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First look at 'Real World' in Austin
Updated: 5/12/2005 10:19 AM
By: James Keith

A look inside the 'Real World' house.  
The story of seven young strangers living together in one house has come to an end.

Filming for Austin’s contribution to the MTV’s Real World series ended. Austin's Convention and Visitor's bureau expects to see more than $20 million worth of media exposure once the show airs. The show debuts on MTV on June 21.

"I definitely enjoyed it. I learned a lot, and I would do it again. It was a lot of fun. I think we had a lot of fun,” cast member Rachel said.

"I had a blast, everything involved, the house, my roomates, the city of Austin by itself was really cool,” cast member Danny said.

Since January, more than 40 cameras in an old warehouse at Third and San Jacinto streets captured their every move.

But staying there wasn't too hard.

"It's like a dream house. Anybody that gets the opportunity to live in a house like this is definitely blessed,” Rachel said.

"You wake up in the morning, jump in the pool in the living room and you go play pool, shoot basketball and you jump in the Jacuzzi when that gets too tiring. It's definitely a dream come true,” Danny said.

Hitting the streets with cameras attracted lots of attention, good and bad.

"There were a lot of people who were just shallow and just wanted to get on camera and they didn't want to do it by coming up and introducing themselves, they wanted to do it basically by being mean,” cast member Wes said.

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"There was a lot of people who came up and welcomed us to Austin, and say we're happy you guys are here. Of course the mean people were louder,” cast member Johanna said.

The cast members come form a diverse background. Rachel is an Iraqi War veteran and Wes is a college junior who likes to party.

The mix will make great television, MTV hopes.

"I would say 95 percent, every single person in the house was best friends with each other, but 5 percent of the time with this environment and the amount of alcohol that was consumed, there was a lot of arguing and trash talking behind people's back,” Wes said.

The crew says there were plenty of ups and downs. You could say it's a true reflection of the real Austin.

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Danny, 21
Hometown: Billerica, Mass.
Role: The Sensitive Jock
Producers described him as: Humble, sensitive, good-looking
Motivation: “I was looking for any way to get out of my hometown. I hadn't seen anything or done anything yet. I was doing construction and going to school my whole life.''
Most annoying roomie: Rachel. “She has her way to eat at you. Everybody else came off in a nice fashion, but Rachel was already hitting on me when I came in the door.'' Potential hookup: Melinda, Johanna
Revealed in the first two hours: A soft heart. He told his roomies that girls usually “screw me over.''
Famous first words: “I love Boston.''

Wes, 20
Hometown: Kansas City
Role: The Insensitive Jock
Producers described him as: Obnoxious, super-competitive, entrepreneurial
Motivation: “I signed up for `The Real World' because I was trying to hook up with a girl. She was going to an open casting call and I wanted to work my magic in line. Next thing I know, the girl was being sent home and I was still there.''
Most annoying roomie: Everyone. “I grew to love everyone about 95 percent of the time, but there's that five percent you're probably going to see that looks like I'm not in love with them.''
Potential hookup: Johanna
Revealed in the first two hours: A penchant for booze. After realizing their bar wasn't stocked, Wes flashed a flask of vodka.
Famous first words: “I don't do anything but party.''

Melinda, 21
Hometown: Germantown, Wis.
Role: The Nymphomaniac
Producers described her as: Sexy, creative, quick-witted
Motivation: “I really haven't ventured too far out of the Midwest so I thought this would be a great opportunity.''
Most annoying roomie: Rachel. “The only reason I say that is because she's totally Valley girl all the way.''
Potential hookups: Danny, Rachel, Wes
Revealed in the first two hours: A budding romance. She immediately bonded with Danny.
Famous first words: “I'm glad you're here,'' she told Danny.

Johanna, 21
Hometown: Riverside, Calif.
Role: The Drama Queen
Producers described her as: Fiery, opinionated, argumentative
Motivation: “I was graduating early. I was either going to go to grad school or `The Real World.' I decided to apply for both and see where my luck took me.''
Most annoying roomie: Nobody.
Potential hook ups: Danny, Wes, Nehemiah
Revealed in the first two hours: A potentially hot temperament. She quickly told her new roommates she despises people who sleep with a fan turned on.
Famous first words: “Remember they only show less than 1 percent,'' she warned the rest of the cast.

Nehemiah, 19
Hometown: Mesa, Ariz.
Producers described him as: Bright, charismatic
Motivation: “I started watching Philly, and honestly, I didn't think it was that interesting. I knew that if I tried out, I would have a chance at making it.''
Most annoying roomie: Rachel. “She likes to talk and her voice is screechy. It's very piercing.''
Potential hook ups: Johanna
Revealed in the first two hours: A wild side. The craziest place he's ever had sex was inside a church.
Famous first words: “Is that a fountain or a pool?''

Rachel, 21
Hometown: Philadelphia
Role: The Loudmouth
Producers described her as: Tough, confident, outspoken
Motivation: “I did it because I had just gotten out of the army. I just wanted a vacation and a break to try something different.''
Most annoying: Nehemiah. “I think he would say one thing and mean another. One week he's a peaceful person and the next he wants to fight.''
Revealed in the first two hours: A wilder side. The craziest place she ever had sex was in a helicopter in Iraq.
Famous first words: “How come they put everything in this house except liquor and coffee?''

Lacey, 23
Hometown: Tallahassee, Fla.
Role: The Virgin
Producers described her as: Unique, sheltered
Motivation: “I wanted to do it to try something different. I was working a full-time job and kinda looking for a fun change of pace and saw the commercial and had a hunch so I did it.''
Most annoying: Rachel. “She's a very bubbly person. Not to say I walk around brooding, but I like things more low key.''
Revealed in the first two hours: A strong mind. She was accepted into Princeton but couldn't attend because of the cost.
Famous first words: She didn't really say much.



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