Reality TV

Reality TV, or reality television, is a genre of television programming that documents supposedly unscripted real-life situations and features ordinary people rather than professional actors. These shows often focus on personal stories, competition, or lifestyle challenges and can include a variety of formats, such as game shows, talk shows, docuseries, and social experiments. Reality TV aims to entertain viewers through the depiction of real-life scenarios, often emphasizing drama, conflict, and emotion. The genre gained popularity in the late 1990s and early 2000s with shows like “Survivor” and “Big Brother,” leading to a boom in various reality formats. Reality TV often blurs the lines between reality and scripted content, as producers may manipulate situations or encourage specific behaviors to enhance entertainment value.