Chris “CT” Tamburello

Chris

Actor • Personality

Birth Name: Christopher Michael Tamburello

Birth Date: July 16, 1980

Age: 44 years old

Birth Place: Brooklyn, New York

Chris "CT" Tamburello is an American reality television personality best known for his long-running presence on MTV’s "The Challenge." He first gained fame in 2003 as a cast member on "The Real World: Paris," where his fiery personality and physical prowess quickly stood out. CT transitioned into "The Challenge" franchise, becoming one of its most iconic and dominant competitors across over two decades.

Known for his intense competitive drive, dramatic rivalries, and emotional personal journey — including the death of his former partner Diem Brown — CT evolved from a hot-headed rookie into a respected veteran and multi-time champion. Outside of reality TV, he has made occasional appearances in films, including the 2022 movie "The Most Dangerous Game," and has explored work in real estate and acting.

Credits

The Challenge: Home Turf

Self
Show
2024

Hunting Games

Actor
Will Walker
Movie
2023

The Challenge: Untold History

Self
Show
2022

The Most Dangerous Game

Actor
Sanger Rainsford
Movie
2022

Habitual

Actor
Brett Mitchell
Movie
2019

The ChallengeStream

Actor
Reality
2017

The ChallengeStream

Self
Reality
2017

Bethenny

Guest
Talk
2013

The Challenge

Actor
Show
2012

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