Shabooty Interview Series: Trishelle Cannatella of The Real World (MTV)

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Shabooty: What made you apply for your initial stint on the Real World?

Trishelle Cannatella: I was actually at a club and some MTV people were doing some open casting calls. I didnt know it at the time, but a really hot guy who I had been talking to that night at the club actually worked for MTV and he was the one that brought auditioning to my attention. It was my friends though that actually convinced me to go for it.

What was on your audition tape?

Lol Me…actually I just talked about myself and showed some things I did on a typical weekend

If I was the show’s producer, what one characteristic do you think would help me easily pick you to be on the show (aside from being easy on the eyes)?

My dorkiness….yes definitely my dorkiness. People always think Im really laid back, cool, and a crazy partier (not that I’m denying it) but they dont really know what a HUGE dork I am. Its always surprising to people.

This might be an asshole question but –how many Real Worlders have you jumped in the sack with?

EVERY LAST ONE OF THEM!!!!. No actually ummm….its not as many as people like to think. Honestly theres been Stephen (of course) and 2 others.

Are you into chicks?

HAHA I cant believe i still get asked this question. No I’m not into chicks…sorry

What projects are upcoming – I know you’re in Ninja Cheerleaders?

I have a new bar in Santa Monica, Im working on my real estate license, I am about to do a photoshoot for an upcoming magazine, I am starting promos for the new season of VIP Passport, and of course Ninja Cheerleaders is coming out this summer.

What are your thoughts on Paris Hilton and this whole jail debacle?

I think its hilarious. I was so amused to hear that SHE of all people couldn’t get out of jail time. But nothing made me laugh more than finding out that she’s spending her time in jail “soul searching” and reading the bible.

Have you ever been arrested?

never

What celebs have you met or worked with that left you star-struck?

hmmm wow theres been a few but the biggest has to be meeting George Clooney

Is it weird when you’re on a reality show and they cut you off to the outside world (I.e. no media /news) etc…

lol…its really weird because what they dont show is how much down time we have and how bored we get sometimes. Thats how all the drama gets started in the house.

Have you dated any actors/celebs and if so has it been a different experience?

I have dated some actors and a few B-C list celebs, but no one big enough to mention. Its definitley a different experience in good ways and bad.

Has Pauly Shore hit on you yet?

Oh GOD No.

Did you expect to go on Real World and use it as a springboard into your career today?

Well I never expected to even make it, but after the show finished and I did a couple [Real World/Road Rules] challenges, I quickly learned that was not what I wanted to be doing with my life. I realized that I kind of needed to use the show as a jumpstart for bigger things.

Are you still a party girl today -or have you slowed down?

I have definitely slowed down but I do live in LA and its almost impossible to not party here, so yeah I party but just not the same way I use to.

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PART TWO:
You grew up in Louisiana, I understand -how did Katrina effect you & your hometown?
Wow…Well Katrina definitely hit hard not only for my family, but for all the families caught in the destruction. It was so hard for me to go back afterwards and see the destruction and the people I love. Luckily, my family wasn’t effected nearly as bad as others, but I still pray for those who lost everything.You co-star with George Takai (Sulu) in your new movie, Ninja Cheerleaders. Can you turn George Takai straight?
Lol…I tried but it didn’t work. He’s a great guy though, but he’s completely gay.

Did u meet Brad, George Takai’s life-mate?
I didn’t get to meet him actually. It just never worked out.

I’ve met a different Brad, Brad of real world fame once at a music festival –he was being driven around on a golf cart, yadda yadda yadda basically acting real “Hollywood” –
basically my comment then question is that I kind of get put off when a reality tv star is acting like they’re tom cruise/ their nose is stuck high up in the air – what’s your take/reaction?
(p.s. Brad wasn’t a total tool -he was more so an ass by proxy cause his friend he was with was the true douche (radio station guy).
Well I don’t really think being on a TV reality show makes anyone a “big star” That’s why i got into acting. Yeah reality TV helps, but you’re never taken seriously, so i don’t like anyone from that field who thinks or likes to act “Hollywood.”

How was that lingerie bowl?
Probably the most fun Ive ever had…well almost. The Lingerie bowl was great though. I loved every minute of it.

Would you say you’re in the top 3, most recognizable, famous and successful cast members of the real world?
Most successful?….No, that one might have to go to Mike (The MIZ). I think Im recognized but definitely not “famous.”

One of my homies, claims -er I shouldn’t say he’s just claimed -he literally almost knocked down my door, with video-camera in tow, to show off his apparently sex tape with Jenn from Real World (Colorado)…
I didn’t see that season so I dunno if that’s like Jenn… I saw it though, she was hot enough to be on real world, but I could never really be sure -two part question would you be shocked if it was really her? and do you ever record your escapades in -well I doubt you’re boring enough for a bedroom…?
Well I don’t know Jenn at all really so I cant say if I’d be shocked or not and I have never recorded my escapades in the bedroom. I know, I’m quite boring!Will you ever do the Howard Stern Show? -we know your buddy George is the show announcer…
lol….I don’t really know about that one. It depends on the reason.

I always ask this question and people are like, wtf! you mean iPod –but what cd is in your “Cd Deck” lately?
Coldplay and Fall Out Boy

F-MARRY-KILL —
F-ONE, MARRY ONE-, KILL ONE-
Steve-O, Brad from Real world, Danny Bonaduce
hmmmm…. F-Steve-O, Marry-Brad, Kill-Danny

If you were on a reality tv show with New York from Flava of Love fame, do you think you could deal with her? -I.e. handle such a strong personality?
I love that show actually and I love New York. I don’t like confrontations and drama so I know I probably couldn’t deal with her for too long.

I have to say you look fuckin’ good in that gold bikini. I think I need a matching speedo.
Thanks….I think

Who are the other actresses in Ninja Cheerleaders?
Ginnie, and Maitlin….great girls (see the movie)

How many MTV shows/seasons have you been on total?
Including this one…..5

Which was the best experience?
probably The gauntlet because I had Katie there with me.

No offense but w/ the 50 million reunion shows and spin-off shows, is MTV not just trying to milk what they had with just the original Real World?
Probably. They are already going into the 20th season of casting for the real world so they are trying to keep interest in the show, and theres no better way to do it then what they’re doing I guess.

You love Johnny Depp -please tell me you have seen Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas.
I actually haven’t…I’m sorry.

Okay, I have Irish radar since that’s my type (though sometimes I mix it up w/ German)… okay, so since I have radar -what % are you? :)
25%

What’s your favorite physical feature?
Probably my legs

Ninja, please! So can you actually do ninja moves now?
I sure can….I had to do sooooo much training for that film. I can actually kick someones ass now, lol.

When are you next coming to either D.C.,Baltimore, NYC? (My stomping grounds).
I will be in NYC very soon (not exactly sure when though).

You do college tours, right? Are you coming to my alma mater, University of Maryland-College Park -anytime soon?
Don’t know, yet but as soon as I find out you will be the first to know

You didn’t fuck Pauly Shore right?
Oh GOD no!

One last F-MARRY-KILL for the road (f one, marry one, kill one):
Pauly Shore, Howard Stern, George Takai.
hahaha F-George Takai, Kill-Pauly Shore, Marry- Stern

Thanks so much. Make sure you catch an episode MTV Wed. 10pm

Trishelle Cannatella

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