Wes Bergmann

Reality television personality Wes Bergmann was born in Leawood, Kansas. While at Arizona State University in 2005, Bergmann got his start in reality television as a housemate in "The Real World: Austin" (MTV, 2005). As a self-proclaimed "super-competitive jock", he shined in the spin-off competition "The Challenge" (MTV, 1998-). Competing in many of the show's numerous iterations, he has won three seasons and was a finalist in five additional seasons. After he was knocked out of competition for the second season of "The Challenge: USA" (CBS, 2022-), he announced he was retiring from the show to focus on his career outside of television and to spend more time with his wife and new daughter.

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THE CHALLENGE: USA · S2, E1

The Riskiest Season Yet

18 CBS reality titans are shocked to learn that they will be competing amongst six legendary MTV Challenge veterans. Strategy is turned on its head when TJ introduces a new twist that will put multiple players at risk at the first elimination.
THE CHALLENGE: USA · S2, E14

The Pursuit of Glory

Eight competitors remain to compete in a grueling two-day final challenge where only one man and one woman will split the $500,000 grand prize. While some are fighting for their elusive first championship, others are out for redemption and pride.
THE CHALLENGE: USA · S2, E2

Blurred Battle Lines

After the first contestant is out of the game, a new alliance is formed to target a Challenge veteran, while a power shift in the game has others focused on revenge. After a difficult water challenge, romance blossoms between two teammates.
THE CHALLENGE: WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP · S1, E1

Run the World

Host TJ Lavin brings together the most decorated Challenge Legends of all time and the fiercest Global MVPs from Argentina, Australia, the UK, and the USA for a groundbreaking and grueling new competition. Who will become the Champion of Champions?
THE CHALLENGE: USA · S2, E3

Civil War

With the lines drawn, a Challenge vet turns on one of their own in an act of self-preservation. Also, Big Brother alum Paulie opens up about his journey to live in his truth and is presented with the opportunity to reconcile with a former enemy.

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