TV & Showbiz

Equal Embarrassment

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Last Updated on February 5, 2022

For years, gays and lesbians have been fighting for their right to marry the loves of their lives.

That time has not come, yet, but tonight, for the first time, a gay couple did have an opportunity previously restricted only to heterosexual couples: the chance to appear — and embarrass themselves — on The Newlywed Game.

Yes, that show is still on the air.

Its current incarnation began its second season on GSN Monday night, and on tonight’s broadcast, Star Trek’s George Takei and his husband, Brad Altman, appeared on the program.

This current version has singer Carnie Wilson taking over Bob Eubanks’ hosting duties.

I’d tell you how they did, but since my cable company decided to move GSN to a higher digital tier, expecting me to shell out more money to have it, I’ve done without.

If you have GSN, and if you enjoy The Newlywed Game, check your listings. I’m sure you’ll find it.

In the meantime, I’m left to wonder if the chance to appear on that famous tacky Chuck Barris creation might be enough to make gay and lesbian couples pause — even if only for a moment — to rethink their desire for total equality.

Just saying’.

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