Cade Courtley

Cade's life story began in Columbus, Ohio, but his childhood was shaped by the rugged beauty of Boulder, Colorado, where he spent most of his formative years immersed in the great outdoors. As he grew older, his affinity for adventure only intensified, leading him to pursue higher education at the University of San Diego. Upon graduating, Cade's exceptional academic performance earned him a coveted commission as an officer in the United States Navy. With his new rank came the opportunity to undergo the notoriously grueling Navy SEAL Training, also known as BUD/S. Following several demanding tours of duty as a Platoon Commander, during which he operated in various parts of the world, Cade decided to leave the SEAL teams behind, seeking new challenges to test his mettle. It was then that a chance phone call from renowned Producer Mark Burnett, followed by an invitation to appear on a groundbreaking new television series, Combat Missions, in 2002, marked the beginning of his foray into the world of show business.