Ep 9. The Cult of Celebrity
- TVMA
- August 1, 1999
As a sports agent, Arli$$ Michaels navigates the cutthroat world of professional athletes and their lucrative contracts. In the ninth episode of the fourth season, "The Cult of Celebrity," Arli$$ finds himself navigating the murky waters of celebrity status.
When his client, a young and promising athlete, becomes involved with a cult-like organization led by a charismatic and questionable leader, Arli$$ must decide whether to intervene or let his client make his own decisions. As the athlete becomes more entrenched in the group, his career begins to suffer, and Arli$$ finds himself caught between his duty to his client and his own moral compass.
Meanwhile, Arli$$'s colleague, Rita Wu, explores the world of celebrity charity events and finds herself unexpectedly attracted to Hollywood starlet Lisa Santich, who may or may not have ulterior motives for her charitable endeavors.
As Arli$$ and Rita navigate the world of celebrity and the tricky intersection between fame and morality, they must make tough decisions and rely on their instincts to protect their clients and themselves. With guest appearances by real-life athletes and celebrities, "The Cult of Celebrity" is an entertaining and thought-provoking exploration of the darker side of fame.