HOLLYWOOD, Calif. — Tired of being broke and looking for someone to fork over some cash? A few celebrities just might help you out.
A new reality series from E! will offer everyday people the chance to hit up the rich and famous for some dough. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Bank of Hollywood will feature proposals ranging from a do-gooder raising money for charity to a grad student who can’t afford an engagement ring to propose with.
“The idea’s simple,” explained Ryan Seacrest, whose production house is behind the series. “We are giving away tons of money to everyday people to alleviate the stress of today’s climate and have fun.”
Among the celebrities prepared to open their wallets are Pussycat Dolls singer Melody Thornton, Wilhelmina Models president Sean Patterson and showbiz mom Candy Spelling.
“This series is centered on the concept of innovative philanthropy,” said Lisa Berger, executive vp programming at E! “We’re giving real people the opportunity to garner life-changing sums of money and, at the same time, fulfilling our judges’ desire to make a difference in the lives of others — one person at a time.
“The panelists’ big personalities and strong opinions, on top of requests that run the gamut from heartwarming to downright peculiar, are sure to keep things heated and always unpredictable.”
The eight-episode series will debut on Dec. 14.
