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Saturday, July 31, 2005:  An Exclusive Interview with Marcellas Reynolds
Earlier this week Ranster got an exclusive interview with Marcellas Reynolds, former houseguest of Big Brother 3, and current host of House Calls. 

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Ask and ye shall receive ... when Marcellas joined Morty's, he certainly attracted a lot of attention from fans and detractors alike. Easily, Marcellas is one of the most accessible Reality TV Stars to his fans. We are grateful that he took the time to answer some questions for us, and as always, the answers have Marcellas' style and wit ... Enjoy, and thanks Marcellas!

The Interview:

Jason Guy
Lisa Donahue
Danielle Reyes

Question: It is likely the most asked question of you, BUT let's begin with, why did you not use the Veto to save yourself when you were on BB, and do you have any regrets?
Marcellas: I was going to use the veto. In fact I'd told the producers earlier that day I was going to use it. It was such an emotional day in the house. The FINAL FIVE, that core group, they were my closest friends in the game. Remember I was under the impression Danielle, Jason & I had an alliance & were going to final 3. I was a sponge! I felt every ones pain that day. Amy was crying. Danielle was very still. Jason's voice cracked every time he spoke. Lisa was shaking. I made an emotional decision to spare some of them pain that cost me the game. Do I regret it? No. That's who I am. If I were to pick one moment on the show that shows who I am, it's me not using the veto and my speech after.

Question: Do you interact with any of your previous house mates? Are any of them friends? What about Danielle? Amy?
Marcellas: Lisa has become my best friend. I see or talk to her everyday. Amy & I didn't make it. We are very different and some of the moments I'm least proud of during BB happened with her. Most of us have moved on. I was invited to Chiara's wedding but couldn't attend because I was shooting "How Do I Look?". I keep up with Jason, Kiki, Lisa and Lori.

Question: Who has been your favorite HG to interview on your show, House Calls, and why?
Marcellas: I loved Jase from season 5! He was a nut! So fun & so much energy!

Question: As House Calls can be called slightly irreverent, and very tongue-in-cheek, how do you deal with the inevitable naysayers and critics? Do you ever feel personally insulted, or is it just a part of the game?
Marcellas: I love the critics and naysayers! When I see negative stuff I know that we are doing our jobs! The worst thing that could happen is no one talks about "The H.C." or me! As long as people are talking about it we are doing something right! Yes, I feel insulted sometimes. Most of the negative criticism is often personal attacks upon me or my sexuality. But you know I have to remember that the haters aren't my friends or family. They don't know me.

Question: Why do you think there is so much passion from the fans of Big Brother?
Marcellas: I think it's because of the feeds. No other show gives you so much access. You really feel connected to the players. Like you know them. But remember, you don't. I may say "I hate so & so" but what I mean is I dislike the choices they are making. I can't hate someone I don't know who has never done anything to me personally. But I can rib 'em!

Question: Any predictions on who will ultimately win this year?
Marcellas: An under-the-wire person will win this year. Look for April, Beau or Sarah @ the end. I don't however think a team will make it.

Question: Are you happy? What do you do for fun?
Marcellas: I'm am so happy! My life is blissful! I'm so blessed. I had a rocky year after BB and some disappointments. But this moment, this time right now? Awesome. My career is flourishing. I get offers to do things all the time. If there is a new reality show out there, I got it and turned it down. I don't wanna do "Surreal Life" or some "Battle Of..." I wanna do things that challenge me creatively & inspire or help others. For fun I hang out a bit with friends. I was just with Lisa, winner of BB3, shopping today. I work out a lot now. Tennis lessons. Acting lessons (Meisner). I am finally learning to drive!

Question: If you could, what reality show would you like to appear on?
Marcellas: None. No more reality. I watch "America's Next Top Model"! J'adore Tyranosaurus Banks! I like "The Amazing Race". Lisa & I joke about doing it some season.

Question: Who are you a fan of? (not necessarily BB)
Marcellas: Oh my gosh I'm the hugest fan of Chris Meloni from Law & Order, Simon Rex from Scary Movie 3 & Dominic Monaghan of Lost! I love Cate Blanchett, Lindsay Lohan and Kate Hudson. I can't get enough of my iPod and my faves are Kelly Clarkson, 50 Cent and French pop. Fave designers? Donna Karan & J. Lindenberg. The cut of their trousers is like wow.

Question: Wanna spoil us with anything you might know is coming up this year on the show? Are we in for a major surprise?
Marcellas: We are in for a major twist with these evicted HG's. I don't know anything but being a fan of the show I FEEL LIKE SOMETHING IS UP! They don't tell Gretchen & I anything more, so we'll find out when you find out!

Question: In Forums, BB posters analyze every facet of a House guest's demeanor and past. Do they go too far? Is it your experience that people's personalities in the House are the same as outside, or are they exaggerated because of the intensity of the show?
Marcellas: I don't wanna know about Kiki's DUI or Janelle's shoplifting arrests. That's not my business. Everyone has something in their past they are not proud of. I'm only into what they are doing on the show. No, I don't think I know them because I have the feeds. They are under an intense, crazy pressure. Do I think 3 months is a measure of any ones life? Nope. My life, my journey is unending until I die. We should all be growing and changing. So I'll give the HG's the latitude to be human. To make mistakes. To grow. To be better.

Question: Which HG of all the past seasons got the raw deal? Who was least fairly portrayed from their "show" persona COMPARED to their real life person?
Marcellas: Chiara. Kiki from season 3. She is one of the most amazing women I ever met. She is strong, courageous, gregarious & loyal. She was there for me during a tough time & I will always love her for that.

Question: What do you feel was the "classic moment" of all BB's?
Marcellas: My live eviction. Period. No other moment can compare to that. It cemented the show. It changed the game. I also like Drew (season5) voting out Diane and Nicole (season 2) losing it during final 3 & apologizing to her husband.

Question: Is there a neat personal fact about yourself that nobody has managed to ask you about yet? What is it?
Marcellas: Oh no. I think everyone knows all there is about me. I'm pretty much an open book! I've told all!

Question: Do you have any "dirty little secrets" to share with us in this Summer of Secrets?
Marcellas: The only secret I have is I'm trying to get Lisa to have my child. I want a kid! I think I would be a good dad.

Question: Are you lucky in love?
Marcellas: No. That's yet another game I haven't mastered! I think I expect too much.

Question: Will House Calls ever be aired on the CBS Network? What is the future of the show?
Marcellas: They keep saying that there is a chance. We are open to figuring out a way to incorporate it into BB. Like late @ night. Boy do I hope so!

Question: Is there anything you want to say to your friends at Morty's, both posters and guests alike?
Marcellas: Thanks! For talking about me. Like me or not when you discuss me, it keeps my name out there! & you know what? Thanks for the support! When I see the posts where people say they love me it brings tears to my eyes.

Amy Crews, the funniest girl he ever met.

Question: Any other thoughts you would like to share?
Marcellas: Janelle or Kaysar are my faves to win BB6. Diane, Nicole & Amy are my fave HG's ever. Julie Chen is sooo nice in person, though she smacked me upside the head the first time we met. Arnold Shapiro is like every ones dad. He cares so much for all the HG's. My fave show is "The O.C." Gretchen is the second funniest girl I've ever met. Amy (season 3) is the 1st. I auditioned for & almost got "The Real World Miami". I guess that's it!

Thanks again Marcellas, remember to catch Marcellas on House Calls!

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Gretchen Massey and Marcellas Reynolds host HOUSE CALLS: THE BIG BROTHER TALK SHOW, webcast LIVE daily at 1PM ET/10AM PT, on CBS.com. During each episode, Gretchen and Marcellas will be taking your phone calls, commenting on the BB action and talking with in-studio guests.


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