In the spotlight is the return of “America’s Next Top Model,” a reality show created by Tyra Banks, after two decades. This time, it’s the subject of a new Netflix docuseries called “Reality Check: Inside America’s Next Top Model,” which delves into the show’s controversial legacy of exploitative challenges, racial insensitivity, and body shaming. But “ANTM” isn’t the only focus in the world of documentaries; E! is set to release “Dirty Rotten Scandals,” a series that examines the dark sides of various television programs, including “America’s Next Top Model,” “Dr. Phil,” and “The Price is Right.”
Scheduled to premiere on March 4 on E!, “Dirty Rotten Scandals” will uncover the conflicts and impact hidden behind the scenes of these popular television shows. The docuseries promises to reveal how the promise of televised help may have turned into a platform for profit and exploitation, shedding light on the real human cost of entertainment masquerading as therapy.
Featuring insights from former employees and guests of the shows, including Janice Dickinson and Lisa D’Amato from “ANTM,” viewers can expect firsthand accounts of manipulative production tactics, workplace harassment, legal entanglements, and personal hardships experienced during filming. Additionally, former cast and crew members of “The Price is Right” will speak out about the allegedly hostile work environment experienced during Bob Barker’s 35-year tenure as host.
“Dirty Rotten Scandals” is set to premiere on March 4 at 9 p.m. ET on E!, kicking off with an episode focused on “Dr. Phil.” Subsequent episodes centered on “America’s Next Top Model” and “The Price Is Right” will air on March 11 and March 18, respectively.
If you’re curious to tune in to “Dirty Rotten Scandals,” you can catch it on E! If you don’t have access to traditional cable, live TV streaming services like YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, DIRECTV Stream, FuboTV, and Sling Blue offer options to watch E! network content.
Get ready to immerse yourself in the behind-the-scenes drama and secrets of your favorite reality shows with “Dirty Rotten Scandals.”
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