For 19 seasons, MTV has thrown seven strangers into close quarters to see what happens when things start getting real. In that time, you've seen fast friendships develop, along with lusty liaisons and ferocious fights.

The Real World Awards Bash embraces the hilarious hijinks and over-the-top drama, demonstrating how The Real World was ahead of its time, forging the path for reality TV as we know it today.

In addition to reminiscing about all the craziest and most dramatic moments ever caught on camera, The Real World Awards Bash discusses how the series managed to shine a spotlight on important issues like racism, substance abuse, and homophobia.

The Bash also pays tribute to The Real World: San Francisco's Pedro Zamora, who died of complications due to AIDS, and The Real World: San Diego's Frankie Abernathy, who lost her battle with cystic fibrosis.

Which Real World moments have left a lasting impression on you? Join the Real World group, and discuss how you have related to the Real World cast members and the issues they have encountered.

For more on these issues, check out the following resources:

Alcoholism and Addiction

Get the Facts on Alcohol and Alcoholism

Find and Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting Near You

Find an Al-Anon Meeting and Get Support

Locate a Substance Abuse Facility in Your State

Check Out the Quick Facts on Specific Drugs of Abuse

Step Up and Help A Friend

Discrimination

Discrimination: Get Active

10 Ways to Fight Hate

Depression

Half Of Us: Did you know that nearly half of all college students reported feeling so depressed that they couldn't function during the last school year?

Learn More About Depression

Relationships and Sexual Health

STDs: Breaking It Down

Find Out About HIV Testing

Learn How to Prevent Pregnancy

It's Your (Sex) Life
Click here to download the It's Your (Sex) Life guide to safe and responsible sex.

Cystic Fibrosis

Cystic Fibrosis Foundation: Learn more about the disease that took Frankie's life.