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Alison Sweeney Recalls This ‘Horrible' Part of Hosting ‘The Biggest Loser'
The Biggest Loser is getting the documentary treatment with Fit for TV: The Reality of The Biggest Loser. Over the course of three episodes, those closely involved with the NBC competition series reveal behind-the-scenes secrets and the show's most controversial aspects. Alison Sweeney began hosting The Biggest Loser in Season 4, taking over for Caroline Rhea. 'As host of the show, it was my job to be there for the contestants and encourage them to talk about some of the harder things that are embarrassing and hard to talk about,' Sweeney said in the documentary. The show chronicled the journey of overweight contestants as they competed to lose weight and win a cash prize. The Biggest Loser faced loads of criticism for its approach to weight loss. One of the most shocking components of the show was the temptation challenges, where contestants faced off to see who could eat the most calories in five minutes. Whichever participant won would receive a prize, which could include an extra training session before a weigh-in or an opportunity to see their family. 'The temptation challenges were the hardest part of the show for me,' the Days of Our Lives star admitted. 'It was horrible.' Trainer Bob Harper called the temptation challenges 'so dumb' and placed blame on cocreator Dave Broome and executive producer J.D. Roth for allowing those types of challenges to see the light of day. In Episode 3, the documentary touched on the Season 15 controversy where trainer Jillian Michaels gave her team caffeine pills in order to have an advantage at the weigh-in. Once the show discovered Michaels had violated the show's rules, Sweeney confronted the trainer in an episode. When Sweeney watched the moment back, she said it was 'terrifying' to revisit. The host was shocked that she had to be the one to address Michaels and give her team a four-pound disadvantage. (Michaels did not participate in the documentary.) , Streaming Now, Netflix Solve the daily Crossword
Perth Now
30-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Sabrina the Teenage Witch star Caroline Rhea addresses 'weird' exit from signature role
Caroline Rhea finds it "weird" that she left 'Sabrina, The Teenage Witch' before it ended. The 61-year-old comedienne starred as Aunt Hilda on the hit 1990s sitcom alongside Melissa Joan Hart, and quit at the end of the show's penultimate season so she could take over Rosie O'Donnell's talk show slot, but still to this day finds it odd that she is not in the final batch of episodes. She told UsWeekly: "That was when I went to do my talk show. So I know it was weird. And sometimes when I watch season seven, I'm like, 'Well, this is very weird that we're not there.' It's so messed up because my [whole stand-up routine] is called 'I Identify as a witch!' "I genuinely think Melissa's my niece. I think Beth [Brodcerick] is my sister. I think the cat [Salem actually] talks!" The former 'Funny You Should Ask' star helmed her talk show for just one season before Ellen DeGeneres took on the slot for 19 years and ultimately passed it on to Sherri Shepherd 2022. Caroline - who returned to her role as Aunt Hilda in the series finale of the magical sitcom - then went on to voice the character of matriarch Linda Flynn-Fletcher on the Disney Channel series 'Phineas and Ferb' and feels "very lucky" to have been on two hit shows as the cartoon returns to screens after more than a decade away. She said: "It feels like the biggest blessing. I get greeted with so much kindness in the world because I was very lucky to be on shows that evoke happiness and innocence. 'It was a very innocent time for both of them. And then I get to be, like, a mother figure. "It's always cheeky and clever. can watch those episodes 10 times and get 10 different jokes. Visually it's funny, the writing is so funny. [And] I love the characters. "[Returning has felt] so different as an actress because 16 years ago I didn't know how to relate to [Ashley Tisdale] as my child. And I love Ashley. I've known her since she was 18. So now it's more fun for me. I just substitute in my own daughter [for Candace]. It's so crazy. They're both 16!"
Toronto Star
10-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Toronto Star
French indie-pop duo, Newfoundland rockers and comedy stars highlight our Departure Festival picks
MUSIC Lee's Palace 529 Bloor St. W. Noeline Hofmann (Sat., 7 p.m.) The 20-year-old Hofmann, hailing from southern Alberta, brings her plains-inspired country and Americana to the Bloor Street staple. Sully Burrows and Noah Derksen round out the bill. Papooz (Sun., 7 p.m.) French indie-pop duo Papooz, of 'Ann Wants to Dance' fame, who have been likened to fellow countrymen Tahiti 80 and Phoenix, stop over on their Resonate tour. British singer-songwriter Cornelia Murr opens. Rivoli 332 Queen St. W. Showcase (Sat., 7:30 p.m.) Five new Canadian artists — Pacific Estate, Fionn, Jenny Palacios, the Flamingos Pink and Dopamine Dream — take over the revered Queen West spot. ARTICLE CONTINUES BELOW Horseshoe Tavern 370 Queen St. W. Nick Earle & the Reckless Hearts (Sat., 8 p.m.) The Newfoundland band headlines a night of rock, featuring Propter Hawk, Tomboy and Richard Tichelman. The Garrison 1197 Dundas St. W. Pan Arcadia and Cab Ellis (Sun., 6:30 p.m.) Anthemic New York rockers Pan Arcadia share a bill with jazz-fueled New Yorkers Cab Ellis, fronted by Connor Abeles. Caroline Rhea, here attending the Los Angeles premiere of the Hulu series 'Mid-Century Modern,' performs at the Comedy Bar on Queen Elizabeth Theatre 190 Princes' Blvd. Pete Holmes (Sat., 7 p.m.) The creator and star of the HBO series 'Crashing' and the host of the 'You Made It Weird' podcast and author of 'Comedy Sex God' — all one person — performs standup. Comedy Bar 2800 Danforth Ave. Caroline Rhea (Sun. 7 p.m. and 9 p.m.) The veteran standup, talk show host and actress ('Sabrina the Teenage Witch') headlines the east-end comedy hot spot.
Yahoo
31-01-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Be a Tourist: Events around town January 31-February 2
Looking for some fun things to do this weekend? Look no further than right here in Erie. Here is a list of some great activities that are taking place this weekend! The Automobile Association of Erie County presents the Erie Auto Show at the Bayfront Convention Center from Friday, January 31 to Sunday, February 2. With over 21 featured dealerships, this is a great opportunity to get behind the wheel of a new car, as well as view the annual display of antique and muscle cars! Purchase tickets here. Come join the World Championship ICE Racing Series at the Erie Insurance Arena on Friday, January 31st at 7pm. Featuring the biggest names in professional motorcycle ice racing. Find additional information and purchase tickets here. Caroline Rhea is a stand-up comedian and actress, best known for her role as Hilda Spellman on the ABC hit series Sabrina the Teenage Witch, and numerous comedy specials on Comedy Central, HBO and Showtime. For more event details click here. Winner of the 2009 Tony Award for Best Play, God of Carnage relates an evening in the lives of two couples, residents of a tony Brooklyn neighborhood, who meet to discuss a playground incident. Additional event details are available by clicking here. Waitress features memorable music and lyrics by GRAMMY Award winner Sara Bareilles, and stars The Rooftop Project Band front-woman Rebecca Keim in her Playhouse debut as Jenna, a waitress and expert pie-maker, dreams of a happier life alongside thoughts of her mother – played by Keim's mother Julie Moore – while relying on the help of her fellow waitresses (Lizdel Collado-Monahan and Shawna Daisley) and a bright and delicious cast of characters. To see show times and purchase tickets click here. Join Poverty Knob in celebrating Tater & Spud's second Groundhog's Winter Festival! Groundhogs are a huge part of the state's history as well as Poverty Knob's farm and brewery. Come out to Port Farms & Poverty Knob on February 1st & 2nd for fun winter and groundhog themed activities! Admission and most activities are FREE! For additional even information click here. Samples of the area's best chili recipes, vote for your favorite dish, DJ Mark playing your favorite hits, a $500 Grand Prize for the Best Overall Winning Recipe. Click here for additional event details. Presque Isle's winter celebration is under a new name, Winter Discovery Day! This family friendly event highlights winter activities in the park and will include sled dog demonstrations, fishing, a craft cabin, hot cocoa station, horse drawn wagon rides and more. Click here for more information. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
