Biography
Who is Terry Deitz?
Early life and education
Terry Deitz was born in Simsbury, United States, and grew up in Matawan, New Jersey. He attended St. John Vianney High School where he played multiple sports including baseball, basketball, football, swimming, and wrestling. He earned eleven varsity letters and achieved recognition on the All State Baseball First Team while serving as his football team quarterback.
Following high school, Terry attended the United States Naval Academy. During his time at the academy, he played Varsity Division I baseball. He later attended pilot school in Pensacola in 1984, preparing for a long career in aviation and military service.
Military career
Terry served as a U.S. Navy pilot, flying the F-14 Tomcat while stationed on the USS Carl Vinson with VF-51. He also worked as an instructor at the west coast Replacement Air Group. His active service continued until 1992, after which he transitioned to the Navy Reserves.
In the reserves, he flew logistics missions worldwide with VR-52. He officially retired from the military in 2001 holding the rank of Commander. Following his military service, he began working as a commercial airline pilot with American Airlines.
Survivor television career
Terry first competed in the reality television series Survivor during its twelfth season, titled Survivor: Panama. He established a reputation for physical dominance by winning five consecutive immunity challenges and four reward challenges. He finished the season in third place behind the winner Aras Baskauskas and runner-up Danielle DiLorenzo.
He returned to the show for its thirty-first season, Survivor: Cambodia, after being voted in by viewers in May 2015. During this season, he left the competition on day thirteen after receiving news about a family medical emergency involving his son.
Television hosting and other projects
Beyond reality television, Terry has worked extensively as a television host and speaker. In November 2006, he hosted a segment of The History Channel show Modern Marvels focusing on the final flight of the F-14 Tomcat. He later became the host of the third season of Great Planes on the Military Channel.
In December 2007, he joined Afterburner Seminars as a speaker, working with corporate leaders to teach fighter pilot strategies for flawless execution. He also collaborated on television development projects with his cousin Mark La Mura.
Family and personal life
Terry married his wife Trish in 1991. The couple share two children together, a daughter named Kayla and a son named Daniel. The family makes their home in Simsbury, Connecticut, where they reside.
His daughter Kayla played college lacrosse as a midfielder at San Diego State University. Terry has maintained an active lifestyle throughout his life, participating in numerous athletic endeavors.
Birthday and age
Terry Deitz was born on October 10, 1959, which makes Terry 67 years old today. That birthday falls under the Libra sign. Terry shares the date with 38 other famous people.
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