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Episode 3 Recap
For those of you who haven't noticed yet, new episodes of Scott Baio Is 45... and Single air at 12:30PM/ET on Sundays. That's why this post is here sooner than usual. Well, that's part of the reason. The other reason is I’m heading to the Jersey shore in a few minutes and I wanted to make sure we covered the latest chapter in Scott's love life before I hit the beach. So, if you haven't seen this episode yet, stop reading now! For those of you who have, let's discuss....
It was good to see Nicole Eggert in this episode. Not only did she seem really grounded, but she also seemed to be able to give Scott some really useful advice, most notably, that being with someone too perfect could be boring. Since Scott always seems to be looking for the next best thing, I think that was something he really needed to hear.
As for this week's assignment from Doc Ali, well, I was a little surprised that she suggested he try a matchmaking service. Though it did make for an interesting segment and I thought it was funny how Scott compared the idea to "taking a kid to a candy store and then leaving them locked in the car." Yep, this episode definitely put Scott to the test with some very tempting moments.
We also learned firsthand from Scott who his ideal woman would be: "Blonde," "good body," "sense of humor" and "nice rack," were just a few of the items on his list. As Scott ran down a few of his other "requirements," I couldn't help but think Renee already seems to be all of those things! So, why does Scott still seem to be searching for something, or someone, else?
Before Scott had the chance to meet his "perfect match," he spent some time playing poker with his buddies. Of course, Johnny was there, and anywhere Johnny goes, trouble seems to follow, and sure enough, it did that night. Almost too predictably, a gorgeous blonde woman appeared at Scott's house to deliver pizza and a show. When the strip-tease act began, I started to wonder just how far Scott was going to let the act go, when he grabbed her by the hand and led her into another room. As he shut the door behind them, I really began to think maybe Scott had finally buckled! But in a valiant move, Scott opted to give the woman $200 in cash to leave quietly. He even told the "delivery woman" that she was a nice girl, but he just couldn't let the act go on. Scott then showed her to the door and Johnny was quick to follow her out. Now I can't help but wonder what happened between the two of them once that door closed. Hmmm...
Despite Johnny's attempt to sabotage Scott's celibacy, he somehow managed to accompany Scott on his blind date the next day. Though he didn't stick around, I was still surprised that Scott would even want to bring him along. At any rate, the woman that Scott was set up with, Julie, seemed pretty flawless to me, but Scott still managed to find something wrong with her. Somehow, Scott felt that her teeth were a little too perfect and that she had hands like an ape. Poor Julie. I can only imagine what she was thinking as she watched that episode.
Ultimately, Scott managed to keep his celibacy and his faithfulness in check this week. He even came to the conclusion that some of the things he liked best about Renee were her imperfections.
Next week Scott meet's Renee's daughter, and judging from the previews, she's bringing the firing squad with her!
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Jul 29, 2007 2:01 PM
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I stumbled across "Scott Baio is 45" today and had to check to see if anyone was blogging about this show, much to my surprise yes. Based on watching this one episode Scott Baio is a pig and deserves to be alone for the rest of his life. Are we supposed to watch this guy "grow" as a human being? At the end of this run will he be all thoughtful and deep? Kind and considerate? Better yet, monogamous? I doubt it - after 45 years of despicable behavior he will never change. His requirements in a woman had nothing to do with her intelligence or sense of humor, it was all physical. Poor Julie, a very stunning, smart lady - he just picked her apart - what the ****? He's not good enough to shine her shoes! Renee run while you still have the chance! Attention all single women: BEWARE - Scott Baio is 45, single and a complete A**!
Johnny - nuff said.
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Jul 29, 2007 5:29 PM
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I just have to wonder how long before Scott finally kicks Johnny to the curb. When your supposed best friend makes it obvious that he would sabotage your future happiness just for money...I think that the friendship is just about played out.
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Jul 30, 2007 7:45 AM
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Only 2 comments for this show? Isn't anyone watching? It's actually quite entertaining. When I first heard the premise for this show I thought OMG another dating show, so I was glad to discover it's not quite that. On the other hand, if there is a Scott Baio...Single Season 2, not sure if I'll be on board with that. Hope he gets it right at the end of this 8 weeks!
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Aug 2, 2007 7:45 AM
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I like Scott and I always have. I think he has the same issues many men have and his situation is quite unique because he is adorable. I thought it was a dating show and was pissed that I had missed the casting call and a chance to get at his lusciousness.
I hope he marries Renee as he alluded to when he was on Regis and Kelly.
I don't like that dang ole friend or his poisioning every move but I love the interaction between them all. Scott seems so real to me and I see the loosely scripted thing but I see a lot of how he has to be in real life.
I am glad I got to see this show 5 million times better than the Coreys which made me mad that I used my TIVO for it.
Karma
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Aug 2, 2007 7:28 PM
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I watched the first three episodes back to back yesterday. I was so saddened to see what Scott is like in real life.
I grew up in an abusive home and watching him on H Days and C in charge were moments of happiness and took me away from my crummy life.
The bottom line is that Scott is a very selfish person. All he cares about is himself. This is why he hates his fans, can't stay committed to one person, etc.
It really broke my heart to see the "real" him. I would love to see him spend some time on a “mission trip” to a third world country, away from fans, people he knows, camera’s and focus on serving others and see if that doesn’t help him change his self-centered perspective.
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Aug 3, 2007 11:33 AM
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