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Nick Lachey Opens Up on 'Newlyweds' Role in Shaping His Persona

In a conversation with 'Richer Lives' he credits the MTV series with transforming him from boy-band frontman into an authentic TV personality.

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Overview

  • Lachey agreed to a six-episode 'Newlyweds' run in 2003 primarily to promote his and Jessica Simpson’s album releases.
  • He says the series unexpectedly evolved into a major reality hit that broke new ground after 'The Osbournes'.
  • On-set relationships with the camera crew grew into close bonds that he still recalls as family.
  • He credits the show with allowing him to introduce himself beyond his 98 Degrees image and become comfortable in his own skin.
  • Since marrying Vanessa Lachey in 2011 he has co-hosted Netflix’s Love Is Blind and The Ultimatum alongside her.