MTV’s “The Challenge” is the ultimate reality television showdown.

Most of the series'37 seasons(viaIMDb) feature returning regulars along with newbies or “Fresh Meat.”

Along with a recurring cast comes longtime friendships, romances and rivalries.

Ashley Mitchell smiling

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Mitchell’s choice to stand up against her toxic ex left everyone shook.

During the season’s reunion, Barfield finally took the opportunity to apologize for his past mistakes.

Ashley Mitchell and Hunter Barfield at reunion

Unfortunately for him, it was a little too late.

Hopefully he and other “The Challenge” contestants think twice before making another million-dollar mistake.