Coming into this season's Real World/Road Rules Challenge, no one would have predicted a close friendship between girly-girl KellyAnne and tomboy Evelyn. But while they were both being used as punching bags by Johnny Bananas, EvelAnne formed the only true alliance that existed on The Island. Their loyalty to one another withstood more than a few tough tests (and bullies).

As Paula learned the hard way, alliances can be broken when its members are feeling threatened. Especially if said members have shown prior proof of *slumbaggishness. So while the supposed female shoe-in was alternately bawling and bitching out her traitorous besties during the Reunion Special taping, KellyAnne and Ev were blowing kisses at one another. And counting Ev's money. Watch the below video to see the only peaceful interaction from last night's event.

*KellyAnne coined the term "slumbag" during the Reunion Special. It's my new favorite word.

We'd forgotten just how many times Johnny called Ev a "dumb b-tch" until we watched that painful video montage during last night's Island reunion special. And while we hadn't forgotten about the whole Kenny/Walnuts boat betrayal, we had underestimated the number of casties who came away from the Island with a Kenny-sized chip on their shoulders.

Sure, Bananas is the one who came across as some sorta angry chick-hating misogynist, but he says he got unfairly cast as the villain this year (possibly to fill in for resident Challenge badass CT). More surprisingly? The girls -- Robin, KellyAnne, and Jenn -- actually seem to agree with him.  According to the ladies, Kenny was a traitorous trash-talker -- and, consequently, the bigger "chump" of the two. And all three (plus Paula, in between hiccuping/gulping/crying) agreed the cameras should've shown less of Kenny's nice guy act -- and more of his backstabby, behind-the-scenes behavior.

Natch, we feel like our whole world's been turned upside down (Is Kenny not the dimply mama's boy we thought he was? Does Johnny (gulp) actually have a soul? Did Dunbar not have the 'Biggest Jerkface' title on lockdown??) so we figured we'd let you guys settle this one once and for all. Take our poll and tell us who YOU think was the worst overgrown frat boy in all the land.

One Island. Lots of hatred. Between Johnny's verbal war with Evelyn, Kenny's underestimation of Robin's IQ and an incredibly bitter feud between Kenny and KellyAnne (over Johnny's banana!), it goes to show these RW/RR Challenges aren't exactly bonding experiences for the cast.

We pulled the usual suspects aside before the taping of their Reunion Special to see if any  of them were ready to make nicey. Unfortunately, our interviews were interrupted by yet another sparring session... Remember when Kenny swung by our hood to vlog about his Island adventure? Well, KellyAnne didn't take kindly to him spreading worldwide Web rumors about, ahem, getting her hands dirty with Johnny, so she took a good chunk of time backstage telling him where he can stick it. Behold:

KellyAnne wasn't the only girl who came back from The Island wanting payback. Robin wants y'all to know she's not a pig, certainly not a duck and definitely not a sucker!

And finally, Ev gets a little emotional thinking back to how awful Johnny treated her ... and Johnny, well, he says he really feels for her now. But still no apology. Take a look:

Real World/Road Rules Reunions are notorious for getting a little rowdy, but next week's Island special goes above and beyond the call of duty.  Aside from the non-stop slinging of "shut the f**k ups" (refer to video below), prepare to see a parade of four-inch heels, mascara-stained tears and a major confrontation between KellyAnne... and, well, everyone else on set. Holla!

Here, watch our heavily bleeped montage of the show's trainwrecky highlights:

Sure, Kenny, Johnny and Derek won $75K each, but we all know the REAL story is that visor-wearing vixen who came out of nowhere to take Paula's spot on the winning boat -- and row her way to victory. So how'd Ev go from challenge misfit to Island royalty? We're not sure, but we're thinking it involves some powerful combination of luck, determination and the fact that she's just much, much better than everyone else at, well, just about everything. Anywho, here's the 30-second recap of Evelyn's amahzing journey to the top.

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Less than two weeks ago, The Island's ex-castaways -- freshly shaven, showered and well fed -- piled into the MTV Times Square studio for a chance to clear their names, bawl their eyes out and get retribution on those who betrayed them during the Challenge. Apparently it was also a good opportunity to unwind with a cocktail... just for old time's sake, right? We'll admit, the bottle that was being passed around in the Green Room was labeled 'Cranberry Juice Cocktail,' but what followed its consumption did not appear to be a sugar high.

We got a chance to interview the entire cast individually before they hit the stage -- and as usual, their brutal honesty about each other did not disappoint. Here's a special backstage moment to nibble on before the show airs next Wednesday (yes, that's KellyAnne with the purple streaked 'do, and yes, she was this close to popping a cap in Kenny's ass):

Also check out the below snippet from Ev's interview. After being called every name in the book by Johnny Bananas, is it all water under the bridge since they won the game together? Yes, and no... not at all. See what we mean:

Real World/Road Rules Challenges are like potato chips — once you start, you can’t get enough. Which is why I’ll be sifting through the ‘Challenge Dailies‘ each afternoon to make sure you’re getting your fill of the crazy castaways. (Tough job, I know, but somebody’s gotta do it!)

Sad news, folks! Since today is The Island's grand finale (Omigod, who's gonna win??) this is going to be your last-ever Challenge Daily. And we figured what better way to end than by showing you a sneak peek from tonight's mafia-sponsored final faceoff (which appears to be a "Who can hold their breath the longest underwater while holding free weights?" competition). So check out Ev, Dan, KellyAnne, and Johanna 's pre-faceoff faces (Spoiler: They're all Nervous Nellies!) and tune in tonight to see who wins the final key and, of course, the grand prize.

Oh, and if you get scared for any of the Islanders, just remember T.J.'s oh-so-comforting words of wisdom: "If you're not breathing, and you're just floating there for at least five minutes, then we'll take care of it. It's all good."

Real World/Road Rules Challenges are like potato chips — once you start, you can’t get enough. Which is why I’ll be sifting through the ‘Challenge Dailies‘ each afternoon to make sure you’re getting your fill of the crazy castaways. (Tough job, I know, but somebody’s gotta do it!)

Sure, Kenny told us that Johnny and KellyAnne started getting friendlier towards the end of the Challenge. And while we love the idea of a new Island couple (JohnnyAnne? Kelonny? Kelly Bananas?) so far, all we've seen them do together is gut a fish. But here they are, all cute and couply, lying in a bed and (pillow?)talking about Robin's social ineptitude!

Think this means Johnny won't be going after KellyAnne's key after all? We're not sure, but it's definitely worth a watch! (Bonus: You'll get to hear Johnny bust out the line, "Robin has an alliance with nobody. Not even her own brain.")

MTV's latest Real World/Road Rules Challenge has been chock full-o-crazy (and kinky!). Robbing cast members of  indoor plumbing, food and air conditioning has turned quite a few of them into monsters, especially since they're drowning their sorrows in booze every night (ahem, Danimal). With only two episodes left to go of my favorite Challenge (EVER!), I've thrown together some 'Island ABC's'... just to show my appreciation for all the awesome entertainment it's provided thus far.

A is for AA. Dan should check it out when he gets back home.
B is for Invasion of the Flying Bugs. Termites, to be exact.
C is for Colie must have a boyfriend back home because she hasn't slept with anyone yet!
D is for Derrick's gonna be a daddy?!?! Seems like just yesterday he was puking all over the Winnie.
E is for Ev seriously needs to remove her visor at some point.
F is for F-bombs being dropped left and right, mainly by Johnny.
G is for gentleman on The Island. There are none besides Cohutta... and he just got sent home.
H - Z, after the jump!
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Can you say 'huh'? Cuz that's all I've been thinking ever since Kenny spilled some serious beans to us about fellow Islander, KellyAnne. According to the King of the Jungle, KellyAnne is no sweetie pie -- apparently she toyed with Cohutta's heart and made a beeline for Johnny as soon as the coast was clear (of Cohutta, that is).

Johnny? Really? The guy who's been slinging insults left and right at KellyAnne ever since the show started? Hard to believe, but Kenny stands by his story...