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BY DC CUEVA
As far as the beat we cover on here is concerned, the MTV Challenge is getting the juicy part of this year with not one, but two seasons airing at the same time... but before we delve that other Challenge season, there is the matter of what began back in August. Spies, Lies & Allies is deep into its second half, and last we were in Croatia things went sky-high as an ode was paid to one of next year's most-anticipated summer blockbusters in Top Gun: Maverick as the Sapphire team finally put a pause to Emerald's winning streak, and where Amanda won the battle but Big T. also stayed in the game -- the reason for that was for Ashley being sent home for a still yet unexplained reason.
As things now begin to turn towards determining who will be at the start line for the final next month, the one with the freckles is now in some sort of power as her swapping teams at the end of that latest trip to the Lair sees her be the focus of the Emeralds despite losing her top ally in this game. The week's mission pays another ode of sorts, in name only, of an MTV hit of the 2000's in Boom Raiders... but it's what happens with one of the players that may find him on the outs in this male elimination week. And another one who has been in the news a bit in being swapped out previously may find itself a casualty.
After the jump, DCBLOG brings you the 'Pulse of Week 15 of The Challenge: Spies, Lies & Allies... and we'll also have more on the controversy that arose as this episode aired (and while I was roaming Fremont Street). Thanks for joining us...
► BEFORE WEEK 15, and Did Netflix Take MTV's Idea?
@netflix: Eight strangers will become roommates when they share a house in Austin, Texas and learn to navigate the 'new normal' of America today. Filmed in the Fall of 2021, Roaring Twenties is a new reality show premiering December 10
- @JustJem24: @netflix They stop being polite & start getting real…
- @CoryWharton: @netflix It’s like I’ve heard of this before….. face
- @TheClemReport: Great idea! Netflix should also do a series where a bunch of strangers take a road trip together. Then after that, they should have cast members from both shows compete in wacky challenges for money and prizes while living in the same house which will lead to drunken drama!
- @johnnybananas: Pure Genius
- @amayasays: I... didn't we already do this?
@susie_meister: Hey, I have an idea. It’s Netflix’s Roaring Twenties, but in a Winnebago and they travel around completing various tasks to win a handsome reward.
- @JonBrennan_com: @susie_meister Been done before. Ask me how I know. #TrueStory #BeenDone39timesActually @RealWorldMTV @paramountplus people wanna copy the originals. Compliment I guess.
@ChallengeMTV: Let's make this week a good one! Happy Monday y'all!
@ChallengeMTV: Coming out of nominations, Amanda is reevaluating who she can lean on in the house. #TheChallenge37
@SHOTOFYAGER: NEW PODCAST UP! @MTVDevinWalker joins me on today's #ChallengeMania to discuss everything on #TheChallenge37! We cover it all, from 'The Vet Alliance' to Josh & Fessy, to why he never came for CT to this awkward week we just had. http://ChallengeManiaPodcast.com #TheChallenge
@LaurieDesAutels: Great interview @SHOTOFYAGER and thanks @MTVDevinWalker for giving us pure facts and so much to look forward to!! I'm a Devin fan and couldn't wait for this podcast to drop! #ChallengeMania Go check it out!
@ChallengeMTV: Me trying to recall all six branches of the military: 👁👁 Watch The Challenge: Aftermath with our girl @DevynSimone on the official Challenge YouTube channel.
@TheOfficial_CT: ‘The Most Dangerous Game’ Remake: Bruce Dern, Judd Nelson, Caspar Van Dien Join; First Look At Chris “CT” Tamburello, MoreBy Andreas Wiseman @deadline @koenigpictures #MostDangerousGame #LinkInBio
@TeenMom: Big sis Ryder is here. #TeenMomOG
@CoryWharton: The moment I got to surprise Ryder from coming home from the challenge. #TeenMomOG #TheChallenge37
@ErinSavage3722: Cheyenne's family is so, so beautiful, top to bottom MTV is finally showing some Black love, and I love to see it #TeenMomOG
@cristal_write: Zach having a village of other fathers to support him is a beautiful thing. it’s so important, so necessary #TeenMomOG
► AS THEY SAW IT: "The Cave of the Wolf"
@ChallengeMTV: MTV and Bunim/Murray were saddened by Leroy’s recount of his experience on The Challenge in 2017. We apologize to Leroy, a beloved member of our family. While we sought to support cast and address the incident on air at the time, it’s now clear we didn’t do enough. We have learned from this experience and are continuing to double down on our education programs for all cast and crew to ensure a safe, respectful and inclusive set free of discrimination and harassment in any form.
@Bruce_Lee85: Thank you (video of him thanking viewers for support)
@ChallengeXpress: …….Challenge Day! #TheChallenge37 #SpiesLiesAllies
@TheOfficial_CT: When you made plans tonight but it’s Wednesday... VS When cancelling said plans... NEW EPISODE TONIGHT 8pm est @mtv #TheChallenge37
@MTV_AMANDAG: WHERES MY PARTY #TheChallenge37
@MTV_AMANDAG: ITS GUYS WEEK BETTER BE NIIIIICEEEEEE #TheChallenge37
@MTV_AMANDAG: She’s in all red trying to copy me the week before when I was in all green for emerald. Loser #TheChallenge37
@MTV_AMANDAG: Dude I love dishwashers. it’s such a great time and energy saving appliance. Thank you #TheChallenge37
@MTV_AMANDAG: It’s guys week and she’s plotting against her “bf” and her two “best friends”. FAKE #TheChallenge37
@LMirish: When Josh said “you better be up running 30 laps” and @MTV_AMANDAG said no I don’t do that #TheChallenge #thechallenge37
@fessyfitness: So Tj really gonna wait till I’m gone to pull out this daily
@CoreyLay: Mmm this mission looks fun as hell. #TheChallenge37
@_nelsonthomas: Let’s see if the ruby squad can follow simple instructions and win a challenge… #TheChallenge37
@MTV_AMANDAG: Hahahahahahahaha Kyle is so funny #TheChallenge37
@MTV_AMANDAG: The point is to get the dynamite you roided out jealous freak. Sorry you wish you could tackle me…..maybe in your dreams. #TheChallenge37
@MTV_AMANDAG: It’s a guys day so much for “friendships” pfffffff #TheChallenge37
@MTV_AMANDAG: Them blaming me for Tory being a fake ass friend. HA She can’t throw the challenge like I did two weeks ago???? Hahahaha kkkkaaayyyyyyyy. #TheChallenge37
@lizannecio: ROID RAGE!!!! #TheChallenge37
@ChallengeRewind: @MTV_AMANDAG A dishwasher is literally the definition of “work smarter, not harder”
- @MTV_AMANDAG: @ChallengeRewind FACTSSSSSSSS
@MTV_AMANDAG: DONT FUCK WITH KAYCEE HAHAHAHAHA BITCH YOU GOT ROCKED HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA. #TheChallenge37
@_nelsonthomas: Did they just make song about Ruby team on how bad we suck #TheChallenge37
@MTV_AMANDAG: Hahahahahahahaha waahhhh wahhhhhh I’d cry if I was fake and got exposed too hahahaha #TheChallenge37
@fessyfitness: Wait so Jenny is a beast and Tori smacked her ass and Kaycee just bodied Tori soooo what does that mean??#TheChallenge37
@fessyfitness: Okay that ct wolf line was hard
@kymburrlea: @MTV_AMANDAG right now #TheChallenge37 #TheChallenge
@_nelsonthomas: I’m trying be Wolf to!!! @TheOfficial_CT #TheChallenge37
@datbitchzzzolan: @MTV_AMANDAG sitting in the kitchen knowing she’s a bitch but not a fake one #TheChallenge37 #TheChallenge
@MTV_AMANDAG: LOL they didn’t show the part where Tory was crying after her convo with Emerald and said SORRRRRRY to me and she understands why I switched teams. And of course me saying “ya right” LOL #TheChallenge37
@fessyfitness: It’s refreshing to see drama I’m not involved in
@MTVDevinWalker: Sooooo best episode of the season so far? Lmk what you think
@MTVDevinWalker: STOP SAYING UNCOOL
@thepizzapopo_: Devin calling Amanda a “solid fucking dishwasher” is so accurately shady @MTVDevinWalker you commentary is hilarious!! #TheChallenge37
@MTVDevinWalker: Allll I’m saying is if there’s 2 teams to take from maybe don’t take from the team with your entire alliance on it #thechallenge37
@MTV_AMANDAG: Kyle afraid of Emanuel???? HAHAHAHAHAHA OK TELL ANOTHER JOKE CLOWNNNN #TheChallenge37
@MTVDevinWalker: Do I get to use the “I’m doing what’s best for my game” line too? I do? Okay well answer any questions you have with that
@fessyfitness: Lot on the line boys
@fessyfitness: My socks getting more airtime then some of these challengers
@CoreyLay: Bitch. Where's my Fessy socks? @fessyfitness
- @fessyfitness: @CoreyLay Lmfaoo those were just the proto type
@Clary23Texans: The way @MTV_AMANDAG motivates Kyle after he got voted in I'm here for it #TheChallenge37
@fessyfitness: Damn proud of y’all both. Hell of a season josh. Continue to grow. And Kyle you may be an elimination beast after all. I know you enjoyed that moment
@fessyfitness: Aweeeee joshyyyyyy
@fessyfitness: I really don’t understand why everyone doesn’t watch the challenge. It really does provide all the content you need lol
@amanduh906: Devastated to see @JOSHMBB19 get eliminated tonight he has put in the work daily for years now and I really thought this was it for him. Keep your head up Josh, you've got a lot of people rooting for you, keep working and keep coming back
@ZacTMorrison: When everyone is used to you being an agent of chaos but you are actually a huge threat this season, they say you’re playing selfishly @MTVDevinWalker
@meeshfitz: Nelson has so much heart for this game #TheChallenge37
@MTV_AMANDAG: Next week is girls elimination….. LETS SEE HOW EMERALD DOES #TheChallenge37
@josande46430043: This is how every episode should be @ChallengeMTV !! I was literally on the edge of my bed screaming at the tv for both the challenge and the elimination we love you @JOSHMBB19 next season !! We see you getting stronger and stronger every season
@johnnybananas: Things get Bro-motional when @JOSHMBB19 joins the The Death, Taxes, and Bananas Podcast and we break down the highs snd lows of his season (LISTEN NOW ) @ringer #thechallenge37
@MTVDevinWalker: None of you know what gaslighting means
@luanm43: never seen someone play such a smart strategic game in the history of the challenge. @MTVDevinWalker you’re a fucking legend and deserve the million
@TheAllanAguirre: Low-key, I believe Emy thinks Mr. TJ is a Stand-Up Comedian in America. She be laughing at everything he says like he's Chris Rock or something. #TheChallenge37 #TheChallenge
@TheAllanAguirre: CT looking at the Bonus Paycheck MTV is dropping in his account for hyping up Josh as a Potential Threat to win. #TheChallenge37 #TheChallenge
@TheAllanAguirre: Kyle with an All-Time Bonehead Play. He tries to steal from Sapphire hoping that maybe it would make Emerald less mad at him. Instead, he guarantees he will be the House Vote when Sapphire wins. The man snaked himself. #TheChallenge37 #TheChallenge
- @Igshrekk: @TheAllanAguirre I don’t understand why this man didn’t go team up with his best friend on the emerald squad can anyone explain Kyles decision to me? @KyleCGShore ? #TheChallenge37 @ChallengeMTV
- @Mmarlow_3001: @TheAllanAguirre Well it would only be him and Devin. Kyle will admit that they’re both not great competitors. And he knows Namy isn’t good and Amanda is only useful in puzzles. Josh was a big part of that team because of how physical the team challenges were and you couldn’t team up like today
@TheAllanAguirre: 41 Year Old CT really be out here hurdling over 2 Big Babies in the Daily Challenge. Man is getting too old for this shit. Kyle and Josh be having a little too much fun in the dirt. #TheChallenge37 #TheChallenge
@TheAllanAguirre: Tori's greatest skill on the Challenge is her size and physicality. Kaycee hit her with the hard reminder that no matter what, her best skill is #2 to Kaycee, so start working on some Sudokus. #TheChallenge37 #TheChallenge
- @BBSavant: @TheAllanAguirre Kaycee is stronger than every female in the game now that Ashley is gone. They might as well hand her and CT the check now
- @babylocs9181: @TheAllanAguirre I thought same thing but how did Kaycee get those bruises in her face? In the last part of that daily challenge you can see Tori also knocking Kaycee down (which is where I think she got her bruises) but they didn't emphasize that drop in the episode only Kaycee drop.
@TheAllanAguirre: Devin selfishly wanted Tori to help Emerald Win because it was a guys day. It's ridiculous. Would he ask Kaycee and Nany to throw Tori the win on a girls day though? Tori was playing for her team, she's no longer on Emerald. #TheChallenge37 #TheChallenge
- @MikeyMelendez1: @TheAllanAguirre Yeah, I actually began to like him this season until he got on Amanda, then Tori for invalid reasons.
- @debra_aquarius: @TheAllanAguirre Just like he said on the After show that he expected Amanda to sacrifice herself for them because they "carried her". That is a woman with a child. Let her play her own game. Drop the entitlement Devin!
- @danni_lynn_12: @TheAllanAguirre Currently watching this episode and that part made me sooo angry! The gaslighting to make her feel bad about trying to win for her team when she got taken off Emerald. SHE ISNT APART OF THAT TEAM ANYMORE BRUH! And I normally like Devin.
@TheAllanAguirre: Devin keeps saying Tori is a Real Life Friend, but you don't make Real Life friends CRY because they played the game normally. At this point, Devin has the Ego of Wes and Bananas combined without any of accomplishments. #TheChallenge37 #TheChallenge
- @Igshrekk: @TheAllanAguirre 1. He was boarder line verbally abusive 2. The ruby team should of been there to have Tori’s back 3. These vets are acting like there aren’t two rookies still left. One of which hasn’t even been down to the lair. The ball was dropped by the vets on this one imo #TheChallenge37
- @20secondstattoo: @TheAllanAguirre This is even worse when you remember that they pretended to dislike each other last season for airtime. Now they're besties. So they admit they're fake af.
- @angelaheath74: @TheAllanAguirre I said the same thing. He reminded me of a younger Wes. I am a genius. I am the mastermind. Follow my game plan or suffer my wrath. The only diff is wes is a genius. Devin. Just a bananawes wanna be. Lol
- @blowjobsforcoke: @TheAllanAguirre @kenyaxmark Not to mention he didn’t have this energy with Kyle earlier in the season when he eliminated their ENTIRE TEAM.
- @TheChllnge: @TheAllanAguirre That was full on gaslighting and it was uncomfortable to watch.
- @MeLyNda1113: @TheAllanAguirre So True just because he beat bananas one time in an illumination. Devin is all talk but barely came back it up.
@TheAllanAguirre: Every single season, CT calls Kyle a Snake and votes him into elimination or crosses him at some point. Each time, Kyle wonders why his Friend is doing this to him. How can he be shocked every time? #TheChallenge37 #TheChallenge
- @LeoEson: @TheAllanAguirre Could not agree more. I think Kyle thinks that because he’s good friends with Johnny & Wes, CT is also his friend. But he needs to realize something Johnny learned, you can be cool with CT but he will never be aligned with you & will vote you in. #TheChallenge37
- @Igshrekk: @TheAllanAguirre CT was very clean in showing that he is a Wolf Wolf face in this episode. Not a snake Snake, if anyone fits slithering it’s Kyle.
@britbrat878: WHY IS DEVIN EXPECTING PEOPLE TO PUT HIS GAME BEFORE THEIR OWN?!? #TheChallenge37
@rainbr0jesus: i want an all woman season of the challenge so badly im sick of watching the men... all this arguing and neither will make a game move meanwhile the women have been providing these last couple of seasons. #TheChallenge37
@TheAllanAguirre: Emanuel reading the lines Tori had him to practice in bed for his confessionals. #TheChallenge37 #TheChallenge
@TheAllanAguirre: I don't what's more embarrassing, Fessy making Socks of himself from his Hall Brawl Elimination or Josh actually wearing them? I guess it is fun to play dress-up with your dads clothes as a kid. #TheChallenge37 #TheChallenge
- @ThisEndsYrTime: @TheAllanAguirreOh no from tweets I thought they were like joke socks with just his face repeating all over….. this is so much worse!
- @Clary23Texans: @TheAllanAguirre It was him saying "he calls me down he's gonna get the same ass whooping he got from Fessy" (something along those line) as he's putting the socks on, only to lose
- @Igshrekk: @TheAllanAguirre I started very against both Nelson and Josh. But this season, they’ve made a fan out of me. #TheChallenge37 incredible challengers
@TheNikkiSin: Why are we acting like Josh is a threat?? Is there another Josh on the show? #TheChallenge37
@Irving_A07: Emmanuel talks a big game for someone who 1. Polidicked with multiple women in the house 2. benefited from having Kaycee as a partner and thus the BB Alliance 3. Being in the Emerald cell #TheChallenge #TheChallenge37
@Irving_A07: Dear Challenge, we need to go back to Male/female eliminations on the same episode because this is dragginggggg so bad now. #TheChallenge #TheChallenge37
@TheAllanAguirre: Considering this elimination looks like it takes Balance and Agility, I def don't blame Kyle for picking the Goof instead of Emanuel. #TheChallenge37 #TheChallenge
- @Sscoop_: @TheAllanAguirre Smart move by Kyle … now they can just take out the 2 male rookies , because Ema has it in him to pull a huge huge upset !
@TheAllanAguirre: Kyle defeats Josh by a Total of 16 to 15. It's a close win, but honestly, wasn't impressive, both performed meh. Kyle is now a Career 6-6 in Eliminations. For the first time in 3 years, Kyle no longer has a Losing Elimination Record. #TheChallenge37 #TheChallenge
- @LeoEson: @TheAllanAguirre At least Kyle is smart about who he goes into eliminations against lol. A lot of cast members in the past haven’t thought the same
- @Regi00366730: @TheAllanAguirre Josh's elimination record is pathetic for someone who walks around thinking he is God's gift to the challenge lol.
@TheAllanAguirre: Josh is now a Career 1-5 in Eliminations. He is the ONLY Male Player to debut since Cutthroat to not make a Final in their First 5 Appearances. Josh has gotten in better shape, the male cast is weaker, and he still can't break through. #TheChallenges37 #TheChallenge
- @RESeattleAnn: @TheAllanAguirre They all hide behind Kaycee. Her only elims are against weak players tho, right?Thinking face. It would be interesting to see her up against an equal.
- @TheAllanAguirre: @RESeattleAnn Kaycee beat the shit out of two good players in elimination. She also has the best daily challenge win ratio of any player all-time regardless of gender. Everyone else deserves hates, but statistically, Kaycee is one of the best to ever play.
@TheAllanAguirre: I JUST PUBLISHED: The Challenge Spies, Lies & Allies Episode 15 Recap & 10 Biggest Takeaways #TheChallenge #TheChallenge37 https://t.co/6e8Iz4KkTQ?amp=1
@MTV_AMANDAG: SUBSCRIBE TO MY PATREON TO HEAR THE STORY https://patreon.com/amandagarcia
@iHeartPodcasts: @tori_deal & @aneesamtv are joined by 6X @ChallengeMTV competitor, @MTVDevinWalker. They discuss 1 cell's failed attempt to sabotage another during this week's mission, Amanda's plot to get Tori out of the Emerald cell & Tori & Devin's explosive argument. https://iheart.com/podcast/1119-mtvs-official-challenge-p-74640970/episode/the-cave-of-the-wolf-w-89429386/
@MTVDevinWalker: Allllllrite @ChallengeMTV fandom… you’ve been asking I’ve been taking notice. BUT its up to you. Want me on @johnnybananas podcast? Prove it. I’ll accept an invitation if this tweet gets at least 1k likes and 100 retweets by tomorrow 5pm EST. Soooo get to it #TheChallenge37
- @MTVDevinWalker: I mean under a hour… god damn
- @johnnybananas: @MTVDevinWalker But how are you gonna accept an invitation that was never sent?
@AlupeiEmy: Listen to my new single Heart on fire: https://youtu.be/R6FDz6DzfpU
@johnnybananas: Who better to break down this emotional epiosde, than the least emotional person I know... The guy who puts the MAN in Man-struation @JOSHMBB19@ringer https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ringer-reality-tv-podcast/id1580146037 #DeathTaxesBananas #thechallenge37
@PaulCalafiore_: Josh is now the male standard for competition. I feel bad for all the competitors who shed blood, sweat, and tears to have The Challenge be considered the 5th sport. Any current male competitor ok with this isn’t a real savage. Just ok with participation trophies & fake drama.
@ringerpodcasts: .@JOSHMBB19 was just trying to do the right thing by sitting down with Amanda. He gives @johnnybananas some background on their conversation. #TheChallenge http://therin.gr/xAuEtCO
@MTV_AMANDAG: Love you @JOSHMBB19 (even tho you were mean to me.) Congrats to my bro @KyleCGShore. May we forever be the two that ppl hate we were team chaos now we are team INFILTRATE HAHAHAHAHA LETS GOOOOO #TheChallenge37
@JOSHMBB19: It was a roller coaster of a season for me but beyond blessed for the opportunity to compete on this show. To ones that show me support & love from the bottom of my heart thank you for the kindness. I’ll be back stronger
🌎 🌍 🌏
So, Josh comes away emptyhanded once again with just one elimination win to his credit as Kyle redeems himself from what happened earlier on when he sabotaged his own team. But while this was going on, there was something else on the mind of Challenge Nation..
#DCExtraTime
LEROY SPEAKS OUT
Before Episode 15 aired two weeks ago, a player who stepped away from this show last season after falling short in the Double Agents final, Leroy, opened up on Instagram about the very reason he retired from competing here: the events of what happened on Season 30 four years ago. We will not elaborate on that here much but for the gist of that, he explained more in a lengthy Instagram post that we have embedded below, followed by a message of thanks -- it is the reason why the show's Twitter account chose to stay silent during this episode.
Thank you🖤 pic.twitter.com/rscDgekyOp
— Leroy "Roylee" (@Bruce_Lee85) November 17, 2021
And below, MTV's response...
And below, messages of support for Leroy that was left below that Insta post above as well as MTV's response... because of the nature of this ExtraTime bit, the comments section have been disabled.
► LAST CALL: We Love You Lee
IG/@royleethebarber: Forgiving myself --- Hey everyone… I finally decided to speak up about my reasoning for retiring from The Challenge on MTV. This has been weighing on my mental for years, and now it’s time to break free. I finally wanted to forgive myself for not taking a stand. I no longer live with regret or fear. This was the first step in my healing process, from what happen to me while filming the season of Dirty 30 on The Challenge
- @imsarahrice: As a former cast member, I have witnessed firsthand the mental and emotional toll the challenge takes on the cast and crew. Although not everyone’s experience is negative, many people have and continue to experience trauma and lingering effects as a result of their participation on the show. As a mental health professional, I am deeply committed to advocating for the cast and crew and will continue to push for mandatory aftercare (in the form of individual, AND CONFIDENTIAL therapy sessions) for all participants. If you are a cast member and dealing with the feelings and thoughts that often come from time on the show, please do not hesitate to reach out, and I will connect you with the resources you need 💜💜💜💜 education programs DO NOT address the individual hurt and trauma these shows often cause the cast and crew. It is critical that Bunim/Murray and MTV provide the necessary (and appropriate!) aftercare for their participants. As this situation and many others have shown, many people are hurting and struggling. I look forward to learning how these companies plan on supporting cast and crew, and hope this incident inspires change in a very broken system.
- @xxodanielle: Extremely proud of you, we all, meaning people of color, or most of us, need or have forgiven ourselves for past moments where we should have said something/ did something or walked away… I for sure have. One thing I learned about my time in LA is money drives pretty much the world and most of the people dangling the money are white men and woman who cannot understand what it is to have someone use racial slurs. However, if the statues of limitations hadn’t surpassed you could have sued for a multitude of civil rights violations including the Ralph’s act which protects all people from being discriminated against because of unique characteristics and/ or political affiliations. Like you, I was always in the dark of such laws. You are one of the funniest guys I’ve had the pleasure to meet off camera with Gabi and whatever you do in life will be a success. Miss you and praying for you, now & always @royleethebarber
- @rachel_fitness: ❤️ The trauma from these shows are real. Good for you for speaking up and releasing it, I always have your back. On exes you were the ONLY man in the house that I felt I could talk to and that always meant so much. ❤️keep your head up, you are so strong and we are all so proud.
- @aneesamtv: I wish we could’ve done more to support you. Im happy that you have forgiven yourself though. You’re an amazing human being and I appreciate how vulnerable you were with this post. ❤️
- @justjemm_: Forever an ally….& Ill forever regret not doing more that night.. . I love you so much fam and I’m so proud of you & the man that you are…
- @natalienegrotti: This is powerful thank u for sharing ❤️
- @unwosu: ❤️❤️❤️
- @realjohnnybananas: It breaks my heart that you've had to live with this pain for so long. I'm sorry I didn't do more for you in the moment 💔
- @iamkamiam_: Proud of you ❤️
- @mar8e: I heard you speak on this on Johnny’s podcast and it broke my heart that you went so long without sharing how you felt. I’m proud to call you a friend. I stand with you.❤️
- @iammikeyp: Love ya brotha! Speak your truth! 🙌🏻
- @idrisvirgo: ❤️❤️❤️
- @morganlolar: This is everything. I actually had this conversation with my mother last night about how racism is 100% taught. In the reality tv world, racism is sooooo prevalent and it is always swept under the rug. Thank you for speaking up!!! Very powerful. 💕
- @devynsimone: Sending you so much love Lee. You didn’t deserve that. Your story will inspire change here and beyond. Thank you for sharing it with us and thank you for being you. 💛 Know that you are loved and supported.
- @mtv_britinicol: Love yah, darlin!!!! You deserve so much more than this small minded world. I’m so proud of you for doing this.
- @dario.medrano: 🙏🏽🙏🏽 my brotha. We with you 🔒
- @tori_deal: Sending you love Lee ❤️
- @janelsstudio: XXX could’ve been such a great season had they just kicked her off!! It’s so unwatchable knowing she wins after that racist rant! Thank you for speaking up 🙏🏾
- @iwantmyemtv: Leroy ❤️ always stand with you bud. Saddens me because he is one of the best people I’ve met from this experience.
- @c.evelyn__: Cousinnnnn!!! I love you so much!! And beyond proud of you for taking a stance on this situation because til this day it truly bothers me. I definitely feel that you were alone which hurts my heart because you know if I was there you definitely would’ve had someone there by your side that would and will go full throttle for you. I am also proud of you because watching this I see nothing but GROWTH and HEALING! Continue to be the best you can be you’re everything!! 💛🙌🏾💯
- @1ceejai: 👏👏👏thank you❤️
- @bernacanbeldekofficial: 💔 i will always be sad and angry about those things happening. I am so sorry. No words can describe my respect for you to speak up. That’s whats important. Talk the truth. And thank you for sharing and believing in yourself. Be safe and again respect and love. 🙏🏽🌹
- @heathercooke13: You are such a great human. Thank you for being vulnerable and sharing. I hope this message brings awareness, understanding, growth, and action to all those that need it!! I wish I was there to protect you and be there for you. Love you ❤️!!
- @carloscomedy: I remember when the promos for this episode only played up the Tony cheating.
- @naomihailz: I’m glad you shared this experience with the world. So many people of color choose to take the high road in the workplace or amongst peers everyday, regardless of what is being said to them. I know your message ignited a light in so many people and I’m so proud of you 🙌🙌
- @shaleensutherland: Yes, speak your truth!! ❤️👊🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾 💯💯💯💯 @royleethebarber Sorry, you had to deal with that. All I have to say, 1 season was good enough for me!!
- @thenikkisin: You are so brave and wonderful to share your experiences of racism and trauma. This is so powerful and I’m so proud that you have forgiven yourself. ❤️ stay strong
- @bgc_crew: Love you Lee ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
- @georgialouiseharrison: takes a lot to speak the truth like that amazing ❤️❤️
- @esther_biade: So proud of you for speaking up, you’re a forever star✨
- @priscillaanyabu_: There’s strength in speaking your truth. Thank you & we’re proud of you. Sending love 💜 You handled yourself like a true KING! It’s a shame we have to take how we react into consideration when defending or protecting ourselves. I completely can relate, I had to explain this this season. I wish MTV provided you the support then that we got 💔 I’m really sorry you had to experience this. My heart is literally aching for you. I know at times you feel like you could or should of done more but life& fear the of consequences can can make you hold back from certain decisions. I’m glad you’ve forgiven yourself. 💜
- @yesoneverything: Thank you. It’s inspiring that you have the courage to speak your truth on your terms now. I am excited about all the others you have inspired and empowered to do the same at their jobs, in their neighborhoods, in their relationships. Thank you for leading the way. Sorry you had to carry that burden for so long. So much respect, challenge fam!
- @djmelreeves: I’v just researched the clip and found it on YouTube. I’m in utter disbelief, shock and horror about how she treated you and the things she said. So much respect for you speaking out on this! Very powerful video 🙌 you are a good man. I’m so sorry you had to go through that x
- @heathlizm: So proud of the person you are and have always been ❤️
- @hairbybritanyb: I'm sorry to hear this happened and that it has casted a shadow on you for so long😓. Good for you for standing today to talk about this. Proud of you!🙌❤️
- @bradothebarber: 💪💪💪
- @iamdavid_alexander: Appreciate you telling this story.
- @kingstone23: Couldn't be prouder my brotha! That's deep thinking and true focus on self-edification. Very eloquently said and your character shined through the camera because you were authentic. I'm glad you've forgiven yourself because that burden you carried was unjustly put. You asked some questions tho that alot of us truly want answers to for ourselves. We're similar in so many ways and I plan to become more diligent and cognizant of my position/stances when it comes to race as well bro. Much love broski.
- @ayootravv: We all love you as fans and love the way you represented our entire commmunity throughout your time on television. I personally wish you nothing but the very best in any future endeavors ✊🏾💙
- @whitneyamitchell: ❤️❤️❤️
- @supa.stef: Lee, I hate that you even felt like this was something you needed to forgive yourself for. This was your job. You had to make those tough choices, because this job was helping you pay your bills. We all go to work and see the injustices that happen and because we have to feed ourselves, we put up with shit that isn’t fair or just. It either isn’t fair to us or we watch it not be fair for someone else. The only people who should be seeking your forgiveness are the ones who did this and those that were in position to do something about it and allowed it to happen. I’m so happy you’re freeing yourself of this, because it should have never been your burden in the first place. You are right, an entire TV network did nothing to protect you. That episode is so clear in my mind. They never stepped in. I am so sorry that as a fan my viewership and silence on the situation contributes to it. As fans, it’s also our responsibility to speak up as well. Those fights and rumbles are good for tv and it’s sick that it’s capitalized on. This was even more traumatizing, because it was so racist as well. We all have to fight against it. All my love, Lee. ❤️
- @laguna_biotch: This is incredibly powerful. I remember MTV not doing anything until other cast members opened up and took to twitter. Thank you for being so open and giving us fans so much.
- @tayross18: We love you Lee 💙
- @c.maria_92: @mtv @challengemtv I've always thought y'all were shit after that. Especially after learning Camilla was fired for a reason totally opposite of what happened to Leroy. Just because you fire people now for racism, doesn't make what happened before better. Do better
- @mtvthechallenge101: All I can say is I expected to see a lot more cast mates showing their support.. esp ones that you’ve been partners with. Smh. Thank you for finally speaking out about how you felt 🖤🖤🖤 we love you leeroy!!!! @royleethebarber
- @readlikearockstarteaching: You did what you needed to do at that time, Lee. We all have those moments when we experience racial harm, and aren't sure how to deal with it. You did what you needed to do to protect yourself, your job, your feelings.... And you're doing what you need to do now. I am so proud of you. And I hope people watching begin to hold their "friends" more accountable. @justjemm_ immediately labeling it as racist and cutting ties with a close friend was ally behavior. More of that. Less excuses from everyone else. Also, the challengers in these comments sending love that didn't hold Camila accountable then or now need to fall all the way back.
- @aaron.coney: Very proud of you brother for not only forgiving yourself, but speaking your truth. I remember being inspired by how calmly you handled the situation, but you shouldn’t have had to be the cool and collected one (per usual). You should have had more allies that night, and @mtv should’ve been your biggest one
- @smooth___10: @royleethebarber Proud of you for saying something Lee even if it did take you a hot min to express how you felt. You showed so much grace then, as you did now. Truly honored to know you and will always be your #1 fan rooting for you and Kam in every aspect of your life.
- @sl0w_roll: 🤎🤎🤎 love this!
- @clark_the_barber: 👏🏽💯💯💯
- @cassiestucke28: If you let someone else’s words effect you this much I can only imagine how you act in real situations. This happened years ago. She did not say anything close to horrifying. She mentioned your skin color which yes was inappropriate. You went on and played mannnnnnny seasons after that and continued to lose but now your going to sit here and play the victim card after years have gone by and camila already being canceled. So ridiculous and honestly embarrassing. But hey some people like to cry victim in life. Sad that society has become so weak that someone’s words put this much impact in your life. And y’all can come for me all you want
- @dnell_fitness: Glad you are able to heal. Takes courage to be able to self reflect and find peace. Ya know I rock w ya regardless
- @elle.jay___: The challenge has always had a no violence and no discrimination or harassment sort of policy…hell they even make sure quitters knows they are unwelcome…but when it came to DEFENDING BLACK PEOPLE…the challenge always fall short. I’m a fan…I think this isn’t always intentional but they need to do better!!!! Production AND cast! They should learn from this video! Thanks lee!!!!
- @raibonics: All love Lee
- @leyzama: ❤️❤️
- @kellybobby1: Well said my friend. I’m glad you were able to finally speak your truth. I know it affected you deeply when it happened. As a fan, I appreciate you Commenting on your experience, as your friend ,I love you for it.❤️
- @kisseskemi: 🙌🏾🔥
- @kmason211: That was an awful moment. Sorry you went through that. Production was wrong plain and simple.
- @doverboy775: 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽
- @otisabell: Love you bro. Way to talk that talk. 🙏🏽✊🏽
- @blonko4kcutz: 💪🏿💪🏿💪🏿💪🏿💪🏿 speak brother
- @indiyenn: Let me tell you something. That episode honestly had me looking at you with the side eye. I am so happy you are speaking up now. I’m going to come flat out and say it, the MTV “higher ups” are not for the “minority” especially the African-Americans. Look how the cast the show! The BLACK men tend to be a certain type. The racially ambiguous are the “eye candy” the add an ethnic person here or there like it’s seasoning. Give me a time they had a majority of black people as cast and just a sprinkle of some whites. They know what they are doing when they cast you guys so why be surprised when you get some real world situations like Nia being bout the shits and a “problem” and Camilla “toxic” ass gets to go on “time out” and come back and join cast! And another thing, Bananas maybe cool with you but that fool really ain’t your friend my G. I’ve done peeped the “I’m not racist, my best friend is black” members as well and he is one of them. Selective about who he is “down” with. I saw how him and mainly his cousin went in on Cheyenne. I could see right through both of them. @justjemm_ is the truth! She did what ALL of them should have been doing. And every employee behind the camera that day foul as shit. So you mean to tell me, what goes on behind the camera 🎥 is no different from what’s in front of it? There was no “brothers” or “sisters” on crew that could of stuck up for you and/or had your back with the higher ups in regards to this Camilla or this episode in general? I’m sad you left the challenge but I’m glad you left. I wish you continued success on your endeavors and blessings upon blessings. ❤️
- @kamroy_defender: King love u ❤️
- @just.latrice: Man Leroy! This helps so many people of color including me to listen to your story and gives us courage to stand up for ourselves! You are a humble and such a good guy! I happy we had the chance to work together and still friends til this day! Hope you feel better telling your story! 🙏🏾
- @lilyah.sheriee: Ty, Cory, Leroy, Anessa, Ceejai and many others have been verbally attacked and targeted for being black. Their white co workers have never been held accountable for their actions. MTV has never been held accountable. Rules need to change. Zero tolerance for racism or racist comments and/or attacks. Diversity within production and a team that determines what is considered racist or not, as well as a cultural committee. We aren't going to keep letting this happen.
- @milasent.taylor: @royleethebarber Well said. Proud of you for speaking up because none of that is okay!💔❤️
- @mcplusbsbequalsme: MTV was privileged to have someone as remarkable as you. I remember years ago when I met you in Vegas and we talked about this specific situation, you were completely hurt and upset she had said those things, but also speaking like a politician. You didn't say anything negative about her or MTV. While I was cussing her out, you were very much the LeRoy in the episode. I'm so proud of your voice today, the man you are today, the strength you have today, and the MTV you DON'T need today. Much love to you!
- @_lennish: This episode and the way this season ended never say right with me as a viewer. Thank you for sharing and I’m so sorry you had to experience this. Always rooting for you!
- @jen_rosern: So proud of you friend ❤️
- @sigmaluv: What I hate most about this is that you are blaming yourself for your reaction to a situation that was in no way your fault. As a black man, you went into survival mode. We have all been there. You have nothing to forgive yourself for. You did nothing wrong. MTV utilized your services as the “good black guy” for years. Those in charge of casting put you in that room to fend for yourself, year after year. You walked away when you were ready to walk away and that is completely okay. MTV and all reality show casting needs to do better. Hopefully you standing up will get them to do better.
- @smootybaby: MTV gon pull the episode from any streaming service as soon as they see this and pretend like it never happened. They’ll release some bull shit ass statement and try to sweep it under the rug. Guarantee it. MTV is clearly performative and only doing something now (like kicking people off the show for things like this because it fits their agenda) it does NOT go unseen! We stand with you Leroy, so proud of you for saying something. As people of color, we are forced into silence. Not today, honey 👏🏽
- @tamikajmusic: Dear @mtv @challengemtv you should of dealt with Camilla’s racist comments a better way. In 2020, during George Floyd movement and the BLM movement I noticed MTV became more sensitive to racist remarks and even kicked out a former cast member who said something racist during 2020. It’s sad it had to take years for the corporation to finally get sensitive. An apology needs to be made publicly to Leroy and Camilla needs to apologize again publicly as well. The fact that ya kept her in the show and allowed her to win is disgusting and shows MTV does not care about black ppl you should of done better MTV!
- @stephaniehdowns: MTV really has a lot to answer for, thank you so much for speaking out to (finally) start this conversation
- @realstonergirlshit: When Camila said that there was nothing wrong with Emily doing black face in that one season… It was just very evident how she truly feels about things. I was so appalled when that blonde woman almost accused? Aneesa of being Black and Jewish and she did not get sent home either…….. And when I saw what happened with dirty 30 I remember being so shocked that they did not learn from that ❌ it was honestly very disgusting. I’m so happy that you are speaking out and side note that wallpaper is everything
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