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Reality TV News - October 2002
Beg, Borrow, & Deal - Episode 7 summary
October 31, 2002
Our episode summary for Episode 7 of ESPN's "Beg, Borrow, & Deal" reality TV program, authored by realitybites, has been posted. Check it out by clicking HERE
Celebrity cast of ABC's 'The Mole 3' announced -- and filming has completed!
October 31, 2002
Variety reports that ABC has finished casting -- and shooting -- its celeb edition of "The Mole." "The Mole 3" will star celebrities Michael Boatman (Carter on Spin City), Corbin Bernsen (Arnie on LA Law), Kim Coles (from Living Single), Erik von Detten (from Dinotopia), Baldwin brother Stephen Baldwin, comedian Kathy Griffin, and supermodel Frederique. Ahmad Rashad will be the host. The show quietly wrapped production earlier this month following nearly two weeks of on-location production in Hawaii. The six-part series is likely to air begin airing in January.
Angie Martinez quits 'American Idol 2' judging gig
October 31, 2002
Angie Martinez has quit "American Idol 2" after only five days on the job. She issued a statement saying that it was "too uncomfortable for me to tell someone else to give up on their dream, especially when I realized that many of them have supported my musical career. I thank everyone at Fox for the opportunity and wish every contestant the best of luck."VH1 pulls plug on Liza Minnelli reality show before it even starts
October 30, 2002
Reuters reports that cable music network VH1 said on Wednesday that it has pulled the plug on a planned reality series featuring Minnelli and her new husband, producer David Gest.
MTV announces 'The Osbournes' second season to premiere November 26th
October 30, 2002
Reuters reports that MTV has announced that the second seasion of "The Osbournes" will premiere on November 26th, kicking off a second season of MTV's highest-rated show. "We are excited to invite the world into our home for another dose of Osbourne insanity," Sharon Osbourne said in a statement issued by MTV. "This season the show takes on a whole new meaning as we share the highs and lows of the last six months with our viewers. With the Osbournes, you never know what you're gonna get."
UPN to air Tyra Banks-hosted 'Supermodel' reality contest series
October 30, 2002
Variety reports that UPN has given an eight-episode midseason order to an hourlong reality series tentatively titled "Supermodel," with Tyra Banks serving as an executive producer and judge.
Simon Cowell to have tie-breaking authority for 'American Idol 2'
October 30, 2002
With the addition of Angie Martinez has the new fourth judge for "American Idol 2," the New York Post reports that the rules of the game have changed slightly. With four judges instead of three, obviously the potential for a tie 2-2 vote exists. According to the Post, if the four judges come up with a split decision, judge Simon Cowell will get the final say.
New 'Idol 2' judge Angie Martinez admits to never watching the first 'American Idol' series
October 30, 2002
The New York Post reports that Angie Martinez, the newest judge on "American Idol," admits she had never seen the hit reality show until last week.'Project Greenlight 2' announces Top 250 script and director finalists
October 30, 2002
Miramax Films & TV and LivePlanet have successfully whittled both the Screenplay and Director contests entries down to The Top 250 for each contest.
ESPN begins accepting applications for 'Beg, Borrow, & Deal 2'
October 30, 2002
ESPN has announced that it has begun to accept applications for "Beg, Borrow, & Deal 2." Click here for a copy of the application.
The Amazing Race 3 - Episode 4 Summary
October 27, 2002
Our episode summary for Episode 4, "Smart Women, Foolish Choices," authored by Lisapooh, has been posted. Check it out by clicking HEREPush, Nevada - Episode 7 summary
October 27, 2002
Looking to try and make some sense of the "Push, Nevada" finale? Well so are we... our episode summary for Push, Nevada Episode 7, "Wha-?!? I don't get it," authored by Femme has been posted. Check it out by clicking HERE
'The Bachelor' creator and ABC announce new 'The Will' inheritance reality show
October 26, 2002
Zap2It.com reports that ABC has ordered a new unscripted show called "The Will" from producer Mike Fleiss, the man behind the network's hit "The Bachelor." On the new show, a wealthy (still living) benefactor will offer up his or her estate to family members. But instead of tedious probate-court hearings, the potential heirs will compete for the goods and have the chance to vote others out. Family members and friends who take part in the series will also be put through a series of weekly competitions, in which the players will vie for a shot at some smaller portion of the benefactor's estate -- the BMW or the vacation house.
E! TV picks up 'The Anna Nicole Show' for second season
October 26, 2002
Reuters reports that E! Entertainment Television has announced that despite faltering ratings, it has renewed its controversial reality series featuring former Playboy Playmate Anna Nicole Smith for a second season. The show, which premiered last August, has been a hit for the cable network, helping to boost its overall ratings among adults aged 18 to 49, the key advertising demographic, by 19 percent over a year earlier.
New York DJ Angie Martinez rumored to be 4th judge of 'American Idol 2'
October 26, 2002
Variety reports that New York-based radio personality and recording artist Angie Martinez is close to signing on as the fourth judge on Fox's upcoming "American Idol" sequel. Martinez, who hosts afternoon drive on New York's WQHT-FM, "Hot 97," joins returning judges Simon Cowell, who re-inked earlier this summer, and Paula Abdul and Randy Jackson, both of whom re-enlisted last week.
Survivor: Thailand - Episode 6 Summary
October 25, 2002
Our episode summary for Survivor: Thailand, Episode 6, "Banana, Balls, and Booted B's," authored by 'dangerkitty' has been posted. Check it out by clicking HERE
The Bachelor II - Episode 4 Summary
October 24, 2002
Our episode summary for Episode 4 of ABC's second edition of the "The Bachelor", authored by Asrai, has been posted. Check it out by clicking HERE
Production begins on The WB's 'The Surreal Life'
October 23, 2002
The WB brings a diverse group of some of America's best-remembered pop culture figures back to television audiences in a half-hour comedy/reality series, THE SURREAL LIFE. From the producers of "Blind Date," the celebrity cast includes actors from past hit series, a former child star, two musical stars, and a beauty queen, and one star of the hit series "Survivor II." This unlikely group of housemates moved in together on Monday, October 21 and will share a fun and funky house in the Hollywood Hills for ten days.
'Survivor: Thailand' Episode 6 'State of the Spoiling'
October 23, 2002
Our 'State of the Spoiling' summary for Episode 6 of 'Survivor: Thailand' is now posted, here.
Beg, Borrow, & Deal - Episode 6 summary
October 22, 2002
Our episode summary for Episode 6 of ESPN's "Beg, Borrow, & Deal" reality TV program, authored by MandyM, has been posted. Check it out by clicking HERE
Second season of MTV's 'The Osbournes' to premiere in November
October 22, 2002
The Associated Press reports that MTV announced Tuesday that the second season of the hit "The Osbournes" reality TV series will premiere in November. Details on the upcoming shows were not released and the debut date was not specified.
Michelle Parma of MTV's 'Road Rules 3' dies In car accident
October 22, 2002
MTV sadly reports that Michelle Parma, the former Dallas Cowboys cheerleader who graced the third season of "Road Rules," was killed Saturday afternoon in a three-vehicle collision. She was 27.
'The Amazing Race 3' ratings climbing
October 21, 2002
CBS has announced that, according to final Nielsen ratings for Wednesday, October 16th, "The Amazing Race 3" posted increases in households, viewers, adults 18-49 and adults 25-54 versus last week and last year, The episode finished third in its time slot, after NBC's "The West Wing" and ABC's "The Bachelor."Push, Nevada - Episode 6 summary
October 21, 2002
Our episode summary for Push, Nevada Episode 6, "S.O.S.," authored by buckeyegirl has been posted. Check it out by clicking HERE
Survivor: Thailand - Episode 5 Summary
October 20, 2002
Our episode summary for Survivor: Thailand, Episode 5, "The Ocean's Surprise," authored by 'Silvergirl1' has been posted. Check it out by clicking HERECalifornia woman sues MTV over 'Jackass' stunt
October 18, 2002
Reuters reports that a woman has sued cable TV network MTV, its parent company Viacom Inc., and a cast member of its daredevil show "Jackass," claiming she suffered injuries in a stunt performed while taping a program.
USA Network announces new 'American Idol Gone Country' reality show called 'Nashville Star'
October 18, 2002
Reuters reports that USA Network has announced a nationwide search for the next great country music artist, with open auditions for "Nashville Star" kicking off in Nashville on Tuesday, Oct. 22, at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum.
'American Idol 2' to feature new fourth mystery judge
October 18, 2002
Variety reports that Fox has confirmed that the next version of "American Idol" will welcome a fourth judge, who will "add a different and unique perspective" to the group. No additional details were revealed.
Roseanne to star in new ABC reality program
October 18, 2002
Variety reports that Roseanne is set to star in an ABC Network "unscripted reality workplace comedy," which she'll also executive produce with documentary veteran R.J. Cutler ("American Candidate"). ABC is close to finalizing a 13-episode on-air commitment to the untitled -- and unconventional -- half-hour series, which is being eyed for a possible summer 2003 bow.'Push, Nevada' to release final game clues
October 18, 2002
Zap2It.com reports that next week's final episode of "Push, Nevada" will lay out the show's remaining weekly clues to help viewers determine how to find the interactive mystery's $1 million-plus prize.
The Amazing Race 3 - Episode 3 Summary
October 18, 2002
Our episode summary for Episode 3, "What the FF with Dandy?," authored by PepeLePew13, has been posted. Check it out by clicking HERE
CTV announces 'Canadian Idol' version of 'American Idol'
October 17, 2002
CTV has announced it's bringing a Canadian version of "American Idol" to Canada in a new series that will make its debut in 2003. The completely Canadian series will be based on its smash-hit cousin, "American Idol: The Search for a Superstar." The September 4th finale of "American Idol" was the most watched show of the summer when 2.1 million Canadian viewers tuned in to watch.
The Bachelor II - Episode 3 Summary
October 17, 2002
Our episode summary for Episode 3 of ABC's second edition of the "The Bachelor", authored by samiam, has been posted. Check it out by clicking HERE
Newly released 'American Idol' DVD already listed in Amazon.com Top 100 DVD Sales
October 16, 2002
If you've got the "American Idol" blues, don't fret -- now you can watch it all over again on the American Idol DVD that has just been released on October 15th.
'American Idol' finalist Tamyra Gray gets recording deal
October 16, 2002
MTV.com reports that "American Idol" finalist Tamyra Gray, a 23-year-old from Takoma Park, Maryland, has signed with 19 Recordings Limited, the label run by "American Idol"'s other Simon, creator Simon Fuller. She had earlier inked a management deal with Fuller just after her exit from the show.
Beg, Borrow, & Deal - Episode 5 summary
October 16, 2002
Our episode summary for Episode 5 of ESPN's "Beg, Borrow, & Deal" reality TV program, authored by ELCinOhio, has been posted. Check it out by clicking HERE
Survivor: Thailand - Episode 4 Summary
October 16, 2002
Our episode summary for Survivor: Thailand, Episode 4, "Survivor For Dummies," authored by 'drawde236' has been posted. Check it out by clicking HERE
'American Idol 2' sets reality TV show ad rate record
October 16, 2002
Advertising Age reports that FOX is pricing an integrated marketing package for "American Idol 2" at $26 million, the highest for any reality show and far surpassing the previous record held by Survivor, which asked as many as nine sponsors to pony up $10-$12 million for 13 one-hour episodes on CBS.Report: 'Real World Las Vegas' nightclub boss Marc Portugal fired after castmember's sexual harassment allegations aired
October 16, 2002
Marc Portugal, a Palms employee who supervised the cast of MTV's The Real World: Las Vegas at the nightclub that they worked in during their stay at the Las Vegas casino resort, was dismissed after the reality show aired allegations of sexual harassment by Portugal, The Las Vegas Review-Journal reported Sunday.
'Survivor: Thailand' Episode 5 'State of the Spoiling'
October 16, 2002
The State of the Spoiling for Episode 5 of "Survivor:Thailand" is now available in our Spoilers forum by clicking here.
Ahmad Rashad to host ABC's celebrity edition of 'The Mole'
October 14, 2002
ABC has announced that Emmy-Award winning sportscaster and former NFL all-pro wide receiver Ahmad Rashad has signed on to host ABC's upcoming celebrity version of "The Mole," it was announced today. "Celebrity Mole" is set to air on ABC later this season.
'Temptation Island 2' tempter Tony resigns teaching position due to gay porno appearance
October 13, 2002
Anthony Vanchieri, the "Temptation Island 2" male tempter and elementary school teacher who appeared in gay pornographic videos, has abandoned his fight to keep his job. Vanchieri quietly resigned on September 9th, but it was made public only this month because the Broward School Board in Florida will formally accept his request on October 15th.
CBS planning 'Celebrity Big Brother' edition for as early as Fall 2002
October 13, 2002
Entertainment Weekly recently reported that CBS CEO Leslie Moonves is working on an all-star ''Big Brother'' to air as early as October. He hopes to feature higher-watt personalities than, say, Barry Williams or Danny Bonaduce (who both appeared on Fox's ''Celebrity Boxing'' special last season).
The Amazing Race 3 - Episode 2 Summary
October 12, 2002
Our episode summary for Episode 2, "Riding Topless in Cabs with Boys," authored by Canada Girl, has been posted. Check it out by clicking HERE
Second episode of 'The Amazing Race 3' finishes fifth in timeslot ratings
October 11, 2002
Based on the Fast National overnight ratings for Wednesday, October 10th, television viewers flocked to premiere of "Birds of Prey" on The WB and "The Bachelor" on ABC -- and in the process left CBS' second episode of "The Amazing Race 3" with a deeply disappointing fifth place finish.
'American Idol' Tamyra Gray to join the cast of FOX's 'Boston Public'
October 11, 2002
Billboard.com reports that Tamyra Gray, a finalist on Fox television's talent show "American Idol," has joined the cast of the network's dramatic series "Boston Public." Gray, who is from Norcross, Ga., will portray a student in four episodes of the series, with her first appearance coinciding with the February sweeps.Push, Nevada - Episode 5 summary
October 11, 2002
Our episode summary for Push, Nevada Episode 5, "The Letter Of The Law," authored by Ra_8secs has been posted. Check it out by clicking HERE
The Bachelor II - Episode 2 Summary
October 10, 2002
Our episode summary for Episode 2 of ABC's second edition of the "The Bachelor", authored by Femme, has been posted. Check it out by clicking HEREABC formally announces 'Push, Nevada' cancellation, series to end October 24th
October 10, 2002
Susan Lyne, president, ABC Entertainment, today announced several changes to the Network's lineup, including that announcement that "Push, Nevada" will air until Thursday, October 24, culminating the critically-acclaimed series' run with the seventh episode.
Brian Dunkleman "decides not to return" for 'American Idol 2,' opts to "pursue other opportunities"
October 10, 2002
Variety reports that "American Idol" co-host and sometimes Coca-Cola pitchman Brian Dunkleman won't be part of the hit Fox reality show's second season.'Push, Nevada' cancellation announcement expected today, $1,000,000 game to complete
October 10, 2002
Variety reports that ABC is expected to announce the first two cancellations of the season this morning, as "That Was Then" and "Push, Nevada" are expected to formally get the ax and ABC announces some other schedule changes.
Beg, Borrow, & Deal - Episode 4 summary
October 9, 2002
Our episode summary for Episode 4 of ESPN's "Beg, Borrow, & Deal" reality TV program, authored by survivorscott, has been posted. Check it out by clicking HERE
Beg, Borrow, & Deal - Episode 3 summary
October 9, 2002
Our episode summary for Episode 3 of ESPN's "Beg, Borrow, & Deal" reality TV program, authored by SherpaDave, has been posted. Check it out by clicking HERE
'American Idol 2' announces audition dates and locations
October 9, 2002
Zap2It.com reports that FOX has set audition dates in seven cities for the second "Idol" competition. The show will stop in several towns known for the music they produce, including Nashville, Detroit -- home of Motown -- and Austin, Texas.
'American Idol' runner-up Justin Guarini gets record contract
October 9, 2002
Billboard.com reports that "American Idol" Justin Guarini has signed a recording contract with "American Idol" creator Simon Fuller's U.K.-based 19 Recordings Limited. His as-yet-untitled and unscheduled debut solo album will be subsequently licensed to RCA for U.S. release.Michael Eisner hints at move to ABC Family channel, HBO-style "multiple plays" for ABC's struggling 'Push, Nevada' series
October 8, 2002
Broadcasting & Cable reports that during a Goldman Sachs conference in New York, Disney Chairman/CEO Michael Eisner seems to have hinted at the upcoming fate of the Disney-owned ABC Network's quirky but struggling "Push, Nevada" telelvision series.
Survivor 2's Kel Gleason attacked in bar fight
October 8, 2002
Amazingly enough, some people noticed Kel Gleason during his brief, controversial stay on Survivor: The Australian Outback. Even more amazingly, they saw enough of him to REALLY not like him.Media beginning to report on upcoming cancellation of "Push, Nevada"
October 8, 2002
The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports that it's not official yet, but it looks like ABC's "Push, Nevada" will disappear from the ABC programming schedule after the Thursday, October 10th episode. In doing so, "Push" would become the first casualty of the Fall 2002 network television season.
'Survivor: Thailand' Episode 4 'State of the Spoiling'
October 8, 2002
The State of the Spoiling for Episode 4 of "Survivor:Thailand" is now available in our Spoilers forum by clicking here.
Anderson Flies the Coop on "The Mole," "Celeb Mole" begins to confirm castmembers
October 8, 2002
Variety reports that Anderson Cooper, CNN newsman-anchor and also host of both series of "The Mole", has been forced to end his ties with the reality TV series under pressure from his new bosses at CNN. According to Variety, Cooper, arguably one of the two best hosts in reality TV along with Survivor's Jeff Probst, was told that, if he chose to return to "The Mole" 3 and 4, his continuing high-profile role on CNN might be jeopardized. At the time Cooper left ABC News to join CNN, "The Mole" seemed to be dead, but the show's surprisingly-successful revival over the summer brought the conflict back to life.
Survivor: Thailand - Episode 3 Summary
October 7, 2002
This week, we've hit the summary trifecta and have not one, not two, but THREE summaries available for reading. Check them out by clicking HEREPush, Nevada - Episode 4 summary
October 7, 2002
Our episode summary for Push, Nevada Episode 4, "I didn't do it!," authored by magic_star has been posted. Check it out by clicking HERE
'The Bachelor 2' premiere beats CBS' 'Amazing Race 3,' challenges 'West Wing' in Adults 18-49
October 5, 2002
The ABC Television Network has announced that "The Bachelor" returned to ABC's air in triumphant fashion on October 2, 2002, dominating the season premiere of CBS' "Amazing Race," challenging NBC's "West Wing" for the Adults 18-49 lead and producing some of ABC's best numbers in the Wednesday 9PM time period in 1-1/2 years.
The Bachelor II - Episode 1 Summary
October 5, 2002
Our episode summary for Episode 1 of ABC's second edition of the "The Bachelor", authored by greeneyes, has been posted. Check it out by clicking HERE
OLN releases full 'No Boundaries' airdate schedule
October 3, 2002
The Outdoor Life Network has released the complete regular airtime schedule for "No Boundaries." New episodes of the program will air Mondays at 8PM ET. Each episode will then repeat at 11PM ET Monday evenings as well as 2PM ET of the following Sunday.Struggling 'Push, Nevada' gets temporary reprieve from ABC
October 3, 2002
Myinky.com reports that ABC's "Push, Nevada" has earned a one-week reprieve before the network decides what to do with the heavily promoted but lightly viewed series.
The Amazing Race 3 - Episode 1 Summary
October 3, 2002
Our episode summary for Episode 1, "Montezuma's Revenge," authored by FesterFan1, has been posted. Check it out by clicking HERE
'Survivor: Thailand' Episode 3 'State of the Spoiling'
October 2, 2002
The State of the Spoiling for Episode 3 of Survivor:Thailand is now available in our Spoilers forum by clicking here.
'Survivor 6' to be filmed in Brazilian Amazon
October 2, 2002
SurvivorNews.net reports that Survivor 6 will film in the Amazon -- not in the Philippines as reported in earlier media reports.Push, Nevada - Episode 3 summary
October 2, 2002
Our episode summary for Push, Nevada Episode 2, "The Color of ?," authored by trigirl has been posted. Check it out by clicking HEREReport: Pepsi may back space reality series
October 1, 2002
Pepsi is floating a proposal for a TV series in which contestants would compete to win the opportunity to travel into outer space, the New York Post reports, according to Zap2It.com.
