The Challenge
A spin-off of Real World and Road Rules, The Challenge is a reality competition series that pits former reality stars against each other in high-intensity missions. Originally called Real World/Road Rules Challenge, the show has been hosted by T. J. Lavin since Season 11, and now features contestants from reality shows such as Are You The One?, Ex on the Beach, and Big Brother. The contestant with the most wins in the show's history is Johnny "Bananas" Devenanzio, who has won over $1 million on The Challenge.
Network: MTV
First Episode Date: June 1, 1998
Cast:
- Johnny "Bananas" Devenanzio (20 Seasons)
- Chris "CT" Tamburello (17 Seasons)
- Cara Maria Sorbello (14 Seasons)
- Wes Bergmann (13 Seasons)
- Aneesa Ferreira (13 Seasons)
- Derrick Kosinski (10 Seasons)
- Camila Nakagawa (10 Seasons)
- Paula Meronek (10 Seasons)
- Darrell Taylor (9 Seasons)
- Zach Nichols (9 Seasons)
- Abram Boise (9 Seasons)
Where to Watch: CBS All Access, MTV
Latest The Challenge News and Updates
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Josh Martinez May or May Not Be Dating Another Cast Member From 'The Challenge 40: Eras'
Let's face it: The hookups and the drama they bring are the best part.
Devin and Leroy’s Heated Conflict: What Led to the Tension on 'The Challenge'
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Laurel Stucky Admits Filming Conditions "Weren't the Greatest" for 'The Challenge 40'
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Nelson Thomas From 'The Challenge' Shared a Major Update About His Foot
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Laurel said the feud began simply because Cara "annoyed" her.
What's Going on With Laurel and Nicole From 'The Challenge'? A Look at Their Feud
Laurel snapped in a now deleted comment, “Hope you’re not secretly cheating on her too.”
Kam Williams Triumphs on 'The Challenge' While Thriving as a Mother of Two
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Veteran Competitor Kam Williams Returned for MTV’s 'The Challenge: All-Stars' Season 4
"Even though I’m a mom now, I’m still Killer Kam."
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'The Challenge' Stars Paulie Calafiore and Cara Maria Sorbello Prove Love Conquers All
Paulie Calafiore and Cara Maria Sorbello first crossed paths in 2018 on 'The Challenge: Final Reckoning,' and they have remained a couple ever since.
'The Challenge' Star Rachel Robinson Is Happily Married With Three Kids
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'The Challenge' Producer Jared March Is Dead at Just 28 Years Old — What Happened?
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'The Challenge': Horacio Says He Was "Heartbroken" by Olivia's Decision in Latest Elimination (EXCLUSIVE)
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'The Challenge' Legend CT Tamburello Can't Wait to Team up With Johnny Bananas on 'The Traitors' (EXCLUSIVE)
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Meet the Fierce Competitors of 'The Challenge: Battle for a New Champion'
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'The Challenge: USA' Season 2 Cast Is Ready to Crush the Competition
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'The Challenge: World Championship' was filmed in an idyllic location. We have the details on when and where the global tournament was filmed.
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When does 'The Challenge: World Championship' air? The ultimate global tournament is finally upon us! Learn all about how to watch it.
Meet the Super-Sized Cast of Legends in 'The Challenge: World Championship'
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