Reality Show Audition Website… Pop. Culture. History.

October 21, 2010

From Maryla – There was once a website – independent from any TV networks or show, that let you – audition for reality shows.

Mr. Pop History – Yes, a site called RTVstar was getting a ton of publicity back in 2006. It was created by Brian Ostrovsky, who was supposed to appear on “Apprentice 2″ back then, but – missed it all for personal reasons – so he began this site. The site simplified the tedious reality show application process. Members posted their profiles and personal videos to a database seen by reality show producers.

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From Rob J – Mr. Pop – “The Apprentice” was originally a huge hit for NBC and Donald Trump. Wasn’t there a knock-off show on another network?

December 29, 2009

Mr. Pop History – Isn’t there always? There’s no such thing as a vacuum in TV land. During the first season of “The Apprentice” – rival CBS and fashion guru Tommy Hilfiger got together to hatch, “The Cut.” Why not? The ratings for The Apprentice were high and like Trump, Hilfiger was a celebrity with his own high-profile business. By the time Apprentice season #2 came around – they were ready (that was quick).

Like Trump, Hilfiger hosted this one – which pitted 16 contestants against each other and the winner got to design a line for the Hilfiger label. A blatant rip-off. You gotta love it!
Hilfiger

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