Ring around the World

While surfing the internet for documentaries or a good online movie I came across a website called FANCAST which featured some good movies and TV Shows. But boy was I surprised when I came across:

Now those of you who have had the opportunity to see any of my RATW videos you will know that I am a BIG Wrestling fan and current shareholder in the WWE. I remember reading somewhere about this possibly being on the air but never really paid attention to it. And with all the reality shows on TV do we need another one? Especially one from a former wrestler (just for the sake of a good arguement) who seems to have not let go of his yesteryear in wrestling and by many accounts doesn’t want to let go.

A wrestler who’s whole family is by many accounts needs him more than he needs show business. I can kinda remembered the last time I saw Hogan in the ring. He was moving a lot slower (not that he was ever fast or anything) and in many ways messed the match up more than anything. I was in some small way hoping he would just disappear for a while. He could take lessons from Mick Foley. At least when Foley shows up he is missed and people are happy to see him. Hogan on the other hand has…a daughter (who is very HOTT) but can’t sing in the business and in front of the camera, an ex-wife going through the ultimate mid-life crisis by robbing the cradle (personally I think she needs to hook up with a well hung brother 1 TIME…she will be just fine after that), and a son who has basically used his father’s name and fame to get away with murder and numerous other things (that would have probably gotten me locked up) all in front of the camera and in the public’s face.

But this show really PIMP’S stars who are not being called by Hollywood today unless they to exploit life after Hollywood. Let us take a look at the lineup:

Danny Bonaduce

Best known for his role as Danny on The Partridge Family. He had been a guest star on such television series as Bewitched, The Ghost and Mrs. Muir, The Accidental Family for PF executive producer, Bob Claver, Mayberry RFD, My World And Welcome To It, The Andy Griffith Show, and countless commercials. After the series was cancelled, Danny made guest appearances in various series and movies, then turned his talents towards radio. But his career was overrun by the headlines of drug abuse. In 1991, he started turning his life around when he appeared as the opening act on tour with David Cassidy. His current gig will find him in radio. He is married to his wife Gretchen and has two kids, Countess Isabella Michaela and Count Dante Jean-Michel Valentino.

Butterbean

Known as the “King of 4 rounders”, Butterbean developed a cult following after he burst onto the Toughman Contest scene in the United States before entering the world of professional boxing in 1994. He was a five time World Toughman Heavyweight Champion with a record of 56-5 with 36 knockouts (not counted towards pro career). He is the former IBA World Super-Heavyweight Champion and also held the WAA World Heavyweight title.His round body, bald head and vicious scowl make him a menacing (yet highly entertaining) fight figure. His combined professional fight record currently stands at 90 wins with 63 knockouts, 17 losses and 5 draws. Butterbean currently resides in Jasper, Alabama where he owns a restaurant, Mr Bean BBQ.

Erin Murphy

Erin Murphy began her career in a commercial for Folgers Coffee as an infant. Right before her second birthday, she was cast as little witch, Tabitha Stephens, on the classic TV sitcom Bewitched. The show ran for eight seasons and received 23 Emmy nominations. It was also recently named one of the 100 greatest TV shows of all time by Entertainment Weekly. Following her success on Bewitched, Murphy worked as a casting director, makeup artist, motivational speaker and stunt double. She is also a popular celebrity guest host and has appeared on programs such as NBC’s Today Show, Oprah, ABC’s Good Morning America and Access Hollywood. Today, Murphy is the mother of six boys and has served as president of the Junior Women’s Club and is a member of her City Council Leadership Program.

Frank Stallone

Frank Stallone is best known for his work on the hit film Staying Alive, for which he received a Grammy nomination for best soundtrack and a Golden Globe nomination for best original song for his single, “Far From Over.” He made his on-screen singing debut performing the self-penned song “Take You Back” in the opening scene of the film Rocky. Since then, Stallone has written and published more than 200 songs. He has also recorded compositions for seven films, including Rocky I, Rocky II, Rocky III, Rambo II, Paradise Alley and Over the Top. Additionally, Stallone has recorded albums of his own music, such as Frank Stallone, Full Circle and Songs From the Saddle. Stallone has also appeared in more than 50 movies, such as the critically-acclaimed hit Barfly.

Tiffany

Pop music icon Tiffany became a hit sensation with her single, “I Think We’re Alone Now.” The singer’s self-titled debut album was released in 1987 and eventually went quadruple platinum. The innovative Mall tour that followed proved to be the signature for Tiffany’s early career and was very effective in targeting her core audience of young teens. Tiffany produced three Top 10 hits including “Could’ve Been” and “I Think We’re Alone Now.” Her follow-up album, Hold an Old Friend’s Hand, went double platinum and featured the Top 10 hit, “All This Time.” During the 1990s, she released two more albums, New Inside and Dreams Never Die (released exclusively in Asia). In 2000, she introduced what became known as her comeback album, The Color of Silence. In addition to a successful music career, Tiffany has pursued a movie career, serving as the voice of Judy Jetson in the feature version of the popular cartoon series, The Jetsons. She has also made several television appearances including a cameo appearance on the CBS show How I Met Your Mother and participating in VH1’s reality series, Celebrity Fit Club. Tiffany’s newest CD, Just Me, delivers a blend of pop and rock with a little country thrown in the mix. She has also started recording a full length dance album and just finished a four month summer tour.

Check out episode 1….more to come