MEGAN WANTS A MURDERER?

Great Blog by Michelle Says So...have to agree with her 100%....

I'm about to make an embarrassing confession. I watched the VH1 reality show, "Megan Wants a Millionaire". My sister and I would sit in front of the tube for an hour giggling and laughing at these side-show idiots.

One of the millionaires was a creep with a "capital C". The moment I saw his slimy ass I knew something didn't sit right. He looked smarmy and turned me off with his "Don Juan" pompous, narcissistic persona.

Three shows later, I still disliked "Ryan". Couldn't put my finger on it. It's that woman's intuition, I suppose. I don't think that Megan girl had any.

Next thing I know, I see everywhere on the news and internet: "Millionaire Reality Star Ryan Jenkins WANTED for MURDER" of his playboy model wife by allegedly strangling her, removing her teeth and cutting off her fingers to evade identification, stuffing her into a suitcase and throwing it into the dumpster outside her apartment building. She was identified by the serial number in her breast implants.

Days after the murder, Ryan was seen partying in public and writing messages on his Facebook page.

Once he realized he was wanted, he took his BMW toward the Canadian border with a boat in tow, and allegedly sailed into the distance in order to enter Canada to escape from border patrol.

It is now rumored that his very wealthy parents have lied to the police and FBI, and possibly have helped their son escape and hide.

What I don't understand is the lack of simple background checks on these reality "stars"!? I assumed that would be "a given"? That's just pure stupidity. These people are NOT actors. They are not members of the actors guild. It is a known fact that many reality stars in the years since it's inception are rapists, batterers, drug users and thieves.

Should VH1 be held MORALLY liable? VH1 can't be held legally liable since Ryan Jenkins did not commit a crime during his "tenure" at Megan's mansion.

(Note: VH1 has now pulled the complete "Megan Wants a Millionaire" season.)

Should the television stations that produce reality shows that have publicly ruined people's lives (i.e. Jon & Kate Plus 8) be morally liable ? What should be their punishment?

Hit 'em where it hurts. Their pocketbook.

We, as consumers and responsible citizens bear a part of the blame and responsibility for "buying into" and watching these shows, present company included. I don't think I will partake in this money-making madness anymore.

Should we boycott them all to make a point?

Haven't you had enough already?

Comments

[Kimberly Cheryl]

BREAKING NEWS:
Aug 24, 2009 02:07 PM
Steve Mertl
THE CANADIAN PRESS

VANCOUVER – Two grieving mothers have very different opinions at the end of a North American-wide manhunt for the reality show actor accused of killing a former swimsuit model then hanging himself in a seedy B.C. motel. http://www.thestar.com/news/canada/article/685585

[Kimberly Cheryl]

Monica:
I agree - you really would think they'd do better on the background checking for everyone's safety. Unfortunately, the breaking news is it seems they found this man dead in a hotel room - suicide. All better off I'm sure but a very sad story for all involved. Amazing what money does...(FYI - it's nice to have but doesn't make us happier as these stories continue to tell)

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Honestly.. I can't stand reality shows... I think they've run their course and I'm really tired of seeing them (all of them) on the TV. I know they're big money makers, but it's just gotten to a point where they do dumb things and yes, people are getting hurt...
Liability? Well, He didn't hurt Megan... he killed his ex-wife. I'm sure if he would've done something to hurt Megan, or anyone involved in the show, then they could be held liable... but at this point, I'm not exactly sure what they're liable for...
If they are continuing these sorts of shows, I would hope they do some sort of background checking... for the safety of the rest of the cast/crew/etc...