What American television network has hired Tony Robbins to host a reality series?
NBC is teaming up with self-help guru Tony Robbins and “Biggest Loser” producer Reveille for a reality show that aims to radically transform the lives of participants—in most cases without surgery, million-dollar prizes or drill sergeant-like personal trainers. The network has greenlit eight episodes of the as-yet untitled series, which has been in the works since last year. After seeing a pilot presentation and meeting personally with Mr. Robbins, Paul Telegdy—NBC’s recently hired reality chief—decided to move forward with the project. While details of the final format are still being finalized, the heart of the show involves Mr. Robbins working with distressed individuals to give them the tools they need to change their lives. The show will stay with participants over the course of several months in order to document how their lives change. The series is also designed to give viewers a chance to learn how to improve their own lives, Mr. Telegdy said. “The mood of the country right no
