Chev Dixon Biography: Age, Job, Nationality, Naked and Afraid, Education & Instagram

Chev Dixon Biography

Chev Dixon is a Jamaican-born athlete, professional sea kayaker, outdoor educator, explorer, survivalist, and reality television personality. He gained national attention after competing on Naked and Afraid Season 16 on Discovery Channel. Based in New York, Dixon has built a career promoting outdoor recreation through kayaking, paddling education, and community programs.

Chev Dixon Age | Birthday

Dixon is 35 years old as of 2026. He was born on July 18, 1991.

Chev Dixon Nationality and Ethnicity

Dixon is Jamaican by birth. He later moved to the United States, where he has continued his career in outdoor education and paddlesports. He is of Afro-Jamaican heritage.

Chev Dixon Height

Dixon stands at a height measurement of  5 feet and 7 inches (approximately).

Education

Chev Dixon attended Purchase College, State University of New York (SUNY Purchase), where he studied Modern World History. He also attended Mercy College.

Job

Chev is an Athlete, Educator, Explorer, Sea Kayaker, and Chef. He is the Director at Hudson River Riders. Dixon is also the managing director at Yonkers Paddling & Rowing Club. He worked as an educator at Groundwork Lawrence.

Chev Dixon Naked and Afraid

Chev competed on Naked and Afraid Season 16, which premiered on Discovery Channel on October 15, 2023. The survival series challenged contestants to survive for 14 or 21 days in remote wilderness environments without food, clothing, or modern equipment.

Naked and Afraid Season 16 Cast

The other cast members of “Naked and Afraid” season 16 are:

• Elsa Marie Kefee
• John Hogfoss
• Mylee Monks
• Sara
• Frank Sinatra

Chev Dixon Net worth

Dixon’s net worth is estimated between $300,000 and $700,000, earned through outdoor education, paddling leadership, adventure tourism, television appearances, and coaching.

Instagram

Chev is active on Instagram under @negus_chev, where he shares kayaking adventures, outdoor education, survival experiences, and community events.

Quick Facts About Chev Dixon

• Full Name: Chev Dixon
• Birthday: July 18, 1991
• Age: 35 (as of 2026)
• Birthplace: Jamaica
• Nationality: Jamaican
• Ethnicity: Afro-Jamaican
• Residence: New York
• Profession: Athlete, Sea Kayaker, Outdoor Educator, Explorer
• Education: SUNY Purchase, Mercy College
• Known For: Naked and Afraid Season 16
• Height: 5 ft 7 in (1.70 m)
• Instagram: @negus_chev