Real World: Skeletons

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For the 2002 season of the same TV series, see The Real World: Chicago.
Real World: Skeletons
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The cast of Real World: Skeletons
(from left to right)
Sylvia, Jason, Madison, Tony, Violetta, Nicole, and Bruno
Country of origin United States
Release
Original network MTV
Original release December 16, 2014 (2014-12-16) – March 10, 2015 (2015-03-10)
Season chronology

Real World: Skeletons is the thirtieth season of MTV's reality television series Real World, which focuses on a group of diverse strangers living together for several months in a different city each season, as cameras document their lives and interpersonal relationships. It is the second season of Real World to be filmed in the East North Central States region of the United States, specifically in Chicago, Illinois after The Real World: Chicago.

The season featured a total of seven cast members over the course of the season and follows a similar twist as the previous season. It is the eighth season to take place in a city that had hosted a previous season, as the show's eleventh season was set in Chicago in 2002. Chicago was first reported as the location for the 30th season in a June 2014 article by Crain's Chicago Business.[2] Production of the season began filming from August 8 until October 20, 2014,[2][3] and the season premiered on December 16 of that year, consisting of 13 episodes.[4]

This season marks the first time that the show has aired on a night other than a Wednesday since the seventeenth season. No reunion special was produced, marking the first time since the tenth season in 2001.[5]

Season changes

Each week, one cast member is faced with people from their past ("skeletons") who they have unresolved issues with at the moment relating to family, romance, work, and socialization. Unlike the previous season, the surprise guests only have the option to live in the house for only one week.

Employment

Beginning in the 28th season, certain jobs in the area were approved by production that the cast had the liberty to apply for independently if desired. This season, the entire cast worked in groups of two or three as bartenders, bar backs, and waiters at three Chicago bars and nightclubs: Vincenzo’s Sports Tavern, Old Fifth, and Red Kiva.[6] Red Kiva is located next door to the cast residence.

The residence

The cast lived at 1100 W. Randolph Street in the West Loop neighborhood, the location of Bon V, a former nightclub.[2][7]

Cast

Cast Member Age1 Hometown Biography
Bruno Bettencourt[8] 24[8] East Providence, Rhode Island[8] Bruno is a Portuguese-American fitness fanatic from Rhode Island who works for his father's construction company. His skeleton is his brother Briah, who he has not spoken to in three years after Briah personally attacked him during a verbal argument over a tuna sandwich. [8][9][10] In episode 10, Bruno shares his history with anger, and explains how it came from his father giving him tough love when he was younger.
Jason Hill[11] 24[11] Raleigh, North Carolina Jason is originally from Fayetteville, North Carolina, but lives in Raleigh, North Carolina where he worked as a car salesman. He was raised by a single mother and played football at Campbell University and resents his father for leaving when Jason was a baby. His father, Lafayette, is his skeleton.[11][12] While being in Chicago, Jason has a daughter on the way.
Madison Walls[13] 23[13] Austin, Texas[13] Madison is a former child actress who recovered from a heroin addiction two years ago and is seeking a fresh start. Her skeletons are former acquaintances who suffered as a result of her addiction: her stepsister Rachel and ex Skyler.[10][13][14]
Nicole Zanatta[15] 23[15] Staten Island, New York[15] Nicole participated in track and field at Tottenville High School, graduated from St. John's University, and works as an EMT on Staten Island. Her skeletons are her triplet sisters, Ashley and Samantha, who are both about to get married and move out while Nicole has no interest in settling down.[15]
Sylvia Elsrode[16] 25[16] Kansas City, Missouri[16] Sylvia graduated from Oak Park High School in 2007, and works as a bartender, saleswoman, and aspiring actress in Kansas City. Her skeleton is a former "boss from hell," Alicia.[10][16] In episode 2, she explains her past with abuse from her ex-boyfriend when she was 15. She also reveals that she was pregnant by him, but she had a miscarriage.
Tony Raines[17] 26[17] Folsom, Louisiana Tony is an aspiring actor and former chemical plant worker who is originally from Metairie, Louisiana, and lived in Baton Rouge, Louisiana before leaving for the show. His skeletons are former girlfriends, Elizabeth and Alyssa.[17][18]
Violetta Milerman[19] 23[19] Sarasota, Florida[19] Violetta is originally from Moldova, but moved to the United States over 10 years ago. She currently resides in Sarasota, Florida, where she graduated from high school in 2009, and is enrolled in college at State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota. Her skeletons are former acquaintances, Jessica and Tia, who have been involved in cyber and verbal harassment with Violetta. Milerman later reveals she is suffering from anorexia and bulimia due to past bullying about her weight.[10][18][19]
^1 Age at time of filming

Episodes

No. in
season		 No. in
series		 Title Original air date U.S. viewers
(million)
1 565 "Skeleton Keys" December 16, 2014 (2014-12-16) 0.65[20]
On “Real World - Skeletons,” seven strangers will move in together as per the show’s typical formula, but soon, shared chores and shower schedules will prove to be the least of their worries as a brand-new twist comes into play - They’ll each be forced to confront the last person on Earth (or sometimes, the last people) they want to see.
2 566 "Love and Other Drugs" December 23, 2014 (2014-12-23) 0.51[21]
When the roommates clash with Madison, she reveals a haunting secret; Bruno and Sylvia's romance is jeopardized by jealousy.
3 567 "Three Way" December 30, 2014 (2014-12-30) 0.67[22]
Tension between the housemates rises over wild parties and scandalous hookups; a battle between Jason and Violetta results in the revelation of another secret.
4 568 "Blast From The Past" January 6, 2015 (2015-01-06) 0.84[23]
Tensions come to head when Sylvia's skeleton comes into the house.
5 569 "Dirty Laundry" January 12, 2015 (2015-01-12) 0.81[24]
The first Skeleton ambushes the roommates; Sylvia's past returns to haunt her; Tony and Madison restart their romance.
6 570 "A Royal Nightmare" January 20, 2015 (2015-01-20) 1.02[25]
Tony is shocked when two of his Skeletons move in, creating a battle for his affection between them and Madison.
7 571 "All the King's Women" January 27, 2015 (2015-01-27) 1.13[27]
Tony has his work cut out for him with three of his lovers in the house. Violetta's annoyance with Madison erupts into a physical altercation which Sylvia jumps into in order to defend Violetta. After watching the fight back, Violetta is disgusted by her actions and apologizes to Madison. Sylvia doesn't feel like she needs to but also apologizes. Tony attempts to sort out his feelings for the girls in his life. He finally tells Alyssa what she needed to hear: that he doesn't love her anymore. Elizabeth officially breaks things off with Tony for good.[26]
8 572 "Sarasota's Finest" February 3, 2015 (2015-02-03) 0.94[29]
The roommates worry about Violetta's eating habits when she quickly loses weight. Violetta is in for a shock when two of her enemies arrive at the house: Jessica, who is rumored to have started a hateful Instagram page about her and Tia, who called Violetta and her friends "coke-whores." After Violetta and Bruno trade negative remarks at each other, Bruno explodes in anger and Violetta finally talks about her eating disorder. Tony juggles his feelings for Jessica and Madison. Violetta, Tia and Jessica learn a valuable lesson about gossiping when they decide to bury the hatchet.[28]
9 573 "Where's the Beef?" February 10, 2015 (2015-02-10) 0.99[30]
Nicole receives 2 surprising skeletons. Tensions run high after the new skeleton is arriving into the house.
10 574 "Brother in Arms" February 17, 2015 (2015-02-17) 0.95[31]
Bruno's skeleton comes into the house. Tony gets a visit from his brother Shane. Also tensions blow between Sylvia, Tony and Shane against Bruno and Briah.
11 575 "Breaking Mad" February 24, 2015 (2015-02-24) 0.86[32]
Madison's sister and first skeleton comes into the house to confront her about her past drug addiction. Also Jason embraces fatherhood.
12 576 "Wine and Roses" March 3, 2015 (2015-03-03) 1.03[33]
A surprise mystery skeleton leaves the house scrambling when Madison receives another skeleton. Tensions run high between Jason and Nicole after a bar fight.
13 577 "The Final Skeleton" March 10, 2015 (2015-03-10) 0.97[34]
After a shocking fight between best friends Jason and Nicole, Jason receives the biggest skeleton this season. The cast say goodbye to Chicago.

After filming

On August 10, 2015, it was announced that Madison and Tony are expecting their first child.[35]

On February 16, 2016, Madison and Tony welcomed their daughter, Harper.

On April 21, 2016, Tony and Alyssa Giacone, one of his two "skeletons", announced that they were expecting a child.

Challenges

Cast Member The Challenges Challenges Won Total Money Earned
Bruno Bettencourt
–
–
–
Jason Hill
–
–
–
Madison Walls
–
–
–
Nicole Zanatta
–
–
–
Sylvia Elsrode
–
–
–
Tony Raines
Battle of the Bloodlines, Rivals III
None
$0
Violetta Milerman
–
–
–

Challenge in bold indicates that the contestant was a finalist on The Challenge.

References

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  14. ↑ http://www.mtv.com/celebrity/madison-walls/#cast=real_world_skeletons
  15. ↑ 15.0 15.1 15.2 15.3 "The Real World: Chicago (2014) - Nicole Zanatta". Vevmo. August 11, 2014
  16. ↑ 16.0 16.1 16.2 16.3 "The Real World: Chicago (2014) - Sylvia Elsrode". Vevmo. August 18, 2014
  17. ↑ 17.0 17.1 17.2 "The Real World: Chicago (2014) - Tony Raines". Vevmo. August 12, 2014
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  19. ↑ 19.0 19.1 19.2 19.3 "The Real World: Chicago (2014) - Violetta Milerman". Vevmo. August 8, 2014
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