Stephenie LaGrossa

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Survivor: Palau's Stephenie LaGrossa

Originally posted 05/02/2005 06:30PM

Stephenie LaGrossa proved to be the toughest member of Survivor: Palau's Ulong tribe – she outlasted every one of her teammates and even fended for herself in their desolate camp. But the Philadelphia pharmaceutical sales rep's strength made her a threat when she joined the Koror tribe. Ultimately, Koror voted her off, and she became the third member of the jury that will choose Survivor's $1 million winner. LaGrossa, 25, recently talked to PEOPLE about making it on her own, getting love letters – and why she can't wait for next season.

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