UPDATE: BIGGEST LOSER SEASON 9 CASTING NOW OPEN.
AUDITIONS FOR BIGGEST LOSER 8 HAVE CLOSED.
Have you dreamed of being the one to sweat, puke, cry and faint in America’s most famous gym? Think you have what it takes to train alongside Bob Harper and Jillian Michaels? Then your chance has arrived. Biggest Loser has released its live casting call schedule for 2009’s season eight. They are looking for individual and coupled contestants, as well as new trainers. NBC says they are “keeping creative options open” for the next season, which will debut in the Fall 2009 season.
An NBC statement explains who they are looking for. “Outgoing and charismatic individuals or teams of two are encouraged to apply, especially those who have the personality, desire and competitive edge to vie for this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to lose weight, change their lives forever and compete for a grand prize of $250,000.”
Here is more information on contestant casting and trainer casting.
The live casting call schedule is as follows.
Looks like the contestants won’t be the only new faces at the Biggest Loser ranch in season eight. NBC has announced it is looking for certified personal trainers who “are ready to change someone’s life forever.” No word yet on whether Bob and/or Jillian are being replaced, or if they will stay on to welcome the new trainer(s). Our NBC contact said “we’re just keeping creative options open for next season.”
To apply, you should meet these requirements:
- Must be certified
- Must provide references
- Nutritional credentials a plus
- Experience with overweight clients
- Strong personality
- At least 18-years-old
- Legal U.S. Resident
Live casting calls for the trainer auditions and Season 8 contestants are taking place in the following cities and dates:
- February 21: NYC, OKC, Louisville, Chicago
- Febuary 28: Dallas, Detroit, Nashville, Charlotte
- March 7: Houston, Miami, Columbus, Phoenix
- March 14: LA, San Diego
You’ll find further details and an application at NBC.
UPDATE: BIGGEST LOSER SEASON 9 CASTING NOW OPEN.
Casting for Season 8 is now closed.
Think you’ve got what it takes to be the next Michelle or Ali? Then don’t waste any time applying for Biggest Loser season 8.
These are the things you need to be eligible and apply:
- At least 18 years old
- Singles or Couples (format is to be determined)
- Legal U.S. resident
- Create a 10 minute video
- Complete the application at NBC
- Take a photo of each applicant
- Mail entire packet
If you have not yet joined the Oklahoma City Mayor’s weight loss challenge- then you and your family by be eligible for a new Food Network show. The casting call is tomorrow!
Casting Call for Documentary Series on the Food Network
In search of new members for Mayor’s Challenge
Al Roker Entertainment, Inc. is coming to Oklahoma City in search of overweight individuals and families who are ready to join Mayor Cornett’s Weight Loss Challenge. If you know of someone who has not yet joined, please pass on the following information.
When: Saturday, May 31st
Where: Civic Center Music Hall
201 North Walker Avenue
CitySpace Theatre
Time: Noon to 5 pm
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