I Wanna Be a Soap Star

I Wanna Be a Soap Star (2004-2007)

EndedReality show

Twelve contestants compete in various acting challenges for the prize of a role on a soap. The performances, which involve learning how to cry on camera, filming love scenes and fight scenes, among other soap staples, are then judged by three judges.

Network
Scheduleevery Tuesday at 20:00 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S04E09Today Is the DayOkt. 16, 2007
S04E08The Last DanceOkt. 9, 2007
S04E07Bye Bye BabyOkt. 2, 2007
S04E06Drunk as a SkunkSept. 25, 2007
S04E05Another Dying DaySept. 18, 2007
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did the TV show 'I Wanna Be a Soap Star' premiere?

'I Wanna Be a Soap Star' premiered on June 16, 2004.

Who was the host of 'I Wanna Be a Soap Star'?

Cameron Mathison was the host of 'I Wanna Be a Soap Star.'

What was the format of the TV show 'I Wanna Be a Soap Star'?

'I Wanna Be a Soap Star' was a reality show where contestants competed to win a role on a soap opera.

Who were the judges on 'I Wanna Be a Soap Star'?

Michael Bruno, Debbi Morgan, and John Ridley were the judges on 'I Wanna Be a Soap Star.'

How many contestants appeared on the first season of 'I Wanna Be a Soap Star'?

Twelve contestants appeared on the first season of 'I Wanna Be a Soap Star.'

Who were the final two contestants on the first season of 'I Wanna Be a Soap Star'?

Season one's final two contestants were Mykel Shannon Jenkins and Chrystee Pharris.

Who was the winner of the first season of 'I Wanna Be a Soap Star'?

Mykel Shannon Jenkins was the winner of the first season of 'I Wanna Be a Soap Star.'

What was the prize for the winner of 'I Wanna Be a Soap Star'?

The winner of 'I Wanna Be a Soap Star' won a thirteen-week contract role on ABC's 'One Life to Live' and a guest spot on 'All My Children.'

Who was the guest judge in the first season's finale of 'I Wanna Be a Soap Star'?

Susan Lucci was the guest judge in the first season's finale of 'I Wanna Be a Soap Star.'

In which city was the first season of 'I Wanna Be a Soap Star' filmed?

The first season of 'I Wanna Be a Soap Star' was filmed in New York City.

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