Every rose has its thorn. Producers on ABC’s “The Bachelor” have admitted to psychologically “wrecking” contestants in order to up the drama factor on the long-running dating reality show. Michael Carroll, a former producer, detailed the alleged abuse in an interview for Vice’s docuseries, “Dark Side of the 2000s,” which airs at 9 p.m.Tuesdays on … Read more
Show them the money! Contestants on “Jeopardy!” appear to have become increasingly irked over the beloved game show’s refusal to pay basic travel expenses, such as airfare and accommodations — leading the fabled franchise to break its silence on the matter. Back in June, former “Jeopardy!” contestant Ben Goldstein sparked a conversation on social media … Read more
“Jeopardy!” fans are fed up that some of the show’s contestants are getting some pretty “easy” questions wrong on the game show. Amid a rash of recent controversies, fans flooded Twitter this week to blast their frustration after contestants Dennis Leung, Kathy Barkey and Ittai Sopher, two-day champion, missed several questions throughout every round of the … Read more
Pat Sajak felt a great disturbance in the Force on a special “Star Wars”-themed “Wheel of Fortune” Tuesday night. Contestants were light-years away from solving a rather self-explanatory puzzle in the category of “fun and games” during the Galactic Celebration episode. Wordsmiths Christopher, Kate and Adura all lacked the wisdom of Master Yoda when it … Read more
Taylor Swift fans are “Masterminds” that even “Jeopardy!” contestants can’t beat. Tuesday night’s “Jeopardy!” episode had a Final Jeopardy question that not a single contestant could get — but that any Swiftie would’ve known immediately. The clue, which was in the “Literary Groups” category, read: “Windermere, Thirlmere & Grasmere are 3 of the sites that … Read more
“Jeopardy!” fans expressed their displeasure with the longtime quiz show after all three contestants lost after providing a correct answer. During the category called “The Quotable Alex” on Monday’s episode, host Mayim Bialik read the following clue: “An author and former prisoner: ‘Socialism of any type and shade leads to a total destruction of the … Read more
St. Olaf would be very disappointed. None of the players on Friday’s episode of “Jeopardy!” correctly answered a $400 clue about late American treasure Betty White in the “Everything’s Coming Up Rose” category. “In 1986 she won an Emmy Award for playing Rose Nylund on ‘The Golden Girls,’” host Mayim Bialik, 47, read the clue. … Read more
Fans of “Jeopardy!” are blasting the show’s “misleading” final clue that left all three contestants stumped. The Final Jeopardy clue for the May 1 episode was in the category “18th Century Literature.” Host Mayim Bialik read the clue: “The first name of this title character is from Hebrew for ‘devoted to God’; his last name … Read more
He was not America’s favorite. Ryan Seacrest was slammed by “American Idol” fans for being a “d–k” to a couple of the show’s competitors during Monday’s episode. Seacrest, 48, was attacked by viewers in a viral Reddit thread after telling contestant Michael Williams that he might be going home following his performance of Selena Gomez’s … Read more
So much for igniting the light and letting it shine. Katy Perry was booed on “American Idol” Monday night for trying to dim a contestant’s sparkle. The 38-year-old “Firework” singer advised “Idol” hopeful Nutsa, 26, to switch up her glimmering silver dress, matching boots and pop diva dance moves for a more stripped-back show after … Read more
Fans are getting tired of Katy Perry being “Hot N Cold” The outspoken “American Idol” judge once again whipped viewers into a social media frenzy during Sunday’s episode, tricking teary-eyed young singers into believing they were eliminated — before revealing they were moving on to the next round. Social media watchdogs are now comparing her … Read more
“Jeopardy!” has been hit with another head-smacking gaffe. During Wednesday evening’s episode, contestant Karen Morris made a bad choice with her bet when it came to the final rounds of the trivia show — and she lost big time. Morris was in the lead with earnings of $21,800, while the other players had scored $7,100 … Read more
Pat Sajak would like to buy an apology. The “Wheel of Fortune” host teased a contestant about her ichthyophobia, or fear of fish, on the show last week — but later apologized for picking on her. The 76-year-old host was bursting with questions after the contestant named Ashley Laumb revealed her phobia. “You don’t like … Read more
She felt the heat. “Wheel of Fortune” fans were astounded by a player’s unfortunate puzzle-solving skills that prevented her from winning life-changing money on Friday’s episode of the long-running game show. Contestant Micki was only three letters away from completing a puzzle in the “Thing” category — and she had already landed on the $1 … Read more
He might be naked and afraid, but at least he has a working penis. The “Naked and Afraid” contestant who burned his penis while filming the upcoming Season 15 premiere of the Discovery+ reality series has an exciting health update. Sam Mouzer revealed that this penis is fully working again, he told TMZ. “My penis, … Read more
Contestants on Netflix’s “Squid Game: The Challenge” have reportedly renamed the competition series the “Rigged Game” as they call filming an “inhumane” experience. Four people claiming to be competing on the upcoming season described themselves to Rolling Stone as TV “extras” in an influencer-heavy game predetermined by producers. The Post contacted Netflix for comment. The … Read more
A “Wheel of Fortune” contestant’s chance at thousands of dollars went down the drain when she couldn’t solve a bonus round puzzle — and flustered host Pat Sajak in the process. The only thing separating contestant Kate from big money on a recent episode of the beloved gameshow was a four-letter word that started with … Read more
Pat Sajak didn’t have the GOAT response to a “Wheel of Fortune” contestant who revealed her lucrative hobby on Monday’s episode of the game show. The 76-year-old host was getting to know the contestants when he arrived at a woman named Laura, whose fun fact was that she makes nearly $92,000 milking her three goats … Read more
What is … an unspoken legacy for this Long Island family? West Islip cousins Dan and Sean McShane have made their clan quite proud as they’ve both competed on “Jeopardy!” — but it’s something they dare not talk about with one another. Dan, 35, reached the show’s “Tournament of Champions” in 2013 — raking in … Read more
“Jeopardy!” fans will get to watch a new competition in 2023 — featuring some familiar faces. The show announced its former “Teen Tournament” contestants will be returning for a “High School Reunion Tournament.” The tournament will reunite 27 former competitors from past “Teen Tournaments” for a new twist on the “National College Championship” format. The … Read more