We caught up with All Stars 2 Challengers Tina Barta, Yes Duffy, MJ Garrett, and Rachel Robinson–four of the most enthusiastic attendees–on the VMAs Red Carpet last night. In between breaths of gratitude and excitement, the former cast members enlightened us on what it means to make a comeback. In an exclusive interview, the group of All Stars champions and fan-favorite cast members told Parade that their recent challenges left them feeling “better than ever.” “I think we’re more intense right now, than we were when we were younger,” Garrett exclaimed. The former Real World star continued: “We know what it freakin’ takes to win!” And while the stars were certainly proud of their achievements (as they should be), they did admit that it is somewhat tricky to balance your personal life and professional life when your job is participating in reality television. When asked if their friends and family were unconditionally supportive of their recent returns, 44-year-old Duffy shook his head ’no’; while Garrett laughed over the thought of what his two kids must think. “The funniest part of it, I would have to say, is my daughters; I have a 15-year-old and a 12-year-old,” the 42-year-old said. Garrett went on to explain how years ago, he would show his eldest, Bella, a clip from The Duel II that referenced her name in an episode. At the time, she was just two and now, to think she’s watching him on TV once more “blows his mind.” “I don’t know if they’re proud of me or embarrassed of me, but either way, they’re getting to see me again go on and compete,” Garrett said with a grin. Barta, now 41, also chimed in with her take, “Everyone just cares if you’re a good person, but on The Challenge it challenges you to not be a good person.” With a grimace, she concluded: “That’s the tough part!” You can watch the clip from Parade’s interview with The Challengers in the video embedded above. More News:
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