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Frank the Entertainer...in a Basement Affair was a reality television show that aired on VH1 in 2010. The show followed Frank "The Entertainer" Maresca, a former contestant on the dating show I Love New York, as he searched for love in his parents' basement. The premise of the show was simple: Frank lived in his parents' basement and was looking for a girlfriend to share his life with. Over the course of the series, a group of women moved into the basement to compete for his affection. The women were given various challenges to complete, and those who failed were eliminated from the competition. As the show progressed, Frank went on dates with the remaining women, and the tension between the women grew.
The women vying for Frank's attention ranged in age from their late twenties to early thirties. Some were looking for love, while others were simply looking for fame. They included a nurse, a former stripper, a bartender, and a self-described "nerd."
Throughout the show, viewers got to know each of the contestants, learning about their backgrounds and personalities. Frank, who was often shirtless and sporting a thick head of hair, acted as the mediator between the contestants, doling out advice and trying to keep the peace.
As the episodes progressed, tensions grew between the contestants. Some of the women became jealous of each other, while others accused their rivals of cheating. There were moments of humor, as when one contestant stole Frank's wig as a prank, and moments of drama, as when one woman got into a physical altercation with another.
Despite the conflicts between the contestants, Frank seemed to genuinely care about finding love. He was each woman's confidant, and they often turned to him for advice. As the season finale loomed closer, tensions came to a head, and Frank had to make the difficult decision of who to choose.
Overall, Frank the Entertainer...in a Basement Affair was a unique take on the dating show trope. Instead of fancy meals and rose ceremonies, viewers got to see a group of women living and competing in a dingy basement. The show was equal parts humorous and dramatic, and kept viewers entertained over the course of its run.
Frank the Entertainer...in a Basement Affair is a series that ran for 1 seasons (11 episodes) between January 3, 2010 and on VH1