So then...
I'm sorry I didn't write yesterday but I have been doing serious battle with the producers and lawyers on E4 about my contract for this new reality show I am going to be in. I CANNOT believe that people actually sign these things I really can't. Basically I was going to sign to say that I was happy for them to dig around in my past and the past of everyone who knew me and that they were allowed to make stuff up about me and broadcast it!! Erm hello?? So they could say ANYTHING about me and there would be nothing I could do...
They have now removed this clause after hours of tense negotiation. At one point I didn't think I'd be able to go! God, people must want fame to sign that!
The thing that amused me most though about the contract is that they have the rights to any merchandise that comes out - imagine that! Little Daisy-dolls for sale for £3.99 in London... Hmmm I think I'm getting a bit ahead of myself perhaps...
My father is very unhappy that I am doing this - he thinks I am bringing 'shame on the family'... he keeps asking me why I feel the need to be filmed 24 hours a day and have a pin microphone wherever I go. I can't explain it and I don't really know - as I pointed out they persued me to be on the programme not the other way round... it just seemed funny really.
Also I have this need to prove that I am here and to leave something tangible and concrete for people to know that I was alive. I want to make a small splash before I go. Reality TV and a blog may not quite be on Marilyn Monroe or Truman Capotes level, but at least this way I know that I am not one of those grey people I see in the tube that could disapear without a ripple.
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(13.9.03 11:42) Hiya Daisy! I am glad that you got your contract sorted out... it's really good that you have wrangled this at the start... it shows them they cant mess you around :-) I wouldnt worry to much about your family... If I had a pound for every time I had brought 'shame on the family' I would be really, rather rich! Anyway, It sounds like good fun, and you get a holiday out of it :-)... you never know, maybe you'll make a huge splash! :-) 'Daisy Monroe' your name in lights.... -Pete |
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(13.9.03 12:18) well done Daisy on a VERY smart piece of negociation. and well done for actually reading the thing. (how could anyone sign a contract with that in?! it is basically a license to lie. scary shit) now you've taken that out, what's the worst that can happen? tell your Dad that 1) he doesn't have to watch and 2) most of his friends probably won't even have E4. you go, avoid all seahorses and find yourself a starfish. starfishes are permanently open and they have lots of arms for hugging. that's what you need my girl! enjoy and store lots of info to spill upon your return b x |
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(14.9.03 12:58) Well you know I was sceptical about this, only because of my concern for you, but I have to say I'm quite fascinated as to how it all pans out. I really hope that it's enjoyable for you, and it's good that you're aware from the start of what they're capable of. Look forward to hearing more. x |
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(14.9.03 17:46) Good luck with it! I have to say I am worried for you: I'm not the biggest fan of reality TV. The contestants are too much at the mercy of the producers and their tendency to change the rules of the game to chase the ratings. I hope your experience of it is a good one. They'll probably try to stop you blogging about your inside knowledge of the show afterwards - don't let 'em! |
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(15.9.03 11:36) Do you know the title of the show, and more importantly, can you tell us yet? Echo everyone else's sentiments on the Smart Negotiations - can't believe that they'd put that they can lie about you! But, don't worry, once we know who you are, someone on here will collect a 'Daisy' scrap-book. Keith (Any further thoughts on what you are going to say to let us know it's you?) |