Latoya's Reality TV Blog March 2005 Archive

WEEKLY POLL: Who Should Win American Idol?
Jessica Sierra was voted off American Idol Wednesday night. I definitely didn't see that one coming. But at this point in the competition, we're going to see some talented singers ... Read More

Thursday March 31, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)

Interview With Starting Over's Denise
For anyone who has ever posted anything mean about Starting Over's fiery redhead Denise on the show's official message boards (you know who you are), she asked me to pass ... Read More

Wednesday March 30, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)

Omarosa, Bronson Pinchot Among Next Surreal Life Housemates
Just when I thought I'd never have to write about Omorosa again, (sigh) she's back! The Apprentice villian will star on the The Surreal Life 5, E! reports. ... Read More

Tuesday March 29, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)

Venus and Serena Williams Get Their Own Reality Show
Tennis sisters Venus and Serena Williams have signed up for a summer reality TV show on ABC Family. In a press release, Serena said "the series will provide our fans ... Read More

Tuesday March 29, 2005 | permalink | comments (1)

Reality TV Is In The Doghouse!
As if last year's "Showbiz Moms & Dads" wasn't disturbing enough, Bravo is now bringing us "Showdog Moms & Dads." The series features families who obsess over their dogs and ... Read More

Tuesday March 29, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)

Bachelor Charlie O'Connell Shows Off Acting Skills On His Brother's Show
If you're a Bachelor fan, you've probably heard by now that new Bachelor Charlie O'Connell is an actor and his brother is Hollywood star Jerry O'Connell. Well Sunday night, you'll ... Read More

Sunday March 27, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)

Checking In With Peter Manfredo
Viewers fell in love with boxer Peter Manfredo after watching only one episode of The Contender. And we were all bummed out when he was eliminated from the show ... Read More

Friday March 25, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)

This Week's Reality TV Eliminations
It's a sad day for Mikalah Gordon fans. The 17-year-old singer with the big personality was voted off American Idol Thursday night. Idol just won't be the same without ... Read More

Friday March 25, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)

Brandy Talks: Top Model Contestant Answers Our Questions
Watching America's Next Top Model 4, I couldn't help but think that Brandy -- a 20-year-old cosmetology student from Houston, Texas -- was the contestant with the biggest attitude problem. ... Read More

Thursday March 24, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)

Exclusive: Contender Boxers Ishe Smith, Peter Manfredo, and Ahmed Kaddour Talk About Najai Turpin's Death
Over the next few days, I will be bringing you highlights of my interviews with some of the Contender boxers. You'll get to hear from Peter Manfredo about his unexpected ... Read More

Thursday March 24, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)

American Idol Re-vote Planned After Wrong Numbers Displayed
The American Idol contestants had great performances Tuesday night -- and we'll have to watch them all over again Wednesday night. The following announcement was released by Fox: "Due ... Read More

Wednesday March 23, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)

Charlie's Angels: Meet the New Bachelor's Lovely Ladies
ABC has revealed the identities of the bachelorettes who will be competing to become Charlie O'Connell's bride on the new season of "The Bachelor." The women range from a ... Read More

Tuesday March 22, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)

Goodbye to the Osbournes
The last episode of The Osbournes aired Monday night on MTV. It's funny that the show that once caused such a stir went away so quietly. When I watched ... Read More

Tuesday March 22, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)

Is Oprah Planning A Reality Show?
There's a story published on at least two popular entertainment websites claiming that Oprah Winfrey will star in a reality series that will take her from the high life of ... Read More

Monday March 21, 2005 | permalink | comments (1)

Reality Show of the Day: Fabio's "Mr. Romance"
A few reasons why Mr. Romance is the Reality TV Show of the Day: Believe it or not, Fabio is considered to be the wise mentor on this show! The series was ... Read More

Monday March 21, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)

In Memory of a Contender
Sunday night's episode of "The Contender" honored the life of boxer Najai Turpin. Turpin took his own life on February 14th. He was only 23 years old. Najai's personal problems ... Read More

Sunday March 20, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)

This Week's Reality TV Eliminations
Who was eliminated from your favorite reality TV shows this week? Check out this week's Goodbye Gallery to find out who said farewell on The Contender, Nashville Star, The Amazing ... Read More

Friday March 18, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)

Interview With Eliminated America's Next Top Model 4 Contestant Sarah
She was eliminated from "America's Next Top Model 4" on Wednesday night's episode, partly because Tyra Banks didn't think she exuded enough confidence. Now Sarah, a 22-year-old waitress from Baltimore, ... Read More

Thursday March 17, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)

Lindsey Cardinale Voted Off American Idol
Mikalah Gordon should be thanking her lucky stars right now. Her dreams of winning American Idol so she can buy her mom breast implants (remember that?) were almost crushed ... Read More

Thursday March 17, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)

UPDATE: Mario Vazquez's "Why I Left Idol" Publicity Tour
Since abruptly quitting American Idol on Saturday, claiming the show "wouldn't have worked out schedule-wise," Mario Vazquez has found plenty of time to appear on TV shows ranging from ... Read More

Wednesday March 16, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)

Mario Vazquez Quits "Idol," Nikko is Back
In a move that shocked just about everyone, Bronx singer Mario Vazquez quit American Idol on Sunday. Vasquez, who was considered a favorite to win the competition, told TV ... Read More

Monday March 14, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)

Getting to Know The New Bachelor, Charlie O'Connell
People can't stop buzzing about the latest Bachelor, actor Charlie O'Connell. We've got to hand it to ABC for choosing a hottie this season. But would this self-described fun loving ... Read More

Sunday March 13, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)

American Idol Top 12 Revealed
Janay Castille, Travis Tucker, Amanda Avilla, and Nikko Smith were eliminated from the American Idol competition on Wednesday night. Now only 12 lucky finalists remain. Check out our photo gallery ... Read More

Thursday March 10, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)

Reality TV Rumor Mill: What's Fact and What's Fiction?
It's time to separate fact from fiction. The latest questions from the Reality TV Rumor Mill are answered here: Did Strange Love star Brigitte Nielsen really marry her fiance Mattia? ... Read More

Wednesday March 9, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)

Jessica Simpson vs. Paris Hilton
In Touch Weekly reports that Paris Hilton has a grudge against fellow reality TV starlet Jessica Simpson. According the the magazine, Paris dated Jessica's hubby Nick Lachey several years ago. ... Read More

Tuesday March 8, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)

It's All About The Contender
NBC hopes to knock out the competition with the debut of "The Contender" Monday night. Before you watch: Get the facts about the show. Meet the 16 boxers competing to win. Read ... Read More

Monday March 7, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)

From Latoya's Inbox: An Email From Big Brother 3's Gerry
On Sunday, I received an email from a reader who identified himself as Gerry Lancaster from Big Brother 3. He wrote: "Latoya, I came across your web site and was ... Read More

Monday March 7, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)

Interview With TLC Star Genevieve Gorder
Genevieve Gorder rose to fame as the out-of-the-box thinking designer on TLC’s "Trading Spaces." Now, Gorder is branching out with the new TLC series "Town Haul." Instead of making over ... Read More

Friday March 4, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)

"Starting Over" Nominated for an Emmy
TV's first reality-based "soap opera" has been nominated for a Daytime Emmy. "Starting Over," which scored its best ratings ever recently, was nominated in the Outstanding Special Class Series category ... Read More

Thursday March 3, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)

Goodbye, Aloha!
Four people were eliminated from American Idol last night and, to tell you the truth, I have already forgotten their names -- except for Aloha Mischeaux, that is. I really ... Read More

Thursday March 3, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)

Charlie O'Connell is The New Bachelor
ABC has confirmed that D-list actor Charlie O'Connell is the next Bachelor. Charlie, who is the younger brother of more recognized actor Jerry O'Connell, has appeared in films such as ... Read More

Wednesday March 2, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)

LeAnn Rimes Says Nashville Stars Are Better Than American Idols
In the latest issue of Entertainment Weekly, country superstar and "Nashville Star" host LeAnn Rimes weighs in on who is more talented -- Nashville Stars or American Idols. "I think ... Read More

Wednesday March 2, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)

UPDATE: The Bachelorette Says No To Proposal
People magazine was right when they reported that Bachelorette Jen Schefft did not find love with either Jerry Ferris or John Paul Merrit (See below). Jen turned down John ... Read More

Tuesday March 1, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)