Amazing Race 12: The Final Three - Who Will Cross The Finish Line First?
The Emmy winning reality hit show is coming to an end this Sunday as the top three team’s race to the finish line for bragging rights and the cash prize of 1 Million dollars. If you would have asked me in the beginning who I thought would be in the final three of the Amazing Race 12, I definitely would have never guessed these three teams.
Ron and Christina - The father and daughter team, who’s relationship has been rough in the first half of the race. More so for Christina as she took constant abuse from her father Ron, who handles pressure by criticizing her daughter relentlessly and in a condescending matter. Still this duo believes that working out their personal relationship will help them move up the ranks. Unfortunately the same could not be said about Jenn and Nate, who were eliminated in fourth place last week. Christina’s patience of her father and Ron’s willing to try and become a better father, took them to the final three, their efforts in working together as a team has certainly paid off, finishing first place in the last two legs of the race.
Nicolas and Donald - The gramps and grandson, I never thought that these two would make it half way through the race, let alone the final three. Usually whenever there is a team member with a Senior Citizen Discount Card, the chances of going far is slim as each leg of the race is designed to challenge you both mentally and physically. Although Donald may be in good shape for his age, it was obvious that his grandson Nicolas carried a lot on his shoulder. I would also have to say that luck was on their side, despite narrowly escaping elimination many times, this team has pushed through to the final leg of the race.
Rachel and TK - The calm cool and collective team AKA as the ‘hippies’, came back big last week. They were three hours behind the rest of the team when they began the leg of the race. They also had a speed bump to tackle on. Their calm attitude, patience and excellent relationship took them to finish line in the final three, upsetting Jenn and Nate. I have never seen a team on Amazing Race history that handled pressure with such ease and patience. Even the best team looses it, but not TK and Rachel. If to win the Amazing Race requires you to work together, have patience, preserver and stay calm, than this team has it all to finish first this Sunday.
Who will win the Amazing Race 12? The preview from last week shows, one team misreading the clue, while another team breaks down. Who will cross the finish line first? My money goes to Rachel and TK. They are the youngest, fastest and most athletic team out of the three. But who knows, they could be the team that breads down. Tune in this Sunday to find out who will win The Amazing Race.
Survivor 16, Fans vs. Favorites: Micronesia Cast Reveled.
Survivor China just ended a few weeks ago, when Todd was crowned the winner as the sole survivor of the hit running reality tv show. The latest installment of Survivor kicks off on February 7, 2008. The twist in the latest season, are die hard fans of the show vs. favorite past survivor members.
Die Hard Fans:
Michael Bortone, 34. Lost Angeles
Tracy Hughes-Wolf, 43. Virginia
Joel Anderson, 32. Arizona
Kathleen Sleckman, 45. Illinois
Erik Richenback, 22. Michigan
Mary Sartain, 29. California
Chet Welch, 48. Pennsylvania
Natalie Bolton, 32. California
Jason Siska, 22. Illinois
Alexis Jones, 24. Beverly Hills
Favorite Survivor Players:
Cirie Fields, 37. Panama
Jonathan Penner, 45. Cook Islands
Amanda Kimmel, 23. China
James Clement, 30. China
Ozzy Lusth, 26. Cook Islands
Yau-Man Chan, 55. Fiji
Eliza Orlins, 25. Vanuatu
Jon Dalton (Jonny Fairplay), 33. Pearl Islands
Parvati Shallow, 25. Cook Islands
Ami Cusack, 34. Vanuatu
I’m really looking forward to this Survivor. It’s always great to see your favorite players get a second chance at One Million Dollars. I’m also curious to see how the fans change their view on their favorite heroes.
The favorite survivor players have an advantage over the fans, as they’ve done this before. But the fans have the advantage as they’ve seen every single episode of survivor. Will they learn a thing or two from sitting on the couch and yelling at their Television? Who knows? For now I am banking on Yau-Man to win!
Blake Lewis vs. Jordin Sparks
After thousands of auditions, controversial contestants, and surprise results shows, we are now down to the final two. Last night Blake Lewis and Jordin Sparks both from Seattle, went head to head for your approval and votes to become the next American Idol.
It was a classic battle of performer versus the vocalist. Performance definitely goes to Blake Lewis who is a natural at it. His unique and individual style has definitely earned him a spot in the finals. Jordin Sparks the 17 year old shines with personality and a great range of vocal talent that is unmatched by Blake.
Who will win the biggest prize in reality competition and the title of American Idol?
My vote goes to Jordin Sparks. Although Jordin is not as great of a performer as Blake, there is something about the way she sings songs that gives you a rush of emotions. When both Blake and Jordin sang the original song called ‘This is My Now’, which will become the first release single by the winner. Jordin’s version was the one that stood out the most and the crowd appreciated.
As you know, this is American Idol so anything can happen. I wouldn’t be surprised if Blake wins. Either way I know it is cliché, but they are all winners. You look at past contestants who never won the title but are successful today. Chris Doughtrey and Jennifer Hudson are just a few to name.
Watch their performances from last night’s episode. And you decide who do you think should win. Be sure to watch tonight’s results show, which will be jam packed with performances from the Top 12.
Blake and Jordins first performance
Blake Lewis sings ‘You Give Love a Bad Name’
Jordin Sparks sings ‘Fighter’
Blake and Jordins second performance
Blake Lewis sings ‘Will Be Loved’
Jordin Sparks sings ‘Broken Wing’
Blake and Jordin sings an original song called ‘This Is My Now’, which will be the first released song by the winner
Blake’s version of ‘This Is My Now’
Jordin’s version of ‘This Is My Now’
Is Melinda Doolittle Your Next American Idol?
Here are video clips of Melinda’s performances last night. Each contestant performed three songs. The first were the judge’s choice, the second was from the producers and the third one was the contestant’s choice. Is Melinda Doolittle your next American Idol?
1st Song - I Beleive in You and Me
2nd Song - Nut Bush City
3rd Song - I’m a Woman
Is Blake Lewis Your Next American Idol?
Here are video clips of Blake’s performances last night. Each contestant performed three songs. The first were the judge’s choice, the second was from the producers and the third one was the contestant’s choice. Is Blake Lewis your next American Idol?
1st Song - Roxanne
2nd Song - This Love
3rd Song - When I Get U Alone
Is Jordin Sparks Your Next American Idol?
Here are video clips of Jordin’s performances last night. Each contestant performed three songs. The first were the judge’s choice, the second was from the producers and the third one was the contestant’s choice. Is Jordin Sparks your next American Idol?
1st song - Wishing On a Star
2nd song - Works Hard for the Money
3rd song - I Who Have Nothing