Memorable competitors from MTV's The Challenge invite viewers to their hometowns for in-depth interviews that shed new light on their personal lives, interests and more.
If you’re a longtime Challenge fan, you probably thought CT was from Methuen, right? CT demystifies this assumption, coming to us straight from his REAL hometown of Charlestown to pull the curtain back on his origin story. CT goes deep, giving us his take on his most ICONIC Challenge moments! From his unconventional Real World audition (which led to a secret life in Paris) to his instant connection with Diem, watch as we get to know the real Chris Tamburello.
Hailing from northern Mass with no plans for a career in reality TV, Cara Maria took the plunge into The Challenge with Fresh Meat II. In this episode of Home Turf, Cara talks about her hiatus from the show, opening up about her family, her career, and the heartbreaking loss of her "true Challenge queen." Watch as she looks back on her iconic Challenge glow up and reflects on her career highs and lows, featuring a Team Boston reunion with CT. Don’t miss out on this captivating ride through the life of the one and only Cara Maria!
For this Colorado episode of #TheChallengeHomeTurf, we’re pulling back the curtain on one of The Challenge’s most polarizing figures. Watch as Amanda Garcia brings us into her reality TV experience: confronting her “evil” reputation head-on, dealing with her father's stroke during her first season, and reflecting on her decision to open up on camera for the first time. Get to know the REAL Amanda’s life where she balances working at a high-risk prison and navigating the complexities of dating, all while being a single mom!
Don’t look down! In episode 4 of #TheChallengeHomeTurf, we’re soaring to new heights as we delve into the life of a legendary four-time consecutive champion of The Challenge, Darrell Taylor! Darrell wistfully recalls twists from past seasons he longs to see again, and facing rumors of a curse after his early victories, he candidly addresses the challenges he’s encountered. Join us as we journey to Elk Grove, CA, where Darrell opens up about his upbringing in the East Bay, his rise to reality TV stardom, and his business owning a gym. He reflects on the terrifying emotional experience during his son’s premature birth and talks of his struggles leaving his family and gym behind when traveling for the show. As a special treat, prepare for a surprise call from an old pal. It’s an episode brimming with personal insights, heartfelt exchanges, and a captivating glimpse into the life of a genuine Challenge icon.
What kind of emotional toll comes with being a reality TV star, and how do you keep your true self intact while navigating it all? Tori Deal may not have always known she was a fierce competitor, but she always had the confidence to stand out from the pack. At her peaceful Miami home, Tori opens up about humble beginnings interviewing Shaggy and Jason Derulo (?!), her transformative Are You The One audition that thrust her into the realm of MTV icons, and her ongoing journey in managing her mental well-being along the way. Get ready for an exclusive view into her rollercoaster relationships that played out on TV and her first Challenge win with Devin Walker on Ride or Dies! With guest appearances from Jordan Wiseley, Rachel Robinson, and Josh Martinez, this episode is one for the Challenge books!
Never underestimate Devin Walker— at least according to Devin himself. Direct from Northampton Mass, Devin tells us about the personal journey that led to his iconic Ride or Dies win. He reflects on his high school debaucheries, winning Are You The One S3 using strategic plastic cup algorithms, and the invaluable lessons each Challenge season has taught him along the way. Plus, a FaceTime with Dave – I mean, Tori – while ‘golf-painting’? As this Champion himself likes to say: it’s time to LOCK IN!
We know her as Big T, but back home, she's known as Tula Fazakerley. For the first time publicly on The Challenge: Home Turf (and straight from the heart of London!), watch as Big T opens up about her childhood, her culinary experience, and the highs and lows of her Challenge career with help from her friends Kyle Christie, Sean Lineker & James Lock. Never count Big T out – there’s so much more to her story than meets the eye.
You can’t have heroes without a villain, and no one knows this better than the man himself, Johnny “Bananas” Devenanzio. For the final episode of The Challenge: Home Turf, Johnny drives us around his hometown of Huntington Beach, California while reflecting on his game’s evolution and the cutthroat moves that made him the iconic Challenger he is today. He gets personal, sharing stories about the origin of his nickname, the destruction of property he wrought on his high school, and the police station he might’ve visited once or twice. Relive his most shocking moments, most heartbreaking betrayals, and the trauma bonds he made along the way. Don’t miss the epic finale of The Challenge: Home Turf with the one and only Bananas Man.
