'Real World' couple grounded in Catholic faith

Published: 2004-02-11

ASHLAND, Wis. (CNS) -- Sean Duffy and wife Rachel Campos Duffy both have flirted with the bright lights of fame, but have remained grounded in their shared Catholic faith. "Faith is a big part of our lives," Rachel Duffy said. Sean, 32, who is originally from Hayward, in the Diocese of Superior, and Rachel, 32, who was raised in numerous locations as the daughter of a diplomat, are both cradle Catholics. Each had a stint as a cast member of MTV's "The Real World," one of television's earliest reality-based series. He is an alum of "The Real World: Boston" and she was on "The Real World: San Francisco." They met on the first MTV "Road Rules/Real World Challenge" and were married five years ago. Rachel Duffy also did numerous guest co-hosting spots on "The View," ABC's daytime talk show, and Sean Duffy has appeared as a commentator for ESPN's lumberjack shows. About two and a half years ago they moved to Ashland, where Sean Duffy is district attorney for Ashland County.

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