Real World stars share 'real' experiences
Adam Roberts
Issue date: 10/26/05 Section: News
Former Real World San Diego cast members Randy and Cameran discussed issues and stories about their experiences in the spotlight last Thursday.
While using video clips from past Real Worlds seasons, they talked about serious issues such as race, conflict resolution, and eating disorders.
They also laughed and joked with audience members about their favorite memories.
Randy's favorite memory from the show was Halloween.
Cameran's favorite memory was when housemate, Brad, was arrested for public intoxication and called from jail.
Randy, who spoke at college campuses in Spain and Germany, made a comparison between the Real World and being a freshman at college.
Real World cast members are put in a house with people with different ethnic groups, sexual orientations, and moral values.
This Randy stated "is much like living in a dorm for the first time."
Randy also pointed out that 'Real Worlders' are suddenly given access to a large amount of alcohol.
The Real World houses are designed with no television, radio, or even a dishwasher.
The only entertainment the cast members had was what they provided themselves.
With nothing to do, fights are sometimes inevitable.
Cameran commented on how strange it was too see how she acted on nights she can barely remember.
In one clip from their season Cameran cried to her roommate Jacquese after he was called a racial slur at a bar.
"We are all people," said Cameran.
The issue of race and discrimination is common on the Real World.
Cameran was especially shocked by the culture change in the house.
She shared with the audience that being from a small town, she had to deal with stereotypes that she had heard all her life, but being on the show allowed her to hear people's stories and connect with them.
Besides listening to the cast members the audience was able to ask questions.
One audience member even tried to get a date with Cameran while others tried to get the speakers to hang out with them.
At the end of the program Cameran and Randy posed for pictures and signed autographs.
The Real World's popularity shows no signs of losing steam with a season from Key West, Florida slated to air soon.
Randy and Cameran fan's need not fret, the two will be on next month's Inferno II on MTV.
The Inferno II will be a rookie versus veteran challenge. Randy and Cameran are on the rookie team, but Cameran hinted that her stint on the show isn't a very long one.
Randy and Cameran both praised the experience, both for what they learned and the friendships they made.
Without hesitation, both of the former cast members said they would do it all over again.
They also recommended that the people in the audience attend LHU's casting call.
While using video clips from past Real Worlds seasons, they talked about serious issues such as race, conflict resolution, and eating disorders.
They also laughed and joked with audience members about their favorite memories.
Randy's favorite memory from the show was Halloween.
Cameran's favorite memory was when housemate, Brad, was arrested for public intoxication and called from jail.
Randy, who spoke at college campuses in Spain and Germany, made a comparison between the Real World and being a freshman at college.
Real World cast members are put in a house with people with different ethnic groups, sexual orientations, and moral values.
This Randy stated "is much like living in a dorm for the first time."
Randy also pointed out that 'Real Worlders' are suddenly given access to a large amount of alcohol.
The Real World houses are designed with no television, radio, or even a dishwasher.
The only entertainment the cast members had was what they provided themselves.
With nothing to do, fights are sometimes inevitable.
Cameran commented on how strange it was too see how she acted on nights she can barely remember.
In one clip from their season Cameran cried to her roommate Jacquese after he was called a racial slur at a bar.
"We are all people," said Cameran.
The issue of race and discrimination is common on the Real World.
Cameran was especially shocked by the culture change in the house.
She shared with the audience that being from a small town, she had to deal with stereotypes that she had heard all her life, but being on the show allowed her to hear people's stories and connect with them.
Besides listening to the cast members the audience was able to ask questions.
One audience member even tried to get a date with Cameran while others tried to get the speakers to hang out with them.
At the end of the program Cameran and Randy posed for pictures and signed autographs.
The Real World's popularity shows no signs of losing steam with a season from Key West, Florida slated to air soon.
Randy and Cameran fan's need not fret, the two will be on next month's Inferno II on MTV.
The Inferno II will be a rookie versus veteran challenge. Randy and Cameran are on the rookie team, but Cameran hinted that her stint on the show isn't a very long one.
Randy and Cameran both praised the experience, both for what they learned and the friendships they made.
Without hesitation, both of the former cast members said they would do it all over again.
They also recommended that the people in the audience attend LHU's casting call.
