In CBS' new reality competition series The Summit, the prize money is precious cargo on the contestants' once-in-a-lifetime journey through the treacherous New Zealand Alps. Guiding them through it all is actor Manu Bennett, who serves as host.

They're each carrying 1/16th of one million dollars — in cash — in their backpacks. If they reach the summit by the 14th day, they keep the money. If they don't reach it, or if they arrive late, they get nothing.

Occupation: Footy Legend and Business Owner Growing up in a rugby league family, it was inevitable that Mat would follow in the footsteps of his famous father who captained Australia. A former professional rugby league player, Mat surpassed his father's record as the greatest pointscorer in his club's history.