Reality TV veteran Tyler Duckworth found dead in North Dakota at age 44
Tyler Duckworth, known for his roles on MTV's "The Real World: Key West" and "The Challenge," was discovered dead in his Grand Forks home, police said.
Police in Grand Forks, North Dakota confirmed that 44-year-old Tyler Duckworth was found dead in his residence on Tuesday after a welfare check was requested. A department spokesperson said investigators were called to the home and discovered his body.
Duckworth first appeared on MTV’s "The Real World: Key West" in 2006 and later became a regular competitor on "The Challenge," participating in four seasons between 2006 and 2011, winning two of them. He also took part in "The Challenge: All Stars" in 2021 and 2022.
His death follows a recent public appearance at The Challenge Mania event in Minneapolis, where he posted photos on Instagram expressing pride in representing his hometown and gratitude toward fans.
"When it rains it pours" – Johnny "Bananas" Devenanzio, former "The Challenge" star, posted on X after the news of Duckworth’s death.
Representatives for Duckworth have not responded to requests for comment.