“The Challenge,” MTV’s enduring reality competition series, is about to reach an impressive milestone. The show’s 40th season, titled “The Challenge 40: Battle of the Eras,” will premiere on Wednesday August 14, 2024.
This season will be a nostalgic trip down memory lane, inviting competitors from the show’s extensive history to return and battle it out once more. The cast includes 40 legends, divided into four distinct eras, all vying for a share of the $1 million prize.
Familiar faces abound, with icons such as Johnny “Bananas” Devenanzio, Leroy Garrett, and Cara Maria Sorbello ready to showcase why they are considered veterans of the game. They will first compete in the Era Invitational, aiming to prove their era’s dominance by eliminating the weakest links.
The 40th season celebrates the show’s rich legacy, catering to fans’ nostalgia. The recent spin-off, “The Challenge: All Stars,” highlighted the deep connection between the audience and past players, with its success prompting the celebration of the 40th season.
“The Challenge” has become a cornerstone of competition reality television, bringing together contestants from various reality shows, including Big Brother, The Real World, Love Island, and Survivor. This blend of diverse personalities has fostered a dedicated fan base.
With its largest cast ever, “The Challenge 40: Battle of the Eras” will begin with a special cast introduction episode airing on August 7, titled “The Challenge 40: Battle of the Eras: Countdown Begins.”
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Challenge Competitors representing Era 1 (Seasons 1-10):
· Tina Barta (8 Challenges)
· Katie Cooley (11 Challenges, 1 win)
· Aneesa Fereira (17 Challenges)
· Brad Fiorenza (13 Challenges, 1 Win)
· Derrick Kosinski (13 Challenges, 3 Wins)
· Mark Long (8 Challenges, 2 Wins)
· Rachel Robinson (8 Challenges, 2 Wins)
· CT Tamburello (19 Challenges, 5 Wins)
· Darrell Taylor (14 Challenges, 4 Wins)
· Jodi Weatherton (5 Challenges, 2 Wins)
Challenge Competitors representing Era 2 (Seasons 11-20):
· Derek Chavez (5 Challenges)
· Nehemiah Clark (7 Challenges, 1 win)
· Johnny “Bananas” Devenanzio (23 Challenges, 7 Wins)
· KellyAnne Judd (7 Challenges)
· Ryan Kehoe (7 Challenges)
· Aviv Melmed (1 Challenges, 1 Win)
· Brandon Nelson (6 Challenges)
· Emily Schromm (3 Challenges, 1 Win)
· Cara Maria Sorbello (15 Challenges, 2 Wins)
· Laurel Stucky (8 Challenges, 2 Wins)
Challenge Competitors representing Era 3 (Seasons 21-30):
· Tori Deal (9 Challenges, 1 Win)
· Amanda Garcia (7 Challenges)
· Leroy Garrett (13 Challenges)
· Jonna Mannion (10 Challenges, 2 Wins)
· Nia Moore (4 Challenges)
· Tony Raines (7 Challenges)
· Averey Tressler (3 Challenges)
· Devin Walker (7 Challenges, 1 Win)
· Cory Wharton (10 Challenges)
· Jordan Wiseley (9 Challenges, 4 Wins)
Challenge Competitors representing Era 4 (Seasons 31-39):
· Paulie Calafiore (4 Challenges)
· Theo Campbell (3 Challenges)
· Kaycee Clark (5 Challenges, 1 Win)
· Michele Fitzgerald (4 Challenges)
· Horacio Gutiérrez Jr. (2 Challenges)
· Olivia Kaiser (2 Challenges)
· Josh Martinez (6 Challenges)
· Nurys Mateo (2 Challenges)
· Jenny West (2 Challenges, 1 win)
· Kyland Young (2 Challenges)
