One of the most intriguing stories to watch on “The Challenge: USA” was that of Cashay Proudfoot and Melvin “Cinco” Holland Jr. They originally met on “Love Island” and then dated in the real world before eventually breaking up. CBS’s new reality TV show brought them both together for a grueling competition, but Cinco (alongside his teammate Azah Awasum) ended up being eliminated in the fifth episode after losing the “Barreled Treasure” game and the “A Dark Turn” elimination challenge.
“I don’t necessarily wanna be with Cinco and I know he doesn’t want to be with me,” a teary-eyed Cashay told the camera after Cinco was eliminated. “But I think a part of me still loves that man. Like, a part of me is still in love with him. I’m grateful to him and our story even though the story of us is officially closed.”
For his part, Cinco explained, “[Being eliminated] doesn’t feel the best but at the same time I am blessed with the experience. I came in at the beginning with my ex and it was cool I got to share this experience with her.” He wrapped up by telling Cashay, “I’m wishing her the best. Do your thing.”
This season, the team pairings are assigned randomly by a computer algorithm, and Cashay and Cinco were matched together in the second episode. At first Cashay had trouble communicating with her ex-boyfriend, especially as she saw him flirting with other girls. But eventually she came around to realize it was a game for money and they needed to work together in order to succeed.
In addition to “Love Island” losing a contestant this week in Cinco, “Big Brother” also said goodbye to Azah. “Being on ‘The Challenge’ has definitely arisen so many pockets of strength that I never, ever knew that I ever had,” the former Cookout member said in her exit interview. “I’m proud of myself. But I’m still gonna take some swimming lessons.”
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Elsewhere in the episode, the “Survivor” alliance hit a major snag when Tyson Apostol was told that Ben Driebergen was coming after him. That resulted in Tyson, the challenge winner with Cashay, choosing to nominate Sarah Lacina and Leo Temory for the elimination game. Sarah and Leo pulled out a victory, and then Sarah hilariously trash-talked Tyson in front of everyone.
Tyson noted how Sarah was “going berserk and giving the ‘I’m coming for you’ signal and then like munching on some turkey leg or something. I don’t think there’s ever been a moment in my life where I’ve ever been that mad at anything. I know it’s gonna be a headache when I go back to the house.”
Speaking to the camera, Sarah adamantly declared, “The war has now begun. You want to go to war with me, not against me, I promise you that.” Ooo, we can’t wait for next week!
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Here is an update on who’s left on “The Challenge: USA” from the four participating reality shows:
“Big Brother”: David Alexander, Derek Xiao, Enzo Palumbo, Kyland Young, Alyssa Lopez, Angela Rummans
“Survivor”: Ben Driebergen, Danny McCray, Domenick Abbate, Tyson Apostol, Desiree “Desi” Williams, Sarah Lacina
“Love Island”: Cashay Proudfoot, Justine Ndiba, Kyra Green, Shannon St. Clair
“The Amazing Race”: Leo Temory, Cayla Platt
FAQs
Cashay Proudfoot doesn't have any bad blood after her exit from The Challenge: USA — but she is bringing the tea about one untrustworthy player.
Who did Cashay end up with? ›
Cashay and Cinco: Not Together
After she was eliminated toward the end of season 3, Cash reunited with Cinco at an airport when the show concluded. Although they seemed to be going strong toward the end of 2021, Cash announced she had split from her flame via her Instagram Stories in January 2022.
What season of the Challenge is Cashay on? ›
Cashay Proudfoot is a contestant from Love Island USA 3. She competed on The Challenge: USA 1.
What happened to Cinco on the challenge? ›
The Challenge: USA 1
Cinco entered the villa a bit late in season 3, and coupled up immediately with Cashay. Ultimately, the two parted ways a week in, and he lasted two weeks more before getting eliminated.
Why did Cayla quit The Challenge? ›
Cayla withdrew from the Final Challenge at the last stage due to exhaustion and hypothermia.
Who got fired from The Challenge? ›
The intense physical challenges, strategic gameplay, and social dynamics make The Challenge a popular reality TV show. Alums like Dee Nguyen, Turbo Éamkıran, Tonya Cooley, Kenny Santucci, Evan Starkman, Camila Nakagawa, and Nia Moore have all been banned from future seasons of The Challenge for various reasons.
Did Jeremy and Florita ever get together? ›
Florita Diaz revealed that she dated Love Island USA season 3 co-star Jeremy Hershberg after he broke up with Bailey Marshall, but they are no longer together.
Are Cash and Korey still friends? ›
Indeed, Korey shared a lengthy Instagram post in November 2021 going through all the reasons why they had broken up. Korey was then asked about his BFF on Love Island USA, Cash. He called Cashay "his girl" and confirmed that they are still close, yet Korey couldn't recall when was the last time they had spoken.
Why did Olivia and Korey break up? ›
The now 30-year-old rental car agent explained that the couple had made a mutual decision to take a step back from their relationship and be friends. Although Korey confessed that Olivia made him very happy on the show, their life outside the villa proved more complex for them to handle.
Are any couples still together from The Challenge? ›
Rachel Campos and Sean Duffy
The most lasting relationship to come from The Challenge yet is this couple, who first met on Season 1 and got married soon thereafter. They now have nine children together.
The Challenge standout Olivia Kaiser developed a fling with Nelson Thomas while filming Ride or Dies. Following the season, she posted content with her teammate Horacio Gutiérrez, teasing a possible romance.
Who did Wes date on The Challenge? ›
Wes Bergmann / KellyAnne Judd / Johanna Botta / Kenny Santucci. All four of these former lovers competed on The Ruins in 2009. At the time, Bergmann and Judd were boyfriend and girlfriend, while Botta had hooked up with Santucci the previous year on The Island.
Did Trina and Cinco still together? ›
However, Trina Njoroge realized that she had feelings for Cinco and told Cashay that she'd like to see where things could go between them. Cinco did re-couple with Trina eventually, but their relationship didn't last very long.
Why was Ashley fired from The Challenge? ›
However, an off-camera disagreement with Josh Martinez resulted in her removal from the show for breaking the rules.
How long did Cashay and Cinco date? ›
The two, who were largely dating long-distance during their romance, called it quits about five months after they left Love Island USA. Cashay and Cinco confirmed that they were not dating anymore via statements on their respective Instagram stories in late January 2022.
Who passed away from The Challenge? ›
Never has the title of MTV's The Challenge been more crushingly poignant. As the series enters its 26th season, the show also mourns the loss of veterans Diem Brown and Ryan Knight, who died within weeks of one another in November.
Did Wes retire from The Challenge? ›
She currently lives in Los Angeles but grew up in Chicago so please don't make fun of her accent when it slips out. Warning: This article contains spoilers for The Challenge: USA 2 episode 10, "A Less Perfect Union." Wes Bergmann has officially retired from The Challenge.
Did Cashay and Cinco reunite? ›
The two, who were largely dating long-distance during their romance, called it quits about five months after they left Love Island USA. Cashay and Cinco confirmed that they were not dating anymore via statements on their respective Instagram stories in late January 2022.
Did Olivia break her face on The Challenge? ›
But then an accident with a slingshot left Kaiser with a sliced finger, a broken face, and the disappointment of being medically unable to continue.
