Ep 1. The Real World Seattle Casting Special
- June 10, 1998
The Real World Seattle Casting Special is the first episode of season 7 of the popular reality show, The Real World. The episode focuses on the casting process of the seven strangers who will be living together in the Seattle house.
The episode begins with a behind-the-scenes look at the casting process. The producers explain that they are looking for people who are different from one another and will create both conflict and entertainment for viewers. They also explain that they look for people who are open-minded and willing to share their personal stories and experiences.
The first candidate we meet is Nathan. He is a 20-year-old college student who is from a small town in Montana. Nathan admits that he is a virgin and hopes that by joining The Real World, he will gain more experience and confidence. Next, we meet Janet, a 22-year-old African American woman who is a performer in a rap group. She hopes that by joining The Real World, she will gain more exposure for her music career.
The next candidate is Stephen, a 22-year-old DJ from Los Angeles. He wants to be on The Real World to show people that being gay doesn't define him as a person. Irene is a 24-year-old photographer from New York City. She wants to be on the show to inspire other women to pursue their dreams. Lindsey is a 20-year-old college student from Indiana who is studying to be a lawyer. She admits that she is a Christian and hopes that by joining The Real World, she will learn to be more open-minded.
Finally, we meet David, a 22-year-old man from Wisconsin who works in a factory. David is in a wheelchair and was born with spina bifida. He wants to be on The Real World to show people that people with disabilities can have a normal life.
After meeting all of the candidates, the producers discuss each person and their potential for drama with the casting director. They decide to fly all seven candidates to Seattle for the final casting process.
Once in Seattle, the candidates are introduced to each other and begin to get to know one another. They are also given a tour of the house they will be living in. It is a large, waterfront mansion with stunning views of the city.
The candidates are then taken to a bar and given the opportunity to get drunk and let loose. It doesn't take long for the drama to start. Nathan, who has never been drunk before, starts to act inappropriately towards Lindsey. Stephen becomes upset with Janet after she questions his sexuality. David is nervous about being in a bar in his wheelchair and feels uncomfortable.
After the night out, the candidates are brought back to the house to discuss their experiences. They open up to each other and share personal stories. Nathan admits that he was sexually abused as a child. Lindsey talks about her struggles with her faith and her desire to be more open-minded.
The episode ends with the cast members going to bed, excited for what the next few months in the house will bring. Viewers are left wondering what kind of drama and conflict will arise between the seven strangers in the coming episodes.
Overall, The Real World Seattle Casting Special sets the stage for an exciting and dramatic season. The casting process is fascinating to watch and introduces viewers to each of the candidates and their unique personalities and stories. The introduction of the Seattle mansion is impressive and serves as the perfect backdrop for the drama to come.
