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'The Apprentice' Contestants Underwent Painful STD Tests, New Book Reveals

Mark Burnett mandated testing to avoid legal liabilities, according to Ramin Setoodeh's 'Apprentice in Wonderland'.

Overview

  • Contestants on Donald Trump's 'The Apprentice' were required to undergo STD tests, per a new book.
  • Mark Burnett, the show's executive producer, insisted on the testing to prevent legal issues.
  • Former contestant Bowie Hogg described the testing process as extremely painful.
  • The book 'Apprentice in Wonderland' explores behind-the-scenes details of the reality show.
  • STD testing is not uncommon in reality TV, though typically associated with dating shows.