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Jeff Dodge-Reality News Lead Editor

Jeff Dodge

Reality News Lead Editor

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Author Details

Jeff Dodge (he/him), a graduate of Western Washington University, has been a TV news editor for many years and has had the chance to interview multiple reality show stars, including Randy Jackson, Nick Cannon, Heidi Klum, Mel B and John Cena. Fun Fact: he’s been to every single Idol Live! Tour.

Industry Focus

Jeff started out with Screen Rant as an editor (and eventually a hiring associate) before becoming the Reality News Lead Editor in 2023. He's edited articles on a wide range of shows, including 90 Day Fiancé and Real Housewives, and has written news articles about competition shows like American Idol, The Masked Singer, The Voice and America's Got Talent.

Favorite Media

Jeff's love of reality competition shows began when Survivor and American Idol debuted in the early 2000s. One of his favorite singers of all time is the Idol Queen herself, Kelly Clarkson. Jeff went to see Razzie winner From Justin To Kelly on opening weekend; he’s still waiting for the sequel that no one’s asking for: From Clay To Ruben.

Latest Articles

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Nicole Franzel Reveals If She'll Ever Return To Big Brother After Reindeer Games

Nicole Franzel has competed on reality shows multiple times. After winning Reindeer Games, she declares what the future holds for her on Big Brother.

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Taylor Hale Claims Big Brother Reindeer Games Misled Viewers During Final Competition

Big Brother Reindeer Games just wrapped up a hugely successful inaugural season, but Taylor Hale is calling out the show for its editing choices.

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Nicole Franzel's Dad Breaks Down Crying After She Wins Big Brother Reindeer Games

Nicole Franzel won the inaugural edition of Big Brother Reindeer Games, and her family is very shocked over the outcome because she lied to them.

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The Masked Singer Cancels John Schneider's Post-Finale Interviews After Threat Against Biden

The Masked Singer's John Schneider is overshadowing winner Ne-Yo after posting a controversial message that is currently under investigation.

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The Traitors Fans Can Now Compete Against Each Other In Brand-New Immersive Experience

The Traitors season 2 premieres soon, but fans can now take part in their own version of the game via a new immersive experience in Los Angeles.

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The Traitors Season 2 Premiere Date Announced As Reality TV Icons Prepare To Betray Each Other

The Traitors season 2 is less than a month away, as Peacock reveals the highly-anticipated premiere date along with a dramatic trailer.

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Taylor Hale's Cryptic Message Proves Why Big Brother Reindeer Games Needs Live Feeds

Taylor Hale has returned to the world of Big Brother via the Reindeer Games spin-off, but she has a bone to pick with a particular formatting change.

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Tumi Wants Captain Sandy To Fire This Below Deck Mediterranean Season 8 Star (SPOILERS)

Tumi Mhlongo is putting out fires left and right on Below Deck Med, and now she's got even more stress thanks for Captain Sandy's latest decision.

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Love Is Blind Season 6 Premiere Date Announced As Brand-New Contestants Get Ready To Enter The Pods

Love Is Blind season 6, set in North Carolina, will begin streaming in early 2024, with the premiere being released on a very special day.

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Squid Game: The Challenge Season 1 Finale Games Were Anticlimactic, According To Fans (SPOILERS)

After an exciting inaugural season of Squid Game: The Challenge full of twists and turns, there is one aspect of the finale that's disappointing.

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Squid Game: The Challenge Season 2 Renewed By Netflix

The Squid Game spin-off has been a hit for Netflix, and now the streaming service is ready to start casting for Squid Game: The Challenge season 2.

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Squid Game: The Challenge Producers Expose Major Behind-The-Scenes Secret About Glass Bridge (SPOILERS)

Squid Game: The Challenge has been accused of being fake. Now the producers are coming forward to reveal explosive secrets about one of the games.

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Below Deck Med Mid-Season Trailer Reveals Dramatic Return Of This Controversial Cast Member

The Below Deck Med season 8 crew has been dealing with a lot of drama, which is expected to roll back in when someone from their recent past shows up.

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Mark Cuban Makes Bombshell Announcement About His Future On Shark Tank

Mark Cuban has been a fan-favorite shark for many years, but he's made a shocking statement about his future as a cast member on Shark Tank.

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This Below Deck Med Star Deserves More Credit For How They Handle Toxic Cast Members

Below Deck Med season 8 has been full of drama. But there's one particular cast member who's being praised for how they're handling the situation.

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Below Deck Alum Captain Lee's Revealing Summer House Interview Gets "Pulled" For Mysterious Reasons

Captain Lee Rosbach isn't on Below Deck anymore, but he's been pulled into new controversy after his interview with a Summer House star is canceled.

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Big Brother Reindeer Games Season 1 Schedule Unveiled

The upcoming winter-themed Big Brother spin-off, Big Brother Reindeer Games, will only air six episodes, much shorter than fans are used to.

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Below Deck's Captain Lee Slams This Controversial Reality Star For Taking Selfie On BravoCon Zoom Call

Below Deck's Captain Lee Rosbach shares a story about being on a Zoom call where he witnessed a reality TV villain being very self-centered.

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Squid Game: The Challenge Trailer Teases "Savage Game" As Contestants Battle Against Each Other

When Squid Game: The Challenge premieres, viewers can expect to see contestants compete against each other in the exact same games seen on Squid Game.

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1000-Lb Sisters Star Tammy Slaton Arrested For Alleged Drug Possession

1000-Lb Sisters' Tammy Slaton is in legal trouble after allegedly possessing drugs and drug paraphernalia. The reality star cryptically responds.

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