Unconfirmed Reports That Blago Will Be On "The Celebrity Apprentice" - Sitcoms Online Message Boards

JamesG · 10-09-2009, 10:17 PM

Source: Blago to appear on Trump reality TV show
By MIKE ROBINSON, AP Legal Affairs Writer
Fri Oct 9

CHICAGO – Out of work since he was impeached by Illinois lawmakers, Rod Blagojevich is taking his job search to TV's toughest boss — Donald Trump.

The ousted Illinois governor will make an appearance on Trump's "The Celebrity Apprentice" reality television show on NBC, said a person close to Blagojevich's team who was briefed on the plan.

The person, who spoke on condition of anonymity because it hadn't been officially announced, said Blagojevich would be paid for his appearance but the amount was undisclosed.

It was unclear if Blagojevich would compete or just make an appearance on the show.

"NBC doesn't comment on casting until there's an official announcement to be made," NBC spokeswoman Amanda Ruisi said Friday.

Blagojevich spokesman Glenn Selig could not immediately be reached for comment on Friday. Messages were left on his answering machine and e-mail.

Blagojevich currently faces federal corruption charges for allegedly scheming to sell or trade President Barack Obama's former U.S. Senate seat for campaign money or a high-paying job for his wife or himself.

He has pleaded not guilty and says he has done nothing wrong. His trial is due to get under way in Chicago on June 3.

Earlier this year, Blagojevich's wife, Patti, went into the Costa Rican jungle as a contestant on NBC's "I'm a Celebrity ... Get Me Out of Here!"

She lost her chance to win the title "queen of the jungle" when she was tossed after 23 days. She later said she lost 12 pounds.

The ninth season of "The Celebrity Apprentice" is scheduled to air in spring 2010. The network has said production was expected to begin in the fall, when 16 celebrities meet and compete in business-oriented challenges. All but one will eventually hear Trump tell them, "You're fired!"

http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20091009/...VyY2VibGFnb3Q-

ThomasE · 10-10-2009, 12:00 AM

I am working on the show again this year. I don't even know who is going to be on this show yet. LOL.

Tiffster · 10-13-2009, 12:40 PM

I wanna see Khloe Kardashian (again) & I wanna see Shanna Moakler!

Robert 13 · 10-16-2009, 12:17 PM

Confirmed by Cyndi Lauper's management, she is one of the celebrities taking part in Season 3's competition.

The cast includes Cyndi Lauper, Rod Blagojevich, Sharon Osbourne, Bret Michaels, Darryl Strawberry and Sinbad. The Celebrity Apprentice's third season is expected to premiere in January.

Although I've seen reports that it is set to air in the Spring. Not sure which is correct.

HuntingtonM15 · 10-16-2009, 03:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Tiffster

I wanna see Khloe Kardashian (again) & I wanna see Shanna Moakler!

With the way she got kicked off, I don't think Khloe would want any part of the show again. I wouldn't blame her.

LeeBlue · 10-21-2009, 03:18 PM

A publicity photo has been circulated of next season's Celebrities -- apparently someone saw the group posing outside and snapped the photo -- those that I remember are Rod Blagojevich, Sharon Osborne, Cyndi Lauper and Darryl Strawberry.

ThomasE · 10-21-2009, 04:44 PM

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Originally Posted by HuntingtonM15

With the way she got kicked off, I don't think Khloe would want any part of the show again. I wouldn't blame her.

I was driving the Mercedes that she was in when doing the exit interview. I felt so bad for her. She was really sweet and nice to me although she was seriously in tears.

ThomasE · 10-21-2009, 04:47 PM

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Originally Posted by LeeBlue

A publicity photo has been circulated of next season's Celebrities -- apparently someone saw the group posing outside and snapped the photo -- those that I remember are Rod Blagojevich, Sharon Osborne, Cyndi Lauper and Darryl Strawberry.

I have enjoyed working on set so far this season. It has been a fun time despite the 12 hour days. The celebrities have been pretty decent too.

10-09-2009, 10:17 PM	#1
JamesG Freakshow Moderator Forum Icon Join Date: Feb 01, 2008 Location: Brooklyn, NY Posts: 57,136	Unconfirmed Reports That Blago Will Be On "The Celebrity Apprentice" Source: Blago to appear on Trump reality TV show By MIKE ROBINSON, AP Legal Affairs Writer Fri Oct 9 CHICAGO – Out of work since he was impeached by Illinois lawmakers, Rod Blagojevich is taking his job search to TV's toughest boss — Donald Trump. The ousted Illinois governor will make an appearance on Trump's "The Celebrity Apprentice" reality television show on NBC, said a person close to Blagojevich's team who was briefed on the plan. The person, who spoke on condition of anonymity because it hadn't been officially announced, said Blagojevich would be paid for his appearance but the amount was undisclosed. It was unclear if Blagojevich would compete or just make an appearance on the show. "NBC doesn't comment on casting until there's an official announcement to be made," NBC spokeswoman Amanda Ruisi said Friday. Blagojevich spokesman Glenn Selig could not immediately be reached for comment on Friday. Messages were left on his answering machine and e-mail. Blagojevich currently faces federal corruption charges for allegedly scheming to sell or trade President Barack Obama's former U.S. Senate seat for campaign money or a high-paying job for his wife or himself. He has pleaded not guilty and says he has done nothing wrong. His trial is due to get under way in Chicago on June 3. Earlier this year, Blagojevich's wife, Patti, went into the Costa Rican jungle as a contestant on NBC's "I'm a Celebrity ... Get Me Out of Here!" She lost her chance to win the title "queen of the jungle" when she was tossed after 23 days. She later said she lost 12 pounds. The ninth season of "The Celebrity Apprentice" is scheduled to air in spring 2010. The network has said production was expected to begin in the fall, when 16 celebrities meet and compete in business-oriented challenges. All but one will eventually hear Trump tell them, "You're fired!" http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20091009/...VyY2VibGFnb3Q-

10-10-2009, 12:00 AM	#2
ThomasE Member Moderator Forum Fanatic Join Date: Apr 04, 2000 Location: New York, New York, U.S.A. Posts: 10,857	I am working on the show again this year. I don't even know who is going to be on this show yet. LOL.
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10-16-2009, 12:17 PM	#4
Robert 13 Member Senior Member Join Date: May 10, 2006 Location: Boston, MA Posts: 1,521	Confirmed by Cyndi Lauper's management, she is one of the celebrities taking part in Season 3's competition. The cast includes Cyndi Lauper, Rod Blagojevich, Sharon Osbourne, Bret Michaels, Darryl Strawberry and Sinbad. The Celebrity Apprentice's third season is expected to premiere in January. Although I've seen reports that it is set to air in the Spring. Not sure which is correct.
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10-21-2009, 03:18 PM	#6
LeeBlue Member Forum Regular Join Date: Nov 16, 2006 Location: NYS Posts: 871	Unconfirmed Reports That Blago Will Be On "The Celebrity Apprentice" A publicity photo has been circulated of next season's Celebrities -- apparently someone saw the group posing outside and snapped the photo -- those that I remember are Rod Blagojevich, Sharon Osborne, Cyndi Lauper and Darryl Strawberry.

10-13-2009, 12:40 PM	#3
Tiffster Member Frequent Poster Join Date: Jan 30, 2007 Location: Northern CA Posts: 201	I wanna see Khloe Kardashian (again) & I wanna see Shanna Moakler!