Jonna Danielle Stephens (née Mannion) is a contestant from The Real World: Cancun. She is the champion of All Stars 2 and All Stars 3, and was a finalist on All Stars 1. She also competed on Rivals, Battle of the Seasons (2012), Rivals II, Free Agents, Battle of the Exes II, World Championship, and The Challenge: USA 2.
Biography[]
Retrieved from MTV.com and Parade.com
Rivals[]Hailing from the wild, booze-fueled Real World: Cancun, Jonna drove the boys crazy with her piercing eyes and flirty attitude. But this didn't always sit well with the other female housemates, some of whom saw her as a shady temptress. Jonna plans on starting her Challenge career by pushing boys to the side and focusing on the money. But things might get complicated when she discovers that her partner will be a hot-tempered, boy-crazy competitor. Jonna's first outing in The Challenge might prove to be a rocky affair.
Battle of the Seasons (2012)[]Team Cancun enters Battle of the Seasons confident that they are the most unified team in the game, claiming that they've grown as close as a family. Having been outsmarted by Wes on Fresh Meat II, former NFL punter and current male model CJ is out to prove he's no chump, vowing, "Just because you model doesn't mean you have to be dumb. I can be a model, but I can be smart in my own ways." Joining CJ is Derek, who after being eliminated first on Cutthroat, is eager to show his team that he has what it takes to compete. Rounding out the team are former rivals Jonna and Jasmine, who have promised to squash their habitual bickering to unite as teammates. But with these two hot-tempered vixens, anything is possible. However, Jonna has little time for Jasmine when she cuddles up with a hunky player on an opposing team, a move that could infuriate other competitors. But opposing teams beware because, as Jasmine warns, "Anyone messes with my family, they're in for a rude awakening!" Will Cancun's close-knit bond carry them through to the end? Or will political backlash tear this team apart?
Rivals II[]Nany and Jonna used to be close until Jonna's former beau Zach tore them apart during Battle of the Seasons. Jonna explains, "I should have stood up for Nany, but instead I chose a guy over a friend and that's the number one rule you don't break." Now that Zach is out of the picture, these two will have to find a way to bury the hatchet if they want to take home the cash. Nany reveals, "Jonna has definitely realized she was wrong and now we have to come together and work as one if we really want to win." Nany is a strong, athletic presence in the game but her quick temper has been her undoing in the past, while Jonna's need for male attention fueled their rivalry in the first place. Although she claims to be solely focused on the game, Jonna could ruin Nany's plans when she cozies up to a hot new boy-toy.
Free Agents[]Reeling from a series of dramatic Challenge showmances, Jonna has one priority this season, herself. She confesses, "Every single Challenge that I competed in, I've always been concerned about someone else. But this time around it's about me." With a brand-new mindset, Jonna comes into Free Agents on a mission to prove she's a real contender, "I'm here to prove to everyone and even more importantly, prove to myself that I am a strong, confident woman." Will Jonna succeed on her mission and reach a final at last? Or will she once again become a Challenge casualty?
Battle of the Exes II[]Zach fell hard and fast for Jonna's baby blues on Battle of the Seasons. The two continued their romance after the show, when Zach relocated to Los Angeles to be with Jonna. However, Zach quickly realized it wasn't a good match and abandoned Jonna without looking back. For years, Jonna and Zach tiptoed around a tattered past without ever speaking a word. Zach explains, "I've wanted nothing to do with her since we broke up. She's got some animosity towards me, so we've got to settle that right away if we plan on doing anything in this Challenge." A wistful Jonna seeks closure from Zach for her broken heart and Jonna admits, "Because of how our relationship ended, I'm not sure if I'm going to be able to trust Zach this time around. And trust is one of the most important things for partners in this game." Will Zach and Jonna finally break the ice and slide into a Final? Or will old wounds send them into dark, tumultuous waters?
The Challenge: USA 2[]Jonna's Challenge career has really been a tale of two halves. In her initial run, Jonna had flashes of strength, but was unfortunately more known for her toxic relationship with Zach. She returned years later for The Challenge: All-Stars where she showed absolute dominance. She has gone to the final in all three seasons of the spin-off and won the most recent two, catapulting her into conversations of one of the best recent competitors. |
Rivals[]
Challenge History[]
| Episode | Challenge | Partner | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | High Dive | WIN | |
| 2 | Car Crusher | SAFE | |
| 3 | Sync or Swim | SAFE | |
| 4 | Hammock Crawl | SAFE | |
| 5 | Against the Current | ELIM | |
| 6 | Catch and Release | SAFE | |
| 7 | Sawed Off | OUT |
Elimination History[]
| Episode | Elimination | Partner | Opponents | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | Unburied | WIN | ||
| 7 | Blast Off | OUT |
Battle of the Seasons (2012)[]
Challenge History[]
| Episode | Challenge | Team | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Don't Cross Me | Team Cancun | WIN |
| 2 | Oil Change | SAFE | |
| 3 | Hook, Line and Sinker | SAFE | |
| 4/5 | Don't Weigh Me Down | WIN | |
| 5 | Chairman of the Board | SAFE | |
| 6 | Insane Games | SAFE | |
| 7 | Logged Out | SAFE | |
| 8 | Hunger Games | SAFE | |
| 9 | Abandon Ship | SAFE | |
| 10 | Force Field | SAFE | |
| 11 | Sling Shot | OUT |
Elimination History[]
| Episode | Elimination | Partner | Opponents | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 | Knot So Fast | OUT |
Rivals II[]
Challenge History[]
| Episode | Challenge | Partner | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Game of Inches | SAFE | |
| 2 | XXX Games | SAFE | |
| 3 | Mind Over Splatter | SAFE | |
| 4 | Stumped | SAFE | |
| 5 | Frog Smash | SAFE | |
| 6 | Frenemies | SAFE | |
| 7 | Blind Leading the Blind | SAFE | |
| 8 | Swingers | OUT |
Elimination History[]
| Episode | Elimination | Partner | Opponents | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | Snapper | OUT |
Free Agents[]
Challenge History[]
| Episode | Challenge | Partner(s) | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Out on a Ledge | Team Red | SAFE |
| 2 | Auto Body Rally | Bananas | ELIM |
| 3 | Bar Crawl | Team Jasmine | SAFE |
| 4 | Bounce Out | Team Red | WIN |
| 5 | Piggy Back | Team Purple | WIN |
| 6 | Smarty Pants | SAFE | |
| 7 | Sausage Party | OUT |
Elimination History[]
| Episode | Elimination | Opponent | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | Wrecking Wall | WIN | |
| 7 | OUT |
Battle of the Exes II[]
Challenge History[]
| Episode | Challenge | Partner | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | I Got You Babe | SAFE | |
| 2 | Rounding the Bases | SAFE | |
| 3 | On Again, Off Again | SAFE | |
| 4 | The Brush Off | WIN | |
| 5 | Open Arms | SAFE | |
| 6/7 | Don't Forget About Me | SAFE | |
| 7 | Are You the One? | SAFE | |
| 8 | Speed Dating | OUT |
Elimination History[]
| Episode | Elimination | Partner | Opponents | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | Hammer It Home | OUT |
Battle of the EX-iled[]
| Episode | Ex-ile | Partner | Opponents | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | It Takes Two to Tangle | OUT |
All Stars 1[]
Challenge History[]
| Episode | Challenge | Partner(s) | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Deep Blue Dive | Copper Team | SAFE |
| 2 | Ancient Challenge History | SAFE | |
| 3 | Melt Away | Black Team | SAFE |
| 4 | On the Ropes | Copper Team | SAFE |
| 5 | Connect Em All | Silver Team | SAFE |
| 6 | Escape the Room | Gold Team | WIN |
| 7 | Rib Cage Pass | SAFE | |
| 8/9 | Final Challenge | Darrell | THIRD |
| Yes | |||
| Mark | |||
| Big Easy | |||
| Alton |
All Stars 2[]
Challenge History[]
| Episode | Challenge | Partner(s) | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1/2 | Boarding Party | MJ | SAFE |
| 3 | Around the Block | Green Team | SAFE |
| 4 | Bright Skies | SAFE | |
| 5 | Bounce Back | SAFE | |
| 6 | Deep Dive | MJ | SAFE |
| 7 | Steer Clear | SAFE | |
| 8 | Dive & Conquer | WIN | |
| 9 | Make the Connection | SAFE | |
| 10 | Final Challenge | WINNER |
Notes[]
- Jonna received $250,000 for winning the Final Challenge.
All Stars 3[]
Challenge History[]
| Episode | Challenge | Partner | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tunnel Vision | SAFE | |
| 2 | Out of Reach | SAFE | |
| 3 | Playing Dirty | SAFE | |
| 4 | High Stakes | SAFE | |
| 5 | Side Tracked | ELIM | |
| 6 | Stacked | SAFE | |
| 7 | Shooting Stars | ELIM | |
| 8/9 | Flight Pattern | WIN | |
| 9 | Wall of Fame | WIN | |
| 9/10 | Final Challenge | Wes | WINNER |
| Mark | |||
| Brad |
Elimination History[]
| Episode | Elimination | Opponent | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | Knock Off |  Beth |
WIN |
| 7 | Pull Your Own Weight |  Roni |
WIN |
Notes[]
- Jonna won the "Knock Off" elimination by default after Beth quit.
- Jonna received $250,000 for winning the Final Challenge.
World Championship[]
Challenge History[]
| Episode | Challenge | Partner | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Qualifier | Did Not Play | |
| 2/3 | Chain Game |  Grant |
WIN |
| 4 | Gates of Hell | SAFE | |
| 5/6 | Flying Around | SAFE | |
| 6 | Rocketman | DQ | |
Notes[]
- Jonna was disqualified from the competition following the "Rocketman" challenge after her partner, Grant, medically disqualified.
The Challenge: USA 2[]
Challenge History[]
| Episode | Challenge | Team | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1/2 | Storm the Castle | Red Team | SAFE |
| 2 | Working the Poles | OUT |
Elimination History[]
| Episode | Elimination | Opponent | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | Drop the Ball |  Tori |
OUT |
Post-Challenge[]
- Jonna participated in the special six-part documentary series, The Challenge: Untold History, in 2022.
Trivia[]
- Jonna previously competed on Endurance 1 with Aaron Thornburg. They finished in first place.
- Jonna was originally on the final cast of Fresh Meat II but dropped out before departure due to a lost passport. She was replaced by Evelyn Smith.
- Jonna and Tony Raines are the only contestants to win a Challenge spin-off, but not a flagship Challenge season.
- Jonna is the only contestant to win two All Stars seasons.
- Jonna is the eighth contestant to win back-to-back Challenge seasons, following Darrell, Veronica Portillo, Landon Lueck, Evan Starkman, Tyler Duckworth, Johnny Bananas, and CT Tamburello. She is followed by Kaz Crossley.
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