Mark Long (born June 2, 1971) is an American

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personality, actor, host, and

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known for his appearances on

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reality television series '' Road Rules: USA – The First Adventure'', '' Challenge'', '' The Challenge: All Stars'' and an appearance on ''

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Early life and career

Long was born in

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in 1971 and is a 1994 graduate from the

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, where he was a member of the

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fraternity. Long also revealed on ''Reality Life With Kate Casey'' podcast that he was involved in making music in the late 90's. In 1995, he appeared in his first

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, '' Road Rules: USA – The First Adventure'', where viewers initially saw Long try out as Puck's replacement on '' The Real World: San Francisco''. In 2001, he also made a guest appearance on American

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''. In 2021, Long became an executive producer of '' The Challenge: All Stars'', while also starring as a contestant on the show. In late 2022, he appeared in WWE programming as an audience member in ''

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''. Long now wrestles for Boca Raton Championship Wrestling.

Personal life

Long was previously in a relationship with Robin Hibbard of ''

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,'' but is currently single''.''

Filmography

Television

Film

Awards

2009

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: Totally Robbed

Championships and accomplishments

* Boca Raton Championship Wrestling ** BRCW All-Star Championship (1 time, current)

References

{{Road Rules 1971 births Living people Reality show winners Participants in American reality television series Actors from Pennsylvania University of Florida alumni