Reality TV Updates: May 11, 2008

American Idol I had mentioned before that 17-year-old David Archuleta’s dad is reportedly a true stage parent and the rumors are still swirling. An unnamed source has told Associated Press that now that David has made the final three, his dad is officially banned from the rehearsals. Word is that Jeff Archuleta was told by “American Idol” producers that he could no longer join David as he prepares for the show. What cause the producers to finally snap and ban Jeff? According to the AP article, Jeff insisted on a lyric change in the song “Stand by Me,” which David … Continue reading

Karina Hooking Up with Another Mario and When Idol Parents Attack

Michele blogged earlier about Karina, Mario, and Mario, but is Karina trying to take one Mario out of the equation? It must be all the sexy dancing or something because romance rumors seem to swirl around the “Dancing with the Stars” set and this week is no exception. There are rumors now that Karina Smirnoff might be trading in Mario Lopez for her current partner, R&B singer Mario. Karina and Mario Lopez have been a couple every since Mario finished in second place on Season 3. But the New York Post is reporting that in February, Karina and singer Mario … Continue reading