If you didn’t know already, I am a huge fan of reality TV shows. I am not sure how it happened, but it just did. Some of my favorite reality shows right now are Giuliana & Bill, The Bachelor, Project Runway, What Not To Wear, Teen Mom, Little People, Big World, and The Little Couple.
As reality TV is becoming more the norm than the exception, it is interesting to see how being thrust into the spotlight might change that individual(s) that star in these shows. They aren’t exactly celebrities but yet they are. They are expected to sign a contract, have representation, make appearances on behalf of the network that airs their show and anything else that goes along with it. They are subjected to the gossip columns and tabloids (i.e. Jon and Kate Gosselin, the cast from Jersey Shores) which brings their everyday lives under scrutiny especially if there show is a hit amongst its target audience. There is also no guarantee that their show will air or if it does, in the time that it was suppose to. Imagine being faced with a great opportunity but having to put your life on hold or quitting your job to be able to do it. Is it worth it?
I had the opportunity back in August to meet some of the contestants from Season 6 of Project Runway. They were hosting an event at Woodfield Mall (Schaumburg, IL) for aspiring designers to compete for a gift card, which of course would be spent at the mall. The idea was to take the t-shirt that was on the dress form and to create something completely different. Similar to what the designers are challenged with each week on the show. They were given about eight minutes to create their design and then the designers from the show would pick their favorite. During the challenge, the designers would go around and look at the designs as well as interact with the audience.
I was excited to meet the contestants and was able to chat with them for a few minutes. They were super nice and down to earth. Of course they couldn’t tell me anything that happened on the show but I tried my hardest. They were happy to take pictures and sign posters for all those who asked. I didn’t think I ever heard them say no to someone. It was truly a great experience.
Have you ever had the opportunity to meet a celebrity or reality TV star?
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