MTV reality television personality Tony Raines, recognized primarily for his participation in The Challenge, was apprehended in the early hours of Sunday, February 23, for driving under the influence, as reported by TMZ.
At the age of 36, Raines faces charges that include one count of operating a vehicle while intoxicated, one count of reckless operation, and four counts of negligent injuring, according to the report.
Public records indicate that Charles Anthony Raines, his full name, was taken into custody at 3 a.m. local time on Sunday by the Ascension Parish Sheriff’s Office in Louisiana. He was released from custody after posting a bond of $7,500 at approximately 9 p.m. on the same day.
Us Weekly has contacted representatives of Raines for a statement.
According to IMDb, Raines was featured on MTV’s Real World: Skeletons in 2015, followed by appearances on The Challenge: Champs vs. Pros in 2018, The Challenge: All Stars season 4 in 2024, and The Challenge 40: Battle of the Eras, which premiered last year and concluded in January.
In October 2023, Raines wed his longtime partner, Alyssa Giacone, in a private ceremony held in Ponchatoula, Louisiana. The couple has a daughter, Isla, aged 8. Raines is also the father of a 9-year-old daughter, Harper, from his previous relationship with Challenge star Madison Walls-Channing.
Prior to the wedding, Raines expressed his affection for Giacone to People, stating, “There is so much I love about her. From her looks to how great a mother she is to the way she cares for me, but what means the most is the feeling that I get knowing that she supports me through everything, and truly having a partner that has my back and best interest at heart.”
Giacone expressed, “This feels like a fairytale to me! I have been anticipating this moment since my high school days.” He further remarked, “The planning process has been incredibly relaxed, which has enhanced the experience, and I am eagerly awaiting the arrival of the big day.”
On Valentine’s Day, Raines celebrated the occasion by sharing a heartfelt photograph of himself and Giacone sharing a kiss against a picturesque sunset. He captioned the image, “Twenty years ago, Cupid struck me, and that arrow remains firmly in place 💘 I love you, Beautiful. Happy Valentine’s Day 🤍❤️,” while tagging Giacone on Instagram.