Soulmates? This should be good.
February 13, 2008
Can you say “convoluted”? Wow, I guess all of the creativity stifled during the writers strike was channeled to the Big Brother writers. This season is going to rock! I look forward to seeing what happens with Jen and Ryan with them being paired with other “mates”. And of course the gay guys will keep us on our toes - eeeyouu! “Not that there’s anything wrong with that”.
So does anyone care to make any predictions on how these “soulmate” pairings will turn out? Please feel free to chime in with comments.
SOULMATES REVEALED - Major Spoilers!
February 13, 2008
It’s finally here! The wait is over! We now know the couplings of all of the houseguests.
If you are itching to know who each of the soulmates are, and who is coupled with whom, then this is the place to find out. Hot off the presses, here are the couplings from Episode 1, after the break:
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Chelsia, Spreken Zie Deutsch?
February 13, 2008
Chelsia, our German speaker, loves motorcycles and is a party girl. She says she’s been around the block a few times and has a huge attitude. That will be fun to watch!
She says she likes older men…but how much older? She might be out of luck on Big Brother 9. Perhaps she’ll adjust her requirements to accommodate the not-so-older cast members. Wonder if she’ll find what she’s looking for?
We’re excited to see who Chelsia gravitates towards this season.
Julie Chen in the news
February 13, 2008
Julie Chen talks about the premiere of Big Brother 9, dubbed “Till Death Do You Part”
Julie talks about how this season, the houseguests will be paired up as couples. They will be assigned their “soulmate” based on eHarmony - like criteria. They will win Head of Household as couples and will be nomiated and voted off as couples.
Julie also does a funny bit at the beginning of the interview to the music of the Kill Bill Soundtrack. Pretty funny stuff. Enjoy.
Sheila Kennedy
February 13, 2008
Biography
Sheila Kennedy, 45
Single Mom
Former Model
Reseda, CA via Memphis, TN
Sheila is a former model who is now a stay-at-home mom to a 16-year-old boy, Mikhail. She studied acting for 15 years both in New York and Los Angeles.
Sheila lived the high life with Bob Guccione in his 35-million-dollar mansion for 10 years. In 1984, she was Penthouse Pet of the Year. She is now writing a book about her life.
Sheila claims that she has a temper and yells and cries when she’s angry, then just wants to be left alone. She stands up to those who try to intimidate her and stands her ground even if she’s scared on the inside. She recently broke up with her boyfriend.
She describes herself as vibrant, sexy and fun. Becoming a mom is the accomplishment that she is most proud of. Her married sister is her true hero. She’s a great mother to her five kids and last year donated a kidney to one of them.
Her birth date is April 12, 1962.
Sharon
February 13, 2008
Biography
Sharon, 23
Realtor
Olathe, KS
Sharon is a military brat (her dad has served in the Marine Corps for 28 years) who easily adapts to any situation. She is spirited and lively, feisty and dramatic, but she also sees herself as being sweet.
Sharon has been in a 12-year on/off relationship with a guy who followed her home in the 8th grade. She describes herself as loud, dramatic and over the top. She is currently working as a realtor and restaurant hostess.
Sharon’s favorite television shows are “Friends” and BIG BROTHER and her favorite movie is “The Break-Up.” Magazines she reads include Vogue, InStyle and People. She has a belly button piercing and a tattoo of a design she made herself.
Her favorite activities include talking, tanning and drama. In addition, she is a Carolina Panthers fan.
Her birth date is June 24, 1984.
Ryan Quicksall
February 13, 2008
Biography
Ryan Quicksall, 27
College Student
Columbus, OH
Ryan currently lives in Columbus, Ohio. He’s a student at Ohio State University, majoring in economics and business.
He’s used to being the center of attention, the popular one in his group and loves it. He has a tendency to be loud, stubborn and opinionated and is sometimes a troublemaker. He admits that his behavior once got him suspended from a class in high school.
When it comes to relationships, Ryan describes his ideal romantic partner as pretty, intelligent, motivated and aware of what she’s doing in life. He sees himself as intelligent, easy-going and thinks he has a good sense of humor.
He played basketball in high school and really loves the sport. He is very competitive.
His birth date is September 16, 1980.
Parker Somerville
February 13, 2008
Biography
Parker Somerville, 26
Paparazzo
Northridge, CA
Parker graduated with a bachelor’s degree in radio/television from Southern Illinois University, Carbondale and currently works as a photographer for TMZ. He served in the Air Force from 1999-2002 and received a general discharge. He admits that he couldn’t conform to military standards.
Parker, who was raised by his single mom, wears his heart on his sleeve and will always say what he feels. He describes himself as inappropriate, unpredictable and authentic. He can be your best friend or worst enemy and claims to have the power of persuasion.
The accomplishment he is most proud of in his life is losing 45 pounds through will power, diet and exercise. His hobbies include socializing, playing his Wii, laughing at other people’s expense and doing anything besides working.
He has two pet lizards, Reggie and Simone, and three tattoos: a Zodiac Ram on his arm, a rooster above his ankle and a kanji tattoo he and some of his Air force buddies share that reads “Brothers, Together, Eternally.”
Parker’s favorite television shows include “Weeds” and “Desperate Housewives” and his favorite movie is “American Beauty.”
His birth date is April 6, 1981.
Neil Garcia
February 13, 2008
Biography
Neil Garcia, 29
Realtor
Los Angeles, CA
Neil is a gay man who resides in Los Angeles, California. He studied criminology, criminal justice, political science and business management in college but did not earn a degree. He is currently working as a real estate agent though acknowledges that it is a tough profession to be in right now.
He came to Los Angeles from Texas to pursue a modeling and acting career but gave it up when he encountered so many people there that he considers phony. He enjoys snow boarding, running, swimming, rollerblading, lifting weights, hiking and going to the beach.
Neil is currently single and describes himself as loyal, outgoing and energetic.
His birth date is September 16, 1978.
Natalie Cunial
February 13, 2008
Biography
Natalie Cunial, 28
Bikini Barista
Salem, OR
Natalie was a military kid who moved around a lot. Her high school years were spent in Alameda, California, Salem, Oregon and Mililani, Hawaii. She studied at the Chemeketa Community College in Salem as well as the Art Institute of Las Vegas in Nevada.
Natalie is religious and takes her Bible everywhere. She’s still very proud of her figure and loves to enter bikini contests. She previously won the title of Miss Hawaiian Tropic Oregon. She claims that she can make any coffee drink imaginable, and in a bikini at that. She is also a painter and dreams of opening a mermaid art store some day.
She describes her perfect romantic partner as someone who is smart, healthy with big strong muscles and he should love football. He should also be adventurous and honest and love God and Jesus.
Her birth date is November 7, 1979.
