MTV ’s The Challenge is taking fans on an emotional journey as it pays tribute to the late Diem Brown in its Season 40 launch special, airing August 14. The exclusive sneak peek reveals a touching tribute featuring a memorable photo of Diem from her time on the show. CT Tamburello , who dated Diem for nearly two years, couldn’t hide his emotions: “You can’t help but feel nostalgic walking in.
" “And seeing all these banners, you know? Just every time you look at a banner or flag, you get [the] rush, the memories.” Challenge fans left puzzled after contestants urged to 'avoid' future seasons The Challenge producers weigh in on the show's 40-season lasting power CT wasn’t alone in his emotional response. Derrick Kosinski also reflected on Diem’s profound impact.
He shared: “Diem was such an important person in the Challenge universe. To see our queen just looking over us, it’s just a beautiful thing to have.” Diem, who was first diagnosed with ovarian cancer at 23, tragically passed away in November 2014 at 34 after a courageous battle.
In her final years, Diem credited CT with giving her the strength to return to the series after treatment. In 2006, she said: “I don’t need to be ashamed or scared. I feel so happy and so lucky and so blessed.
Are you kidding me? I get to do everything I ever wanted to do and finally feel OK with being me and you can’t put a price on that." DON'T MISS: The Challenge 40 stars make a case for which era was the best in ne.