What a perfect Valentine’s Day episode, eh, PopWatchers? Last night’s Celebrity Apprentice came complete with passion, fire and — most of all — warm fuzzies. Yes, for the first time in Apprentice history, The Donald opted to fire none of Empresario’s team members, if only because they were just so gosh darn nice. And could you really blame The Donald’s decision? Once Project Manager Trace told Trump that he wouldn’t resign because he was fighting for his charity, you knew there was no way the mogul could resist the country star’s puppy dog eyes and fire anyone.
Of course, those warm fuzzies only existed in the episode’s final moments. Because as much as we would like to think that this week’s show was focused on charity, love and friendship, it really was focused on the two figures who define spite and cruelty: Omarosa (pictured) and Piers. Though I admittedly have been impressed with Omarosa and her restraint over the course of the season, all respect I had for the celebutard went out the window after last night’s show. We’ll touch on that some more later, but let’s start at the beginning, shall we?
After Omarosa avoided elimination last week in lieu of Nely’s ouster, we got a glimpse at her horns once she claimed she liked Nely, but knew exactly what she had to do to stay alive in the boardroom (and based on that cleavage-amping blazer she wore, I’d say she knows exactly how to capture The Donald’s affections). The girls may have no longer appeared to be a threat to Hydra — what with their five losses in six weeks — but that certainly didn’t keep the men from unleashing their regular tirade against women. It’s bad enough that Lennox let a sexist remark slip last week, but now Tito joined in the ribbing by saying he felt bad that Stephen Baldwin — who I will refer to as Stevie B from here on out — had to answer to four women.
Luckily for Stevie B, however, Trump decided to mix up the teams in order to give the women a chance in hell of winning something.Empresario now consisted of Trace, Marilu, Tito and Stephen, whileHydra’s reformed team was made up of Lennox, Omarosa, Piers and Carol(poor, poor Carol). Trump claimed the two teams were evenly matched — andthey may have been in terms of star power — but it was fairly obviousthat there was very little chance that Hydra would gather round thecampfire to sing a rendition of “Kumbaya.” Nor would any of them bewilling to take a horse-and-carriage ride together, if this week’schallenge called for it (it did). Nope, it seems Cupid neglected toshoot any arrows at Hydra’s new team members last night, and thestrongest personalities of the bunch (Piers and Omarosa, of course)were at each other’s throats within minutes. The little angel onOmarosa’s shoulder may have told her to play nice during last week’sepisode, but this week, her personal demons certainly got the best ofher. In possibly the most despicable move in all Apprentice — or maybe even reality TV — history (not counting any material from The Bad Girls’ Club,of course), Omarosa decided to rile Piers up by reminding him of hisless-than-stable family life. I know that the reality TV “star” likesto stir the pot for the sake of good television, but there comes apoint when it’s just downright cruel. Very rarely do I feel for Celebrity Apprentice’s attention-seeking “celebrities” (let alone a tabloid king), but my sympathy did go out to Piers last night.
Alas, it’s Valentine’s Day, my friends, and I’m not really in themood to focus on the negative. Enough with the bad and ugly. Let’sfocus on the good. As vile as most of these celebrities are, gosh darnit, it is really hard to dislike good ol’ country boy Trace. Though heautomatically loses a few points in my book just by joining the cast ofCelebrity Apprentice, dude has proved that he is just adownright good guy and quite the talented marketer. And if hisperformance so far on the show wasn’t enough to prove his talent, I’mfairly certain he was plotting the lyrics to a new country song rightthen and there in Central Park. Come on, you know that “I’m Gonna Shovea Bottle Rocket Up My Horse’s Ass” is a country hit in the making.
Trace’s wit and “aw-shucks” attitude, however, was just onehighlight of last night’s episode. We knew that we would be seeing somereal celebrities during the course of the challenge, and Empresario didnot disappoint with their numerous cameos. For one, as with everycelebrity-centric challenge on Celebrity Apprentice, a Baldwinmade an appearance to help up the ante for Stevie B’s team. It’s a goodthing Stevie B has a bevy of siblings more famous than he is to helpthe sucker out. And Billy Baldwin — a.k.a. the brother not on CelebrityRehab — certainly lent a hand: he was even willing to take a carriageride with random people, because, let’s face it, he is a Baldwin and ifhis first name isn’t Alec, he’s pretty much desperate for affirmationfrom random people.
The comedy hit its climax as soon as Tito’s girlfriend Jenna Jamesonshowed up to take a carriage ride with her man and drop a one-liner ortwo (though John Rich did make his own attempt at humor: “Well, theydon’t call me John Rich for nothing.” Oy. Don’t quit your dayjob, friend). No, Jenna wasn’t eating a hot dog this time (sorry boys),but she donated $1,000 to Empresario, and asserted her affinity forwinning: “I like to dominate.” Not that it was easy to decipher thewords struggling to come out of those giant lips, but she did make afunny nonetheless.
Aside from all the humor and charm that Empresario brought to theirchallenge last night, the episode was ultimately unsatisfying, as bothof Celebrity Apprentice’s most reviled cast members were ableto dodge their respective bullets by somehow pulling off the win lastnight. I have to give props to Piers for calling out Omarosa in theboardroom, but I was quite disappointed that The Donald wouldn’t fireher then and there.
What did you think, PopWatchers? Were you disappointed that Omarosadidn’t get sent packing? Did any of you find it amusing that Trump hadto ask our celebrities if they knew what a horse-and-carriage ride was?And, finally, in the spirit of Valentine’s Day, which one of ourcelebrities would you most want to take a horse-and-carriage ride with?
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I never want to see OmorHOsa ever on TV again. When she is finally fired from this show, as God as my witness, I will never watch her again. If she pops up on anything I am watching I will immediately turn the channel. What a $kank. How bad are you when Lennox Lewis calls you “ghetto”?
Omarosa is Satan incarnate! Trump should’ve fired her skanky b u t t!
Oma-b**** just needs to go! Could not even enjoy last nights show because of her mouth. She should have been fired. I’d take a ride with Trace any day! And he can park his boots under my bed!
Why oh why is Omarosa even on TV? I stopped wtching this show after the first season, which featured this waste of oxygen called Omarosa. I will contine to not watch it forever and ever and ever and…….
Why is this woman back on TV?!?! She was on Piers about is family vaules and what about her’s? Did she not divorce her husband right after her first run on the Apprentise? For some reason she thought she was going to make it in television. Jumping from one reality show to another does not make her a star, it just shows how desparate she really is.
Attacking someone’s family is uncalled for and a cowardly act. Can her Donald!
I do disagree with Omarosa’s tactics, but Piers stooped just as low…….he called her lowlife trash to her every chance he got (even in the boardroom)…I was surprised Trump didn’t call him on it. Plus he’s made several racist remarks to her the past few weeks. Add that to the fact that he’s attacked Stephen Baldwin and Vincent Pastore and Piers is just too negative a person to be on a show, even low fare like The Celebrity Apprentice.
I do disagree with Omarosa’s tactics, but Piers stooped just as low…….he called her lowlife trash to her every chance he got (even in the boardroom)…I was surprised Trump didn’t call him on it. Plus he’s made several racist remarks to her the past few weeks. Add that to the fact that he’s attacked Stephen Baldwin and Vincent Pastore and Piers is just too negative a person to be on a show, even low fare like The Celebrity Apprentice.
If this is Celebrity Apprentice, why is Omarosa there? She’s not a celebrity, A, B, nor Z. She’s a delusional wannabe whose 15 minutes should’ve been over a long time ago. So why is Trump still keeping her there? Why, why, why? It really amazes when you have actual celebrities that would rather be invisible.; whereas you have wannabes like Paris, the Kardishans, and Omarosa to name a few who are so desperate for attention from anyone, anytime,anywhere. Please stop the “reality” madness!
I don’t know how Omarosa can be proud of her tactics. Clearly this is for the ratings and The Hair probably told her to create some conflict – she was so happy with the results but it was so uncomfortable to watch. As long as The Hair is behind this, she will continue to do it, and that’s all she cares for. Great career path, Omarosa.
It was completely inappropriate that Donald did not fire Omarosa RIGHT THERE in the boardroom with NO further explanation. She was completely out of line.
I’m waiting for Omarosa to get fired before I watch the show this season.
I was disapointed The Donald didn’t say zip about Omarosa’s below the belt tactics (at least the way it was edited). DT should have made an exeception and fired Oma. He should have said that he would not tolerate ANYBODY talking about someone family in that way, would never hire someone who would do that. Can’t stand Piers, but he didn’t deserve that.
I hate Omarosa and won’t tune in when she is on the show. I guess I’ll be missing this season!
FIRE HER NOW!
I thought last night’s show was actually sweet at the end, but Omarosa was painful to watch. I can’t believe how low she would go and how Trump let her get away with it. The almighty ratings rule, of course, but it was so very nasty to watch.
This is one of the best episode so far — fun to watch Piers tell off Omarosa. She is downright evil, isn’t she? I’m becoming a big fan of Piers. I’m so glad Trump didn’t fire anybody from Empresario. So impressed with Trace and his team. Carol and Lennox looked very uncomfortable.
I always knew there was a lot worse behavior Omarosa was capable of. Last night she showed that she is truly classless, and for some reason reveled in it. I used to dislike her, but now I am embarrassed for her too. Yet she was somehow proud of her self. Disgusting. She is holding on to her 15 minutes the only way she can.
Omarsa is worst that trailer trash,she has no acting abilty,no looks at all. I can not believe D T did not fire on the spot.. If she had said this to D T daughter he would have can here on the spot.. I am surspried no one has knock her block off….
“Though I admittedly have been impressed with Omarosa and her restraint over the course of the season, all respect I had for the celebutard…”
So, the she-beasts’ antics have been a “restrained” version of what she usually is? Are you kidding me? I’ve always found her to be a hateful, vile and desperate person completely devoid of charm. (Sure Piers, can stoop just as low, but he’s occasionally witty, and he’s actually backed up his boasts with victories).
I would’ve lost respect for Omarosa too…if i’d had any to begin with.
Did anyone not see the wardrobe malfunction of Omarosa? You could see her nipple in the edit where they are first in the conference room before cental park. I’m surprised no one said anything.
I really don’t think Omarosa’s presence entices viewers if anything it drives away viewers. Even just seeing a picture of her loser face makes my stomach churn. I don’t know that I can watch any more episodes until she is fired..
I’m a African-American professional woman and Omarosa just put us back 20 years. She was an embarassment to all of us. She is not playing the game, she is looking to hurt people. Donald was wrong not to call her on her comments and behavior. Omarosa went over the line of being a person of class… she is not and I just hope she gets what she deserves… nothing.
Omarosa needs to get over herself already. She is totally delusional if she thinks she is impressing anyone with her “charming” personality. She is a vile disgusting waste of DNA.
Trania – I think you give Omarosa too much credit. She did not set women, African-American or otherwise, back 20 years. Her behavior and outrageous comments will be seen for what they are…a pathetic attempt to cover up her lack of business acumen, lack celebrity status and inability to call on wealthy friends for help. I am shocked and appalled that she was not terminated immediately.
Unfortunately, I’m afraid we have all given Omarosa exactly what she wanted…to see her name in print. I hope and pray that this is the last reality show that she appears in.
As for the carriage ride, there is only one person I would want to go with…Trace!!
I for one am going to enjoy seeing Omarosa on Trace’s team. The contrast in personalities will be interesting, to say the least, and I would really, really love to see him put her solidly in her place in his understated, gentlemanly way. She could most certainly learn a thing or two from his management style.
I do agree with Josh. While Omarosa’s tactics were by no means commendable. Piers had it coming and instigated her until she met the breaking point. If you really notice she did not argue with Piers until he instigated a first comment to her.
all I have to say is: who will Piers allienate next? Yes, Omarosa is evil incarnate, but I can stomach/ignore a few family comments but not Piers poisonout vitriol.
all I have to say is: who will Piers allienate next? Yes, Omarosa is evil incarnate, but I can stomach/ignore a few family comments but not Piers poisonous vitriol. His constant yammering hurts my brain. Kick him off SOON!
It’s Tito all the way Baby!!!
KUDO’s to omarosa, not only is she hot and shows off her assets well, she showed gumption in taking on Piers and won. Poor ol Piers, I quit or fire me. The Donald should have taken his option or does his fund raising negate this rarionale?
First time I have watched this show in years. Felt icky after watching a “charity” show where Omarosa attacked children (Piers). It’s sad that NBC uses this nastiness disguised as charity for ratings.