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Yahoo
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Breaking down rumor Kristi Noem supported a reality TV show where immigrants compete for US citizenship
Following a report (archived) in the British tabloid news outlet the Daily Mail in May 2025, claims circulated (archived) online that Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem was working with a producer on a reality TV show where migrants would compete for U.S. citizenship The Daily Mail's headline read: "ICE Barbie Kristi Noem is backing insane reality TV show where immigrants compete for fast-tracked citizenship." Similarly, one Instagram post said: "No, this isn't 'The Onion.' Dept. of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, aka "ICE Barbie," is reportedly backing a new reality competition show called 'The American,' where immigrants can compete "for the honor of fast-tracking their way to U.S. citizenship." The claim also appeared on X (archived), Facebook (archived), Threads (archived), Bluesky (archived) and TikTok (archived). Snopes readers likewise emailed us to ask if rumors about the alleged show pitch were true. DHS Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin said in an emailed statement that the "show in question" in the Daily Mail's report was "in the very beginning stages" of a DHS vetting process and had not yet received approval. On X (archived), McLaughlin denied that Noem had any knowledge of or involvement with the show, saying "Secretary Noem has not 'backed' or even aware of the pitch of any scripted or reality show." Snopes has not independently reviewed a reported pitch deck detailing the suggested show. We reached out to representatives for TV producer Rob Worsoff, who pitched the show, according to the Daily Mail and other reports on the topic, to confirm whether the pitch and reported details about the show were authentic and to determine whether Noem has had any involvement in it. We await their replies. Worsoff, who has previously worked on other reality TV shows including "Duck Dynasty" and "Dating Naked," reportedly told The Wall Street Journal he had not been in communication with Noem and did not know if she knew about the proposed show. According to the Daily Mail, the proposed show would be called "The American." Contestants would arrive at the historic U.S. entry point of Ellis Island in New York City before traveling across the U.S. competing in state-themed challenges. The final contestant standing would receive U.S. citizenship at Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C. Other contestants could take home "iconically American" prizes such as airline points, gift cards or a lifetime supply of gas. McLaughlin's full statement to Snopes read: The reporting by the Daily Mail is completely false, and an affront to respectable journalism. Secretary Noem has not "backed" or even reviewed the pitch of any scripted or reality show. The Department of Homeland Security receives hundreds of television show pitches a year, ranging from documentaries surrounding ICE and CBP border operation to white collar investigations by HSI. Each proposal undergoes a thorough vetting process prior to denial or approval. If the excuse for a reporter at the Daily Mail had even thought to ask, he would have learned the show in question is in the very beginning stages of that vetting process and has not received approval or denial by staff. However, according to the Daily Mail, the outlet confirmed Noem supports the idea and wants it to go ahead. The publication also reported McLaughlin as saying: "I think it's a good idea." Snopes asked the DHS to confirm this comment and it replied with the above statement. Noem had not publicly commented on reports about "The American" as of this writing. Noem was due to testify before the Senate on May 20, 2025, on her department's fiscal 2026 budget request. It was unclear at whether she would be asked about "The American." Numerous outlets, including the Daily Mail, have nicknamed Noem "ICE Barbie" for her myriad public appearances (archived) (archived) (archived) showcasing her DHS fieldwork. Her apparent willingness to be in the public eye could have encouraged rumors that she supported "The American." Coen, Susie. "Donald Trump's 'ICE Barbie' Is Ruffling Feathers." The Telegraph, 17 Apr. 2025, Cohen, Shawn. "Kristi Noem Wants Migrants to Battle for Citizenship on Reality TV." Mail Online, 15 May 2025, Hackmann, Michelle, et al. "DHS Is Considering Reality Show Where Immigrants Compete for Citizenship." The Wall Street Journal, 16 May 2025, "Now ICE Barbie Wants Her Own Brand New $50M Private Jet." The Daily Beast, 15 May 2025, Ornedo, Julia. "Kristi Noem Wants Migrants to Compete for Citizenship on New Reality Show." Daily Beast, 15 May 2025, "Rob Worsoff | Writer, Producer, Director." IMDb, Accessed 16 May 2025.
Scottish Sun
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Controversial reality show scraps its celebrity spin-off after ‘lack of interest' in major blow
Instead, one familiar face will be appearing on the second civilian series taken off Controversial reality show scraps its celebrity spin-off after 'lack of interest' in major blow Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A CONTROVERSIAL reality show's celebrity spin-off has been AXED after failing to recruit any famous faces. Eye-popping programme Dating Naked UK had hoped to produce a celebrity version with plenty of famous faces poised to strip off on-camera. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 3 Dating Naked UK has scrapped plans for a celebrity spin-off Credit: Nest Productions/Paramount Global 3 Paramount+ won't be proceeding with a celebrity version Credit: Nest Productions/Paramount Global Bosses at MTV and Paramount+ thought getting the stars to get their kit off for the full-frontal programme would be TV gold and a ratings winner but they have since been forced to abandon the plans altogether. It is understood that casting for the Rylan fronted show became very difficult and bombed with lacklustre interest from celebrities wishing to get fully nude on-camera. A source told The Sun: "Dating Naked UK became a great success for Paramount and doing a celeb spin-off was the next natural step. "However, bosses failed to find anywhere near enough celebrities willing to bare all for the daring programme. "They've been forced to scrap plans and abandon ship in a bitter blow. "It's not what they'd hoped for but it seems the stars don't want to be totally exposed!" The Sun has contacted Paramount+ for comment. The show made its debut last year and shocked fans with its full-frontal nudity. A second series is expected to air later this year and although the show failed to recruit enough stars for a fully-fledged celebrity version, a familiar face is among the cast for the upcoming second series. Married At First Sight UK groom Luke Worley looks set to show off in all his glory on the next edition of the show. New reality show Dating Naked sends urgent warning to fans as cast strip totally nude and snog each other Bosses think Luke will be a perfect fit for the show with an insider telling us: "He's happy to strip off and they're certain he'll bring a lot of drama." Luke's signing comes as his hunky co-star Arthur Pombera pulled out of the show after finding love prior to filming. Bosses were over the moon when they persuaded the hunky fitness coach to strip down and take part in the show but when he confirmed he was no longer single, there was no way he could be part of the cast. Filming for the second series of Dating Naked UK will start this summer.
The Irish Sun
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Controversial reality show scraps its celebrity spin-off after ‘lack of interest' in major blow
A CONTROVERSIAL reality show's celebrity spin-off has been AXED after failing to recruit any famous faces. Eye-popping programme Dating Naked UK had hoped to produce a celebrity version with plenty of famous faces poised to strip off on-camera. Advertisement 3 Dating Naked UK has scrapped plans for a celebrity spin-off Credit: Nest Productions/Paramount Global 3 Paramount+ won't be proceeding with a celebrity version Credit: Nest Productions/Paramount Global Bosses at MTV and Paramount+ thought getting the stars to get their kit off for the full-frontal programme would be TV gold and a ratings winner but they have since been forced to abandon the plans altogether. It is understood that casting for the Rylan fronted show became very difficult and bombed with lacklustre interest from celebrities wishing to get fully nude on-camera. A source told The Sun: "Dating Naked UK became a great success for Paramount and doing a celeb spin-off was the next natural step. "However, bosses failed to find anywhere near enough celebrities willing to bare all for the daring programme. Advertisement Read More on Dating Naked "They've been forced to scrap plans and abandon ship in a bitter blow. "It's not what they'd hoped for but it seems the stars don't want to be totally exposed!" The Sun has contacted Paramount+ for comment. The show made its debut last year and shocked fans with its full-frontal nudity. Advertisement Most read in Reality A second series is expected to air later this year and although the show failed to recruit enough stars for a fully-fledged celebrity version, a familiar face is among the cast for the upcoming second series. Married At First Sight UK groom New reality show Dating Naked sends urgent warning to fans as cast strip totally nude and snog each other Bosses think Luke will be a perfect fit for the show with an insider telling us: "He's happy to strip off and they're certain he'll bring a lot of drama." Luke's signing comes as his hunky co-star Arthur Pombera pulled out of the show after finding love prior to filming. Advertisement Bosses were over the moon when they persuaded the hunky fitness coach to strip down and take part in the show but when he confirmed he was no longer single, there was no way he could be part of the cast. Filming for the second series of Dating Naked UK will start this summer . 3 The show sees contestants totally strip off on-camera Credit: Nest Productions/Paramount Global
The Sun
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Controversial reality show scraps its celebrity spin-off after ‘lack of interest' in major blow
A CONTROVERSIAL reality show's celebrity spin-off has been AXED after failing to recruit any famous faces. Eye-popping programme Dating Naked UK had hoped to produce a celebrity version with plenty of famous faces poised to strip off on-camera. 3 3 Bosses at MTV and Paramount+ thought getting the stars to get their kit off for the full-frontal programme would be TV gold and a ratings winner but they have since been forced to abandon the plans altogether. It is understood that casting for the Rylan fronted show became very difficult and bombed with lacklustre interest from celebrities wishing to get fully nude on-camera. A source told The Sun: "Dating Naked UK became a great success for Paramount and doing a celeb spin-off was the next natural step. "However, bosses failed to find anywhere near enough celebrities willing to bare all for the daring programme. "They've been forced to scrap plans and abandon ship in a bitter blow. The Sun has contacted Paramount+ for comment. The show made its debut last year and shocked fans with its full-frontal nudity. A second series is expected to air later this year and although the show failed to recruit enough stars for a fully-fledged celebrity version, a familiar face is among the cast for the upcoming second series. Married At First Sight UK groom Luke Worley looks set to show off in all his glory on the next edition of the show. New reality show Dating Naked sends urgent warning to fans as cast strip totally nude and snog each other Bosses think Luke will be a perfect fit for the show with an insider telling us: "He's happy to strip off and they're certain he'll bring a lot of drama." Luke's signing comes as his hunky co-star Arthur Pombera pulled out of the show after finding love prior to filming. Bosses were over the moon when they persuaded the hunky fitness coach to strip down and take part in the show but when he confirmed he was no longer single, there was no way he could be part of the cast. Filming for the second series of Dating Naked UK will start this summer. 3
Economic Times
17-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
The Immigration Games? DHS weighs wild new reality show concept where migrants compete for US citizenship
The US Department of Homeland Security is considering a reality show concept. In this show, migrants will compete in challenges for a chance to win US citizenship. The show, titled 'The American', involves contestants traveling across the country. They will participate in region-specific cultural tasks. The winner may get sworn in as a citizen at the Capitol. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads The US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is reviewing a pitch for a reality television show in which migrants would compete for US citizenship through televised challenges. According to a Wall Street Journal report, while the proposal has sparked comparisons to dystopian fiction and prompted backlash on social media, DHS officials confirmed that the idea is undergoing a preliminary concept, titled The American, was developed by Canadian-born writer and producer Rob Worsoff, who has worked on shows such as The Millionaire Matchmaker, Dating Naked, and Duck Dynasty. According to The Daily Mail, the proposal outlines a competitive format where 12 pre-vetted immigrants travel across the country, undertaking region-specific cultural challenges in a bid to fast-track their path to show begins on Ellis Island, with contestants arriving on a ship named 'The Citizen Ship.' Each participant would receive a baseball glove from a 'famous, naturalized American,' with names floated including Sofia Vergara, Ryan Reynolds, and Mila Kunis. None of them is formally attached to the there, the contestants would board a train called 'The American' and compete in challenges such as collecting gold in San Francisco, rafting in Colorado, log-balancing in Wisconsin, rocket launching in Florida, clam-digging in Maine, assembling a Model T in Detroit, and delivering mail on horseback in Kansas.'We'll join in the laughter, tears, frustration, and joy — hearing their backstories — as we are reminded how amazing it is to be American,' the pitch states, as quoted by The Daily spokesperson Tricia McLaughlin confirmed to The Daily Beast that the department is reviewing the proposal but rejected claims that DHS Secretary Kristi Noem supports or is even aware of the added that DHS receives hundreds of show pitches annually, ranging from border operation documentaries to white-collar crime programs. 'Each proposal undergoes a thorough vetting process prior to denial or approval. This pitch has not received approval or denial by staff,' she show's finale reportedly involves the winner being sworn in as a US citizen on the steps of the Capitol by 'a top American politician or judge' as the US Air Force Thunderbirds fly overhead. Contestants who lose would receive 'iconically American' prizes such as a million American Airlines points, a $10,000 Starbucks gift card, or a lifetime supply of 76 gasoline—though no companies are currently linked to the Noem's approach at DHS has been marked by an emphasis on publicity, including a $200 million ad campaign urging undocumented immigrants to return home. Her recent visit to a high-security prison in El Salvador, where she posed before inmates wearing a $50,000 Rolex, further drew media attention and has argued in the pitch that the show could attract major sponsorship deals and broad commercial success. However, the project still requires financial backing and a distribution of now, there is no confirmation on whether the show will proceed.
