reality TV

British

noun

television programmes focusing on members of the public living in conditions created especially by the programme makers

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The exploits of the bizarre animated characters, including "Strawberina" and a buff open-shirt "Bananito", parody reality TV tropes, from love triangles to emotional re-couplings.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

The premiere episode features entrepreneur and reality TV star Kylie Jenner, who rarely does podcasts or sit-down interviews.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

Having already experienced how reality TV and social media can lead to global success, Cameron noted that Serhant’s masterful use of both mediums was another huge draw to his company.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026

He's certainly a well-known and mainstream figure, whose media career spans everything from reality TV to podcasting.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

She's still holding the remote in her hand, even though she's muted whatever reality TV show she was watching.

From "Starfish" by Akemi Dawn Bowman

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