Reality TV Shows: Pros & Cons

Have you ever thought about starring in a reality T.V. show? There are so many to choose from, but which one would be right for YOU? Lucky for you, I have compiled a short list of the most popular reality T.V. shows with their pros and cons to help you decide which one would fit you best.

The Bachelor/Bachelorette

Pros:

• One of the most watched reality shows so you’d be instantly famous (get ready to be an Instagram influencer) 
• Get to live in the Bachelor mansion in L.A. and hopefully travel the world (if you make it far enough) 
• Get to meet Chris Harrison!!!!
• Lots of alcohol (if you like to drink)
• Maybe you will end up engaged
• Get to know lots of amazing people through Bachelor nation
• Maybe you will get to go on Bachelor in Paradise (Hello, Mexico!)

Cons:

• America and the rest of the world are constantly judging you
• You might get your heart broken
• The producers might manipulate you or show parts of you, you don’t want others to see
• Your privacy is gone 
• No connection to the outside world while on the show
• The producers own your rights for two years after the show ends 
• You have to put your life on hold for an unknown period of time
• You bring your own clothes and makeup so get ready to spend lots of $$

Notes: You have to be at least 21 years old and pass a psychological exam before being accepted.

The Voice

Pros:

• Get to meet the super ultra-famous judges
• If you get past the auditions, you get to be coached by one of those ultra-famous judges
• Not judged for your appearance since the auditions are blind! 
• Lots of cool opportunities in the singing world post show 
• Your coach will push you out of your comfort zone
• Fame!!!

Cons:

• If singing isn’t your forte, this might not be for you
• Might not always get positive feedback (but criticism makes you stronger so it’s okay!)

Survivor

Pros: 

• You get to go to a very pretty tropical island
• You’ll get to meet Jeff Probst
• You have the opportunity to win 1 million dollars
• You learn a lot about yourself
• You get to partake in super fun challenges that push you mentally and physically

Cons: 

• Have to make your own shelter and gather your own food (I hope you enjoy rice)
• You will most likely be backstabbed by your team (blindsiding is the name of the game)
• You might not always like your tribe mates
• No showers (the ocean is very nice though)
• No connection to the outside world while on the show

The Amazing Race

Pros:

• You’ll get to travel the world
• You get to choose your teammate (choose wisely)
• You get to take part in super fun and unique challenges
• Might win cool prizes along the way if you place well

Cons:

• You might end up fighting with your partner a lot
• You will definitely get frustrated a lot 
• You need to read the clues 

Love is Blind

Pros: 

• Fall in love with personality rather than looks
• Instant fame
• Very unique experience not many can say they’ve taken part in
• Might meet your soulmate

Cons:

• Everyone is judging you again
• All your vulnerabilities will be aired on live T.V.
• Might end up heartbroken

America’s Got Talent

Pros:

• Can perform any talent you have (legit anything!)
• Get to meet super cool people along the way with extraordinary talents
• Get to perform for thousands of people live plus the millions watching
• Another million dollars are up for grabs if you win

Cons:

• The judges and America can be harsh
• The buzzer is aggressively loud and scary

Get ready for your auditions and best of luck on the road to fame!