May 25, 2008
Previously on Viva Hollywood, the contestants were tasked to create print ads for various products with objects from La Casa. Daisy Fuentes dropped by to teach the cast about the sin of seduction and how to make themselves into a brand that people want to watch. In the end, Roseny Carrero was sent home.
Another twist is about to unfold tonight as celebrity blogger Perez Hilton guest stars to surprise the remaining four contestants. Read on to find out what's in store for tonight's episode.
May 18, 2008
Viva Hollywood is making quite an impression as the first Latin-themed show on music channel VH1. While some consider the show as racy with lots of bare-chested hunks and bikini-clad women, others deem the show as deliciously over-the-top. The show, which follows Latino hopefuls as they attempt to win a contract with the biggest telenovela production company in the United States, presently stands out because it reflects an increasingly culturally diverse American mainstream and manages to attract viewers who aren't Latin, as well as those who aren't really into soaps.
May 11, 2008
Last week on Viva Hollywood, the remaining contestants had to do a “crying game” in which they must burst into tears with a sad personal tale in a span of three minutes. The winner, Silvia, opted to trade in her partner, Geovannie, with Berto. To help the contestants come in touch with their feelings, the group went to an institute where they were hypnotized to experience past life regressions. In the challenge, the group pretended to be victims of ridiculous problems and appear on a talk show with journalist, Maria Celeste, who invites them to share their sob story on the couch, Oprah-style. Jenn and Giovannie won the challenge, and in the end, Vinci was eliminated.
Read on to find out what's in store for tonight's episode of Viva Hollywood.
May 4, 2008
Viva Hollywood hasn't finished airing its pilot run yet but contestant Berto Colon has already landed roles in three upcoming films, including Doorman, Capers and Fighting, and has acquired parts on several daytime soaps. Nevertheless, he still can't say whether he won or not.
What Colon can confirm is that he learned so much from the VH1 competitive reality series. Beyond all the drama that went on in the house, Colon explains that the acting portion of the program was good.
April 27, 2008
Last week on Viva Hollywood, the 11 contestants were taught about the art of romantic lovemaking for the camera. Berto Colon emerged as the challenge winner, while Alexcy Aranguren ended up going home.
Tonight, the search for the next best soap opera star continues as the 10 remaining hopefuls are given “ugly makeovers.” Read on for a preview.
April 20, 2008
In the premiere episode of Viva Hollywood, 12 aspiring Latino actors were placed in a house called the Casa de Locos and were forced to compete in a series of challenges
for the coveted title and a Hollywood prize package that includes a contract with Telemundo, the biggest telenovela production company in the United States. They were paired off and each got different scenes. Overall, Roseny Carrero was considered the best so she received immunity, a free makeover and even had a chance to meet a famous Latin actor. Janet Michel , on the other hand, didn't do so well so she was put into the duel. The rest of the contestants decided to put up Jainmy Martinez against Janet and in the end, Jainmy was sent home.
April 14, 2008
Without sounding too dramatic, the greatest reality show in the history of television premiered tonight as VH1 launched Viva Hollywood, the search for the next great telenovela star. On a camp level, the Latino culture is miles ahead of America in terms of soaps. Spanish-language soap operas, or telenovelas, or cattier, more over-the-top, and just plain more fun than their American counterparts.
In that tradition, Viva Hollywood succeeds as pure entertainment. Twelve aspiring actors are placed in a house, called the Casa de Locos, and forced to compete in a series of challenges designed to test their ability to thrive in the passionate, sinful world of telenovelas.
April 10, 2008
As if VH1 hadn't made an impact on our reality TV viewing pleasure, they recently came up with another diversified reality competition titled Viva Hollywood. This brand new spanking series puts the spotlight on a sizzling hot group of aspiring Latino actors who dream big and believe that they have what it takes to become the next big telenovela star.
Read on to meet the 12 lucky contenders who are now a step closer to winning the coveted prize of a contract with Telemundo, the largest selling telenovela production company in America.