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MTV reboots ‘The Real World’ for Facebook Watch

The new seasons will debut in 2019

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MTV is bringing “The Real World” back but with a modern-day twist.

The reality series, now titled “MTV’s The Real World,” will be streamed on Facebook Watch with three new seasons set in U.S., Mexico and Thailand. Bunim/Murray Productions, the original production company for the series, and MTV Studios will produce the reboot.

“MTV’s ‘The Real World’ helped to define a generation and created a new genre of television with a simple yet powerful idea of connecting people from wildly divergent backgrounds to find common ground on the issues that often divided them,” President of MTV Chris McCarthy said in a statement. “By partnering with Facebook Watch and BMP, we have the opportunity to impact culture and create a new genre of television all over again, while engaging the next generation of content consumers around the world.”

The series was known for its famous tagline “The true story of seven strangers picked to live in a house to find out what happens when people stop being polite and start getting real.” “The Real World” did become a staple in pop culture tackling issues of racism, homophobia, relationships and everyday conflict. It also created one of the most memorable reality TV moments with Pedro Pablo Zamora, who appeared on “The Real World: San Francisco,” and his struggle with AIDS. The final season “Real World Seattle: Bad Blood” aired in 2016.

“MTV’s The Real World” is scheduled to premiere in spring 2019. Viewers can watch the series on mobile, desktop and Facebook’s TV app.

Watch the preview below.

 

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PHOTOS: Amsterdam Pride Canal Parade

Annual LGBTQ celebration held in Dutch city during World Pride

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A scene from the 2026 Amsterdam Pride Canal Parade. (Washington Blade photo by Michael Key)

Editor’s note: International News Editor Michael K. Lavers and Photo Editor Michael Key are on assignment in the Netherlands through Aug. 10.

AMSTERDAM — The 2026 Amsterdam Pride Canal Parade was held on Saturday, Aug. 1.

(Washington Blade photos by Michael Key and Michael K. Lavers)

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PHOTOS: Lambda Legal in the Pines

Fundraiser held at ‘Normal Heart’ house

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A scene from the 'Lambda Legal in the Pines' fundraiser on July 25. (Photo by Santiago Felipe)

The LGBTQ organization Lambda Legal held its annual “Lambda Legal in the Pines” fundraiser on Saturday, July 25. The event was held at a house on Fire Island featured in Ryan Murphy’s 2014 HBO film, “The Normal Heart.”

Organizers say over $500,000 was raised to support Lambda Legal’s national litigation and advocacy work.

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Spark Social open mic night planned for Aug. 13

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Spark Social will host “Open Mic Night” on Thursday, Aug. 13 at 8 p.m. (Washington Blade file photo by Michael Key)

Spark Social will host “Open Mic Night” on Thursday, Aug. 13 at 8 p.m.

Get ready to share your talent or just kick back and enjoy some great performances. This event is a fun, laid-back vibe where everyone’s welcome to take the stage. Sign-ups are first-come, first-served, but you can also DM Spark Social on Instagram to reserve a performance spot. Whether you’re a singer, poet, or comedian, this is your chance to get on stage and share your art. More details are available on Eventbrite

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