Laura Zerra

ABOUT LAURA ZERRA

Survivalist and reality star best known for her appearance in the first season of the Discovery reality series Naked and Afraid. She then went on to appear in its sequel series Naked and Afraid XL.

An explorer throughout childhood, she went on to pursue a degree in ethnobiology from Connecticut College. Her studies then led to more practical interests in hunting and survival skills.

Since beginning her survivalist career, she's taught her myriad of skills around the US at locations like the Great Hollow Wilderness School.

She was born and raised in Western Massachusetts.

Both she and Bear Grylls are Discovery Channel adventurers and survival stars.