Patrick French Biography
Patrick “Dosu Kinuta” French, a Concord, New Hampshire native, is a survivalist, professional backpacker, Through Hiker, and reality TV star. He is widely known for being a cast member on Discovery Channel’s Naked and Afraid: Last One Standing season 2 and Naked and Afraid season 15.
Patrick French Age | Birthday
Born on March 8, 1982, French is 42 years old as of 2024. He celebrates his birthday on the 8th of March each year.
Patrick French Parents
French was born in Concord, New Hampshire to his parents; Harold French (Father) and Laura French (mother). Patrick’s Dad, Harold French is the Senator at New Hampshire State House. Harold French (Patrick French’s Dad) studied at Plymouth State University and went to Hopkinton High School. On the other hand, Patrick’s mom, Laura French Patrick’s parents are divorced.
Patrick French Height
The Naked and Afraid contestant, Patrick, stands at a height measurement of above 5 feet and 10 inches.
Patrick French Education
French went to Concord Senior High School.
Patrick French Job
Patrick is a professional backpacker and thru-hiker. He has hiked 23 different trails and logged over 21,000 miles of thru-hiking. He is known for his motto “Live Free or Die” and has found his true calling within the community of nomads called Thru-Hikers.
Naked and Afraid: Last One Standing
Patrich French is one of the survivalists participating in the 2nd season of Naked and Afraid: Last One Standing. Originally from Concord, New Hampshire, French is a survivalist, professional backpacker, and Through Hiker.
Naked and Afraid: Last One Standing premiered on July 14, 2024, at 8 pm on Discovery Channel. The season features 12 of the toughest and most experienced all-stars from the “Naked and Afraid” franchise.
In this season, the survivalists are competing in South Africa’s punishing Oribi Gorge. The competition is fierce, with survivalists facing head-to-head challenges over 45 days. The ultimate goal is to be crowned the Last One Standing and win the grand prize of $100,000.
Episodes
Here are some of the key episodes from Season 2:
- Episode 1: Knives Out on Day One (July 14, 2024)
- A primitive blade challenge on day one sends a pair of competitors home. Sharing is not allowed, leading to intense competition.
- Episode 2: Dung Deal (July 21, 2024)
- Survivalists search elephant scat and test their bushcraft skills in a bird trap challenge. Gale-force winds force a competitor from the competition.
- Episode 3: On the Chopping Block (July 28, 2024)
- Competitors must bushcraft a primitive axe that can fall a tree. A deep gash on Dan’s hand threatens his challenge.
- Episode 4: Emergency Evacuations (August 4, 2024)
- Territorial baboons mount a nocturnal attack, forcing survivalists to abandon their boma. A punishing challenge triggers an urgent ambulance evacuation during an African heatwave.
- Episode 5: Gary’s Mantrum at the Lake (August 11, 2024)
- Bitter rivals must work together to grab a key survival item. Dani refuses to trade assets, leading to an explosive standoff.
- Episode 6: Gutting It Close (August 18, 2024)
- An elimination challenge tests survivalists’ bow-hunting and game-processing skills. Medics remove a competitor from the challenge.
- Episode 7: Scorched and Torched (August 25, 2024)
- Competitors face a night elimination for the first time. They must craft a primitive torch and use its light to build a figure-four trap.
Contestants
Some other notable contestants in Naked and Afraid: Last One Standing season 2 include:
- Lindsey Leitelt
- Darrin Reay
- Kate Wentworth
- Dani Beauchemin
- Trish Bulinsky
- Dan Link
- Gary Golding
- Kate Wentworth
- Jeff Zausch
This season promises to be one of the most challenging yet, with survivalists pushing their limits to outlast each other in the harsh African wilderness.
Patrick French Net worth
French has an estimated net worth that ranges between $250,000 and $700,000. He works as a professional backpacker and thru hiker. He is also a survivalist and reality TV star appearing on Discovery Channel’s Naked and Afraid: Last One Standing season 2.
Patrick French’s Instagram handle is @thedosukinuta, with over 7,700 followers as of August 2024.
Patrick “Dosu Kinuta” French’s Wiki:
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Real Name | Patrick French |
| Nickname | Dosu Kinuta |
| Age | 42 years old |
| Birthday | March 8, 1982 |
| Parents | Harold French (Father), Laura French (Mother) |
| Hometown | Concord, New Hampshire, USA |
| Height | Above 5 feet 10 inches |
| Education | Concord Senior High School |
| Job | Professional Backpacker, Thru-Hiker |
| Naked and Afraid | Contestant on Season 15 and “Naked and Afraid: Last One Standing” |
| Net Worth | Between $250,000 and $700,000 |