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Beth Stolarczyk is fresh off another appearance in The Challenge: All Stars, this time returning for a Rivals-themed installment.

Like her previous stints on the show, based on MTV’s Og Challengers, Beth had another exit ahead of reaching a final.

The show’s format involved cast members teaming up with castmates they’ve feuded with or had some rivalry with, so The Challenge partnered Beth with Jonna Mannion.

While they first appeared as All Stars castmates on the debut season, Beth ignited their feud on Season 3 when she called out Jonna for allegedly cheating with castmate Mj Garrett.

Despite Beth’s attempts to bring Jonna down, The Real World: Cancun star emerged as a winner for her second-straight All Stars season.

However, Beth recently commented about her and Jonna’s brief run on All Stars 5, calling out her “cheater” castmate and suggesting she was fake to her during their chats.

Welcome to Reality Derby, our weekly deep dive into all things reality TV, hosted by Gold Derby senior editors Marcus James Dixon and Denton Davidson.

Joining us this week is Beth Stolarczyk, one of the first eliminated Challengers from The Challenge All Stars: Rivals on MTV. (Our interview begins at the 24:12 mark in the video above.) Beth tells us about teaming up with her enemy, Jonna Mannion, where their relationship stands today, and why they were shocked to be the first team sent home.

“I was not happy that it was Rivals,” Beth tells Gold Derby. “But every Challenge is a new beginning and a new start for me. I’m gonna give it my all and do whatever I can to win — except maybe jump off of a 70-story building.”

This week’s Daily Challenge was one of the worst in Challenge history. Only three teams completed snatching...

Which members are all set to compete in The Challenge: All Stars Season 5? (Photo Credit – Instagram)

The MTV reality series is back with a new batch of faces who are hungry to compete, perform and succeed. The season premiered on January 29, 2025, and here’s the full list of cast and contestants that will be participating in this new season.

The Challenge All Stars: Cast List & Rivals

Adam Larson first appeared on Road Rules: The Quest and last appeared on The Challenge: All Stars 4. His rival is Steve Meinke. Amber Borzotra was a part of Big Brother 16 and was last seen on The Challenge: World Championship. Her rival is Faysal “Fessy” Shafaat. Aneesa Ferreira was a part of The Real World: Chicago and was latest seen on The Challenge 40: Battle of the Eras. Her rival in the hit game show is Ashley Mitchell.

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There had been a debate for quite a while regarding the greatest of all time on The Challenge.

Many fans argued in favor of Johnny Bananas due to the number of seasons won, while others mentioned Chris “Ct” Tamburello as the show’s all-time best.

However, the arrival of The Real World: Portland’s Jordan Wiseley seemingly settled the debate for many fans.

And according to his former fiancee, Tori Deal, there’s no question regarding the Goat debate.

“Jordan. It’s not a question,” she said when asked who the greatest of all time is on The Challenge Fandom Podcast.

She explained that he’s “not perfect” and has flaws in the game but has officially stamped his name on the franchise.

Tori reveals her pick for The Challenge Goat

Coming off her appearance in The Challenge: Battle of the Eras final, Tori mentioned two greats she...

The most recent season of The Challenge just ended a couple weeks go, but another season is already prepared to take over its timeslot. The Challenge 40: Battle of the Eras crowned its winners with a two-part finale and then rehashed all of the drama with a two-part reunion. Thankfully, fans don't have to go even a week without more of the franchise.

For the first time, The Challenge All Stars will air on MTV with its fifth season, switching things up from its previous standing as a Paramount+ original series. The spinoff's introduction to the flagship series' home network also brings a few more firsts for the series, including the season's theme and it's sprawling cast from all over the reality television landscape.

The Challenge All Stars was initially conceived as a series where the franchise's earliest stars from The Real World and Road Rules could reunite and compete...

Fans of MTV’s The Challenge have been following Kaycee Clark and Nany González after a relationship sparked between the two contestants. The two even announced their engagement after four years together. However, the two recently shared a life update with fans in a shared post.

Kaycee Clark & Nany González Both Met On The Challenge

The Challenge functions as a spin-off of The Real World and Road Rules. In it, reality show alumni are divided into teams as part of a competition series.

Originally starting in 1998, the series initially featured contestants from The Real World and Road Rules. However, it soon branched out to include notable personalities from various reality series. Over the years, the series has undergone a variety of new structures.

Nany González – YouTube

Kaycee Clark was a contestant during Big Brother 20. Appearing in a variety of seasons, she notably won Spies, Lies & Allies and was a finalist on Total Madness,...

On Wednesday January 22 2025, MTV broadcasts The Challenge!

Reunion Part 2 Season 40 Episode 21 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “The Challenge” titled “Reunion Part 2” promises to be an exciting conclusion to the season. Fans can look forward to the contestants gathering once again to address lingering issues from the competition. This reunion will dive into participant behavior, alliance dynamics, and some surprising partnerships that developed throughout the season.

During the episode, contestants will have the chance to share their thoughts and feelings about their experiences. This discussion is expected to reveal some behind-the-scenes drama and provide insights into how alliances were formed and broken. Viewers may see some tense moments as contestants confront each other about their actions and decisions during the competition.

In addition to the discussions, the episode will also announce the season’s winner. This moment is sure to bring excitement and anticipation as fans find out who took home the grand prize.

Roku has released a first look at What Drives You, a new talk series hosted by John Cena. What Drives You will begin streaming on The Roku Channel on January 21.

John Cena is known for his award-winning performances in the ring and on the big screen, but now this global icon is ready to give audiences a front-row seat to his two biggest passions: cars and connecting with people.

What Drives You is a breakthrough talk format where John will spend time with the most successful celebrities on the planet and talk about what drives them—both on the road and in their hearts.

What Drives You is produced by ITV America’s Leftfield Pictures. David George, Shawn Witt, Sean Moran, Jay Bienstock, John Cena and Dan Baime are the series’ executive producers.

In each episode, John Cena will hitch a ride with a new guest for an in-depth interview and curiosity-fueled excursion,...

John Cena is hitting the road with Logan Paul, Jelly Roll, Travis Barker and his former WWE rival Mike “The Miz” Mizanin in his first-ever talk series for Roku.

“What Drives You?,” which premieres Jan. 21, will see the actor and professional wrestler spend time with some of the most successful celebrities on the planet and talk about what drives them — both on the road and in their hearts.

The series will kick off with a road trip in Puerto Rico in Paul’s Ford Bronco, in which the pair will talk about career highs and lows and end up at his gym, where his brother Jake Paul is training for a fight.

The second episode will see Cena visit Jelly Roll in Nashville, where he will learn about the country singer’s life, from being a convict to his meteoric rise to stardom, as they drive around in his Ram 1500 Laramie.

On Wednesday January 15 2025, MTV broadcasts The Challenge!

Season 40 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “The Challenge” promises to be an exciting ride for fans of reality competition. As contestants from various parts of the world come together, viewers can expect to see intense rivalries and unexpected friendships form. The mix of personalities adds an interesting dynamic to the challenges, making each moment unpredictable.

In this episode, the competitors will face off in a series of cutthroat challenges designed to test their physical and mental strength. These challenges are not just about winning; they also play a crucial role in shaping alliances and rivalries. Contestants will have to navigate their relationships carefully, as one wrong move could lead to elimination.

Romance is also in the air, with some contestants finding connections amidst the chaos. This adds another layer of drama to the competition, as personal feelings can clash with the desire to win.

Singer Macy Gray is no stranger to reality TV, but she surprised judges on The Masked Singer UK after her elimination from the competition abruptly became tense.

Before The Masked Singer UK, Macy appeared on MTV's nostalgic reboot of The Surreal Life – The Surreal Life: Villa Of Secrets – which itself was originally something of a spin-off of the network's genre-making The Real World.

The Surreal Life had a twist, though, as we explained back in July:

"The Surreal Life (2003-2006) [originally was] a reality television series that sets a select group of past-their-prime celebrities and records them as they live together in a mansion ... cameras not only record the castmates' participation in group activities assigned to them, but also their interpersonal relationships and conflicts."

Ahead of its 2024 debut, Macy talked a bit about how filming was unexpectedly emotionally taxing.

She talked about working through conflict with cast mate Tyler Posey, and...

After months of watching every unpredictable moment unfold on The Challenge 40: Battle of the Eras, the franchise's biggest season yet officially came to an end. The two-part season finale began on Jan. 1 and concluded on Jan. 8 with the crowning of a male and female winner. There's no spoilers here on who came out victorious, but let's just say it was an exciting end to the season!

Just like in the past, once one season of The Challenge concludes on MTV, we can expect another season to arrive shortly after. However, rather than having to wait a handful of months until the next season begins, we only have to wait a couple weeks. While it's not a new season of the flagship series, The Challenge: All Stars will be back with two major changes.

First of all, for the first time in its five-season run, The Challenge: All Stars won't...

Jordan Wiseley is highly regarded as one of the best competitors in the history of The Challenge, despite only have one fully-functioning hand. The MTV star is missing four fingers from his left hand but has never used his disability as an excuse. Instead, he has thrived, even beating his opponents over the years in competitions that heavily favor contestants with two hands. When he made his television debut on The Real World: Portland in 2013, Wiseley insisted that he doesn’t consider himself to be handicapped. What happened to The Challenge star Jordan Wiseley’s hand? Although Wisely initially told his Real World castmates that he lost his hand in an alligator attack, he later revealed the truth behind his missing extremity. The reality star was born with a congenital abnormality called symbrachydactyly, which is “a condition of short fingers that may be webbed or joined,” according to Boston Children’s Hospital.

Statler Riley from 90 Day Fiancé: The Other Way is not going to be a part of the franchise anymore after starring in season 6 with Dempsey Wilkinson. Statler is a 34-year-old woman from Irving, Texas. During her 90 Day Fiancé: Before the 90 Days season 6 debut, Statler revealed that she was adopted at birth when she was a baby. Statler also opened up about having Adhd. She grew up feeling like a black sheep amid siblings who were overachievers. Statler struggled to fit in and decided to leave the country when she found a British girlfriend.

Dempsey felt betrayed by Statler’s decision, but the two women also had to navigate through trust issues in their debut season. While a UK move never happened, Statler toured Europe for over a year with Dempsey in a van and the couple ended up discovering how incompatible they were. In the end, it was...

The Challenge: Battle of the Eras final will feature eight competitors battling to determine the Season 40 winners.

Several multi-time champions are among them, including Johnny Bananas, the show’s all-time winningest player. Jordan Wiseley will compete to win his fourth MTV season.

Former winners Tori Deal, Rachel Robinson, and Jenny West will also attempt to add to their Challenge accolades.

Meanwhile, three individuals who are first-timers in an MTV final and have yet to win a season of the show are also competing.

Former Big Brother star Kyland Young, Survivor winner Michele Fitzgerald, and The Real World: Cancun star Derek Chavez reached their first MTV final.

With at least one episode to air before the reunion special, many fans wonder who the Battle of the Eras winners are.

The Challenge 40 final format features pairs and twist

The Battle of the Eras season opened with 40 players split into four teams with 10 competitors each.

This is the fictional story of five strangers picked to live in a house and have their lives taped to find out what happens when people stop being polite and start getting murdered… My Little Eye. And if you haven’t seen this one, it’s the Best Horror Movie You Never Saw.

Reality shows are nearly unavoidable these days, but back in the ‘90s they were still rare. Aside from MTV’s The Real World and episodes of Cops, we hadn’t been exposed to much reality programming yet. And when word started leaking out about the development of shows like Big Brother and Survivor, they sounded odd. A little twisted, potentially dangerous. Big Brother was offering the chance to watch its contestants on 24/7 live streams. Survivor was taking its contestants out to isolated locations and leaving them to provide basic survival necessities for themselves. While the concept of Big Brother just seemed weird,...

When "10 Things I Hate About You" was released in 1999, it featured a cast of swoon-worthy young stars. Joseph Gordon-Levitt (who wasn't sold on the movie at first), Heath Ledger, Julia Stiles, and Larisa Oleynik were the film's core four, but the supporting cast was rounded out by actors like Gabrielle Union, David Krumholtz, Andrew Keegan, and Allison Janney, and everyone delivers a fun performance. The contemporary movie is actually an adaptation of William Shakespeare's classic play "The Taming of the Shrew," setting the romantic comedy at a modern high school instead of the olden days. It's about a pretty girl named Bianca (Oleynik) who isn't allowed to date until her uptight older sister Kat (Stiles) is taken; as a result, Cameron (Gordon-Levitt) pays the rambunctious Patrick (Ledger) to woo Kat. Hijinks ensue.

If you're a fan of the classic teen comedy, but you're getting tired of rewatching Kat recite the titular poem,...

Throughout its lengthy history, The Challenge has introduced viewers to hundreds of memorable and lovable contestants, some of whom have been honored by the series after their tragic passings. The show premiered in 1998 (then called Road Rules: All Stars), and eventually evolved into Real World/Road Rules Challenge. It finally took on an all-encompassing title, The Challenge. The reality competition show aimed to take stars from two already popular MTV shows (Road Rules and The Real World), and pit them against each other in physical competitions. Fans of the original programs could tune in, and root for their favorite stars in a new setting.

The Challenge's format is unique from other reality TV series because its contestants typically return to compete multiple times. This distinct factor has allowed the stars (and fans of the series) to form long-lasting relationships with those who appear on The Challenge. Following the tragic...

The Challenge stars Trishelle Cannatella and Rachel Robinson have solidified their status as two of the most powerful women to appear on reality television.

The iconic MTV stars received spots on Variety’s annual list, which features 30 influential reality TV stars.

While they debuted on MTV’s original shows The Real World and Road Rules, they joined The Challenge for multiple seasons thereafter.

Other shows with stars on the list include Jersey Shore, Below Deck, Vanderpump Rules, and The Real Housewives franchise.

Both Trishelle and Rachel had impressive returns to reality television in recent years, some of which included The Challenge.

As of this writing, Trishelle accomplished her first win on reality TV, while Rachel is appearing on MTV and looking to add another win to her resume.

Trishelle won her first reality TV competition in 2024

Trishelle’s debut arrived with MTV’s The Real World: Las Vegas 2002, which is...

Another installment of The Challenge: All Stars is on the way, featuring a cast of reality television royalty paired as rival teammates.

The Challenge: All Stars 5 will bring the popular Rivals twist to the competition show’s format.

On Wednesday, The Challenge revealed the complete cast, including stars from Big Brother, The Real World, Road Rules, and other reality TV programs.

Among those returning to the competition franchise is Ashley “Millionaire” Mitchell, last seen on MTV’s Spies, Lies & Allies.

Her comeback arrives after breaking The Challenge rules in an unaired incident, resulting in Ashley’s mysterious “deactivation” that season.

In addition, viewers will see icons, including Da’Vonne Rogers, Veronica Portillo, Katie Cooley, Shane Landrum, Frank Sweeney, and Beth Stolarczyk.

The Challenge: All Stars 5 to feature rival teammates

All Stars 5 will feature 26 competitors in its cast in pairs format, where partners have a rivalry between them, whether during the show or away from it.

General Hospital (Gh) spoilers and updates reveal fans have noticed many changes in Port Charles lately, especially with some characters departing from the show. Bradford Anderson, an actor from the show, has shared his thoughts on these changes-he even compared the soap opera to a popular reality show.

General Hospital Spoilers – Bradford Anderson Spoke Out On The Daily Drama Podcast

Anderson made his debut on General Hospital as Damian Spinelli in 2006, originally introduced as a source of comic relief, and also in the spin-off series General Hospital: Night Shift.

The character gained further recognition through the book, The Secret Life of Damian Spinelli. Throughout the years, Anderson has engaged in various other projects, often connected to his time on General Hospital.

He was a member of the rock band Port Chuck which is now broken up, alongside co-stars such as Steve Burton, Scott Reeves, and Brandon Barash.

Additionally, Anderson and...

Former The Challenge winner Zach Nichols knows that MTV’s competition series isn’t just a game that’s won physically but also mentally.

He previously won with several of his The Real World castmates on Battle of the Seasons in 2012 and returned to the final several more times after.

While he’s not in the epic Battle of the Eras season, many of his former castmates are, including Cory Wharton and Derek Chavez.

Cory and Derek faced off in the Episode 16 elimination after previous elimination winner Jenny West selected them among her three targets.

The event wasn’t a head-to-head physical competition, so fortune was on Derek’s side. Instead, the objective was to be the first to carry cinder blocks to a platform in the sand and correctly assemble the puzzle pictured on the blocks.

Using a smart strategy for the event, Derek managed to oust the multi-time finalist Cory from the game,...

Fans have recently seen quite a few changes happening in Port Charles, especially with characters leaving General Hospital. One actor from the series, Bradford Anderson, has recently spoken up about these changes. In fact, he even recently compared the soap to a certain reality series.

Bradford Anderson Was Talking On A Podcast About Developments In Port Charles

Anderson first joined General Hospital as Damian Spinelli in 2006, initially serving as a comic relief character. Notably, Anderson also appeared as the character in the General Hospital: Night Shift spin-off. The character was also the subject of the book, The Secret Life of Damian Spinelli.

Over the years, Anderson also has taken part in a few other projects, which usually tie into his work on General Hospital. He is part of the rock group, Port Chuck, with co-stars like Steve Burton, Scott Reeves, and Brandon Barash.

Bradford Anderson & Steve Burton – Instagram

Anderson and...

On Wednesday December 11 2024, MTV broadcasts The Challenge!

Must Win Era Season 40 Episode 16 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “The Challenge” titled “Must Win Era” promises to be filled with excitement and high stakes. This episode will air on MTV and is sure to capture the attention of fans. The Challengers are set to face some intense challenges that will test their physical limits and mental toughness.

In this episode, Burger King joins the action, adding a unique twist to the competition. The Challengers will have to tackle a risky plunge and navigate a tough swim. These challenges are not only physically demanding but also come with serious consequences for those who do not succeed. The pressure will be on as the competitors strive to avoid elimination and secure their place in the game.

As the episode unfolds, viewers can expect to see alliances formed and rivalries intensified. The Challengers will...

President-elect Donald Trump will Meet the Press in an exclusive sit-down interview with NBC’s Kristen Welker this weekend, the network announced Wednesday.

The conversation, Trump’s first network interview since winning the 2024 presidential election, will be recorded on Friday. Meet the Press airs Sunday at 10:30 am in New York and Washington, D.C.; check local listings elsewhere.

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After a tumultuous return to MTV’s The Challenge, another one of Laurel Stucky’s Season 40 castmates suggests she might be the problem.

Season 40, known as Battle of the Eras, featured 40 of The Challenge’s iconic stars from various eras of the competition series.

Laurel appeared as one of the 10 members of the Era 2 team, which also featured her friend-turned-rival, Cara Maria Sorbello, and seven-time winner Johnny Bananas.

While she looked to be a frontrunner for another Challenge win after her dominant performance on the All Stars 4 spinoff, various altercations plagued Laurel’s MTV season.

Among them were spats with castmates Darrell Taylor, Emily Schrom, and Cara, the latter of which erupted into a heated incident and involved some moments with sensitive remarks that never aired.

Some of Laurel’s situations with her castmates carried over to the Season 40 reunion and on social media, including a war of words on X,...

If you’re a royal follower, you’ve probably noticed the odd, almost awkward dynamic between Prince Harry and Meghan Markle in recent months. And it’s not just the tabloids stirring the pot this time—this time, it seems it’s Markle herself who’s leaving the public to question the stability of their once-dazzling fairytale.

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry in a still from Harry and Meghan | Netflix

Reports suggest that the Royal couple may be heading toward professional separation, fueled by Markle’s solo appearance at a recent Thanksgiving event.

The rising speculation about their divorce has made fans reflect on Andrew Tate’s earlier controversial remarks. And while many still disagree with his views, they can’t deny that some of his predictions about relationships seem to be hitting a little too close to home for the Sussexes.

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry: Is Their Marriage Headed for the Rocks?...

Oh, the drama! Bravo‘s hit reality series, Vanderpump Rules, is getting a Season 12 renewal, but with a twist. The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills spinoff is getting an all-new cast after the show’s “Scandoval” cheating scandal. Raise your hand if you have no idea what I’m talking about. Well, that makes two of us. However, after doing some research, it turns out that, during Season 10, the show’s events revealed that Tom Sandoval and Raquel Leviss engaged in an illicit relationship. Another cast member, Ariana Madix, tried to defend Sandoval but was ultimately deceived. Instead of picking up the pieces, Vanderpump Rules is wiping the slate clean for Season 12, inviting new cast members to the table.

Lisa Vanderpump, the executive producer of Vanderpump Rules and boss of Sur, the Los Angeles restaurant where the show’s drama plays out, is at the center of the new collective...

“By the pricking of my thumbs, something wicked this way comes,” says “The Traitors” host Alan Cumming to open the new teaser trailer Peacock released for the upcoming third season of the reality competition series (watch it above). It’s set to return on Jan. 9 with the following 21 contestants:

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Bob Harper (“The Biggest Loser”)

Bob The Drag Queen (“RuPaul’s Drag Race”)

Britney Haynes (“Big Brother”)

Carolyn Wiger (“Survivor”)

Chanel Ayan (“The Real Housewives of Dubai”)

Chrishell Stause (“Selling Sunset”)

Ciara Miller (“Summer House”)

Danielle Reyes (“Big Brother”)

Dolores Catania (“The Real Housewives of New Jersey”)

Dorinda Medley (“The Real Housewives of New York City”)

Dylan Efron (“Down to Earth with Zac Efron”)

Gabby Windey (“The Bachelorette”)

Jeremy Collins (“Survivor”)

Lord Ivar Mountbatten (“British Royal”)

Nikki Garcia (WWE Hall of Famer)

Rob Mariano (“Survivor” and “Deal or No Deal Island”)

Robyn Dixon...

From the moment it went on the air in 1992 all the way to its final season in 2019, MTV’s groundbreaking reality show The Real World offered young people a simple proposition: We’ll give you 15 minutes of fame if you agree to live in a house with complete strangers and let us film you 24/7. Some of the more more memorable cast members were given a chance to extend their moment by appearing on the spinoff show The Real World/Road Rules Challenge (later shortened simply to The Challenge) where they competed...

President-elect Donald Trump continues to announce comically terrible cabinet picks seemingly plucked out of half-remembered TV listings from 2013. Now he’s added Dr. Mehmet Oz to a lineup that already includes Fox News hosts Sean Duffy (formerly of The Real World) and Pete Hegseth, as well as WWE co-founder Linda McMahon.

Dr. Oz has been tapped to lead the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, a decision that’s led a lot of folks online to make jokes comparing Trump’s pick to another famous TV quack: Dr. Nick Riviera.

But that’s not exactly a fair comparison — to Dr. Nick, that is.

Sure, Dr. Nick’s not perfect. He lost his watch during an operation, dispenses opioids from a Pez dispenser, once stole cadavers in order to drive in the carpool lane and surgically swapped poor Mr. McGreg’s arm and leg.

But Dr. Nick may just be a better physician than Dr.

Hollywood writing partnerships dissolve for many reasons. There may be creative disagreements, personality conflicts, workload imbalances. For the celebrated author Dave Eggers and his younger brother Toph, who’d had a run of collaborations, the rupture in their bond could perhaps be attributed to all these things. But, mainly, to far deeper, darker troubles.

“For so many years I was locked in a certain relationship with Dave, and I just couldn’t see fault in him — and then, once I did, it flipped,” says Toph over one of several long meals at diners and delis across L.A.’s Eastside.

Dave emerged as a literary phenomenon a quarter-century ago with A Heartbreaking Work of Staggering Genius, his memoir about raising Toph after both of their parents died of cancer within weeks of each other. The book became a generational touchstone for its joking-but-not, manic-expressive style — evidenced in the title itself,...

Jimmy Kimmel commented on Donald Trump’s nomination of former Fox Business host Sean Duffy for secretary of transportation during his Tuesday night monologue, calling it “one of his least embarrassing picks.”

Though Duffy served as a U.S. representative for Wisconsin from 2011 to 2019, he started his career in the ’90s as a reality star, which Kimmel was quick to point out.

“Duffy served in Congress for eight years, but you know what he did before that? He was on ‘The Real World’ and ‘Road Rules’ on MTV,” Kimmel said. “[Trump] hired the guy from ‘Road Rules’ to be secretary of transportation, because of course he did — the word ‘road’ is right in there.”

Kimmel continued, “And that’s one of his least embarrassing picks. Maybe he’ll pick one of the Teen Moms to be secretary of labor!”

He cracked that Trump’s appointments are like a “season of ‘Dancing With the Stars....

Donald Trump has found yet another TV personality for his cabinet.

The President-elect announced on Tuesday that he will nominate Dr. Mehmet Oz to be the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (Cms) Administrator. Oz will still need to be confirmed by the Senate before assuming the cabinet position.

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President-Elect Donald Trump's surprising cabinet picks have dominated the news cycle this week among the latest is reality TV star Sean Duffy, who came to fame on MTV's The Real World.

Although it is true that Sean Duffy was a cast member on The Real World, he has actually had an extensive career in politics in the intervening years.

Moreover, Trump famously appointed another reality television personality to his administration during his first term: Omarosa Manigault Newman, who was known for her stint on The Apprentice.

Omarosa worked on his campaign before his election, and in September 2016, she said of then-candidate Trump:

"Every critic, every detractor, will have to bow down to President Trump. It's everyone who's ever doubted Donald, whoever disagreed, whoever challenged him. It is the ultimate revenge to become the most powerful man in the universe."

Omarosa was named a White House staffer ahead of Trump's January 2017 inauguration,...

Sean Duffy is entering the real world of Washington D.C., with Donald Trump tapping the Fox Business host and former Representative of Wisconsin to be his nominee as his secretary of transportation. Duffy would replace Pete Buttigieg, who was selected by sitting President Biden to lead the department under his administration.

Duffy represents a double-dip into the bin of Fox personalities for Trump. The President-elect had previously announced that “Fox & Friends Weekend” co-host Pete Hegseth would be appointed secretary of defense. Unlike Hegseth, Duffy has legislative experience, having served as a U.S. Representative from 2011 to 2019. He resigned in 2019 for personal reasons, disclosing that his newborn daughter had been diagnosed with a heart defect.

Prior to his 2010 campaign for the House of Representatives, Duffy had been appointed the District Attorney of Ashland County in Wisconsin in 2002.

Duffy first entered the public eye in his late twenties, featured as...

Donald Trump has gone to the Fox News well yet again, tapping the Fox Business host to be his nominee for secretary of transportation.

Duffy, a former congressman, is the co-host of Fox Business’ The Bottom Line and is a contributor to the news network. He also was a cast member on a season of The Real World.

Trump said in a statement that Duffy “will prioritize Excellence, Competence, Competitiveness and Beauty when rebuilding America’s highways, tunnels, bridges and airports. He will ensure our ports and dams serve our Economy without compromising our National Security, and he will make our skies safe again by eliminating Dei for pilots and air traffic controllers.”

Duffy is married to Fox & Friends Weekend co-host Rachel Campos-Duffy. A co-host of that show, Pete Hegseth, was nominated by Trump last week to serve as secretary of defense.

Trump added, “The husband of a wonderful woman,...

A new season of The Traitors US comes to Peacock this winter. A group of reality TV stars and additional celebrities will compete for part of the $250,000 prize.

Peacock previously revealed the names of 21 players, but familiar twists await the fans.

Last season on The Traitors, a Below Deck star joined the cast after someone quit, and a Big Brother winner popped up to lead them through a challenge.

Kate Chastain from Below Deck and the first season of The Traitors arrived at the Scotland castle mid-way through Season 2. She was a late arrival who was allowed to join the game after boxer Deontay Wilder quit.

Later, Big Brother 2 winner Dr. Will Kirby surfaced as someone staying at the cabin in the woods. That cabin is where creepy challenges happen with bugs or darkness. He didn’t play the game but was part of the advertising.

The Traitors Season...

How Real is Reality TV? Exposing the Truth Behind the Drama - Main Image

From the biggest breakdowns to the pettiest fights seen on TV, how real is reality TV, exactly? Considering the prominence of TV drama, what sets reality TV apart from all of it? Here's what you need to know.

How Much of Reality TV is Real? The Truth Behind the Drama

First of all, reality TV should be taken exactly how they're represented. These are moments shot while the cameras are rolling, pretty similar to how live shows are done in real time — there's no telling which is real or fake.

However, to give a more profound perspective on it, the electronic-media division head at the College-Conservatory of Music previously said, "Reality TV is a misnomer. In many cases, there is nothing remotely real about it."

According to MTV's The Real World co-creator Jon Murray, The Real World...

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The second season of House of Villains debuted with a two-night premiere on Wednesday, Oct. 9, on E! The reality TV show sees some of the most iconic baddies battle each other to become Americas Ultimate Supervillain.

These villains compete in challenges in the hopes of becoming a Supervillain, who then has to nominate two people for the "Hit List." The nominees then have a chance to save themselves during the Redemption Challenge. At the end of the week, the group will vote to eliminate one iconic reality TV villain from their evil lair.

In the end, the show's ultimate villain walks away with the title and $200,000. Season 1 of House of Villains had some of TV's worst villains, but Season 2 is even more entertaining!

Cast Member for Season 1 of House of Villains

Original Show

Place Finished

Tanisha Thomas

Bad Girls Club

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Johnny Bananas...

For the first time in 33 years, veteran buyers and sellers will be wandering a trade floor far from Santa Monica during the American Film Market. Nearly every year since 1991, the U.S. film industry’s leading content market has set up shop at the Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel. The old digs weren’t exactly luxurious, but no one ever said the nitty-gritty world of indie film sales was the glamour-facing side of the movie business. The Loews met the industry’s needs, and for a frantic week every November, it was the place a generation of international dealmakers, distributors and Hollywood pretenders called home.

But the property changed ownership last year, forcing Amf organizers to hold the 2023 market at the nearby Le Meridian Delfina. That location disappointed many attendees due to its cramped layout, prompting AFM to reassess what venue would best serve its future. Organizers’ answer: To pack up and head to Vegas.

The Challenge: Battle of the Eras brought back many of MTV’s previous reality stars for an iconic cast, including The Real World: Portland’s Nia Moore.

Nia joined two of her former castmates, Jordan Wiseley and Averey Tressler, on the Era 2 team and felt, due to her connections, she had a good chance of sticking around for multiple episodes.

Due to that, she could explore a few potential showmances, including flirtations with Josh Martinez and Kyland Young.

The latter blossomed into something special, as they seemed to continue a showmance until Nia’s elimination in Episode 11.

Regarding Josh, Nia recently admitted in a podcast interview that her situation with him wasn’t as serious.

She opened up about what unfolded between her and Josh, mentioning he showed a surprising interest in her when they first met.

Nia said she and Josh were ‘never intimate’ during Season 40

According to Nia,...

Although Wes Bergmann announced his retirement from The Challenge during CBS’ USA Season 2 spinoff, many fans continue to beg for his return.

He’s been among the noticeable absences in Season 40, aka Battle of the Eras, which has many of the all-time greats assembled in its 40-person cast.

They include show winners Johnny Bananas, Laurel Stucky, Jordan Wiseley, Chris “Ct” Tamburello, and Cara Maria Sorbello.

While he’s retired from the show, he’s been visible, appearing on Bananas’ podcast and expressing his opinions on social media.

With the former Real World star still heavily involved in the show’s fandom, some might think he’s contemplating a return to the competition.

Wes recently addressed whether he intends to appear on The Challenge or one of its spinoffs, such as the popular All Stars series he’s won.

Wes speaks about a potential return to MTV’s The Challenge or...

Wes Bergmann from The Challenge reveals he was ‘collecting data’ for his show, House of Villains. It seems the reality TV show alum was being a “game player” as usual to be successful in his competition. He even spoke to previous competitors.

Preparing For The Challenge Was Hard For Wes Bergmann

Wes Bergmann is a reality show star known for appearing on The Challenge. The series is a spinoff of Road Rules and Real World. However, the series also brought in “fresh meat.” Bergmann did not have to take this route as he was an alum of The Real World: Austin.

Now 40 and married with a one-year-old daughter, Lucy, Wes looks back on his difficult days on The Challenge. The TV personality explained to People, “My fans are on me all the time. They’re like, ‘You’ll come back and you’ll do this. What do you doing?’” The...

On Wednesday October 9 2024, MTV broadcasts The Challenge!

Battle of the Eras: The Era of the Gladiator Season 40 Episode 8 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “The Challenge,” titled “Battle of the Eras: The Era of the Gladiator,” promises to bring intense competition and unexpected twists. As the players gear up for this thrilling showdown, they will need to channel their inner gladiators to outlast their rivals and secure their safety in the game. The stakes are high, and the pressure is on as friendships are tested and alliances are put to the ultimate challenge.

In this episode, the players will face a series of demanding tasks that require strength, strategy, and teamwork. The challenges will push them to their limits, forcing them to dig deep and unleash their competitive spirits. With glory on the line, everyone will be fighting hard to prove their worth and claim victory. The atmosphere will be...

With The Challenge: Battle of the Eras currently airing on MTV, former cast member Theresa Jones claims several individuals from the show owe her an apology.

She mentioned show winners Johnny Bananas and Laurel Stucky, who appear in MTV’s current season.

Theresa, 39, hasn’t appeared on the competition show since 2020’s Double Agents, where she teamed up with Jay Starrett.

Following her elimination in Episode 9 by Kaycee Clark, she seemingly announced her official retirement from the show in an emotional speech.

She reiterated her decision to remain retired due to having surgery and wanting to spend more time with her family away from reality TV.

However, she posted a cryptic message on social media earlier this week, seeming to call out her former castmates and a producer for an unspecified incident.

Theresa posted a cryptic message about The Challenge

Taking to X and Instagram, Theresa posted a message that...

Jeff Probst has always been the proud face of Survivor. And has consistently worked in several capacities to bring more thrill and fun into the competitive reality show. But seems like he was not the only one trying to incorporate certain new elements on the show. And even the head of CBS had his own order ready for the entire staff that he wanted everyone to strictly follow.

Jeff Probst in a still from Survivor | Credits: CBS/Hulu

In a past interview, Probst revealed an incident where George Cheeks, President of CBS and Paramount Plus wanted to add more diversity to the show.

Jeff Probst How George Cheeks’ Mandate Changed the Diversity of Survivor Jeff Probst in a still from Survivor | Credits: CBS/Hulu

When it came to diversity, CBS and Paramount Plus head George Cheeks had a very clear and straightforward message for the entire crew of Survivor. It happened during the Covid pandemic,...

Laurel Stucky from The Challenge claimed that Wes Bergmann is a “liar.” After a conversation with fellow contestant Johnny Bananas where Wes does not believe she is a good contestant, she responds.

The Challenge All-Stars

The Challenge is a popular reality TV competition hosted by T.J. Lavin. Airing on MTV, the show is a spin-off of two other shows from the network, The Real World and Road Rules. The previous contestants from those shows compete in strength, agility, and mind competitions. They might compete on a team, with a partner, or independently.

Some examples of previous seasons are Battle of The Exes, Rivals, Fresh Meat, and Battle of The Sexes. However, there are many other types of competitions. With 36 seasons, it was clear it was a popular show. A separate spin-off series, The Challenge: All Stars showcased players from The Challenge, Real World, and Road Rules.

The show has been...

As their recent online remarks clearly show, there’s no love lost between The Challenge castmates Laurel Stucky and Wes Bergmann.

Monsters and Critics reported about Wes’ recent comments that Laurel is “not good” at The Challenge regarding her entertainment value or growth over her seasons.

While she’s won several seasons, Wes also suggested she wouldn’t be good at competing on the show if she were the same size as most of her female castmates.

His remarks arrived during a podcast with his rival-turned-friend, former castmate Johnny Bananas, who strongly defended his friend and Season 40 castmate.

Despite that, Wes continued to point out how Laurel has had “opportunities” to showcase growth throughout her time on The Challenge, but he hasn’t “seen it” occur.

After fans mentioned Wes’s criticisms and comments to Laurel on social media, she fired back with some thoughts of her own.

Laurel fires...

Brad Fiorenza is a legend for The Challenge, but anyone could see that he struggled mightily in Season 40. This was The Challenge: Battle of the Eras, and Brad admits that he suffered through a traumatic experience while shooting that season of the hit reality TV series.

Here is what Brad said about that specific season.

Brad Fiorenza Suffered “Sleepless Nights” On The Challenge

Brad Fiorenza competed in The Challenge: Battle of the Eras, which was Season 40 of the hit MTV reality TV competition series. He was part of the Era 1 team, along with names like Chris “Ct” Tamburello, Rachel Robinson, Mark Long, and Tina Barta.

Brad on The Challenge | YouTube

This was his first full-time appearance since The Challenge: Final Reckoning in Season 32. While Brad had high hopes, things didn’t go well, and he ended up going home after Episode 6. He did last longer than Chris “Ct” Tamburello,...