Ep 5. Lorraine Bracco vs Ralph Macchio and Rosie O'Donnell vs Paige Davis
- TV14
- June 30, 2021
- 43 min
Lorraine Bracco, the star of "The Sopranos," and "Karate Kid" actor Ralph Macchio face off in the fifth episode of the fifth season of "The $100,000 Pyramid." In the first round, the celebrity contestants must guess words based on clues given by their civilian partners, with each correct answer worth ten points. In the second round, the roles are reversed, with the celebrities giving the clues and the civilians guessing. Each correct answer in this round is worth 20 points.
In the Winner's Circle, the contestant who earns the most points goes on to play for $100,000. In this final round, the celebrity must give clues to a series of six categories, with the contestant guessing the answers. There is a time limit of 60 seconds, with each correct answer increasing the amount of money the contestant can win. If the contestant manages to guess all six categories before time runs out, they win $100,000.
In the second half of the episode, comedian Rosie O'Donnell competes against actress and television host Paige Davis. The two face off in the first and second rounds, with the same format as in the first half of the episode. The winner advances to the Winner's Circle for a chance to win $100,000.
Throughout the episode, host Michael Strahan keeps the energy high and encourages the contestants to give their best performances. Viewers can expect to see plenty of fast-paced wordplay, high-stakes competition, and celebrity guests putting their skills to the test. The $100,000 Pyramid has been a beloved game show for over four decades, and this episode is sure to provide plenty of entertainment for viewers of all ages.