Morgan Willett is a reality TV star and actress who rose to fame after winning the first and only season of Big Brother: Over The Top in 2016. Since then, she has appeared on other shows such as Ex on the Beach and The Challenge, as well as pursuing a career in acting and modeling.
She is also known for her relationship with Johnny “Bananas” Devenanzio, a veteran of The Challenge, which ended in a messy breakup in 2023.
Early Life, Birthday and Family
Morgan Willett was born on May 13, 1994 (age: 29 years, as of 2023) in Granbury, Texas. She has a sister, Alex Willett, who is also a reality TV star and competed alongside Morgan on Big Brother: Over The Top. The sisters kept their relationship a secret from the other houseguests until the end of the season. Morgan and Alex are very close and often post pictures of each other on social media.
Morgan graduated from the University of Texas at Austin with a degree in public relations. She worked as a publicist in Austin before moving to Los Angeles to pursue her dreams of being in the entertainment industry.
Morgan Willett Wiki/Bio
| Name | Morgan Leigh Willett |
|---|---|
| Date of Birth | May 13, 1994 |
| Age | 29 |
| Boyfriend | Single (exes include Johnny “Bananas” Devenanzio, Jay Starrett, Corey Brooks, Chase McNary, and Johnny Middlebrooks) |
| Family | Alex Willett (sister), Ryder (daughter) |
| Occupation | Reality TV star, actress, publicist, model, YouTuber |
| Shows | Big Brother: Over The Top, Ex on the Beach, The Challenge |
| Social Media | Instagram: @morganleighwillett, Homepage- Newsinbollywood |
Reality TV Career
Morgan Willett made her reality TV debut on Big Brother: Over The Top, a spin-off of the popular CBS show that aired exclusively on the online platform CBS All Access. She was part of the Ballsmashers alliance, along with her sister Alex, Shelby Stockton, and Whitney Hogg. She was nominated five times for eviction, but managed to survive each time by winning two vetoes and receiving America’s vote.
She also won the final Head of Household competition and chose to take Kryssie Ridolfi to the final three with her, evicting her ally Shelby. She then won the season by a vote of America over Kryssie and Jason Roy, who had previously appeared on Big Brother 17.
Morgan later appeared on the second season of Ex on the Beach, a MTV show that features singles who are surprised by their exes on a tropical island. She was one of the original cast members, along with her ex-boyfriend Jay Starrett, who she had met on The Challenge: War of the Worlds.
She also had another ex show up, Corey Brooks, who she had dated briefly after Big Brother: Over The Top. Morgan and Jay rekindled their romance on the show, but it did not last long after they left the island.
Willett also competed on two seasons of The Challenge, a MTV show that features contestants from various reality shows competing in physical and mental challenges for a cash prize. She made her debut on The Challenge: War of the Worlds, where she was paired with Johnny “Bananas” Devenanzio, one of the most notorious and successful players in the history of the show.
They had an instant attraction and started a relationship on the show, despite Johnny having a girlfriend back home. They were eliminated in the fourth episode by Zach Nichols and Zahida Allen. Morgan and Johnny continued their relationship after the show, and moved in together in Los Angeles.
Morgan Willett returned for The Challenge: Double Agents, where she was partnered with Nelson Thomas. They were part of the Big Brother alliance, along with Fessy Shafaat, Kaycee Clark, Josh Martinez, and Amber Borzotra. They made it to the ninth episode, where they were eliminated by Cory Wharton and Theresa Jones.
Physical Stats
- Height: 5 feet 6 inches
- Weight: 50 kg (110 lbs)
- Eye color: Dark brown
- Body measurements: 34-24-35 inches
- Skin color: White
- Hair color: Dark brown
- Shoe size: 7 (US), 4.5 (UK) or 37.5 (EU)
Acting and Modeling Career
Morgan Willett has also pursued a career in acting and modeling, appearing in various commercials, music videos, and short films. She has a YouTube channel where she posts vlogs, challenges, and lifestyle videos. She has also collaborated with other influencers and celebrities, such as David Dobrik, Tana Mongeau, and James Charles.
Morgan has a passion for fashion and beauty, and often shares her outfits and makeup tips on her Instagram account, where she has over 300,000 followers. She has also partnered with several brands and companies, such as Fashion Nova, Revolve, and Boohoo.
Personal Life, Boyfriend and Controversies
Morgan Willett was in a relationship with Johnny “Bananas” Devenanzio for over two years, until they broke up in September 2023. The reason for their split was revealed by Morgan in October 2023, when she posted on her Instagram story that Johnny had cheated on her with another woman while she was on a girls’ trip. She said that she found out from a mutual friend, and that Johnny denied it and acted coldly towards her when she confronted him. She also said that she was heartbroken and hurt by his betrayal.
Johnny “Bananas” Devenanzio did not publicly address the cheating allegations, but he did confirm the breakup in an interview with E! News in September 2023. He said that they were both going through a difficult time, and that he wished her all the best. He also said that he was focusing on his career and his new projects, such as his podcast Death, Taxes, and Bananas, and his travel show 1st Look.
Morgan has since moved on from Johnny, and has been linked to other men, such as Chase McNary, who appeared on The Bachelorette and Ex on the Beach, and Johnny Middlebrooks, who appeared on Love Island USA. She has also been spending time with her friends and family, and traveling to different places, such as Hawaii, Mexico, and New York.
Willett has a daughter, Ryder, who was born in 2021. She shares custody of Ryder with her ex-boyfriend, Johnny Bananas. She often posts pictures and videos of Ryder on her social media, and calls her the best thing that ever happened to her.
She is currently single and living in Los Angeles. She is working on her acting and modeling career, and has expressed interest in returning to The Challenge in the future. She is also an advocate for mental health awareness, and has opened up about her struggles with anxiety and depression. She encourages her fans to seek help and support if they are going through similar issues.
Net Worth in 2024
| Year | Net Worth |
|---|---|
| 2022 | $100,000 – $1M |
| 2023 | $1.2M |
| 2024 | $1.8M |
Morgan Willett is a reality TV star and actress who won Big Brother: Over The Top in 2016. She has also appeared on Ex on the Beach and The Challenge, where she met her ex-boyfriend Johnny “Bananas” Devenanzio. She has a daughter, Ryder, with Johnny, and is currently single and living in Los Angeles. She is also a publicist, a model, a YouTuber, and a mental health advocate
