VH1’s Surprising New Show
Posted by K.C. Morgan Categories: Music, Reality, Cable, Gossip,
Taking a page out of A&E’s book, VH1 has reunited former pop/R&B legends Salt ‘N’ Pepa. The trio (which once included Spinderella) enjoyed mega success with hits like “What a Man,” “Push It,” and “Let’s Talk About Sex.” Then, suddenly, Salt ‘N’ Pepa vanished. In case anyone was wondering what happened to them, now you’ve got the chance.
VH1 is the esteemed power behind such shows as America’s Most Smartest Model, and don’t forget this is the cable network that brought us Flavor Flav. But don’t let that turn you off Salt ‘N’ Pepa, because you probably couldn’t avoid them even if you tried.
In a rare and surprising twist for VH1, actual musical performers (and get this-–music) are being featured on the new reality show. Some of the scenes between these former best friends are surprisingly touching and heartfelt, and viewers get a real sense of how very different these two spicy performers are. Salt is a mother and attends church, regularly performing gospel versions of her former hit songs. Pepa is also a mother but still loves being sexy, throwing herself into each performance with the energy fans once loved.
Haven’t seen the debut episode? Never fear-–VH1 is running it repeatedly, a pleasant change from shows like I Love New York and Rock of Love.
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This Week on TV (10/8-10/14)
Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Comedy, Daytime, Drama, Prime Time, Reality, Talk Shows, ABC, Cable, MTV, NBC, Dancing With The Stars,
MONDAY (10/8)
- The View (ABC, syndicated): Meredith Viera returns to her old-stomping grounds as a guest. I’m sure she prefers it that way.
- Total Request Live (MTV, 3:30pm): Watch the ‘official’ debut of Britney’s new video, or just watch it now.
- Big Bang Theory (CBS, 8:30pm): The reunion of Johnny Galecki and Sara Gilbert happens tonight.
- I Love New York 2 (VH1, 9pm): Season premiere. I’m sorry—what exactly do the winners ‘win’ on this show again?
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TV on DVD: October 2, 2007
Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Comedy, Drama, Prime Time, Reality, Specials, Cable, CBS, HBO, DVD,
Here are some of the TV-on-DVD options you can find on the shelves this Tuesday:
- The War: A Ken Burns Film
- I Love New York (Season 1)
- Jericho (Season 1)
- The Sarah Silverman Program (Season 1)
- Shark (Season 1)
- Criminal Minds (Season 2)
- How I Met Your Mother (Season 2)
- Entourage (Season 3)
Click here to see the Movies-On-DVD options for this week.
Click here to see the new titles released on HD DVD and Blu-Ray.
‘Buffy’ Star On Board For Celebrity Apprentice
Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Prime Time, Reality, NBC, Apprentice, The - Donald, Renewals,
While it’s doubtful a retooling of The Apprentice could bring back Season One ratings, NBC keeps plugging away on next season’s production. As reported, Donald Trump will be pulling a stunt out of the VH1 bag of tricks for his next outing. This time around, the apprentice pool will be comprised of camera-desperate celebrities. (What exactly would they win anyway? The chance to stay for free at his next hotel?)
For Joss Whedon fans, this ratings ploy may give them at least one thing to care about: Charisma Carpenter. According to TV Guide, the Buffy the Vampire Slayer star will be competing to get in Trump’s good graces. Given Donald’s inappropriate tendency to comment on his ‘attractive’ candidates, Carpenter (also a former Playboy subject) could make it far in the competition. But I’m just hoping her inner-Cordelia will surface to kick monster butt the next time he makes a creepy remark about his daughter.
NOTE: Click here to find an update to this story.
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What Went Wrong with Britney’s VMA Performance?
Posted by K.C. Morgan Categories: Award Shows, Music, Reality, Cable, MTV, Talent, Gossip, Rumors,
If you’ve somehow missed the disparaging comments about Britney Spears on stage at the VMAs, you’re a better person than me – because I’ve found it’s totally unavoidable. The first day, the comments centered on Brit’s off-beat performance, her lethargic dance moves, and her completely lackluster stage presence. The second day, the news was filled with remarks about Brit’s body. The songstress has never been afraid to show off what she’s got, but critics are saying the mother of two should be covering it up instead. Video of Brit’s performance is absolutely everywhere for those that missed the MTV broadcast, and for those who just want to have a good laugh a second time around. Several reporters claim to have “the real story” behind the big B-bomb that landed on stage during award night. But does anyone, other than Spears herself, really know what went wrong?
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‘America’s Most Smartest Model’
Posted by Wendy Michaels Categories: Reality, Cable,
Nope, that’s not a typo. I haven’t lost my mind and written “most smartest”... would you believe me if I said that’s the name of a new reality show on VH1? Is there any end to the seemingly stupid reality show concepts that are continually churned out? America’s Most Smartest Model is a beauty contest with a twist—the search for beauty and brains. Now, I’m not a model (nor do I play one on TV), but I’m thinking that the title is sort of a huge generalization about models and their lack of smarts. Certainly there are pretty people who are also intelligent? Well, VH1 will explore this a bit further when the show airs on October 7th at 9:00 pm. And… they’re not just limiting this to the ladies. Seven men and seven women will compete in challenges of intelligence and beauty. So, before you write this one off, consider that the winner takes home $100,000. Also consider that in addition to fashion expert Mary Alice Stephenson hosting, Ben Stein will co-host. The entertainment potential is there folks. Will you tune in to see who is “most smartest”?
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Scott Baio is 45… and Renewed
Posted by Wendy Michaels Categories: Prime Time, Reality, Cable, Renewals,
Have any of you been watching Scott Baio is 45… and Single? Talk about guilty pleasure. Baio, whose career has been in the dumps for quite awhile, has carved himself a nice little comeback with this reality show gem. Alright, maybe “gem” is too generous, but it’s been a fun ride nevertheless. And with the summer winding down, it was a nice little diversion—especially if you grew up loving Chachi. Which I did. Charles in Charge? Not so much… I had moved on from Scott Baio at that point. Anyway, the VH1 series chronicled his two months with a life coach to get him on the marriage track so he doesn’t die a lonely old Casanova. Did it work? As many suspected, Baio was ready to marry his girlfriend by the end of the series, which aired on Sunday… what no one guessed was that his girlfriend would whisper to him that she was pregnant in the final seconds of the finale. Here’s what many did predict—a second season of the popular series that would involve wedding planning (and now, impending daddyhood). And you thought Baio was afraid of getting married? How phobic is he going to be about having a kid? Stay tuned for next season, which begins production in the fall and will air nine episodes. How did the show do with viewers? Seems people (besides me) are still interested in Chachi—it averaged 1.3 million viewers.
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Nick Hogan Out of Hospital
Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Reality, Cable, News,
After being hospitalized for a car accident yesterday, Hulk Hogan‘s son, Nick, has already been discharged. Unfortunately, his friend is reportedly still in critical condition at this time.
The accident investigation is still ongoing so no charges, if any, have yet been filed against Nick. Alcohol has so far been ruled out as a factor.
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Hulk Hogan’s Son In Serious Accident
Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Reality, Cable, News,
Nick Bollea (aka Nick Hogan) was involved a serious car accident Sunday afternoon in Clearwater, Florida. Police report that Nick was driving a Toyota Supra that for some reason lost control and crashed into a median. Both Bollea and a passenger had to be extricated from the damaged vehicle. They were later airlifted to the hospital in ‘extremely serious’ conditions. Although the accident is still being investigated, police say it’s obvious the Supra had been traveling at a high rate of speed. Nick’s father, wrestler Hulk Hogan, was notified of the incident and arrived at the scene.
Nick, Hulk and the rest of the family can still be seen on their VH1 reality show Hogan Knows Best.
You can see the video of the crash scene via the link below:
NOTE: Click here to read an update on Nick’s condition.
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Rock of Love is Aw(ful)esome
Posted by David L. Williams Categories: Music, Cable, Editorial, Features,
As I sit here waiting for the new episode of “Rock of Love” to air, I find myself feeling something I only feel for the rarest of reality shows: sickeningly gleeful anticipation. What is “Rock of Love,” you ask? Take it away VH1.com:
Since 1986 when MTV introduced the world to the blue-eyed lead singer of Poison, women around the world have worshiped Bret Michael’s as a veritable Rock God. Never out of the spotlight, Bret’s career is still rocking with Poison and as a successful solo artist and the women are still lining up in hopes of a lying down with the sexy star. But the demands of life-on-the-road for the ultimate rocker have taken a toll…on his love life.
Twenty lucky ladies will get their chance for an All-Access pass to Bret Michaels’ heart and to share in all his superstar lifestyle. Bret will invite twenty handpicked beautiful women to move into his rock and roll palace in the Hollywood Hills and compete for his heart. They must win over his mind and his body by proving their love for Bret, their passion for rock and their potential to be the perfect “Rock Star Girlfriend.”
The show is a crazy train(wreck) not seen on TV since…well, VH1’s “Flavor of Love.” How, only two episodes in, do I already love the aw(ful)esomeness of this show? Let me count the ways (spoiler alert: there are three ways):
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