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Phaedra Parks confirms she’s dating CT Tamburello from The Traitors, and will attend the Creative Arts Emmys as his date. The pair's romance traces back to their Traitors Season 2 run; Parks hinted at a non-platonic relationship on Jeff Lewis Live, and the couple says they’ve been seeing each other since early August.
Davis Mallory, the Real World alum and Challenge veteran who publicly said he no longer identifies as gay after a spiritual journey, has gone public with his new girlfriend, Rachel Vaughan. They reportedly began dating in August 2026 after meeting in 2022 in Hawaii, and have shared PDA-filled Instagram posts from a romantic vacation, marking a new chapter in his life.
The Challenge star Tyler Duckworth was laid to rest in a private funeral at Augustana Lutheran Church in Grand Forks, North Dakota, with co-star Johnny “Bananas” Devenanzio sharing photos and delivering remarks from the pulpit; Greg Bennett-Cesarini also attended. Duckworth, 44, died earlier this month and his official cause of death remains undetermined; he had recently undergone surgery and was found unresponsive “up against the door” with reports noting a bathtub overflow and water leakage from a neighbor’s ceiling. A memorial pamphlet reading “Celebrating the life of Tyler” and Philippians 4:6-7 was circulated at the service.
Police reports show 44-year-old Tyler Duckworth, a former The Challenge contestant, was found Aug. 11 in his North Dakota apartment with his body against the bathroom door and his bathtub overflowing; neighbors had reported water leaking through the ceiling. Authorities found no signs of foul play, and the cause of death remains under autopsy and toxicology review. Duckworth’s mother announced his death on Facebook.
Tyler Duckworth, a two-time winner of The Challenge who died at 44 in North Dakota, was remembered by fellow contestants as a joyful, energetic presence and loyal friend; tributes from Johnny “Bananas” Devenanzio and others recalled their long-running history on reality TV, dating back to Real World: Key West and Rivals (2011), with messages emphasizing that he felt like family to his castmates.
Johnny “Bananas” Devenanzio posted a heartfelt tribute to late The Challenge star Tyler Duckworth, sharing a 20-year montage and a performance of Zach Bryan’s “Pink Skies.” The notes reflect their origins on Real World: Key West and their Rivals 2011 win, while Duckworth, 44, was found dead in his North Dakota apartment with no signs of foul play; autopsy results are pending, and Duckworth’s mother posted a loving message in his memory.
Former MTV reality star Tyler Duckworth, a Real World: Key West alum and six-time Challenge contestant, was found dead in his North Dakota apartment; authorities reported no immediate signs of foul play, with a toxicology report pending, while his mother posted a notice of his passing and burial plans will be announced.
Tyler Duckworth, a popular MTV reality star who appeared on The Real World: Key West and competed on six seasons of The Challenge, died at 44 in North Dakota. His mother announced the death on Facebook, and authorities said he was found in his apartment after neighbors reported water leaking from the bathroom ceiling; the exact cause of death has not yet been determined. The Challenge showrunner and fellow cast members mourned his passing, praising his humor and sensitivity and noting his two-time championship run on the show.
Tyler Duckworth, a longtime MTV reality TV veteran known for The Challenge and Real World: Key West, was found dead at his Grand Forks, North Dakota home at age 44. Police confirmed the death; Duckworth had competed on four Challenge seasons (winning two) and appeared in The Challenge: All Stars, with tributes from fellow alums following his recent Challenge Mania appearance.
Tyler Duckworth, a reality-TV veteran who appeared on Real World: Key West and six The Challenge seasons (winning Cutthroat and Rivals), has died at 44. His mother announced the death; North Dakota officials said the death was unattended with no immediate cause. Born in 1981 in Atlanta and raised in Minneapolis, Duckworth later taught middle/high school and was pursuing a doctorate, having recently attended The Challenge Mania event in Minneapolis.
Tyler Duckworth, a two-time MTV The Challenge winner and former Real World: Key West star, has died at 44. His mother announced the death on Facebook, stating the cause of death has not yet been determined. Police said he was found in his bathroom after a neighbor reported water leaking into his apartment and noted no signs of foul play, with an investigation ongoing. Duckworth won The Challenge on Cutthroat (2006) and Rivals (2011) and remained a prominent figure among Challenge alumni, with tributes pouring in from fellow contestants.
Tyler Duckworth, a longtime competitor on MTV’s Real World: Key West and a two-time The Challenge champion, has died in North Dakota at age 44. The news was announced by his mother on Facebook; the cause of death has not yet been determined. Duckworth appeared on six Challenge seasons, winning Cutthroat and Rivals, and was praised by Bunim/Murray and fellow contestants as a beloved member of the Challenge family. Tributes poured in from the show’s cast and producers.
The Challenge alum Tyler Duckworth, 44, has died. He was reportedly found unresponsive in his North Dakota bathroom in an unattended death, after recently undergoing surgery. Duckworth appeared on six seasons of The Challenge, winning 2010’s Cutthroat and 2011’s Rivals, and first rose to fame on Real World: Key West (2006). Fellow castmates posted tributes online.
Deadline reports The Challenge is relocating from MTV to Paramount+ for Season 42, filmed in Thailand with 24 competitors vying for a $500,000 prize, split into three teams that must finish together. The series is hosted by TJ Lavin, premieres August 5 on Paramount+ and continues the franchise’s mix of veterans and newcomers, produced by Bunim/Murray.
Season 42 marks The Challenge's move to Paramount+ with The Challenge: Cutthroat, premiering August 5, 2026. Filmed in Thailand, 24 competitors—veterans and rookies—are divided into three teams for a $500,000 prize, with the winning captain deciding how the money is shared.