I’m definitely a huge fan of the comedic stylings of a Donald Trump ego trip. But whereas most people aim to keep their kids, particularly the little ones, out of the public eye, last night Trump proved just how shameless he can be by trotting three (or four) year-old Barron out onto center stage during the task assignment of The Celebrity Apprentice. And boy did his wife look pissed. Unfortunately for her, I doubt Melania can claim that she didn’t know what she was getting into.
And we were sure prepared for last night’s team realignment. Does it say something positive or negative about Curtis and Bret that Trump didn’t just add a player to their team? He either felt that they were each so strong that keeping them together was unfair, or he felt that they were the weakest links, and separated them to give their teams half a chance.
Either way, I wasn’t sure which team to root for. I’m a big Curtis fan, and am somewhat indifferent to the unknown Summer (one of the better character opinions I have), but Cyndi is painful to listen to, and “Selita” is the worst thing to happen to this show since Mama and Baby Rivers.
On the other hand, I like Bret (a bit too crass at times, but he’s blown me away overall), I find Sharon almost as irritating as Cyndi, and I rate Maria neither here no there — unlike with Summer, that’s due to equal amounts positive and negative feelings, not ambiguity. So who was I to root for?
In the end the teams made that decision for me. Or not. While I was totally turned off by the theme of RockSolid’s workout, I couldn’t stand listening to “Selita” talk. I was rooting for Tenacity to win the $24,000 prize from 24 Hour Fitness, but RockSolid to take home the task. Oops.
I loved that this was a fundraising event again, but that was what provided “Selita” (not to mention other project manager Sharon) with the opportunity to irk me so much. Even so, that’s what this show is all about. It shouldn’t be just watching a bunch of “celebrities” try and create an advertorial; it should be about them shamelessly trying to raise money from their friends. And this season has succeeded more than any other in spotlighting their charities. I think in the past there was a lot of talk about raising money, but not necessarily with focus on the purpose. That has definitely changed this year. Although, “Selita,” your teammates didn’t do this for you. Stop making it all about yourself.
But overall I was extremely pleased with this episode. I really enjoyed it, I loved that almost all of it was about the task, and I had the opportunity to pick up plenty of juicy tidbits to discuss with you. Other than the results having come in differently, what could be better than that after a night with Donald Trump?
Other fun stuff:
This is not meant as a put down, but I think that’s how she always looks.
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Remember that task a few years back, where the prize was to hang out with Melania for the day? I feel like she was all smiles and bumpy English then….
You could totally be right, I just thought she looked like she’d hit that point in life with Trump where you just give up hope. :)
the thing that really struck me was Ivanka…she looked like a robot, creepily turning her head 360 degrees and looking at Daddy Donald, as she agreed with everything he said in a monotone voice…really creepy lol ps. I hope Bret pulls through.
Uh… Bret Michaels in critical condition, hospitalized.
Just sayin…
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Yes, and kudos to NBC for sending him their wishes at the end of the episode. I’m just not a personal life commenter, though. Not that there’s anything wrong with it, I just don’t usually do it. But I do wish him the best.
Why are you calling Holly “Selita”???
And I thought the exact same thing about Melania! She did not want to be there.
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It goes back to the Right Guard task, when Holly tanked as project manager but Selita was fired for “lacking fire.” I said at the time that in my childish, meaningless protest way, I was going to refer to Holly as “Selita” (with quotes) because Selita should still be there, not Holly.
Maybe it’s just me, but I found NBC’s voice over about Bret, while showing him with baggage and getting on a plane to subliminally suggest his death. Bad taste!
I must admit … I was guffawing at Cyndi’s ‘Bobby Kennedy’ notation.
Before it was announced, I kept mentioning to my wife: “Trump’s gonna let everyone skate this episode. Watch!” Add to that the fact The Donald was rather annoying this episode and there you go.