep3 -
Paying attention to Probst -
Yul, Penner, and their first victim -
Celebrating new Aitu's Ep4 RC win -
Ready to go, Ep4 IC -
Come on, Ozzy! -
New Aitu's first immunity win, Ep4 -
Ep5 RC, about to begin -
With 'Yulie,' Ep5 RC -
Not amused with Probst's 'and now we wait' wordplay -
About to get Exiled again, post-Ep5 RC -
Thanks a lot, guys (off to Exile Island) -
Not finding any idols on Exile Island, because it's gone -
Atop the Aitu pile, Ep5 IC -
Aitu wins! Ep5 IC -
They call me Jon the Fisherman -
Expressing confusion at Cao Boi bringing the idol to reward challenges -
Ready for some kicking and screaming, Ep6 RC -
Oh great, they killed Candice -
Getting some time in the spotlight as decoy target for Plan Voodoo, Ep6 -
Aitu, about to get quieter with Cao Boi's departure -
Just got served lamb by Jeff Probst. We should vote Cao Boi out every day. -
Oh, hey Raro. Don't mind us, we're eating -
We have to kidnap one of them? Pass. -
Just hanging out with Nate, at Aitu camp, Ep7 -
Even at Aitu, everyone mistrusts Penner -
Aitu, ready to win another reward, Ep7 RC -
Aitu wins again! Ep7 RC -
That's great Ozzy. Yeah, let's eat some random bird. -
Watching Oozzy's ziplining, Ep7 IC -
Trying to convince the women that Flica is the person to target -
Seriously, let's get rid of Flica. -
Sooooo... Flica, then? Yes. Flica. -
So long, my friend Flica. -
Strategies revealed do not succeed -
We'll stick together after the merge, right? -
A what-iny, you say? -
Well. Candice looks pleased. Should I follow her? Nah! Well, maybe? Nah. But... nah. -
I've made a huge mistake. -
Well, at least I got a clean buff out of this. -
Are you talking to me? -
So... uh... how are you kids doing over here? -
It's really great being back at Raro. Almost as much fun as I remember. -
Anyone up for a game of pinochle? -
That went well -
Oh, Candice's back! She'll tell everyone how great I am. That's a relief. -
Ready to drop some cannonballs, Ep9 IC -
You're killing me, Yulie -
Back at Tribal Council, now with Raro. This should be fun. -
Let's get out there and lose another one! Who's with me? Ep10 RC -
Any day now, guys. -
Let's avoid a 'So long, and thanks for all the fish' joke here. -
Now going in the Ep10 IC, as well -
Penner: Go! GOOOOOOOOOO!!!! Rebecca: Eh, take your time. -
Sigh. Ep10 IC aftermath. -
I've gotta survive ANOTHER vote? That's bollocks, and you know it. -
I'm staring at you with contempt and disbelief, Probst. -
For some reason, expressing frustration with Raro's work ethic. Who could have predicted this? -
Whoo! One fish! -
Keeping in mind that the one Penner's talking to still lives in a dorm -
Raros with attitude. About to be merged. -
One MILLION dollars! -
Take a look at banner, Michael! -
Getting Yul's post-merge sales pitch -
To be continued... -
Aitutonga, getting ready to grab some pole, Ep11 IC -
Ouch -
That's a nice trinket you have there -
To be continued, again -
One of those times when the Raros leave you speechless -
Serious Penner -
Still don't know how I'm voting... or do I? (Merge Tribal) -
Ready to vote out Nate, and betray the Raros -
Who, me?
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Micronesia intro shot -
Micronesia intro shot -
On the canoe, Day 1 -
Pre-challenge lineup, Ep1 race for the idol(s) -
In camp, talking alliance with Fairplay -
Talking about the Favorites' divisions -
Fresh off the starting line, Ep1 IC -
Working the turnstile puzzle, too late -
Favorites, Ep1 Tribal -
Favorites win! Ep2 RC/IC -
Malakal tribe painted up, ready to battle, Ep3 RC -
Fighting for the final pillow -
Worried that Cirie is siding with Amanda and Parvati, Ep3 -
Pre-challenge lineup, Ep3 IC -
Basket getting heavy... -
Discussing the vote -
Favorites, Ep3 Tribal -
Talking to Probst -
Mad at Cirie for not picking their side -
Favorites win, Ep4 RC -
Favorites about to win again, Ep4 IC -
The new Airai tribe, Ep5 swap -
'Tis merely a flesh wound -
Getting that flesh wound sewn up -
Smashing tiles (my ass), Ep5 IC -
Airai wins immunity! -
Pre-challenge lineup, Ep6 RC -
Penner is the last Airai going through the tunnel... -
Airai wins reward! -
The doctor does not have good news -
Heading out, officially pulled from the game, Day 15 -
Full cast, reunion show
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Philippines intro shot -
Philippines intro shot -
S25 pre-game interview -
S25 CBS pre-game ad -
CBS pre-season ad -
CBS pre-season ad -
Arrival, first challenge -
Doing the Kalabaw puzzle, Ep1 RC/IC -
Hauling sleds, Ep2 RC/IC -
Racing puzzle finish, Ep2 RC/IC -
Retrieving puzzle piece, Ep3 RC/IC -
Retrieving puzzle piece, Ep3 RC/IC -
Returning from Ep3 RC/IC win -
Looking on, Ep5 RC -
Taken down by Malcolm's net, Ep6 IC -
Random Ep6 confessional -
Chatting with Lisa at the merge -
Finishing the yellow team's puzzle, Ep8 RC -
Snake in the Grass, Ep8 IC -
Finally safe -
Delighted to win immunity -
About to win, Ep9 RC -
Counseling Lisa, Ep9 -
Paddle Out, Ep9 IC -
Missing the final stage, Ep10 IC -
Dead man sitting, Ep11 -
Auction, Ep11 -
Answering questions, Ep11 IC -
End of the line, Ep11 -
But wait, there's more! Ep11
Jonathan Penner - Interviews
Pre-game interviews
- None found.
Post-game interviews
- Rene Syler at CBS's The Early Show (12/8/06): "Jonathan Voted off Survivor"
- Staci Krause at IGN.com (12/11/06): "Exclusive Survivor: Cook Islands Interview: Jonathan"
- Tashi Tagg at TVSA (11/8/07): "Cook Islands Interview: Jonathan Penner"
Pre-game interviews
- CBS pre-game interview (YouTube)
Post-game interviews
- Josh Clinton at InsidePulse.com (3/19/08): "Interview with Survivor: Micronesia's Jonathan Penner and Chet Welch"
Pre-game interviews
- Gordon Holmes at MoreWhatnot.com (8/23/12): "Pre-Game Interview: Jonathan Penner"
Post-game interviews
- Gordon Holmes at MoreWhatnot.com (11/29/12): "Penner: 'I Made A Game-Changing Mistake'"
- Rob Cesternino at RHAP (11/30/12): "Jonathan Penner's Survivor: Philippines Exit Interview"
- Daniel Fienberg at HitFix.com (12/1/12): "Jonathan Penner talks Survivor: Philippines"
Jonathan Penner - Bios
From his CBS.com Survivor: Cook Islands bio page (8/23/06):
"A native of New York, Jonathan Penner is an actor, having had series regular roles on Grapevine, The Naked Truth and Rude Awakening. He also made guest-starring appearances in various series including CSI and The Nanny, both on CBS, as well as Seinfeld and Arrested Development. Additionally, he is a producer/writer/director.
Penner attended the prestigious Phillips Andover prep school in Andover, Massachusetts, and went on to receive his Bachelor of Arts Degree from Sarah Lawrence College in Bronxville, New York. Penner enjoys reading, traveling, cooking, soccer and baseball.
He is most proud of his family and his 1994 Oscar nomination for Best Short Film, Live Action for 'Down on the Waterfront' (which he co-produced, co-wrote and starred in with Jason Alexander, Ed Asner and Mike Starr). In 2000, he also won the grand prize at Cognac and the screenwriting prize at the Avignon Film Festival for 'Let the Devil Wear Black.'
Penner currently resides in Los Angeles with his wife of 15 years, director Stacy Title (who directed him in the 1995 film 'The Last Supper'), and their two children, Cooper and Ava. They have one bunny, Angel Cake, one cat, Vinnie, and two lizards, Mozilla and Luna. His birth date is March 5, 1962."
From his CBS Survivor: Micronesia bio page: (Same as his Cook Islands one)
Excerpts from his CBS.com Survivor: Philippines bio page (8/22/12):
"Personal Claim to Fame: My Oscar nomination for Best Live Action Short Film for 'Down on the Waterfront' which I co-wrote and co-produced with my wife, and also co-starred with Jason Alexander and Edward Asner.
Inspiration in Life: My kids. My daughter is hilarious and actually looks up to me, and my son is smarter and more athletic than I am already. Wanting to make them proud is why I always do my best.
Pet Peeves: Stupidity, meanness and slow drivers in the passing lanes.
If You Could Have 3 Things on The Island What Would They Be and Why? A good book to read, a blank book to write in and if I can count her as a thing, my wife. If not, I’ll bring a pen.
Reason for Being on Survivor: The money. I have nothing more to prove or accomplish but winning.
Why You Think You Will Be the Sole Survivor: Third time is a charm! If I can get past the first three or four votes I’m going all the way. Seriously!"
From his EW.com pre-game interview, by Dalton Ross:
"Jonathan Penner, also 50, did play the game without being evacuated back in Survivor: Cook Islands, but then in his second outing (Survivor: Micronesia — Fans vs Favorites), he was forced out by an infected knee. As for his approach this time around, it involved lots of bulking up. 'I’ve been eating like a horse intentionally for this show,' Penner told EW.com before the game began. 'Some of these guys come out and they want to look all buffed out for the beginning of the show. I’m going to come out looking like a fat slob, because 39 days is a lot of weight to lose. If I lose a pound a day I’m going to be my fighting weight. I’ll be 170 pounds. Right now I’m coming in at a chart-topping 210 — chubby.'"