After facing off against Olympians and other professional athletes, the stars of MTV’s “The Challenge” are once again putting their expertise to the the test. Tuesday night will see the premiere of the network’s new season of “The Challenge” this time titled “Champs vs. Stars.”
While the usual “Challenge” series is a competition for money, this time around, as it was with “Champs vs. Pros,” the cast will be competing over a series of eight weeks all in the name of charity. Before episode 1 premieres, get to know who will be competing on each team in the hopes of winning their share of the $150,000 prize to donate to the charity of their choice.
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Ariane Andrew of MTV’s “The Challenge: Champs Vs. Stars.”MTV
Ariane Andrew - The former wrestler is best known for her stint on “Total Divas.” She’s competing for Black Girls Rock.
Instagram: arianeandrew
Twitter: @ArianeAndrew
Josh Murray of of MTV’s “The Challenge: Champs Vs. Stars.”MTV
Josh Murray- He didn’t win Andi Dorfman’s heart on “The Bachelorette” but he could win this season of “The Challenge.” The former baseball star is aiming to earn money for Extra Special People.
Instagram: joshmurray11
Twitter: @JoshAllanMurray
Justina Valentine of MTV’s “The Challenge: Champs Vs. Stars.”
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Justina Valentine- The “Wild ’N Out” star may have the charm to win over her fellow competitors, but does she have the physical skill needed to compete? She’s hoping to win for Young Women’s Leadership Network.
Instagram: justinavalentine
Twitter: @JustinaMusic
Kim Glass of MTV’s “The Challenge: Champs Vs. Stars.”
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Kim Glass-She’s a former Olympic champion in volleyball and has been featured in Sports Illustrated’s Swimsuit edition. Covenant House is her charity of choice.
Instagram: itskimglass
Twitter: @itskimglass
Matt Rife of MTV’s “The Challenge: Champs Vs. Stars.”
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Matt Rife - He’s a comedian, a “TRL” host and like Justina, he’s starred on “Wild ’N Out.” He’s working to help the World Wildlife Foundation.
Instagram: mattrife
Twitter: @ItsMattRife
Michelle Waterson of MTV’s “The Challenge: Champs Vs. Stars.”
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Michelle Waterson- The mixed martial artist has a serious chance of winning competitions this season. She’s playing for MVP Vets and Players.
Instagram: karatehottiemma
Twitter: @karatehottiemma
Riff Raff of MTV’s “The Challenge: Champs Vs. Stars.”
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Riff Raff- He’s a rapper, not an athlete, but viewers and “Challenge” cast members shouldn’t count him out right away. “After looking past his braids, tattoos, and eccentric fashion choices, there’s more to Riff Raff than first meets the eye,” MTV has teased of the artist. Riff Raff is competing for Nevada SPCA.
Instagram: jodyhighroller
Twitter: @jodyhighroller
Romeo Miller of MTV’s “The Challenge: Champs Vs. Stars.”
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Romeo Miller- You may know this “Challenge” newcomer best as Lil’Romeo. MTV has teased the artist is “certain to score a few points with the ladies while simultaneously threatening the competition.” Romeo is working to earn money for Team Hope NOLA.
Instagram: romeomiller
Twitter: @RomeoMiller
Shawn Johnson of MTV’s “The Challenge: Champs Vs. Stars.”
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Shawn Johnson- Retired Olympic gymnast Shawn Johnson shouldn’t find the “Challenge” competitions much of a struggle. She’s fighting on behalf of Hope Sports.
Instagram: shawnjohnson
Twitter: @ShawnJohnson
Terrell Owens of MTV’s “The Challenge: Champs Vs. Stars.”
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Terrell Owens- The former NFL star is “guaranteed to put the champs on edge,” the network has teased. His charity of choice is Ky Cares Foundation.
Instagram: terrellowens
Twitter: @terrellowens
Champs
Aneesa of MTV’s “The Challenge: Champs Vs. Stars.”
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Aneesa Ferreira- If her photo is any indication, Aneesa is looking to make her fourteenth “Challenge” appearance a win. She’s competing for Suicide Prevention.
Instagram: aneesamtv
Twitter: @AneesaMTV
Ashley of MTV’s “The Challenge: Champs Vs. Stars.”
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Ashley Brooke- She may have exited the last season of “The Challenge” early but she’s back for more. Ashley is fighting for Prevent Child Abuse America.
Instagram: mtvashleybrooke
Twitter: @MTVASHLEYBROOKE
Cory of MTV’s “The Challenge: Champs Vs. Stars.”
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Cory Wharton- He’s made it to the finals twice, can he finally take home a first-place win? Cory’s charity this season is Kids Food Basket.
Instagram: corywharton_ig
Twitter: @MTVCoryWharton
CT of MTV’s “The Challenge: Champs Vs. Stars.”
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Chris “CT” Tamburello- MTV has teased this season’s stars may have to watch out for the reigning “Challenge” champ. F.I.G.H.T is CT’s charity of choice.
Instagram: _famous4nothing
Twitter: @TheOfficial_CT
Emily of MTV’s “The Challenge: Champs Vs. Stars.”
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Emily Schromm- After a long break form the show, Emily is back to show off her athleticism. The full-time personal trainer is competing for Girls Inc.
Instagram: emilyschromm
Twitter: @EmFitMTV
Jenna of MTV’s “The Challenge: Champs Vs. Stars.”
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Jenna Compono- Jenna has proven her ability to be a “Challenge” pro time and time again. She’s back this time to raise money for The Jason Gruen Foundation.
Instagram: jennacompono
Twitter: @JennaCompono
Johnny of MTV’s “The Challenge: Champs Vs. Stars.”
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Johnny “Bananas” Devenanzio- Johnny has dozens of wins behind him. Can he manage to beat the other “Challenge” vets and the new cast of stars? He’s hoping to do so and raise money for the Special Olympics at the same time.
Instagram: realjohnnybananas
Twitter: @MTVBanana
Wes of MTV’s “The Challenge: Champs Vs. Stars.”
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Wes Bergmann- He couldn’t score first-place on the last “Champs vs Pros” but he’s making a comeback. His charity is American Cancer Society.
Instagram: westonbergmann
Twitter: @WestonBergmann
Zach of MTV’s “The Challenge: Champs Vs. Stars.”
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Zach Nichols- His college football career and past “Challenge” seasons should help him, but his ex-girlfriend Jenna Compono being present may bring some unwanted tension to his and her game. Zach is competing for Wigs for Kids Michigan.
Instagram: zachnichols15
Twitter: @ZNichols15
“The Challenge: Champs vs. Stars” premieres Tuesday at 10 p.m. EST on MTV.
