"This is disgusting" The Challenge fans react to Cara Maria using the term 'LGB' 

With her recent Instagram remarks, Cara Maria Sorbello, star of MTV's The Challenge, has sparked controversy and drawn harsh criticism from fans and the LGBTQ+ community.

In a contentious social media conversation, the reality TV veteran—who has won Battle of the Bloodlines, Champs vs. Pros, and Vendettas—sparked uproar by using the abbreviated acronym "LGB" to defend her political beliefs.

Sorbello, a prominent figure in The Challenge franchise with appearances in over fifteen seasons, found herself in hot water after engaging with Instagram user @educated_latina. The exchange quickly escalated when she not only revealed her support for President Trump but also used what many consider exclusionary language when referring to the LGBTQ+ community.

Her comments included claims that she and her partner Paulie Calafiore are both "LGB," while suggesting that many others who identify similarly "voted red."

A fan reacted to this on X.com, saying:

"Im sorry this is disgusting… and seriously saying LGB????"

Cara Maria faces backlash from fans after recent Instagram comments

The Challenge community's response to Sorbello's remarks has been prompt and mainly cohesive. Her purposeful removal of transgender, queer, intersex, and other identities from the common LGBTQ+ abbreviation has drawn the most criticism from fans.

Sorbello redoubled her efforts when questioned about her choice of words, arguing that she had a right to use the shortened phrase because she was "both L and B."

The controversy deepened when Sorbello claimed that other Challenge winners share her political views but "stay quiet" for fear of "attack." This statement, combined with her assertion that "bullies on the left" have "red pilled" many people into supporting Trump, has only intensified the backlash from her longtime fans.

Fans have taken to X.com and other social media to proclaim their disapproval with one saying:

“I hope @mtv, the same place, that is home to @RuPaulsDragRace, where many trans people participate, never hire Cara Maria again.”

“Oh no cara maria” Another user said, with a gif that says “You’re dead to me”

Some fans took to comparing her to her contemporaries:

“Cara Maria changed entirely when she got involved with Paulie. I used to love her but as soon as she started crushing on Paulie she became the biggest pick me. I never ever expected something like this from her. Just downright ignorant and pathetic” Another fan reacted

“I’m happy to say I was always team @laurelstucky and not the weirdo self proclaimed victim Cara Maga Maria” a fan said on twitter.

“Cara maria going from loved to hated to loved to hated is such a fascinating thing” another fan reacted.

Broader implications of Cara Maria’s statements

The deliberate use of "LGB" instead of the full LGBTQ+ acronym has become a recognized signal of transphobic views and exclusionary politics in recent years.

The reality star's statements arrive at a particularly sensitive time, as LGBTQ+ rights and representation face increasing challenges across the country. Her comments about being "red pilled" - a term commonly associated with far-right ideology - and her defense of excluding certain identities from the community have raised concerns about the influence of public figures in shaping social discourse.

As an actress who has appeared in productions like Welcome to Hope and King Chong, her public stance has implications beyond the reality TV sphere.

The controversy serves as a reminder of how reality TV stars' social media presence can impact broader social conversations, especially regarding inclusion and representation. While Sorbello maintains her right to express her views, the response from fans and the wider community underscores the importance of inclusive language and responsible platform use in today's increasingly connected world.

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The Challenge Season 40 is available for streaming on Paramount+.