“Canción del Mariachi” by Antonio Banderas & Los Lobos
SAFE
5
"Perfect" by Ed Sheeran
SAFE
7
"Blue Ain't Your Colour" by Keith Urban
SAFE
8
"This City" by Sam Fischer
SAFE
9
"When I Get You Alone" by Robin Thicke
SAFE
11
"It's Gonna Be Me" by *NSYNC
SAFE
"Hallelujah" by Jeff Buckley
RUNNER-UP
Clues[]
Week
Clue
1
“What's up chumps? I'm the fierce Gladiator Alligator. While I'm a cold blooded creature atop the food chain, rhythm runs hot in my warrior veins. Mumagator and pops were both known for their chops. And you may have missed her, but I've got a beast of a sister. I have many chums within the royal family. And you'll find kings on my party guest list. But they're not to be crossed man. They're the wildest gators to exist. It's been many reptile years since I've fought on the colosseum stage. I guess the battle becomes tiresome when you've been fighting from a young age.”
“I've spent many festive seasons in the swamps of Aotearoa.”
3
“I may not be the crustiest crook in the swamp, but I've been making waves since I was a wee hatchling. I cut my teeth in the world of advertising. But I made a bigger splash when I hit the sea. My scales tell many tales. And my career has seen me victorious in different battlefields. Today, my focus may have changed, but I'm still an artist. And although I've put down my sword in recent years, I'm telling you, I'm the stuff of legends!”
5
"Hold the a-claws. It's your friendly neighbourhood reptile. If the waters are still a little murky when it comes to my identity, let me draw you a clearer picture. For many moons, my face entertained the masses in the afternoon. But it's my roar that puts this alligator on the podium piled 40 stories high. Nowadays, things are a little different. And I make my gold by following it. But let me be direct with you. I'm here for the long haul. So watch out fellow contestants, I'm coming out swinging!"
"Baby gator was always happy come meal time."
7
"Some call me a dashing gator. I'm easy on the eyes, and on the ears. Maybe that's why I found such success in the battlefield. I've rubbed scales with some of the world's biggest stars like Ri Ri. Yeah, you better believe it. And although I've found myself in some sticky situations from time to time, you'll always find a smile on my crocodile. When it comes to combat, I am fierce. I was trained by the best in the game. More proof I can smash the competition."
8
"If you're wondering who, let me give you a clue. I've chopped it up with some pretty cool characters through the years, like Wallace and Gromit, but The Simpsons would have to be standout allies. Nowadays, you're not likely to find gator in the club. I've got my helmet fastened tight and from behind my desk I'm fighting the good fight! Some people may advise me, I'm better off returning to my former days of battle. But I have a much different vision of the world through my alligator eyes."
9
"G'day Cobber! It's the not so mean, not so green, Gladiator Alligator. I may not be swimming in the mainstream these days, but with a twist of my tail I could be back to my own ways. Throughout my life I've been involved in some wicked games, and marched dead ahead through fire and flames. During my adventues, I've taken a few hard knocks and worked a controversial stint at Kentucky Fried Croc's. I'm not worried about leaving my fate in the hands of the panel. I'm expecting a unanimous triumph so don't change that channel."
"Tonight, I'm ready to rock n' roll my way to the top just like the old times."
11
"My life in the arena began when I was only three. And later in life the next number became special to me. I had wins and defeats. Failures and smash hits. But nothing could prepare me for the lowest of gladiator pits. I lost a gladiator so incredibly near to my heart. Which made me question everything right from the start. Saying tofa soifua was so very hard. But I'm once again donning my armour and leather. It was inspiration, I drew to focus on my loved ones, and to cherish life together."
"Many call this gator by the wrong name."
Two Truths and One Lie
Answer
I live in Tauranga.
❌
I've acted in a movie.
✅
I've been on live TV.
✅
Clue Answers
"I'm telling you, I'm the stuff of legends" - He starred in The Legend of William Tell
"Baby gator was always happy come mealtime" - Cast member on McDonald's Young Entertainers
"I make my gold by following it" - He is a financial advisor and market trader
"My focus may have changed, but I'm still an artist" - He is now a passionate martial artist
Final Guesses[]
Week
Sharyn’s Guess
Anika’s Guess
James’ Guess
Tami’s Guess
11
Drew Ne'emia
Stan Walker
Tami Neilson
Trivia[]
Gladiator Alligator is the first New Zealand contestant to sing in Spanish.
Gladiator Alligator is the only NZ Season 2 finalist that was never at risk during the competition.
In week 9, Gladiator Alligator performed “When I Get You Alone” by Robin Thicke, who is a panelist on the US version.
Just like Sheep, both were male finalists of their respective seasons and were Runner-Ups.