Reality TelivisionEssay Preview: Reality TelivisionReport this essayWhat is reality television?What is reality television? Reality television is a genre of television programming in which the fortunes of “real life” people (as opposed to actors, or fictional characters) are followed ( http:wikipedia.org/w/wiki.phtml ). How can a viewer trust that the cast are not actors, portraying that the show is unscripted. The suspense of knowing that the cast is not sure what happens next adds to the suspense. Reality television shows captivate its audiences, often making them whish they were there. What would drive people to want to be stranded on an Island with total strangers, or competing for someones hand in marriage of whom the never met? Aside from being adventurous, the cast members may just be in search of their “fifteen minutes” of fame which could include numerous amounts of drama. Many people are driven by drama which makes television such a hit.
The first reality show broadcast was the PBS series An American Family, broadcast in the United States in 1973 in twelve parts ( http:wikipedia.org/w/wiki.phtml ). There were several spin offs in several other countries, all with the same concept, and their share of controversy. Modern example of reality television is MTVs “The Real World” ( http:wikipedia.org/w/wiki.phtml ), one of my personal favorites.
There are a wide range of reality television shows today, instead of back in its early years when its primary focus was family. “Real Worlds” focus is the cohabitation of seven strangers, which could bring plenty of turmoil. “American Idols” focus is finding a new artist for a certain genre, whether it be pop, R&B, country, or neo soul, a fresh face is needed on the scene and they are looking for it. Hidden camera shows such as “Candid Camera” which debuted in 1953, dating shows such as “Love Connection”, and the ever so popular “Price is Right” where prizes range from one dollar to a trip around the world. So no matter ones taste or style there is a reality show to fit just about everybody.
@realDonaldTrump. The Donald’s been doing a few of those over the years. These were done with cameras in hand and the whole process can be done on his website. “On September 6th the Donald J. Trump For America Foundation, an independent nonprofit based in Washington, D.C., will launch a ‘Celebrity Challenge’, a free-for-all set of 24 hours to enter four contests and receive $10,000 in prizes. You can enter the events using any Internet, tablet or mobile device, or by paying $15.50 each way to enter, provided the participants complete these online. “In addition to the real world broadcast, participants will also be able to participate in ‘The Celebrity Challenge,’ a new live event, hosted on live stage by the Donald J. Trump Foundation, hosted on November 14, 2017, that the Donald J. Trump Foundation is dedicated to helping make America more the “One America.” That challenge, announced on November 18, will pit contestants, including an ‘Entertainment Industry Leader,’ a New York City native and former Presidential Candidate for Mayor of New York City, on national television to determine the most-viewed-on-air competition in pop culture history. “You enter three categories: Reality TV, Fashion, Technology, and Advertising. Here you will find the top four categories presented in-depth by ‘The Experts, Inc.’ , the best-selling self-help books written by the stars themselves, award-winning book guides (and an even younger audience than those for the ‘My Choice’ and ‘Budapest’ categories), all-in-one travel guide and guides to meet celebrities such as ‘Hoodie’ Nicki Minaj and ‘Dancing Queen’ Jessica Alba, and interviews with top entertainment leaders from the past. There will also be special guest appearances by the hosts of ‘The Bachelor,’ ‘The View’ and host of ‘The Apprentice,’ who come to your hometown to talk, hear, and celebrate with you and the audience. “We offer a variety of ways you can contribute your money or talents to The Donald’s campaign or program, and you can watch them do an even better job of winning. There will be prizes of up to $50,000, and there will be prizes of up to $100,000. Winners are announced next week. A selection of the best of The Donald’s contestants will also be on their first reality television show, @RealWorldNews, which is featured every Sunday on the ABC News channel’s ‘America’s Most Powerful and Most Influential Network’ .”
@realDonaldTrump. As for his future in comedy, it’s obvious that he was born to play comedy, and it