Thursday, April 1, 2010

Sarah Palin: Reality show picked up by Discovery

Sarah Palin and producer Mark Burnett have been purchasing for buyers for a Sarah Palin reality show, and Discovery network has taken out low interest loans to be the highest bidder. While representatives of Discovery have yet to comment, numerous news sources have reported that Sarah Palin’s reality show could be an “Alaskan Travelogue”. Before purchasing Sarah Palin’s reality show, Discovery’s most costly show had been their $25 million “Earth” series.

The Sarah Palin reality show

Sarah Palin is a figure that draws controversy at all sides, so her reality show is certain to bring viewers to Discovery. Reportedly, the reality show on Discovery networks will draw over $1 million per episode for Sarah Palin and her family. Other than one cameo in a Discovery show on the Iditarod, this will be Sarah Palin’s first reality show. The release date and name of the Sarah Palin reality show have not yet been announced. According to lots of of the reports, the Sarah Palin / Alaska reality show “will center on interesting characters, traditions and attractions within the 49th state – with the ex-VP candidate as a guide”.

Sarah Palin and reality TV

Sarah Palin’s relationship with the media has not always been a pleasant one. Sarah Palin called the media “intrusive” and “difficult to handle” in her best-selling book “Going Rogue”. Sarah has always been protective of her family, and in previous interviews she has said she did not want a reality show, and instead wanted the media to “leave them alone”. This is not to say that Sarah Palin has shied away from all media attention – she is now a commentator on FOX news and has done hundreds of media interviews. Since she was announced as McCain’s Vice-Presidential candidate, Sarah Palin has certainly gotten guaranteed payday loans from her celebrity.

Sources:

People Magazine

AFP News

NPR News



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