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.

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Scheduleevery Tuesday at 20:00 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S04E09Today Is the DayOct 16, 2007
S04E08The Last DanceOct 9, 2007
S04E07Bye Bye BabyOct 2, 2007
S04E06Drunk as a SkunkSep 25, 2007
S04E05Another Dying DaySep 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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