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Reality TV News - July 2004
UPN's 'The Player' reality dating show to premiere August 3
July 31, 2004
Move over, Fox and NBC, because UPN is making a bid to be bigger "player" in the reality television arena with the launching of its first reality dating series -- The Player.
Ratings: UPN's controversial 'Amish in the City' scores big in premiere
July 31, 2004
Looks like U.S. reality TV viewers have figured out -- after 9 years -- where to find UPN, the smallest of the 6 U.S. broadcast networks, on their sets.
Holly King becomes the third houseguest to be evicted from the 'Big Brother 5' house
July 30, 2004
After being nominated for eviction by Drew Daniel, the third Head of Household, Holly King was evicted last night from the Big Brother 5 house by her fellow houseguests.
Fox wraps production on 'The Next Great Champ', films fake matches to deter spoilers
July 30, 2004
Daily Variety reports that Fox and Endemol USA quietly wrapped production on their copycat boxing-reality show, The Next Great Champ, over the weekend of July 24-25. To keep the audience at the championship bout from being able to "spoil" the identity of the show's ultimate winner, Endemol filmed several different "title fights" without telling the audience which one was the real wrap-up.
Ashlee Simpson's 'Autobiography' album opens at #1 in US with 398,000 units sold
July 29, 2004
Little Sis finally has the upper hand on Big Sis.
Corinne Van Ryck de Groot and Sean Carrigan triumph in NBC's 'Next Action Star'
July 29, 2004
No wonder Sylvester Stallone became an action movie star after making the boxing movie Rocky.
Fox's Richard Branson-led 'The Billionaire' to premiere November 9
July 28, 2004
Fox has announced that The Billionaire: Branson's Quest For The Best, the network's new Apprentice-like series based around British billionaire Richard Branson, will premiere on Tuesday, November 9 at 8PM ET/PT with a special two-hour broadcast. After its premiere, the program will air Tuesdays at 8PM ET/PT beginning November 16.Procreation may become a new reality show reward
July 28, 2004
Will the next craze in reality TV be driven by the "need to breed"? Three new reality shows proposed in Europe and Asia indicate that it may be.
Fox releases details of 'Playing It Straight's unaired conclusion
July 28, 2004
Despite having been pulled off the airwaves after only three episodes, last spring's Playing It Straight series has continued to remain of interest among its small (but devoted) group of viewers -- so much so that Fox has apparently grown so tired of viewer questions about the program's ending that it's finally gotten around to posting episode synopses of the remaining unaired episodes at Fox.com
Rocco DiSpirito barred from 'The Restaurant,' as format change planned
July 28, 2004
In a ruling from the bench on July 27, New York state judicial hearing officer Ira Gammerman held that China Grill Management could bar chef Rocco DiSpirito from his namesake restaurant, Rocco's on 22nd Street, and that China Grill was also free to sell or change the format of the eatery.
Joe Schmo 2 - Episode 7 summary
July 28, 2004
"'A Tribute to Everett And Other Mayhem," our episode summary for the seventh episode of Spike TV's second edition of its The Joe Schmo Show, written by woeisme1, is now available.
The Casino - Episode 7 summary
July 28, 2004
"Once More Into the Breach," our episode summary for the seventh episode of FOX's The Casino series, written by Fishercat, is now available.
Last Comic Standing 2 - Episode 9 summary
July 28, 2004
"Let’s Twist Again, Just Like We Did Last Summer," our episode summary for the ninth episode of NBC's second edition of its Last Comic Standing series, written by FesterFan1, is now available.
Jenna Lewis grants sex tape interview, but leaves key details unexplained
July 28, 2004
It looks like Survivor: All-Stars contestant Jenna Lewis found a media outlet willing to buy her honeymoon sex tape's "exclusive story". However the interview, conducted with the syndicated Extra entertainment news program, appears to have provided few significant previously unknown details, and instead generated several new unanswered questions.
Big Brother 5 - Episode 8 summary
July 27, 2004
"Drew's In Charge," our episode summary for the eighth episode of CBS' Big Brother 5 series, written by anotherkim, is now available.
Big Brother 5 - Episode 7 summary
July 27, 2004
"The Pink Horsemen (and Drew) Gallop On," our episode summary for the seventh episode of CBS' Big Brother 5 series, written by Bucky Katt, is now available.
NY courts begin Rocco DiSpirito's 'The Restaurant' ownership hearings
July 27, 2004
Reality TV's nastiest legal battle -- the ownership fight between chef Rocco DiSpirito (owner of Spirit Media) and "money man" Jeffrey Chodorow (owner of China Grill Management) over the ownership of Rocco's on 22nd Street, the restaurant featured on NBC's The Restaurant -- moved on to its next round on Monday, as a court hearing began in Manhattan.
VH1's 'The Partridge Family' reality show to premiere September 5
July 27, 2004
VH1 has announced that In Search of the Partridge Family, a reality television casting competition which will serve as a lead-in to a new VH1 The Partridge Family scripted sitcom update of the classic 1970's series, will premiere Sunday, September 5 at 9PM ET/PT.
Fox to bring U.K.'s 'Hell's Kitchen' (and celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay) to America
July 26, 2004
Looks like American Idol judge Simon Cowell isn't going to be the only nasty Brit to be imported along with his reality show by Fox.
Outback Jack - Episode 5 summary
July 26, 2004
"Let’s Bring the Wildlife to the City," our episode summary for the fifth episode of TBS' Outback Jack series, written by MTW1961, is now available.
Authorities decline to file charges in alleged 'Real World: San Diego' rape case
July 26, 2004
The San Diego County District Attorney's office has announced that after an eight month investigation, they will not file charges regarding a November 2003 allegation that a woman was raped in The Real World: San Diego house.
Next Action Star - Episode 7 summary
July 26, 2004
"And Of Course Inflection," our episode summary for the seventh episode of NBC's Next Action Star, written by Skiver, is now available.
Seeking to stem ratings drop, TLC's 'Trading Spaces' to get its own makeover
July 26, 2004
TLC has announced that its Trading Spaces, the "granddaddy" of all of the U.S. home-remodeling reality shows, will be revamped for the coming TV season after its ratings slumped significantly during the past year.TLC's 'For Better or For Worse' seeking couples for third season episodes
July 26, 2004
Nash Entertainment has announced that it is casting for a new season of TLC's For Better or For Worse series.
NBC to wrap up 'Next Action Star' one week early by skipping an episode
July 24, 2004
When do you know that a reality show is really a ratings dud? When its network skips the broadcast of the next-to-last episode in an effort to hurry up and get the program off its airwaves as quickly as possible.
Lori Valenti becomes the second houseguest to be evicted from the 'Big Brother 5' house
July 23, 2004
After being nominated for eviction by Marvin Latimer, the second Head of Household, Lori Valenti was evicted last night from the Big Brother 5 house by her fellow houseguests.
The Amazing Race 5 - Episode 3 summary
July 23, 2004
"Don't Cry For Me, Argentina, The Truth Is I Never Left You," our episode summary for the third episode of CBS' The Amazing Race 5 series, written by dajaki, is now available.
The Simple Life 2 - Episode 7 summary
July 23, 2004
"Can I Get An Amen?," our episode summary for the seventh episode of FOX's The Simple Life 2, written by thetick, is now available.
Last Comic Standing 2 - Episode 8 summary
July 23, 2004
"Chicken Pescatelli," our episode summary for the eighth episode of NBC's second edition of its Last Comic Standing series, written by FesterFan1, is now available.
Joe Schmo 2 - Episode 6 summary
July 23, 2004
"And The Oscar Goes To…," our episode summary for the sixth episode of Spike TV's second edition of its The Joe Schmo Show, written by I_AM_HE, is now available.
Who Wants To Marry My Dad 2 - Episode 5 summary
July 23, 2004
"The Story Of The Ho And The Alcoholic!," our episode summary for the fifth episode of NBC's second edition of its Who Wants To Marry My Dad? series, written by volsfan, is now available.
For Love Or Money 4 - Episode 2 summary
July 22, 2004
"Going Once, Going Twice, Gone," our episode summary for the second episode of NBC's fourth edition of its For Love Or Money series, written by Mon Cherie, is now available.
UPN's 'America's Next Top Model 3' to premiere on September 22 in a new 8PM timeslot
July 22, 2004
When a fledgling network has a breakout hit series one year, should it change the broadcast time of that show the next year?
UPN releases 'Amish in the City' contestant details, screens premiere for TV critics group
July 22, 2004
Now that UPN secretly completed its controversial reality-documentary series Amish in the City, which will air beginning July 28, some details are finally reaching the public. This week, UPN announced personal details about the 11 young people (5 Amish, 6 not) chosen for the show and also screened the first episode during the Television Critics Association press tour.
Fox's 'The Next Great Champ' to now debut in September
July 21, 2004
The slugfest continues.
'The Amazing Race 5' keeps rolling, third episode continues strong ratings run
July 21, 2004
Congratulations The Amazing Race fans, it's starting to look more and more like this is the summer that The Amazing Race stops being a critically acclaimed but modestly rated series and starts becoming a bona fide ratings hit. It's amazing what apparently one Emmy award win can accomplish.
Big Brother 5 - Episode 5 summary
July 20, 2004
"Pork Groins?," our episode summary for the fifth episode of CBS' Big Brother 5 series, written by survivorscott, is now available.NBC casting for American edition of British 'Double or Nothing' gambling show
July 20, 2004
Would you trade all of your possessions for 15 minutes of reality television fame and one spin of a roulette wheel on live TV to double your wealth ... or lose it all? If so, NBC is looking for you.
Bravo's 'Project Greenlight 3' to focus on the making of a horror movie, 'Feast'
July 20, 2004
Which is better: an Emmy-nominated reality television series or a solid full-length movie? And is it possible to have both when the reality TV show is most successful when it makes the moviemakers look like fools?
Fox's 'Trading Spouses' puts $50,000 prize power in swapped parent's hands
July 20, 2004
Fox might have ripped off the basic concept of its Trading Spouses series from ABC's September-debuting Wife Swap, but the two spouse swapping shows will differ in at least one key aspect -- unlike Wife Swap, Trading Spouses will feature a large cash prize.
The Casino - Episode 6 summary
July 20, 2004
"The Reality Channel," our episode summary for the sixth episode of FOX's The Casino series, written by cqvenus, is now available.
Fox closes 'The Simple Life 3' deal with Paris Hilton and Nicole Richie
July 20, 2004
At least Fox had something to brag about during the Television Critics Association press tour last week.
Oscar de la Hoya changes his story about the origins of Fox's 'The Next Great Champ'
July 19, 2004
As part of Fox's counter-offensive last week against the widespread charges of reality-TV idea theft directed at it, boxing world champion Oscar de la Hoya defended his show, The Next Great Champ, against claims that it blatantly ripped off NBC's The Contender. However, the Golden Boy's new tale is vastly different from his previous story -- so different, in fact, that any claims that de la Hoya might have to the virtues of honor and integrity may have suffered a technical knockout.
Big Brother 5 - Episode 4 summary
July 19, 2004
"The Big Mouth That Didn’t Roar," our episode summary for the fourth episode of CBS' Big Brother 5 series, written by FesterFan1, is now available.
Next Action Star - Episode 6 summary
July 19, 2004
"Cheated!," our episode summary for the sixth episode of NBC's Next Action Star, written by volsfan, is now available.FOX idea theft controversy continues, with NBC and ABC throwing barbs and FOX crying foul
July 19, 2004
FOX's ongoing reality show theft controversy roared to new levels during last week's Television Critics Association summer press tour, with both NBC and ABC chiefs lobbing fresh allegations of creative theft at the Rupert Murdoch-owned network and FOX charging back by calling the accusations "baseless" and "unacceptable." Meanwhile, during its own weekend conferences, a gleeful CBS chief admitted to enjoying just sitting on the sidelines and watching the ruckus.
CBS announces 'Survivor: Vanuatu' to premiere September 16 as contestant names begin leaking
July 19, 2004
CBS has announced that Survivor: Vanuatu, the ninth edition of the long-running hit CBS reality series, will premiere on Thursday, September 16 at 8PM ET/PT.
First 'Big Brother 5' eviction wins time period, draws 8.7 million viewers
July 19, 2004
Thursday's episode of CBS' Big Brother 5, featuring the show's first houseguest eviction of Mike Lubinski, performed well in the ratings and won its time period in both total viewers and all key demographics.
Jessica Simpson says MTV's 'Newlyweds' to end after three seasons
July 19, 2004
Claiming that they aren't newlyweds anymore, pop couple Jessica Simpson and Nick Lachey say they are pulling the plug on their popular Newlyweds: Nick & Jessica MTV reality series with the conclusion of the program's current third season.
NBC's 'Apprentice 2' to premiere September 9, Bill Rancic to guest star... and more spoiler tips roll in
July 18, 2004
Looking to get a jump on the fall television season by rolling out its schedule in the weeks immediately following the conclusion of its August Summer Olympics coverage, NBC has announced that The Apprentice 2, the sequel to its hit reality competition series starring Donald Trump, will premiere Thursday, September 9.
ABC announces some contestant details for Mark Cuban's 'The Benefactor'
July 16, 2004
At least none of the Dallas Mavericks will be getting another million dollars from Mark Cuban on his new ABC show The Benefactor.
'Nashville Star 2' winner Brad Cotter's 'Patient Man' CD debuts at #27 in U.S.
July 16, 2004
Nashville Star 2 winner Brad Cotter may not be another Buddy Jewell ... but he didn't do too badly, either.
Rocco's 'Restaurant' battles continue, as Jeffrey Chodorow takes on Mama DiSpirito
July 16, 2004
Now that Rocco DiSpirito has been temporarily banished from Rocco's on 22nd Street and convicted felon/financier Jeffrey Chodorow has taken over (for now), potential customers know that they won't have the dining experience featured in NBC's The Restaurant. So how can Rocco's on 22nd Street draw a crowd until the lawsuits end?
Outback Jack - Episode 4 summary
July 16, 2004
"Outback Purse Haulers vs. Twistington Generals," our episode summary for the fourth episode of TBS' Outback Jack series, written by Estee, is now available.
Report: 'Survivor' producer Mark Burnett says eleventh season may film in Canada
July 16, 2004
Is Survivor producer Mark Burnett seriously considering filming a future edition of the hit CBS series in Canada... or was he simply seeking to placate the local media?
Fox's 'The Complex: Malibu' home renovation competition series to premiere August 30
July 16, 2004
Fox has announced that The Complex: Malibu, the network's new home renovation competition series, will debut on Monday, August 30 with a special two-hour 8-10PM ET/PT premiere. Following the two-hour special, the series will air in its regular 9PM ET/PT time period beginning Monday, September 6.
Fantasia Barrino and Diana DeGarmo keep top-selling singles in U.S. and Canada
July 16, 2004
For a second straight week, the two finalists in American Idol 3 -- the "mononamed" Fantasia and Diana DeGarmo -- have the top two singles in sales in both the U.S. and Canada.
Mike Lubinski becomes the first houseguest to be evicted from the 'Big Brother 5' house
July 16, 2004
After being nominated for eviction by Jase Wirey, the first Head of Household, Mike Lubinski was evicted last night from the Big Brother 5 house by a unanimous vote from his fellow houseguests.
Fox announces first 'American Idol 4' auditions, raises age limit to 28
July 16, 2004
Fox has released the first set of audition dates for the fourth edition of American Idol, and also announced that it has increased the upper end of the competition's age requirement from 26 to 28. As in previous seasons, the minimum age requirement will remain 16.
Big Brother 5 - Episode 3 summary
July 16, 2004
"Falling on the Grenade," or "How to Expose the Obvious to the Incredibly Stupid," our episode summary for the third episode of CBS' Big Brother 5 series, written by FesterFan1, is now available.
Bravo's 'Blow Out' finale ends big, sets series ratings records
July 16, 2004
In its sixth and final episode of the season, Bravo's hot Blow Out reality series hit all time ratings highs in the Adult 25-54 demographic, the Adults 18-49 demographic, and total viewers (breaking the one million total viewer mark for the first time during the program's run.)
NBC's 'Who Wants To Marry My Dad? 2' finale postponed due to DNC coverage
July 16, 2004
NBC has announced that the season finale of this summer's Who Wants to Marry My Dad?, originally slated for Monday, July 26, will now air Monday, August 2 at 10PM ET/PT due to Democratic Convention coverage on July 26.
Joe Schmo 2 - Episode 5 summary
July 16, 2004
"Too Hot For TV," our episode summary for the fifth episode of Spike TV's second edition of its The Joe Schmo Show, written by Tiger Lily, is now available.
For Love Or Money 4 - Episode 1 summary
July 16, 2004
"In Search of the Perfect Cat Fight," our episode summary for the premiere episode of NBC's fourth edition of its For Love Or Money series, written by tig_ger, is now available.
The Simple Life 2 - Episode 6 summary
July 15, 2004
"Meet the Doolittles," our episode summary for the sixth episode of FOX's The Simple Life 2, written by StarryLuna, is now available.
'Trading Spouses,' Fox's ripoff of ABC's upcoming 'Wife Swap,' to premiere July 20
July 15, 2004
Fox has announced that Trading Spouses: Meet Your New Mommy, the new head of household swapping series that's made the network the target of idea theft allegations from both ABC and numerous media outlets, will premiere Tuesday, July 20 at 8PM ET/PT.
The Amazing Race 5 - Episode 2 summary
July 15, 2004
"Don't Cry For Me Argentina" or "Every Dog Has Its Day," our episode summary for the second episode of CBS' The Amazing Race 5 series, written by ginger, is now available.
The Amazing Race 5 - "TAR: TSI" Episode 2
July 15, 2004
"I’m With Stupid," the second installment of our weekly "TAR: TSI" (TAR Stupidity Index) feature is now available. Written by long-time Reality TV World writer Andrea Sellers, each week "TAR: TSI" takes a look back at the Amazing Race contestants and rates them according to their stupid moves.'Survivor' leads pack as reality shows rack up record number of Emmy nominations
July 15, 2004
Reality TV is finally coming in from the cold at the U.S. Emmy Awards.
Report: 'Big Brother' host Julie Chen to wed CBS/UPN head Les Moonves
July 14, 2004
Gossip columnist Liz Smith reports that Julie Chen, the host of CBS's Big Brother series as well as co-anchor of CBS's The Early Show, and Viacom co-president and co-COO Les Moonves, who heads the CBS and UPN networks, have decided to get married, although not in the next few weeks, and have purchased a home together in Beverly Hills.
NBC accelerates 'The Contender' to November debut, matching Fox's copycat show
July 14, 2004
If you can't beat them, don't let them beat you. That appears to be NBC's new motto for dealing with the reality-TV copycats at Fox.
Who Wants To Marry My Dad 2 - Episode 4 summary
July 14, 2004
"Wedding Gown Blues," our episode summary for the fourth episode of NBC's second edition of its Who Wants To Marry My Dad? series, written by MTW1961, is now available.Fox announces 'Fox Reality Channel' cable network plans... whither goes Reality Central?
July 13, 2004
In an announcement that roils the waters of the reality television world, Fox Networks Group today announced the creation of a new cable and satellite network, Fox Reality Channel, that is scheduled to debut in first quarter 2005.
The Casino - Episode 5 summary
July 13, 2004
"You Gotta Know When to Fold ‘Em," our episode summary for the fifth episode of FOX's The Casino series, written by sablebunny, is now available.
Jenna Lewis "fighting mad" over sex tape release, but planning to sell her "exclusive story"
July 13, 2004
In her first official comment regarding last month's online appearance of a honeymoon sex tape featuring herself and new husband Travis Wolfe, Jenna Lewis has released a statement claiming to be "fighting mad" over the tape's release. However the statement also promotes the video's website and mentions that the former Survivor All-Stars contestant plans to sell her "exclusive story" -- furthering speculation that the couple themselves were somehow involved in the tape's distribution.
Paris Hilton settles with Rick Salomon over 'One Night In Paris' sex tape
July 13, 2004
Paris Hilton, the "heirhead" star of Fox's The Simple Life 2, has settled her various lawsuits with Rick Salomon, her former lover, over their infamous (but grainy) sex tape, which Salomon has not-so-tastefully titled One Night In Paris.
NBC to premiere 'Last Comic Standing 3' August 31, bumping 'Average Jane' to midseason
July 12, 2004
Another reality show is trying to follow in Survivor's footsteps and make the switch from summer replacement to year-round entertainment.
The Amazing Race 5 - Episode 1 summary
July 12, 2004
"Where's the beef?," our episode summary for the premiere episode of CBS' The Amazing Race 5 series, written by samiam, is now available.
Big Brother 5 - Episode 2 summary
July 12, 2004
"Men in Thongs and Limes," our episode summary for the second episode of CBS' Big Brother 5 series, written by GuessItRains, is now available.
Last Comic Standing 2 - Episode 7 summary
July 12, 2004
"Goodbye Yellow Brick Road," our episode summary for the seventh episode of NBC's second edition of its Last Comic Standing series, written by Silvergirl1, is now available.
Outback Jack - Episode 3 summary
July 12, 2004
"DAWn River," our episode summary for the third episode of TBS' Outback Jack series, written by MTW1961, is now available.
Joe Schmo 2 - Episode 4 summary
July 12, 2004
"Game On!," our episode summary for the fourth episode of Spike TV's second edition of its The Joe Schmo Show, written by Esbea, is now available.
Who Wants To Marry My Dad 2 - Episode 3 summary
July 12, 2004
"Always A Bridesmaid, Never A Bride," our episode summary for the third episode of NBC's second edition of its Who Wants To Marry My Dad? series, written by volsfan, is now available.
Last Comic Standing 2 - Episode 6 summary
July 12, 2004
"The One Where Tammy Kicks Glass (out of the house)," our episode summary for the sixth episode of NBC's second edition of its Last Comic Standing series, written by Silvergirl1, is now available.NBC discloses two new Fox reality shows, 'Big Shot' and 'Who's My Daddy?'
July 12, 2004
During the television writers' summer tour, NBC Universal Television Group president Jeff Zucker disclosed the names and concepts behind two heretofore-unidentified Fox shows that are scheduled to air during the 2004-05 television season.
The Amazing Race 5 - "TAR: TSI" Episode 1
July 11, 2004
"Nice Guys Finish Last," the first installment of our weekly "TAR: TSI" (TAR Stupidity Index) feature is now available. Written by long-time Reality TV World writer Andrea Sellers, each week "TAR: TSI" takes a look back at the Amazing Race contestants and rates them according to their stupid moves.
FOX announces identities of 'The Next Great Champ' boxers
July 10, 2004
Give Fox credit -- it isn't bashful about trying to steal Mark Burnett's idea.
Fantasia Barrino and Diana DeGarmo also hold top spots on Canadian sales charts
July 10, 2004
Even though Canadian Idol 2 is currently underway, American Idol 3 hasn't been forgotten north of the border.
The Simple Life 2 - Episode 5 summary
July 9, 2004
"Cringing Cajuns, Hidden Crawdads," our episode summary for the fifth episode of FOX's The Simple Life 2, written by Sunny_Bunny, is now available.
UPN's 'Amish in the City' to premiere July 28
July 8, 2004
Give Les Moonves, the head of TV networks UPN and CBS, credit -- he's learned through bitter experience that with reality TV, sometimes it's best to avoid the media limelight altogether.
CBS' 'The Amazing Race 5' premiere delivers best ratings since 'The Amazing Race 3' finale
July 8, 2004
Tuesday's season premiere of CBS' The Amazing Race 5 got the series off to a great start, with the first post-victory broadcast of last year's Emmy-award winning reality show winning its time period and drawing the program's best rating performance since the finale of The Amazing Race 3.
'Big Brother 5' premieres strongly, wins timeslot and all key demos
July 8, 2004
The season premiere of CBS' Big Brother 5 got the series off to a strong start on Tuesday, finishing first in its time period in both total viewers and numerous key demographics.
Big Brother 5 - Episode 1 summary
July 8, 2004
"Double, Double, Twists and Trouble," our episode summary for the premiere episode of CBS' Big Brother 5 series, written by Swami, is now available.
The Casino - Episode 4 summary
July 8, 2004
"No Mickey Mouse, We Got Beat by the House," our episode summary for the fourth episode of FOX's The Casino series, written by Bucky Katt, is now available.
'Nashville Star 2' winner Brad Cotter releases debut 'Patient Man' CD
July 8, 2004
The American Idol 3 stars aren't the only ones with new CD releases.
Fantasia Barrino's 'I Believe' and Diana DeGarmo's 'Dreams' both reach Billboard Top 20
July 8, 2004
On the Billboard Hot 100 charts, which evaluate both airplay and sales, the contestants of American Idol 3 have now surpassed the contestants of American Idol 1, although they still lag behind Idol 2.
Fantasia Barrino's 'I Believe' outsells Diana DeGarmo's 'Dreams' to keep #1 spot in U.S.
July 8, 2004
This time, the record buying audience agreed with the American Idol voting audience.
Ruben Studdard's remix single 'What If?' with Kayne West opens to dismal sales
July 8, 2004
We have no idea what the record is for the largest percentage decline in sales between one commercial single and its follow-up in the first week of release -- but whatever it is, American Idol 2 winner Ruben Studdard may have just broken it.
'The Amazing Race 1's Drew and Kevin get their own three-part travel adventure show, premiering July 8
July 8, 2004
Kevin O'Connor and Drew Feinberg, best known from their popular fan-favorite appearance on the first season of CBS' Emmy award-winning reality series The Amazing Race, will star in their own three-part Kevin and Drew Unleashed travel adventure series on the Discovery Channel. Kevin and Drew Unleashed will premiere Thursday, July 8th, from 10-11PM on The Discovery Channel.
For Love Or Money 3 - Finale Episode summary
July 7, 2004
"Mission Predictable," our episode summary for the series finale of NBC's third edition of its For Love Or Money series, written by ballerina_of_doom, is now available.
'Bachelor' Bob Guiney marries actress Rebecca Budig in lakeside wedding ceremony
July 7, 2004
Reality TV World learned yesterday that Bob Guiney, star of ABC's The Bachelor 4, and his fiancee Rebecca Budig, an actress who also hosted repeats and special editions of The Bachelor, were married on July 3rd. An attendee told Reality TV World that the nuptials took place in Hale, Michigan, at his parents' home on Long Lake, at 11:00 AM.
Original 'American Idol' finalist Tamyra Gray joins most 'Idol 3' national tour dates
July 7, 2004
Billboard reports that Tamyra Gray, the fourth-place finisher in American Idol 1, will appear as a "special guest" on most dates of the American Idol 3 national tour, which starts in mid-July and ends in September.
'Real World' finds more trouble, as Philadelphia police investigate bar brawl
July 6, 2004
Once again, MTV's The Real World series has brought legal trouble to its host city.
Reality rivals Rachel Veltri and Andrea Langi to star in NBC's 'For Love Or Money 4'
July 6, 2004
In the finale of NBC's For Love Or Money 3, a strange thing happened: love won out over money. But two of the discarded contestants, who already share a mutual dislike, will get to share a second chance to find love ... or money ... as the stars of NBC's For Love Or Money 4, which will debut on July 12.
Preston Mercer chooses P.J. Spillman over Rachel Veltri (and the money) in 'For Love Or Money 3' finale
July 6, 2004
NBC bachelor Preston Mercer choose "good girl" P.J. Spillman over "bad girl" Rachel Veltri during Monday's series finale of the network's For Love Or Money 3. But in the end, neither Preston or P.J. came out of the show with a single penny, while Rachel received another chance to compete for $1,000,000 in For Love Or Money 4 (premiering next week) -- raising the question as to who really was the winner... the woman who received love... or the woman who received another chance for money?
NBC announces nationwide casting tour for 'The Apprentice 3'
July 6, 2004
NBC and Mark Burnett Productions have announced a nationwide casting tour to recruit candidates for this winter's upcoming The Apprentice 3. Once again slated to feature Donald Trump, the show will premiere in Winter 2005, following the Fall 2004 broadcast of The Apprentice 2.
Next Action Star - Episode 4 summary
July 5, 2004
"Special Ops," our episode summary for the fourth episode of NBC's Next Action Star, written by Skiver, is now available.
Outback Jack - Episode 2 summary
July 5, 2004
"DAWn River," our episode summary for the second episode of TBS' Outback Jack series, written by Estee, is now available.
Who Wants To Marry My Dad 2 - Episode 2 summary
July 5, 2004
"Liar, Liar," our episode summary for the second episode of NBC's second edition of its Who Wants To Marry My Dad? series, written by MTW1961, is now available.
'Big Brother 5' to feature daily web talk show co-hosted by Marcellus Reynolds
July 2, 2004
One of the new features planned for CBS's Big Brother 5 doesn't have anything to do with the game.
Reality TV basher David E. Kelley casts lawyers for NBC legal reality show
July 1, 2004
If you can't beat 'em, join 'em.
Joe Schmo 2 - Episode 3 summary
July 1, 2004
"Furry Sacks and Boxes, Spankings and Shocking Twists," our episode summary for the third episode of Spike TV's second edition of its The Joe Schmo Show, written by woeisme1, is now available.
For Love Or Money 3 - Episode 4 summary
July 1, 2004
"Blind Swap," our episode summary for the fourth episode of NBC's third edition of its For Love Or Money series, written by volsfan, is now available.
The Casino - Episode 3 summary
July 1, 2004
"Young, Blonde and Stupid," or "Who I did on my summer vacation," our episode summary for the third episode of FOX's The Casino series, written by wildchickenhunter, is now available.
'Trading Spaces' host Paige Davis strips for charity, then complains about press
July 1, 2004
Apparently Paige Davis, the host of TLC's Trading Spaces, likes to push the edges of the envelope in her public life.Paris Hilton's father Rick launches gambling reality-competition show '777'
July 1, 2004
Yet another member of the Hilton family is searching for fame on reality TV.
'Idol 3' Fantasia Barrino's 'I Believe' track debuts at #1 on Billboard Hot 100
July 1, 2004
American Idol 3 winner Fantasia (who has officially dropped her last name, Barrino) may have only sold about half the quantity of singles as Idol 2 winner Ruben Studdard did in the official debut week, but she now has accomplished something that Ruben never has: reach #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 singles and tracks chart.
